Installation Instructions; Before You Begin - GE DCVH480EK Owner's Manual

Installation
Instructions
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If you are planning to stack the washer and dryer,
order Stacking Kit number GE24STACK to be used
for this dryer. Kit sold separately.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT
• – Save these instructions for local
electrical inspector's use.
IMPORTANT
• – Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
• Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's
instructions and local codes.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions
with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future
reference.
• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a
qualified installer.
• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
• 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.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty
• Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F
for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.
• Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct
and replace with UL-listed duct.
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DCVH480EK, DCVH485EK, PCVH480EK, PCVH485EK
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
WARNING
• 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 only 4" rigid metal ducting for exhausting the
clothes dryer to the outdoors.
• DO NOT install 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 the instructions found
in "Connecting the Dryer to House Vent" on page 18
of this manual. Flexible ducting 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.
• The National Fuel Gas Code restricts installations of
gas appliances in garages. They must be 18 inches
off the ground and protected by a barrier from
vehicles.
• Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave
these instructions with the customer.)
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Dryer
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Risk of Fire