Exhausingthe Dryer - GE DBL333 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Exhausingthe dryer.
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ExhaustSystemRequirements
Useonly4" (10.2cm) diameter(minimum) r igidmetal A
ductfor bestperformance, o r flexiblemetalduct.Use
AHt
approved vent 11oo(!which has swing-out dampers
that open when the dryer is in operation. _qmn the
dryer stops, the dampers automatically close to
prevent drafLs and the entrance of insects and
rodents. To avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a A
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mininmm of 12" (. 0.a cm) clearance between the
vent hood and the ,ground or any other obsmmtion.
If all rigid metal duct cannot be used, then flexible
all-metal venting can be used, but it _411reduce the
maximum recommended duct length. See Additional
Installation Instructionsfollowing.
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WARNING: T hefollowing are specific requirements
for proper and safe operationof your dryer.Failure
to follow these instructionscan create excessive
dryingtimes and fire hazards.
DONOTuseplastic flexible duct to exhaust the
dryer. E xcessive lintcanbuildupinsideexhaust
system andcreatea fire hazardandrestrictair
flow.Restricted air flow will increasedryingtimes.
ff Fourpresent s ystem is madeup ofplasticductor
metalfoilduct,replaceit with rigidor flexible
metalduct.Ensure thepresentductisfree ofany
lintpriortoinstallingdryerduct.
Thedryerexhaust systemMUSTBEEXHAUSTED
TOTHEOUTSIDE ofthe dwelling.
DONOTallow combustible materials (for example:
clothing, draperies/curtains, paper) to come in
contact Mth exhaust system.
ThedryerMUSTNOTbeexhausted intoa gasvent,
chimney, a wall, a ceiling,a common ductwith a
kitchenexhaust or anyconcealed spaceofa
building whichcanaccumulate lint,resulting in
a firehazard.
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DONOTexceed die lengdl of duct pipe or
number of elbows allowed in the MaximumLength
charts. Lint can accumulate in the exhaust
system, plugging the system and creating a fire
hazard, as well as increasing &)4ng times.
DONOTscreen the exhaust ends of the vent
sysmm, nor use aW screws or rivets to assemble
the exhaust system. Lint can become caught in
the screen, on the screws or rivets, clogging the
duct work and creating a fire hazard as well as
increasing chTing tilnes. Use an approved vent
hood to terminate the duct outdoors, and seal
all joints with duct tape. All male duct pipe
fittings MUSTbe installed do_lsu'emn with
the flow of air.
EXPLOSION HAZARD. D o not install the dtTer
where gasoline or odmr flammables are kept
or stored. If the dryer is installed in a garage,
it must be a minimum of 18" (45.7 cm) above
the floor. Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, fire or bums.
_ rovide an access for inspection and cleaning of
the exhaust system, especially at turns. Inspect
and clean at least once per year.
Do not obsu'uct incoming or exhausted air.
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Additional Installation Instructions
If all rigid metal duct cannot be used, then flexible
all-metal venting can be used, but it will reduce the
m>Lximum recommended duct length. In special
installations when it is impossible to make a
connection with the above recommendations, then
UL-listedclothes dryer transition ductmay be used as
mmsition venting between the &yer and wall
connection only. The use of this ducting will affect
&Ting time.
If flexibletransition ductisnecessary, onlyUL-listed duct
identified forusewith clothesdryersis approved.
Thefollowing directionsmustbe followed.
• Use the shortest length possible.
• Su'etch the duct to its maximum length.
• Do not crash or collapse.
• Never use u'ansition duct inside the wall, flooring,
ceiling or inside the dryer.
• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
• Venting must conibmi to local building codes.