GE GTUP240GM4WW Installation Instructions Manual page 6

Installation Instructions
[-4] LEAK TEST
I WARNING:
NEVER USE AN OPEN
FLAME TO TEST FOR GAS LEAKS.
OPEN
GAS VALVE.
Check oil connections for leaks with soapy solution or equivalent.
Apply soap solution. Bubbles indicate leaks. Leak test solution
must not contain ammonia which could cause damage to the
brass fittings, tf leak are found, close valve retighten thejaint and
repeat the soap test.
[_ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION
WARNING
- TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
AND PERSONAL INJURY:
. DO NOT USEAN EXTENSIONCORD OR AN ADAPTER
PLUGWITH THIS APPLIANCE.
Dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence
of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL C ODE,ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz, and
connected to u properly grounded brunch circuit,
protected by u 15- or 20- amp circuit breaker or time-
delay fuse. If electrical supply provided does not meet the
above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed
electrician install an approved outlet.
, WARNING
- THIS DRYER IS
EQUIPPED A THREE-PRONG (GROUNDING)
PLUG FOR 'fOUR PROTECTION AGAINST
SHOCK HAZARD AND SHOULD BE PLUGGED
DIRECTLY INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED
THREE-PRONG RECEPTACLE. DO NOT CUT
OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM
THIS PLUG.
ENSURE PROPER GROUND EXISTS BEFORE USE.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk
of electric shock by providing u path of least resistance
of electric current. This appliance is equipped with a
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and
a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARN IN G
- Improper
connection ofthe
equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician
or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it
will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
_-I EXHAUST INFORMATION
I WARNING
- IN CANADA AND IN THE
UNITED STATES, THE REQUIRED EXHAUST DUCT
DIAMETER IS 4 IN (102ram). DO NOT USE DUCT
LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST
LENGTH TABLE.
Using exhaust longer than specified length will:
• Increase the drying times and the energy cost.
Reduce the dryer life.
Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.
The correct exhaust installation is YOUR
RESPONSIBILITYo Problems due to incorrect installation
are not covered by the warranty.
Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil
transition duct and replace with ULlisted transition duct.
The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLEduct length and number of
bends of the exhaust system depends upon the type of
duct, number of turns, the type of exhaust hood (wall
cap), and all conditions noted below. The maximum duct
length for rigid metal duct is shown in the table below.
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