GE Spacemaker DSKS433 Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions ( USA only )
MODELS DSKS433 & DSKS333 MUST BE INSTALLED WITH CONTROL PANEL AT BOTTOM TO OPERATE ADEQUATELY.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT-
• Save these instructions for local
inspector's use.
IMPORTANT-
• Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these
instructions with the customer.
• Note to Customer - Keep these instructions with
your Owner's Manual for future reference.
• Before the old dryer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the dryer door.
• Service information and the wiring diagram are
located in the control console.
• Risk of suffocation and injury from entrapment: Do not allow
children on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children
is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
• Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F
for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
• Dryers installed in garages (if allowed by local codes)
must be elevated 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
■ ■ Pliers ■ ■
Slip Joint
DETERMINE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR DRYER MODEL
• This dryer must be connected to an individual branch circuit of proper voltage and frequency as specified on Rating Plate (located
inside dryer door) with no other appliances or fixtures attached.
• Branch circuit must be protected by the required time-delay fuses or circuit breakers 208V or 240V installation - 30 Amps 120V
installation 15 or 20 Amps.
• The electrical installation must conform to the national and local codes.
• A 120V dedicated receptacle is located on the back of the dryer and is available only for use with washers GFW148 & GNW128.
It may not be used for any other appliance or any conditions other than stated above (208V & 240V models only), receptacle circuit
is protected by a 15 Amp fuse located on a fuse holder inside the unit.
208V AND 240V MODELS ARE NOT APPROVED FOR 120V INSTALLATION.
STACKING KITS FOR DRYERS
(Comes with individual Installation Instructions)
Over washer
o
- Use Wall Mount Kit WMK-35 or
- Stack Rack DSDR24 or
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
■ ■
4" dia. metal duct (recommended)
■ ■
4" dia. flexible metal (semi-rigid)
UL-Listed transition duct (if needed) Kit
WX08X10077 (includes 2 elbows)
■ ■ 4" dia. flexible metal (foil type)
UL-Listed transition duct (if needed)
UNPACKING AND PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
o Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of new dryer.
o Check and ensure the existing external exhaust is clean and
meets attached installation specifications.
o Remove the literature and accessories bag from the
dryer drum. Place the literature in a convenient place.
o Using foam pads from dryer carton, turn dryer upside
down as shown.
Printed in Mexico
Flat Blade and Phillips Screwdrivers
- Stack Rack DSR-24 or
- Stack Bracket Kit GFA24MIDV
(Residential use only) or
- Stack and Feet Bracket Kit
GFARVKITV (Recreational Vehicle/
Mobile Home use only)
■ ■
4" Duct clamps
(2) or 4" spring
clamps (2)
■ ■ Exhaust hood
■ ■
4" dia. metal
elbow
WARNING
- Risk of Fire
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all
installation instructions.
• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified
installer.
• Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions
and in accordance with local codes. In the absence of
local codes, installation must comply with the NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
• Use only 4" rigid metal ducting for exhausting the clothes
dryer to the outdoors.
• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting
materials. If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is
installed, it must be UL listed and installed in accordance with
the instructions found in "Connecting The Dryer To House Vent"
on page 4 of this manual. Flexible venting materials are known
to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions
will obstruct dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
• Do not install or store this appliance in any location where
it could be exposed to water and or weather.
• Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave these
instructions with the customer).
o
Order on-line at GEApplianceparts.com
or by phone at 877.959.8688.
■ ■ ■ ■
UL listed aluminum
foil tape
■ ■
3/4" Strain relief
UL rated 120/240V, 30A with
(UL recognized)
3 or 4 prongs. Identify the
■ ■ Safety glasses
plug type as per the house
■ ■
Gloves
receptacle before purchasing line cord.
o Install knobs. For location, refer to the Owner's Manual.
o Dryer is now ready to be mounted above washer using
accessory kit.
o Remove the foam shipping pads from under dryer.
o Move the dryer to the desired location.
o Follow the steps in the following pages to connect the dryer to
the external exhaust and power supply.
For alcove and closet depth and
width requirements see specific kit
instructions
Appliance power cord kit (not provided
with appliance)
31-3000326
Rev 2
04-24