GE DDC4400T5WH Installation Instructions

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kWARNING RiSK O FFiRE
. 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.
. This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
. Use only4" rigid metal ducting for exhaustingthe clothes dryerto the outdoors.
. DO NOTinstall 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 these instructions and local codes. 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).
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.
. Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the appliance is used near children.
. Install the dryerwhere the temperature is above S0°Ffor satisfactory operation
of the dryer control system.
. Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.
Tools and Materials You Need
[] Slipjoint pliers
[] Screwdrivers (slottedor phillips head).
[] Chains(x2).
[] 2"x 4" studs.
[]Wall hooks.
[] Two 3/4" ULrecognizedstrain relief if the
power supply isfrom a direct wire.
[] Two dryer powercord kit ULlisted,rated
!20/240V,30A with 3 or/4 prongsif the power
supply isfrom a wall receptacle.
[]4" diameter rigid metal duct, duct clamps,
elbowsand exhaust hood.
[] Basicsafetyprotectionsuchas safetygoggles,
glovesand arm protectionare recommended.
Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installation - Clearance to combustible surfaces and for air opening
are: 0 in. both sides and ! in. rear. Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for operation and service.
Preparing the Installation Site and Unpacking the Drver
1. Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of new dryer.
2. Check to be sure the existing external exhaust is clean and meets attached installation specifications.
3. Using the four shipping carton corner posts as padding (two on each side), carefully lay the dryer on its left side and
remove foam shipping pad.
4. Return the dryer to an upright position.
S. Hove the dryer to the desired location.
I CAUT,O N: FOR PERSONALSAFETY.STACKEDUNITS MUST i
BE FASTENEDSECURELY TO WALL.
Dryers installed in garages (if allowed by local codes) must be elevated 18
inches (46cm) above the floor.
I kWARN ING
Personal Injury Hazard
Becauseof its weightand size, m ore than one personisrequired
to lift, tilt or move thewasher/dryer. F ailure t o do so may result i n
personal injury.
STEP 1 - Attach two chains using Phillips head screws to each end of
upper unit cabinet.
STEP2 - Locate two wall studs behind desired operating location of stacked
units.
NOTE:For wall studs not appropriately spaced, see section for Alternate
Method for Installation of Wall Hooks.
STEP3 - Screw two wall hooks into two wall studs (same height as chain
connections on cabinet of upper unit). Both chains should pull straight
back to wall studs or angle outward. NEITHER chain should angle inward.
NOTE:The final construction must withstand a pull of 200 Ibs.
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