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- Page 1 Electric Dryer DEGX1US Installation instructions...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Important safety instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 2. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer or service agency. 3. -
Page 3: Tools Required
Read this before you start installing your dryer This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. The safety alert symbol and the word DANGER or WARNING will precede all safety messages. These words mean: DANGER WARNING All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell... -
Page 4: Location Requirements
To the installer The correct installation of the dryer is your responsibility. Be sure you read the following instructions carefully before you start to install the dryer. These instructions should be left with the home owner for future reference. It is your responsibility to: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. -
Page 5: Alcove Or Closet Installation
The area in which the dryer is located must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapours and liquids. A dryer produces combustible lint so the area around the dryer must be cleaned regularly to keep it free of lint. This dryer can only be vented from the rear and must be exhausted to the outdoors. - Page 6 Dimensions Lid clearance Check that there is enough clearance for the lid to fully open. � ��� ������� �� � � ������� �� Exhaust outlet location Exhaust outlet " (352mm) " (333mm)
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Page 7: Mobile Home Installation
Mobile home installation The installation of the dryer in a mobile home must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR, Part 32-80 {formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24 HUD (Part 280), 1975} for the United States. When installing a dryer in a mobile home, provisions for anchoring the dryer to the floor must be made. -
Page 8: Fire Hazard
Exhausting The dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. This will prevent the build up of lint and moisture in the room in which it is located and reduce the risk of fire. This appliance must always be vented to the outdoors. Exhaust ducting products can be purchased from your local Appliance store or Hardware store. -
Page 9: Mobile Home Installations
To reduce condensation, insulate any ducting which passes through unheated areas. Slope the duct gently downwards to the hood, to drain condensation and reduce lint build up. Avoid sag or loops in the duct as they may collect and store water and accumulate lint. Before using an existing exhaust duct system for a dryer ensure that: No plastic or other potentially combustible duct or flexible metal foil ducting has been used. -
Page 10: Maximum Length Of Exhaust Duct
Choose a route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns. When using elbows (rigid duct) or making turns (thick wall flexible metal duct), allow as much room as possible. - Page 11 Number of 90˚ elbows/bends 64ft 54ft 44ft 35ft 27ft Number of 90˚ elbows/bends 58ft 48ft 38ft 29ft 21ft For exhaust systems not covered by the exhaust duct length charts (such as multiple unit hook-ups, plenums, and power-assist fans), call our Customer Care Center: TOLL FREE 888 9FNP USA (888 936 7872).
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Page 12: Alternative Installation For Close Clearances
Alternative installation for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. A close-clearance installation is shown. The maximum length using a 2” x 6” (5cm x 15cm) rectangular duct with two elbows and a 2 1⁄2”(6.3cm) exhaust hood is 8ft (2.4m). -
Page 13: Exhaust Venting
Exhaust venting 1. Read the exhaust section (page 8–12) before installing the exhaust system to determine the maximum allowable exhaust duct length. Do not use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting. Always use suitable duct tape. Never use plastic or thin metal foil flexible exhaust material. 2. -
Page 14: Installation
Installation Parts and literature are packaged inside the dryer drum. Only remove the packaging at the customer’s premises. This will ensure the appliance arrives in pristine condition and reduces the risk of damage when transporting to the customer’s home. Unpacking Make sure dryer is in a suitable location for installation. - Page 15 Fitting the front feet Note: Dryer is usually supplied with feet fitted and protruding the correct distance. 1. Tilt the dryer back using a hand trolley and making sure the trolley and dryer are secure. 2. Fit a rubber insert to each plastic foot as shown. 3.
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Page 16: Electrical Requirements
Electrical requirements The wiring diagram is located in the control console. NOTE: The dryer must be plugged into or connected to an individual branch circuit, do not use an extension cord. The power supply must be 220/240V or 208V, 60 Hz approved alternating current electrical service. -
Page 17: Electrical Shock Hazard
Grounding instructions Grounding for a cord-connected appliance This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. - Page 18 Power supply cord requirements for U.S.A Only a UL listed power-supply cord kit at least 6ft (1.8m) long and rated 120/240 V min, 30 A and marked with use for clothes dryers shall be used. This shall have ring terminals to connect to the dryer. ...
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Page 19: Electrical Connections
Electrical connections Please read Electrical requirements and grounding instructions on pages 16–18 first. The DEGX1 electric model of the SmartLoad™ dryer is manufactured for a 3-wire connection system. The dryer frame is grounded by a link to the neutral conductor on the dryer terminal block. - Page 20 3-wire connections For use where local codes permit grounding through the Neutral wire. Use approved 3-wire Power Supply Cord or a 3-wire Cable for Direct Wiring as described on page 18. 1. Remove the terminal block cover plate. 2. Insert the power cord with a UL listed strain relief through the hole provided in the cabinet near the terminal block.
- Page 21 3-wire connections For use where local codes do not permit grounding through the Neutral wire. Use approved 3-wire Power Supply Cord or a 3-wire Cable for Direct Wiring as described on page 18. A separate 10AWG copper grounding wire is required. 1.
- Page 22 4-wire connections Use approved 4-wire Power Supply Cord or a 4-wire Cable for Direct Wiring as described on page 18. 1. Remove the terminal block cover plate. 2. Insert the power supply cable with a UL listed strain relief through the hole provided in the cabinet near the terminal block.
- Page 23 Level machine...
- Page 24 Copyright Reserved © Fisher & Paykel 2004. The product specifications in this booklet apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue. Under our policy of continuous product improvement, these specifications may change at any time. You should therefore check with your Customer Care Center to ensure this booklet correctly describes the product currently available.
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