GE GFDS350GLWW Installation Instructions Manual
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Questions on Installation? Call: 1-800-GECARES (US) or 1-800-561-3344 (Canada)
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
Use and Care Book 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 dryer where the
temperature is above 50°F for
satisfactory operation of the
dryer control system.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
(x2)
10" ADJUSTABLE WRENCHES
8" PIPE WRENCH
FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER
SLIP JOINT PLIERS
Step 1 Verify your gas installation (see section 2).
Step 2 Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of new dryer
(see section 1).
Step 3 Check and ensure the existing external exhaust is clean (see
section 1) and meets attached installation specifications (see
section 6).
Step 4 Remove the foam shipping pads (see section 1).
Step 5 Move the dryer to the desired location.
Step 6 Level your dryer (see section 8).
Step 7 Connect the gas supply (see section 3) and check for leaks
(see section 4).
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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.
• 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.
• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting materials. If flexible metal
(semirigid 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 5 of this
manual. 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).
• This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.
• When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall be the T-handle type.
• A flexible gas connector, when used, most not exceed 3 feet.
4" DIA. METAL DUCT
(RECOMMENDED)
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS)
LEVEL
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
Gas Dryer
RISK OF FIRE
IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
4" DIA. METAL
ELBOW
4" DUCT
(IF NEEDED)
CLAMPS (2)
OR
4" SPRING
CLAMPS (2)
(IF NEEDED.)
Step 8 Connect the external exhaust (see section 7).
Step 9 Connect the power supply (see section 5).
Step 10 Check the operation of the power supply, gas connections,
and venting.
Step 11 Place the owners manual and the installation instructions in a
location where they will be noticed by the owner.
For alcove or closet installation, see section 9.
For bathroom or bedroom installation, see section 10.
For mobile or manufactured home, see section 11.
For side or bottom exhaust, see section 12.
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PIPE
EXHAUST
COMPOUND
SOAP SOLUTION
HOOD
FOR LEAK DETECTION
DUCT TAPE
SAFETY
GLASSES
GLOVES
FLEXIBLE GAS LINE CONNECTOR
31-16630-1 03-11 GE
234D1052P004
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
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. -
Page 2: Gas Requirements
Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installation Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air opening are: 0 in. clearance both sides, 1 in. front 3 in. rear. Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service. PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION OF NEW DRYER TIP: Install your dryer before installing your washer. - Page 3 3 RECONNECTING GAS Listed connector ANSI Z21.24 / CSA 6.10 NEW METAL FLEXIBLE GAS LINE CONNECTOR ADAPTER 3/8" NPT ELBOW ITEMS NOT SUPPLIED NOTE: The connector and fittings are designed for use only on the original installation and are not to be reused for another appliance or at another location.
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Page 4: Electrical Requirements
5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND PERSONAL INJURY: • DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE. Dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. -
Page 5: Exhaust Connection
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 fastening means that extend into the duct and catch lint. •... -
Page 6: Alcove Or Closet Installation
• For many applications, installing elbows at both the dryer and the wall is highly recommended (see illustrations below). Elbows allow the dryer to sit close to the wall without kinking and or crushing the transition duct, maximizing drying performance. •... - Page 7 • Provide an opening with a free area of at least 25 sq. in. for introduction of outside air into the dryer room. • Dryers installed in residential garages must be elevated 18 inches (46cm) above the floor. DRYER EXHAUST TO LEFT OR BOTTOM...
- Page 8 ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET • Preassemble 4” elbow with 4” duct. Wrap duct tape around joint. • Insert duct assembly, elbow first, through the side opening and connect the elbow to the dryer internal duct. CAUTION: Be sure not to pull or damage the electrical wires inside the dryer when inserting the duct.
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Page 9: Antes De Comenzar
UL 120/240V, 30A GUANTES POR UL CON 3 O 4 CLAVIJAS. IDENTIFIQUE EL TIPO PLACA DE CUBIERTA DE 4” DE ENCHUFE SEGÚN (SI FUERA NECESARIO) EL TOMACORRIENTE (KIT WE1M454) DE LA VIVIENDA ANTES DE COMPRAR EL CABLE. 31-16630-1 03-11 GE 234D1052P004... - Page 10 Espacio mínimo diferente a instalación en nichos o closets. Los espacios libres mínimos respecto de superficies combustibles y de aberturas de aire son: Espacio de 0 pulg. a ambos lados, 1 pulg. en el frente y 3 pulg. en la parte trasera. Debe tenerse en cuenta un espacio libre adecuado para un funcionamiento y reparación correctos. PREPARACIÓN PARA LA INSTALACIÓN DE UNA SECADORA NUEVA CONSEJO: Instale su secadora antes de instalar la lava-...
- Page 11 3 CÓMO RECONECTAR EL GAS Conector aprobado ANSI Z21.24 / CSA 6.10 CONECTOR NUEVO DE LÍNEA DE GAS DE METAL FLEXIBLE ADAPTADOR NPT DE 3/8” CODO ITEMS NOT SUPPLIED NOTA: El conector y los accesorios se encuentran dis- eñados para usarse sólo en la instalación original y no deben volverse a usar en otro aparato o en otra ubi- cación.
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Page 12: Requisitos Eléctricos
5 INFORMACIÓN SOBRE CONEXIONES ELÉCTRICAS ADVERTENCIA - PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE INCENDIO, DESCARGA ELÉCTRICA Y LESIONES PERSONALES: • NO UTILICE UN CABLE DE EXTEN- SIÓN O UN ENCHUFE ADAPTADOR CON ESTE APARATO. La secadora debe contar con una conexión eléctrica a tierra en cumplimiento con los códigos y ordenanzas locales, o si éstos no existieran, de acuerdo con el CÓDIGO ELÉCTRICO NACIONAL,... - Page 13 SELLADO DE JUNTAS • Todas las juntas deben estar bien selladas para evitar pérdidas. El extremo macho de cada sección de conducto debe apuntar en dirección opuesta a la secadora. • El conducto no deberá instalarse con tornillos u otros medios de sujeción que se extiendan dentro del conducto y enganchen pelusas.
- Page 14 • Para muchas aplicaciones, se recomienda enfáticamente la instalación de codos en la secadora y en la pared (ver ilustraciones de abajo). Los codos permiten que la secadora se ubique cerca de la pared sin torcer o aplastar el conducto de transición, lo que potencia al máximo el desempeño de secado.
- Page 15 INSTALACIÓN EN BAÑOS O DORMITORIOS • Esta secadora DEBE tener una ventilación al exterior. Ver la INFORMACIÓN SOBRE SALIDA sección 6. • La instalación debe cumplir con códigos locales o, si no existieran, con el CÓDIGO ELÉCTRICO NACIONAL, ANSI/NFPA N° 70. INSTALACIÓN EN CASAS MÓVILES O PRE- FABRICADAS •...
- Page 16 CÓMO AGREGAR CODOS Y CONDUCTOS DE SALIDA HACIA LA IZQUIERDA O DERE- CHA DEL GABINETE • Arme previamente un codo de 4” con un conducto de 4”. Coloque cinta aislante alrededor de la junta. • Introduzca el montaje del conducto, el codo primero, a través de la abertura lateral y conecte el codo al conducto interno de la secadora.