GE Spacemaker DSKS433 Installation Instructions page 3

EXHAUST INFORMATION
IN CANADA AND IN THE UNITED
WARNING
STATES, THE REQUIRED
EXHAUST DUCT DIAMETER IS 4" (102mm).
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.
BEFORE PERFORMING THIS
WARNING
EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE
SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY.
The correct exhaust installation is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. Problems
due to incorrect installation are not covered by the warranty.
Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition duct
and replace with UL-listed transition duct.
The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE duct 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 on the next page.
EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LIST
HOOD OR WALL CAP
• Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or entry of birds or
other wildlife.
• Termination should present minimal resistance to the exhaust air
flow and should require little or no maintenance to prevent clogging.
• Wall caps must be installed at least 12" above ground level or any
other obstruction with the opening pointed down.
SEPARATION OF TURNS
For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4 ft. of straight
duct, including distance between last turn and exhaust hood.
TURNS OTHER THAN 90º
• One turn of 45º or less may be ignored.
• Two 45º turns should be treated as one 90º turn.
• Each turn over 45º should be treated as one 90º turn.
SEALING OF JOINTS
• All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of each
IF YOUR DRYER COMES WITH REAR EXHAUST,
TO CHANGE TO SIDE OR BOTTOM EXHAUST:
• Remove access panel at back of dryer to gain access
to internal ducts.
• Disconnect duct exhaust from blower housing
(remove tape securing duct).
FOR SIDE EXHAUST:
• Remove desired knockout plate (either right or left side).
• Cut a 115 mm (4 ½") length of 100 mm (4") dia. rigid
duct as shown (remove burrs from cut edge).
• Attach this extension duct to blower housing duct.
• Attach a 90° elbow facing desired opening.
• Attach a section of 100 mm (4") dia. rigid duct to elbow
to protrude through side of cabinet.
• Seal all joints with UL listed aluminum foil tape.
• Reinstall rear access panel.
FOR BOTTOM EXHAUST:
• Remove cover plate at bottom of dryer.
• Install a 90° elbow.
• Seal all joints with UL listed aluminum foil
tape.
• Reinstall rear access panel.
• Place cover plate (removed from bottom
of dryer) over rear exhaust opening.
ALTERNATE EXHAUST INSTRUCTIONS
DRYER TOP VIEW
Left knockout
Blower
Right knockout
(11½")
295 mm
115 mm (4½")
Cut Here
EXTENSION DUCT
It is importat to replace the ground clip after
cutting the exhaust duct, (on rear exhaust model).
section of duct must point away from the dryer.
• The duct shall not be assembled with screws or other fastening
means that extend into the duct and catch lint.
• Duct joints can be made air and moisture-tight by wrapping the
overlapped joints with UL listed aluminum foil tape.
• Horizontal runs should slope down toward outdoors 1/4" per foot.
INSULATION
Ductwork that runs through an unheated area or is near air conditioning
should be insulated to reduce condensation and lint build-up.
EXHAUST CONNECTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
WARNING
OR PERSONAL INJURY:
• This clothes dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
• Use only 4" rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust duct.
• Use only 4" rigid metal or UL-listed flexible metal (semi-rigid or
foil-type) duct to connect the dryer to the home exhaust duct.
It must be installed in accordance with the instructions found in
"Connecting the Dryer to House Vent" on page 4 of this manual.
• Do not terminate exhaust in a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, gas
vent, crawl space, attic, under an enclosed floor, or in any
other concealed space of a building. The accumulated lint
could create a potential fire hazard.
• Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with a kitchen
exhaust system. A combination of grease and lint creates a
potential fire hazard.
• Do not use duct longer than specified in the exhaust length
table. Longer ducts can accumulate lint, creating a potential
fire hazard.
• Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This will
cause lint to accumulate, creating a potential fire hazard.
• Do not install a booster fan in the exhaust duct.
NOTE: The booster fan warning does not apply to clothes dryers
intended to be installed in a multiple clothes dryer system, with
an engineered exhaust duct system that is installed per the
clothes dryer manufacturer's guidelines.
• Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that extend
into the duct. These fasteners can accumulate lint, creating a
potential fire hazard.
• Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.
• Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the exhaust
system, especially at turns and joints. Exhaust system shall be
inspected and cleaned at least once a year.
IF YOUR DRYER COMES WITH TOP EXHAUST,
TO CHANGE TO SIDE OR REAR EXHAUST:
152 mm
• Remove rear access panel.
6"
• Disconnect retaining plate and 90° elbow by removing
203 mm
mounting screw from the chassis and remove tape
(8")
securing elbow to blower housing.
• Remove cover plate from rear access panel and place
over top exhaust opening.
Bottom
knockout
FOR SIDE EXHAUST:
• Remove desired knockout plate (either right or left side).
89 mm
• Take the duct previously removed and cut a 115 mm
(3½")
(4 ½") length of 100 mm (4") dia. rigid duct as shown
(remove burrs from cut edge).
• Attach this extension duct to blower housing duct.
• Attach the 90° elbow facing desired opening.
For Rear Exhaust
• Attach a section of 100 mm (4") dia. rigid duct to elbow
For Side Exhaust
to protrude through side of cabinet.
• Seal all joints with UL listed aluminum foil tape.
Rigid
Metallic
• Reinstall rear access panel.
Ducting
FOR REAR EXHAUST:
• Cut a 295 mm (11 ½") length of 100 mm (4") dia. rigid
duct as shown (remove burrs from cut edge).
• Attach this extension duct to blower housing.
• Seal all joints with UL listed aluminum foil tape.
• Reinstall rear access panel.