GE GFDS350ELWW Installation Instructions Manual
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Instructions
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
SLIP JOINT PLIERS
FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
LEVEL
Step 1 Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of new dryer
(see section 1).
Step 2 Check and ensure the existing external exhaust is clean (see
section 1) and meets attached installation specifications (see
section 3).
Step 3 Remove the foam shipping pads (see section 1).
Step 4 Move the dryer to the desired location.
Step 5 Connect the power supply (see section 2).
Step 6 Connect the external exhaust (see section 4).
Questions on Installation? Call: 1-800-GECARES (US)
or Visit our Web site at: www.GEAppliances.com (US)
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 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 (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 pages 4-5 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).
NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer requires basic
mechanical and electrical skills. It is your responsibility to
contact a qualified installer to make the electrical connections.
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
4" DIA. METAL DUCT
(RECOMMENDED)
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
(IF NEEDED)
KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS)
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
(IF NEEDED.)
Electric Dryer
RISK OF FIRE
4" DUCT
4" DIA. ME TAL
EXHAUST
CLAMPS (2)
ELBOW
HOOD
OR
4" SPRING
CLAMPS (2)
GLOVES
DUCT TAPE
4" COVER PLATE (IF NEEDED
(KIT WE1M454)
Step 7 Level your dryer (see section 5).
Step 8 Check the operation of the power supply and venting.
Step 9 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 6.
For bathroom or bedroom installation, see section 7.
For mobile or manufactured home, see section 8.
For side or bottom exhaust, see section 9.
10
SAFETY
DRYER POWER
CORD KIT
GLASSES
(NOT PROVIDED
WITH DRYER)
UL RATED
120/240V,30A
WITH 3 OR 4 PRONGS.
IDENTIFY THE PLUG
3/4" STRAIN
TYPE AS PER THE
RELIEF
HOUSE RECEPTACLE
UL RECOGNIZED
BEFORE PURCHASING
LINE CORD.
31-16629-1 03-11 GE
234D1052P003
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Page 1: Electric Dryer
UL RATED 120/240V,30A WITH 3 OR 4 PRONGS. IDENTIFY THE PLUG 3/4" STRAIN TYPE AS PER THE RELIEF GLOVES HOUSE RECEPTACLE UL RECOGNIZED BEFORE PURCHASING LINE CORD. 4” COVER PLATE (IF NEEDED (KIT WE1M454) 31-16629-1 03-11 GE 234D1052P003 CORD KIT... -
Page 2: Installation Instructions
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 and 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: Exhaust Information
CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION IF REQUIRED, BY LOCAL CODE, INS TALL EXTERNAL GROUND (NOT PROVIDED) TO GROUNDED ME TAL, COLD WATER PIPE, OR GREEN GROUND OTHER ES TABLISHED GROUND GROUND STRAP DETERMINED BY A QUALIFIED SCREW ELECTRICIAN. SCREWS NEUTRAL (White) 3 #10 AWG MINIMUM COPPER COVER... -
Page 4: 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 5: Alcove Or Closet Installation
Installation Instructions • 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 6 BATHROOM OR BEDROOM INSTALLATION • The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See EXHAUST INFORMATION section 3 & 4. • The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70. MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION •...
- Page 7 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.
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Page 9: Instrucciones De Instalación
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. 31-16629-1 03-11 GE 234D1052P003... -
Page 10: Requisitos Eléctricos
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 CÓMO CONECTAR LA SECADORA UTILI- ZANDO UNA CONEXIÓN DE 3 CABLES TORNILLO SI ASÍ LO REQUIRIERAN LOS CÓDIGOS CINTA DE CONEXIÓN VERDE LOCALES, INSTALE UNA CONEXIÓN A TIERRA DE CONEXIÓN A TIERRA EXTERNA (NO PROVISTA) A TIERRA A METAL CON CONEXIÓN A TIERRA, TUBERÍAS DE AGUA FRÍA CON CONEXIÓN A TIERRA U OTRA CONEXIÓN A TIERRA ESTABLECIDA POR UN ELECTRICISTA...
- Page 12 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 13 • 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 14 INSTALACIÓN EN BAÑOS O DORMITORIOS • Esta secadora DEBE tener una ventilación al exterior. Ver la INFORMACIÓN SOBRE SALIDA secciones 3 y 4. • La instalación debe cumplir con códigos locales o, si no existieran, con el CÓDIGO ELÉCTRICO NACIONAL, ANSI/ NFPA N°...
- Page 15 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.