GE WSM2480 Installation Instructions Manual page 3

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Tools needed:.
8" or 10" adjustable • Knife
wrench (for gas
connections) • Vent clamps
Flat-blade screwdriver • Pipe-joint compound
resistant to LP gas
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or • Caulking gun and
9/16"(14 mm) open-end compound (for installing
wrench (for adjusting new exhaust vent)
dryer feet) • Pliers
Level • Ruler or measuring tape
1/4"nut driver or socket • Tin snips (new vent
wrench (recommended) installation)
Wood block (for leveling)
Parts supplied:
Remove parts package from the washer basket. Check that all
parts were included.
A. Water inlet hoses (2)
B. Inlet hose flat washers (4)
C. Rear leveling legs (2)
D. Front leveling legs (2)
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E. Plastic strap
F Drain hose
G. Yeflow, single wire hose clamp
H. Silver, double wire hose clamp
Parts needed:
Check local codes and with gas supplier, check existing gas
supply, electrical supply and venting, and read "Electrical
Requirements," "Gas Supply Requirements" and "Venting
Requirements" before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following)
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please reference the Use and
Care Guide.
• Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.
• Metal exhaust system hardware.
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Your installation may require additional parts. For ordering
information, please refer to the Use and Care Guide.
If You Have You Will Need to Buy
Laundry tub or Sump pump system (if not already
standpipe taller than available)
96" (2.4 m)
1" (2.5 cm) diameter 2" (5 cm) diameter to 1" (2.5 cm)
standpipe diameter standpipe adapter, Part
Number 3363920
Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 34" (86.4 cm)
tall drain tub or utility sink and sump
pump (available from local plumbing
suppliers)
Floor drain Siphon break, Part Number 285320,
additional drain hose, Part Number
285702 and connector kit,
Part Number 285442
Drain hose too short Drain hose, Part Number 285664 and
connector kit, Part Number 285442
Lint clogged drain Drain protector, Part Number 367031
Water faucets 2 longer water fill hoses:
beyond reach of fill 6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314,
hoses 10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008
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Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
You will need
• A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas
washer/dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See
"Venting Requirements."
• A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of
either side of the washer/dryer. See "Electrical Requirements."
• A sturdy floor to support the washer/dryer weight (washer/
dryer, water and load) of 500 Ibs (226.8 kg).