GE Gas Dryer Installation Instructions Manual

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Installation
Instructions

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and
IMPORTANT-
Save these instructions for
local inspector's use.
IMPORTANT-
Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer -
instructions with the customer.
• Note to Customer - Keep these instructions with
your Owner's Manual for future reference.
discarded, remove the dryer door.
• Inspect the dryer exhaust outlet and straighten
the outlet walls if they are bent.
• 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 dryer where the temperature is
above 50°F for satisfactory operation of the
dryer control system.
• Product failure due to improper installation is
not covered under the Warranty.
IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
• This product must be installed by a licensed
• When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they
• A flexible gas connector, when used, must not
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
(x2)
10" ADJUSTABLE WRENCHES
8" PIPE WRENCH
SLIP JOINT PLIERS
LEVEL
FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER

Gas Dryer

WARNING
RISK OF FIRE
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation
instructions.
• Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and in
accordance with local codes.
• California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act
This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of
substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of
potential exposure to such substances. Gas appliances can cause
minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene,
carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the
incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Properly adjusted
dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these
substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer
to the outdoors.
• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
• Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet
and use only UL approved transition ducting between the dryer and
the home duct.
must be UL listed and installed in accordance with the instructions
found in "Connecting The Dryer To House Vent" on page 5 of this
manual. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily
• Do not install or store this appliance in any location where it could
be exposed to water and or weather.
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
4" DIA. METAL DUCT
4" DIA. METAL
(RECOMMENDED)
ELBOW
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
4" DUCT
(IF NEEDED)
CLAMPS (2)
KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS)
4" SPRING
CLAMPS (2)
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
(IF NEEDED.)
234D2217P002
02
PIPE
EXHAUST
COMPOUND
HOOD
FOR LEAK DETECTION
DUCT TAPE
OR
FLEXIBLE GAS LINE CONNECTOR
31-16736 10-13 GE
SOAP SOLUTION
SAFETY
GLASSES
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  • Page 1: Gas Dryer

    Installation Gas Dryer Instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN WARNING RISK OF FIRE Read these instructions completely and • To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions. IMPORTANT- • Save these instructions for • Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and in local inspector’s use.
  • Page 2: Gas Requirements

    Installation Instructions Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installation Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service. PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION GAS REQUIREMENTS OF NEW DRYER WARNING • Installation must conform to local codes and This will allow better access when installing dryer ordinances,or in their absence, the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE,ANSI Z223.
  • Page 3 Installation Instructions RECONNECTING GAS Listed connector ANSI Z21.24 / CSA 6.10 APPLY PIPE COMPOUND TO ALL MALE THREADS. FLARE ADAPTER 1/8" NPT PIPE PLUG FOR NEW METAL CHECKING GAS FLEXIBLE GAS INLET PRESSURE LINE CONNECTOR SHUT-OFF ADAPTER VALVE 3/8" NPT ELBOW PIPE SIZE ITEMS NOT SUPPLIED...
  • Page 4: Electrical Requirements

    Installation Instructions EXHAUST INFORMATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION WARNING - IN CANADA AND IN WARNING THE UNITED STATES, THE REQUIRED EXHAUST - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, USE DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE AND PERSONAL INJURY: • DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS •...
  • Page 5: Exhaust Connection

    Installation Instructions STANDARD REAR EXHAUST SEALING OF JOINTS • All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of each section of duct must point away from the dryer. • The duct shall not be assembled with screws or other FOR STRAIGHT LINE INSTALLATION, CONNECT THE DRYER EXHAUST TO THE EXTERNAL EXHAUST HOOD USING DUCT TAPE OR CLAMP.
  • Page 6: Alcove Or Closet Installation

    Installation Instructions LEVELING DRYER DUCT LEVEL LEVEL FRONT-TO-BACK. SIDE-TO-SIDE. other enclosed spaces. • • For many applications, installing elbows at both the dryer without kinking and or crushing the transition duct, maximizing drying performance. • Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects. •...
  • Page 7 • Provide an opening with a free area of at least 25 sq. in. PORTION "A" for introduction of outside air into the dryer room. • Stacking of a gas dryer is not permitted in a mobile home or manufactured home. GARAGE INSTALLATION (IF ALLOWED...
  • Page 8 Installation Instructions ADDING ELBOW FOR EXHAUST LOOSEN EACH TOP HINGE THROUGH BOTTOM OF CABINET THE DOOR UP AND OFF • Insert the elbow through the rear opening and connect it to the dryer internal duct. • Apply duct tape on the joint between the dryer internal duct and elbow, as shown above.

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