GE DPXH46GA6CC Owner's manual

Brand: GE

Model: DPXH46GA6CC

Type: Owner's manual

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Safety Instructions ............ 2-5

Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning .................... 8

Controls ............................. 6

Features ............................. 7

Loading and Using the Drger .......... 8

Installation Instructions ..... 9-20

Electrical Installation for

Electric Drger ................... 16, 17

Electrical Requirements .............. 11

Exhausting the Drger ............. 12, 13

Gas Connection for Gas Drger ........ 18

Gas Supplg Requirements ............ 13

Location of Your Drger ............... 14

Mobile Home Installation ............. 15

Preparing to Install Your Drger ..... 9, 10

Reversing the Door Swing ............ 20

Stacking Instructions ............. 19, 20

Troubleshooting Tips ........ 21,22

Consumer Support

Consumer Support .................. 26

Warrants for Canadian Customers .... 25

Warrantg for U.S.Customers ........ 24

U.S. Models:

DSXH43

DPXH46

DH43

Canada Models:

DCXH46

PSXH43

175D1807P525 49-90257 !1-05 JR

350A4502P325 Rev. 1 134287400

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.

READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire

or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

• Do notstoreor usegasoline or other

flammable vaporsand liquidsin the

vicinityof thisorany otherappliance.

• Installation andservice mustbe performed

bya qualified installer,service agency or

the gassupplier.

WHATTODOIF YOUSMELLGAS:

[] Donottry tolight a match,orcigarette, or

turnon anygasor electrical appliance.

[] Donottouchanyelectrical switch; donot

useanyphonein yourbuilding.

[] Clear theroom,buildingorarea of all

occupants.

[] Immediatelycall yourgas supplierfrom

a neighbor'sphone.Follow the gas

supplier'sinstructionscarefully.

[] ffyou cannotreach yourgassupplier,call

the fire department.

California Safe Drinking Water and ToxicEnforcement Act

This act requires tile goxernor of Califin'nia to publish a list of substances knox_n to tile state to cause cance_,

birth delbcts or other reproducfixe harm and requires businesses to warn custoinei_ of potential exl)osure

to Stlch st/bstances.

(_as al)l)liances C}lil C}ltlSe illinoi" exl)OStli'e [o J[i)/lI" of these s/lbstances_ nalllely benzene_ C}li'bon illonoxi(le_

fimnaldehvde and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or I,P fllels.

Propedy a(!justed dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. EN)osure to these substances can be

minimized flH'ther b)' i)rope_ty venting tile dryer to tile outdoors.

PROPERINSTALLAtiON

This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions

before it is used.

[] Prol)erlx, ,gr(mnd drxer to conform _ith all

go_ erning codes and ordinances. Follo_

derails ill Inst:dlation Instructions.

[] Install or store where it will not be exposed to

temperatures belo_ freezing or exposed to the

_eath er.

[] (]onnect to a properl} r_lted, protected and

sized power suppl) circuit to axoid electric;d

overload.

[] Remox e :Ill sharp packing items and dispose of

all shipping materi:ds properl).

Exhaus_/Ducting:

[_ This dr) er MUSTbe exhausted to the outside.

[_ l_.se onl} ngld metal 4 diameter ductx_ork

inside the dr}er c:d)inet. Use only rigid metal

or flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork fi)r

exhausting to the (mtside, USE OFPLASTICOR

OTHERCOMBUSTIBLEOUCTWORKCAN CAUSE

A FIRE•PUNCTUREOOUCTWORKCANCAUSEA

FIREIF IT COLLAPSESORBECOMES

OTHERWISERESTRICTEOIN USEORDURING

INSTALLATION.

For complete details, fi_llow the lnst:dl:ltion

Instructions.

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.

READALLiNSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

YOUflLAUNOflYAflEA

• Keep tile area underneath and around ",'our

appliances fl'ee of coml_ustible materials, such

as lint, paper, rags and chemicals.

• Keep tile floor around your appliances clean and

dry to reduce tile possibili b' of slipping.

• Keep area around the exhaust opening and

s/u'ro/mding areas fl'ee from tile accumulation

of lint, dust and dirt.

• Do not obstruct tile flow of ventilating ai_: Do not

stack or place lmmch T or throw rugs against tile

ti'ont or back of tile ch_'er.

• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is

used bv or near children. Do not allow children

to play on, with or inside this or any other

appliance.

• Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents,

bleaches, etc.) out _ff tile reach of children,

preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all

warnings on container labels to avoid iqjm'};

• Never climb on or stand on tile dryer top.

WHENUSINGYOUflDflYEfl

• Never reach into tile cha'er while tile drum is

moving. Before loading, unloading or adding

clothes, wait tmtil tile drum has completely

stopped.

• Clean the lint filterhefore each lead to prevent lint

accumulation inside tile dryer or in tile room.

DONOTOPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUTTHELINT

FILTERIN PLACE,UNLESSTHEDRYINGRACKISIN

USE. Mways replace tile lint screen when finished

using tile (hTing rack.

• Do not wash or d U articles that have been

cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted

with combustible or explosive substances (such as

wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dr)_cleaning

solvents, kerosene, etc.). These substances give

off' vapors that may ignite or explode. Do not add

these s/lbstJlnces to tile wash w;IteI'. Do not rise or

place these substances am/md yore" washer or

(hTer dining operation.

•Anv reticle on which wm have used a cleaning

solvent or that contai_s flammable mamfials

(such as cleaning cloths, mops, towels used in

beau b salons, restaurants or barber shops, etc.)

must not be placed in or near tile d_yer until

solvents or flammable materials have been

removed. There are many highly flammable

items used in homes such as acetone, denatured

alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some household

cleaners, SOIlle spot i'eil/over.% ttli])entines,

waxes, W_lX i'eillovers and pi'odtlctS containing

petroleum distillams.

• Tile latmdry process can reduce tile flame

retardancy of rid)tics. To avoid such a result,

carelulN fi)llow tile gali/lent i/lanttfilcttlrer's

care instructions.

• Do not (h y articles containing rubbe_; plastic

or similar materials such as padded bras, temfis

shoes, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants,

plastic bags and pillows that may melt or btlFn.

Some rubber materials, when heamd, can trader

certain drcumstances produce fire by

spont;ineo/is COlllb/istion.

• Do not store plastic, paper or clothing that may

b/m_ or melt on top _ff the dryer dining

operation.

• Gmments labeled On/Away from Heator Do

Not Tumblo On/(such as life jackets containing

kapok) must not be put in yore" d_'e_:

• Do not d_Tfiberglass articles in yore" dryer

Skin irritation could result from the remaining

particles that may be picked up by clothing

dm'ing subsequent (hTer rises.

• To minimize tile possibility ot electric shock,

mq)lug this appliance ti'om tile power supply

or disconnect the dryer at the household

distribution panel b)' removing the fllse or

switching off the circuit breaker befi)re

attempting any maintenance or cleaning

(except the removal and cleaning of the lint

filter). NOTE:Tm'ning the Cycle Selector knob

to an OFf position does NOTdisconnect tile

appliance fl'om tile power supply.

• Do not spray any t)pe of aerosol into, on or near

dryer at any time.

• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in

your dryer: Items contaminated with cooking oils

ram' contribute to a chemical reaction that could

cause a clothes load to catch fire.

WARNING!

• Never attempt to operate this appliance if

it is dmnaged, malflmcfioning, partially

disassembled or has missing or broken parts,

including a damaged cord or plug.

• Tile interior of tile machine and tile exhaust

duct connection inside tile chTer should be

cleaned at least once a year by a qualified

technician. See tile Loading and Using the Dryer

section. Do not tlse any t},'pe ot spI'}l}' cleaner

when cleaning (hTer interior: Hazardous fim/es

or electrical shock could occur

• If yours is a gas (hTe_; it is equipped with an

automatic electric ignition and does not have a

pilot light. 00 NOTAITEMPT TO tIGHT WlTH A

MATCH. l_urns Inav result ti'oln having your hand

in tile vicinity of tile burner when tile automatic

ignition turns oil.

• You may wish to soften your la undered tiff)tics

or reduce the static electricity in them by using

a d_Te>applied riO)tic softener or an antistatic

condifione_: _'\'e recommend you rise either a

fabric softener in tile wash cycle, according to tile

mantdacturer's instructions for those products,

or try a (h_'e>added product for which tile

inanufhcturer gives w_itten assurance oil tile

package that their product can be safelv used in

vour dryer: Service or pe_ti)mmnce problems

(aused i))' use of these products are tile

responsibility ot tile manufi_cmre_ of those

products and are not covered under tile warranty

to this appliance.

WHEN USINGYOURDRYER

• Grasp tile plug firefly when disconnecting this

appliance to avoid damage to tile cord while

pulling. Place tile cord away fl'om traffic areas so

it will not be stepped on, t_ipped over or

subjected to dmnage.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of

this appliance or attempt any se_Mcing unless

specifically recommended in this Owner's Manual

or in published use>_epair instructions that you

understand and have the skills to carry ()/it.

• gefi)re discarding a (hTe_; or removing it flx)m

service, remove tile dryer door to prevent

children fl'om hiding inside.

• Do not tamper with controls.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe dryercontrolpanel.

Models DPXH46 and DCXH46

FABRIC CARE WRINKLE CARE

_Vre_DEOC00LAmT_MBLE

PERM PRESS K_rrs / DEIJCATES

._._. ;} 0n 0_,

START

WRInKlE MOeE D_Y

EASY CARE CARE • COTTONS

_D._, iliU_........... _!_i!_,

:;; ; _ssoeY

_ %i! !!i!!ili_D_

_ i,_ssORv

TIMED DRy 50 •

DELICATES

Models DSXH43, DH43 and PSXH43

FABRIC CARE CYCE SIGNAL

PERM_ESS _TS/DWC_ES

i ilii

START

,o_°7

TIMED DRY

i.o., co_o,s

Features and appearance may vary.

ControlSettings

o Fabric Care

COTTONSForregularto heavycottons.

REG.HEAT

PERM.PRESSForsynthetics,blendsanditemslabeledpermanentpressor tumbledrymediumhea_

MEDHEAT

KNITS/ Forknits,delicates,syntheticsanditemslabeledtumble drylowhea_

DELICATES

LOWHEAT

AIRFLUFFForfluffingitemswithoutheat.UsetheTIMEDDRYcycle.

NOHEAT

O Drying Cycles

The COTTONS,EASYCAREandDELICATESc_cles automatically sense rid)tic dryness. Select MOREDRY

tb_" heavier tid)_ics, LESSDRYfb_"lighte_" rid)tics. The TIMEDDRYcwle will _'un t'o_" a selected time.

COTTONSForcottonsandmostlinens.Formostloads,selecttheOptimumDrysetting(onsomemodels).

EASYCAREForwrinklefree,permanentpressanddelicateitems,andknits.Formostloads,selectthe

PERMPRESS OptimumDrysetting(onsomemodels).

DELICATESFordelicatesandspecialcarefabrics.Formostloads,selecttheOptimumDry

setting(onsomemodels).

TIMEDDRY SettheCycleSelectoratthedesireddryingtime.

O Start

Close the (h'ver (loo_: Select START Opening the (loo_" during operation will stop the (h've_: To _'estart

the (hTet; close the (loox" and select STARTtocomplete the c)'cle.

About your dryerfeatures.

CYCLE SIGNAL

LOUD

Cycle Signal Option (on some models)

When tile signal is on it will sound just

before the end of the cycle to remind

you to remove tile clothes. Tile signal

can be set at OFF(no SOtln(l), LOUD Or

an}where in between.

If the dried load calmot be removed

promptly during tile EASY CARE cycle,

the Cycle Selector will advance to the

EXTENDED COOLDOWN setting. Unheated

tumbling continues during EXTENDED

COOLDOWN and WRINKLE CARE (on

some models) fiST 40 minutes to help

reduce wrinkling. When the CYCLE

SIGNAL is on, it will som_d briefly every

five I/lillt/tes ;is ;i reI//isl(lel" t(5 reI//(sve

the load.

NOTE'

• If items are removed before the end of

the cycle, turn the CYCLESELECTORknob

to OFF.

• Remove garments promptly at the sound

of the signal. Place clothes on hangers

so wrinkles won't set in.

• Use the Cycle Signal especially when

drying fabrics like polyester knits and

permanent press. These fabrics should

be removed so wrinkles won't set in.

WRINKLE CARE Wrinkle Care Option (on some models)

EXTENDEDCOOLAIRTUMBLE LIse this option t(5 nliniinize tile wIJnkles

OFF in clothes. It provides approxilnatel) 15

nfilmtes of no-heat tunfl)ling alter tile

clothes are dry.

This option can onl} be used with tile EASY

CAREandDELICATEScwles.

Replacing the Dryer Light Bulb (on some models)

panel 1)', renmving tile tilse or switchingWARNING: the .. tile;ircuit bre;lkei:

risk of electric shock, disconnect this

appliance ti'Oln tile power supply

befisre attelnl)ting any user

maintenance. Turning the controls

to the OFFposition does not

discolmect this ai)i)liance ti'oln the

power supply.

The dryer light is located above the dryer

door opelfing.

Before repladng the light bulb, be sure to

tmplug tile (liTer power cord or discolmect

tile dryer at tile household (listribution

Toreplace the drger light

_] /Jsing a slnall flat blade screwdriver,

I)I) tile bott(sn/ of tile light cover ()lit

and o11 tile light housing.

_ /Jnscrew tile bull) when cool aim

replace it with an al)l)liance bulb of

tile Salile 55i"h)wer wattage.

_] Snap the lightcover back on the light

housing.

Drying Rack (on somemodels)

A hand_, drying rack Ina,_ be used for drvilw,

articles such as stuffed toys pillows or

washable sweatels.

[_ Relnoxe the lint screen.

_ Place tile front 1)aTunder tile lip of tile

lint screen (1)elfin ,

F_] X_lien itelns are dis' remoxe the rack

aim replace the lint screen. DO NOT

OPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUT THELINT

SCREENIN PLACEUNLESS THEDRYING

RACK IS IN PLACE.

NOTE"

• The duing rack must be used with the

TIMED DRYcvde.

• Do not use this drying rack when there

are other clothes in tile (lI_'er.

Loadingandusing thedryer.

Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.

SortingandLoadingHints

_s a general rule, if clothes are soiled properly fi)r tlle washe_; they are sol_ed pr()perly tor tlle (hyel;

Do not add fabn_softener sheea oncethe loadhas becomewarm Theymay causefabn_softener stalbs

Bounce_'Fabn_ConditionerDryerSheetshavebeenapprovedfor useib aft GEDryerswhen usedib accordance

with the manufacturer#/bstructions.

Donot ove#oad.Thiswastesenergyandcauseswnbk//bg.

Be net drythefollowingitems:fiberglassitems,woolens,nbber-coateditems,plastics,itemswithplastictnb7and

foam-filleditems.

CareandCleaningof theDryer

The Exterior:Wil)e or dust any spills (5i" washing

colnl)ounds with a dam I) cloth. DITer COlm-ol panel

and finishes may be damaged by some launch'v

pretreatment soil and stain remover products,

Apply these I)ro(hlcts away fl'()I/l the drveI; The

fifl)I'JC InaV then be washed and (h'ied nom_allv.

Dalnage to your dryer caused b v these i)roducts is

not c(weI'ecl by V(S/lI" W;lI'I';llllA'k

TheLintScreen: (:lean tile lint screen heft 5re each

use. Lint buil(lu l) in the screen restricts air fl(5_,

which causes longer dr){ng tilnes. Tile screen is

located at tile 1)(stt(5i/_ 55t tile (hs(sr (sl)elfing. ]_.em55ve

1)y pulling straight up. ]_elnove tile lint and replace

the screen.

A waxy buildup may fi)Im on tile lint screen fl'oin

using dryer=added lift)tic softener sheets. To relnove

this buildup, wash the lint screen in waif/n, soapy

wateI: DI T thoroughly and rel)lace. D() not operate

the dryer without the lint screen in place.

TheExhaust Duct Inspect and clean the exha ust

ducting at least once a year to prevent clogging. A

partially clogged exhaust can lei_gthen the dlTing

time.

Follow these steps:

_] Turn off electrical supi.q ) by disconnecting the

i.qug h'om the wall socket.

_ Discolmect the dtlct ti'5)ill the drveI;

_ Vactltllll tile dtlct with tile hose attachlnei_t and

i'ecoi_nect the duct.

TheExhaustHootkCheck fronl tile outside that tile

flal)S (ff tile hood move fl'eely when operating. Make

sure that there is no wildlite (birds, insects, etc.)

nesting inside the duct (5i"hood.

Installation

Instructions

SpacemakerDryer

Models DCXH46

DSXH43

DPXH46

DH43

PSXH43

I ffyouhaveanyquestions,in theU.S.,call 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)orvisitonrWehsiteat: ge.comInCanada,carl 1.800.361.3400orvisitonrWehsiteat:geappliances.ca I

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully,

• IMPORTANT - S_,,ethese

instIuctions fl)r local inspector's use.

•IMPORTANT - Obsei,e ,ll

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Besure to leave these

instIuctions with tile Consmner.

• Note to Consumer - Keepthese instructions

tar fllture reference.

• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires

basic mechanical and electrical skills.

• Completion time - 1-3 hours

" Proper installation is tile responsibility of tile

installer,

• Product tailure due to improper installation is not

covered under tile _,Varrantv,

IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF

MASSACHUSETTS

• This product must be installed by a licensed

plumber or gas fitter.

° When using ball-type gas shu>off valves, they

shall be the T-handle type.

° A flexible gas connector; when used, must not

exceed 3 feet.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

./k WARNING

This dryer lnust be exhausted to tile outdools. Use

only rigid inetal or flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork

tor exhausting to tile outside. Use only rigid metal 4"

diameter ductwork inside tile di_'er cabinet,

Nexer use plastic or other combustible ductwork. See

Exhausting section.

This appliance must be properly grounded and

installed as described ill these Installation Instructions.

• Do not install or store appliance ill an area xd/ere it will

be exposed to water/weathei: See Locationof YourDryer

section.

Tile National Fuel Gas code restricts installations of

gas appfimlces ill garages. Tile}' in ust be 18" (45.7 cln )

off the ground and protected fl'om vehicles by a

barriei: See Location of YourDryorsection.

Tile dectrical service to tile dryer nmst confimn with

local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or ill Canada,

CSA C22,1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1,

Tile gas service to tile dIyer nmst confimn with local

codes and ordinances or the latest edition ot the

National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 or ill Canada,

(]AN/C(;A B149.12. The gas dryer is designed under

ANSI Z 21.5.1 or ANSI/UI,2158-CAN/CSA C22.2

(latest editions) tar home use only. This (hTer is not

recolnlnended tor colnlnercial applications such as

I'est;ItlI';llltS oi" beatlP,' sahms.

Installation Instructions

TOOLS AND MATERIALS

YOU WILL NEED

[] Phillips head screwdriver

[] Ac!justable plie_5 (at!just leveling legs)

[] Caq_enter's level

[] Flat or straight blade screwdriver (may be needed

fin" cord strain relief)

[] Duct tape

[] Rigid or UI Aisted flexible metal 4" (10.2 cm) duct

[] Vent hood

[] 1/4" nut driver (renlove temfinal block access

cover and install cord) _:LECTRIC DRYER)

[] Pipe thread sealer (GAS DRYER)

[]/JIAisted strain _eliet (may be sui)plied

with cord)

[] UiAismd 30A, 240V, 3-wire, #10 AWG minimum

conductor power cord (/J.S. existing structure)

[]/JiAisted 30A, 240V, 4-wire, #10 A_.VG

minimmn conductor power cord is required

(U.S. new construction)

[] Flexible stainless steel or plastk_coated brass

commecting robe (if allowed by building code)

(GAS DRYER)

[] Open-end wrenches lot flexible robe and

connector (GAS DRYER)

PREPARING THE INSTALLATION SITE

AND UNPACKING YOUR DRYER

]°

3°

Prepare tile area and exhaust fi)r installation

of tile ne',_ (h3el=

Check to be sm'e that the existing external

exhaust is clean and that it meets attached

installation specifications.

Place tile ffmr corner posts fl'om tile shipping

crouton on tile floox; parallel to each othe*; 2-3"

apa_nL ( arefldly lay tile dryer on its left side on

top of tile corner posts. Remo\v tile ioam

shipping pad.

CAUTION: T,,prevent damage, do

not use tile control panel as a metals to pick up

of I//O'_ e tile (lI'} el2

Foamshippingpad

4. Return tile dryer to all uptight position,

5. Mo\e tile dryer to tile desired location.

6. Connect tile extermd exhmlst.

7. A(!iust tile leveling legs to match tile washer

height, Tile &yer must be le\vl and rest firmly

on all fimr le\ eling legs.

8. Connect tile power suppl>

9. Check tile operation ot tile power supply and

venting.

10. Place tile Owner's Manual and tile Installation

Instructions ill a location where they will be

noticed by tile ownel:

Installation Instructions

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

INFORMATION FOR

ELECTRIC DRYERS

A_WARNING - T,,_ed.cethe_sk.f

fire, electric shock or personal injury:

• DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH

THIS APPLIANCE,

• THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY

GROUNDED.

This dryer must be electrically grounded in accordmace

with local codes mad ordinances, or ha the absence of local

codes, ha accordmace with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL

CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 or ha Cmmda CSA C22.1

CmmdJma Electrical Code Part 1.

Electrical Requirements

• This dryer must be connected to a 208V or 240V

individual branch circuit, protected by 30-amp drcuit

breake_ or time-delay fllses.

• Power supply: 3-wire 240-volt, single-phase, 60-Hz,

Pdternating Current. (Canada-240 volt, single-phase,

60-Hz Pdternating Current.)

• Use copper conducto_ only.

• If the electric supply does not meet the above

specifications, call a licensed electrician.

NOTE: A wiring diagram is located trader the top panel.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS

A_WARNING - T,,reducetheriskof

fire, electric shock or personal iIIjtu3:

• DO NOT USE AN I_LTENSION CORD OR AN

ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE,

• DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR

REMOVE THE THIRD GROUNDING PRONG FROM

THE POWER CORD.

This dryer must be electrically grounded ha accordmace

with local codes mad ordhmaaces, or ha the absence of local

codes, ha accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL

CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70 or ha Canada, CSA C22.1

Cmmdima Electrical Code Part 1.

Electrical Reqttirements

• This dP,'er InUSt be supplied with 120V, 60-Hz,

and connected to a propedy grounded branch

circuit, protected by a 15- or 20-amp circuit breaker

or time-delay fuse.

• If the electric supply provided does not meet the

above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed

electrician instnll an approved outlet.

Ensureproperground

existsbeforeuse

External Ground (if required)

An external ground wire (not provided), which meets local

codes, may be added by attaching it to the green ground

screw on the rear of the dryer ha the upper left corner

above the cord, mad to grounded metal cold water pipe or

other established ground.

_7' £* ...... ;I ®l

Artacbgroundwire

(obtainlocally)

NOTE: A wiring diagram is located under the top panel.

Installation Instructions

EXHAUST SYSTEM

REQUIREMENTS

Use only 4" (10.2 cm) dJmneter (minimum) rigid metaJ

duct for best performm_ce, or flexible metal duct, and

approved veut hood which has swiug-out dalnpels that

open when the dryer is in oi)eration, X,_l/en the dlTer

stops, the dampei_ autolnatically close to i_revent drafts

aud tile eutrauce (ff iusects aud rodeuts. To avoid

restrictii_g the outlet, maiimfin a miifinmln (ff 19"

(30.5 Cln) clearance between the vent hood and the

ground or any other obstruction.

It all rigid inetal duct calmot be used, then flexible

all-metal vei_ting can be used, but it will reduce the

um_umln recolnmei_ded duct length. See Additional

h_stallation h_sO'uctions tollowiug.

Correct

Incorrect

./k WARNING - Thefollowing are specific

requiremeuts for proper mid safe operatiou

of your dryer. Faihue to follow these instructions can

create excessive drying times mid fire hazards.

DO NOT ttse i)lastic flexible duct to exhatLst tile dIyeI:

Excessive lint can b/fild ul) inside exhaust system and create

a fire hazard and restrict air flox_: Restricted air flow will

increase dITiug times. If your preseiu systeln is lnade up of

plastic duct or lnetal toil duct, replace it with rigid or

flexible lnetal duct. Ensure the present duct is free of any

liut prior to installiug dryer duct.

If the dryer is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint will

be expelled into the laundry area. An accuumlatioi_ of lint

in anv area of the home can create a health and fire haa_M.

This dryer exhaust system MUST BE EXHAUSTED TO

THE OUTSIDE of the dwelling.

DO NOT allow conlbusfible inaterials (for exalnl)le:

clothing, di_q)eries/curtains, paper) to coine in contact wifll

exhaust svstelIl.

_/kWARNING

The dryer MUST NOT be exhausted into a chinmey,

a wall, a ceiling, a commou duct with a kitchen exhaust or

any concealed space of a building which can accumulate

lint, resulting in a fire hazard.

DO NOT exceed tile length of duct pipe or ntm_ber of

elbows allowed in tile Maximmn Length charts, i.int can

accunmlate in tile exhaust system, l)lugging tile s}:stem and

creating a fire hazmvl, as xxell as increasing di?ing times.

DO NOT screen the exhaust ends of the vent systeln, or

use any screws or rivets to asselnble tile exhaust s)steln.

I,int can become caught in the screen, on the screws or

rivets, clogging the duct work and creating a fire hazard

as well as ii_creasing drying tilnes. Use an ai)proved vent

hood to tennilmte the duct outdooI_, and seal all joints

with duct tape. _dl inale duct pipe fittings MUST be

installed dowi_stream with the flow ot all:

EXPLOSION HAZARD. Do not install tile (hyer where

gasoline or other flamlnal)les are kept or stored. If tile

diTer is installed in a garage, it lnust be a uliuinlunl ot 18"

(45.7 Cln) above the flooi: [<Sfihu'e to do so can result in

death, explosion, fire or burns.

ADDITIONAL INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

If all rigid metal duct calmot be used, then flexible

all-metal venting can be used, but it will reduce the

nmxiumm recomlnei_ded duct length. In spedal

installations when it is imi)ossible to lnake a coimection

with tile above recomlnei_datioi_s, then UL-llsted clothes

dryer (*mlsition duct ma x be used as ti'al_sition venting

between tile (liTer and wall COlmecfion OldV.Tile use ot

this ducting will affect dryii_g tilne.

If flexible mmsition duct is necessary, only UL-listed duct

identified for use with dothes dryers is approved.

The following directions must be followed.

') Use tile shortest length possible.

• Stretch tile duct to its umxinmm length.

• Do uot Cl'tlsh Ol" collapse.

" Never use transition duct inside the wall or inside

the diwei:

" Avoid resting tile duct on shaq) objects.

') Venting umst coI_flmn to local building codes.

Installation Instructions

EXHAUST DUCTING LENGTH

Tim exhaust systeln should be inspected and cleaned a

nfilfinmm of evei T year with noi_nal usage. Tile more tim

(liTer is used, tile more often you should check tile exhaust

system and vent hood fin" l)rol)er ol)elvltion.

• DO NOT asselnble the duct work with tilstenei_ that

extend into the duct. They will serve as collection points

fin" lint.

" Insulation - Ductwork which runs through an unheated

area or is near an air coi_ditiolfing duct should be

insulated to reduce coi_dei_sadon and lint buildup.

MAXIMUM LENGTH

of4" (10.2cm) Oia. FLEXIBLEMETALTUBING

PREFERRED VENT HOOD TYPE

4"(10.2cm) Louvered

Number_1 1 !_

of90°

2.5"

turns _.)l.. i110,2c,.)l .< - _ {&as

cln

0 30' (9.14 m) 18' (5.49 m)

1 22' (6.71 m) 14' (4.27 m)

2 14' (4.27 m) 10' (3.05m)

MAXIMUM LENGTH

of4" (10.2cm)Dia. RIGIDMETALDUCT

PREFERRED VENT HOOD TYPE

4"(10.2cm) Louvered

Numberturns

of90°

4" 25"

--_1(102c1,,)1_ - --_ (c635 _.

0 60' (18.28 m) 48' (14.63 m)

1 52' (15.84 m) 40' (12.19 m)

2 44' (13.41 m) 32' (9.75 m)

3 32' (9.75 m) 24' (7.31 m)

4 28' (8.53 m) 16' (4.87 m)

INSTALL MALEFITTINGSIN

CORRECTDIRECTION

EXHAUST DIRECTION

_MIdrveI_ are slfii)ped set tlI) for rear exhausting.

On electric dryeI_, exhausting can be on tile cabinet right

or left side, or through tile dryer bottom. Gas dlTei_ can

exhaust on the cabinet iJght side or the (liTer bottom. To

change exhaust directioi_ you will need Exhaust ICdtPub.

No. 14-All 18 and a dgid metal 4" 90-degree elbow. The kit

is a\:lilable through your GE retailei; Follow the

instructions supplied with the kit.

l / Sameas EXHAUSTDUCTLOCATING

!t" otherside DIMENSIONS

l 57/8"

(15cm)

"/_ 35/16"

{34cm)

43/8"

{11cm}

33/4" (9.5cm)

GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

Replace brass Colmecting pipe that is not plastic-coated.

Stainless steel or plastic-_'oated brass MUST be used.

.LEWARNING: Ne,,ei-l-e.seold*lexible

connectors. The rise of old flexible connectors can cause

gas leaks and personal illjut}: Alwa} s use NEW flexible

connectors _d_en installing a gas appliance.

1. Installation MUST confimn with local codes, or in the

absence ot local codes, with the National Fuel Gas

Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition) or in Canada, the

current CAN/(_GA B149.

2. Tile gas supply line should be of 1/2" (1.27 cm) rigid

pipe.

3. If codes allo_; fle_ble metal tubing may be used

to connect your (hTer to the gas supply line. The

robing MUST be constructed of stainless steel or

plastic-coated brass.

4. The gas supply line MUST have an individual shutoff

wllve.

5. A 1/8" (0.32 cm) NPT plugged tapping, accessible fin"

test gauge connection, MUST be installed immediately

upstrean_ of tile gas supply COlmection to tile dryei:

6. The dla'er MUST be discolmected fl'oln the gas supply

i)iping s}:steln dtu_ing any pressure testing of the gas

supply i)iping systeln at test pressures in excess of 1/2

psig (3.45 kPa).

7. The dla'er MUST be isolated fl'om the gas supply i)iping

svsteln dtu_ing any i)ressure testing of the gas supply

i)iping s}:stem at test i)ressures equal to or less than

1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).

Installation Instructions

LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER

Do Not Install the Dryer:

1. Do not h_stall the &cyer in an area exposed to dripping

water or outside weather c(mditions.

2. Do not h_stall the dryer in an area where it will come

in contact with curtains, drapes or anything that will

obstruct tile flow of combustion and x entilation ai_:

3. Do not h_stall the dryer on caq)et.

Floor MUST be solid with a ma_mum sh)pe

of 1" ( 5

(2.: 4 cm).

Undercounter Installation:

If an undercounter* installation is desired, tile dryer

MUST have a top sheet kit installed, Pub. No. 14-A008.

I¢dtis a\:filable through your GE retaile_:

*Custom-sized countertop is required.

Installation in Recess or Closet:

1. This dryer MUST be exhausted outdo(n_.

2. No other tirol burning appliance shall be installed in tile

same closet as the GAS DRYER.

3.Your dryer needs the space around it fin" proper

xentilation. DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYER IN A

CLOSET WITH A SOLID DOOR,

4. Closet do(n_ m ust be louvered or otherwise ventilated

and must contain a minimum of 60 sq. in. (ff open area

equally distributed. If the closet contains both a washer

and a (hTe_; do(n_ must contain a minimum of 120 sq.

in. of open area equally (listrJbumd. Mr openings are

required to be unobstructed when a door is installed.

A hmvered door with equi\_dent air openings fin" tile fifll

length of the door is acceptable.

i i

I !

Closetdoor

(7.6cm)

60sq.in.

(387.1sq.cm)

in.

(7.6clrl)

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation:

FRONT SLOES REAR TOP

Alcove, stack, 3" (7.6cm) 0(0cm) 3" (7.6cm) 0(0cm)

undercounter

or closet

THIS DRYER MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

5. Tile following illustrations show minimum clearance

diillensions t0r pI'oper opei'ation in a recess or closet

installation.

.._ H_,. 0 _

" (Ocm)

_,,,.,..3 _ ,,,,..3

II (76cm) II (7.6clrl)

ii ii

Installation Instructions

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION

1, Dryer MUST be exhausted outside (outdoing, not

beneath the mobile home) using metal ducting that will

not support combustion. Metal ducting must be 4"

(l 0.l 6 cm) in diamemr with no obstructions. Rigid metal

duct is preferred.

2, If the dryer is exhausmd through the flora; the exhaust

svsmm MUST NOT temfinate beneath the mobile

home. Temfination MUST be secm'elv fi_stened to the

mobile home structm'e.

3. When installing a gas (hyer into a mobile home, a

provision illtlSt be made tin" outside make-up air. This

provision is to be not less than twice the area of the (hwer

exhaust outlet.

4. Gas (h've_5 MUST be fi_stened to the floor using Mobile

Home Installation t4dt Pub. No. 14-D346-33.

5, See the Exhaust System Requirements section fin" other

important venting infiwmation.

6. Installation MUST confimn to cmTent Manufi_cmred

Home Construction & Safety Standard (which is a

Federal Regulation Title 24 CFR--Part 32-80) m;

when such standard is not applicable, with/hnerican

National Standard fin" Mobile Homes, ANSI/NFPA No.

501B. In Canada, the CSA Z240 is applicable.

Correct

Incorrect

Don't

Thedryeris designedunderANSIZ21.5.1.

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

267/8" _1

(68.3cm)

Electricalconnection

29/16" _ ,

(6.6cmT_'_

139/16"

(34.5cm)]

1 ©

-f_ 3/16"(0.48cm)Dia.

33/4" gaspipe

(9.5cm)

REAR VIEW

Under

counter

345/8"

(87.9cm)

36"

(g1.5cm)

3/4"

(1.9cm)

Dooropen

90°

471/2"

(120.7cm}

4 3/8"

(11.1cm7""-_!

0pti0na_.,L. '

ventknockout • . '-

__ 253/4" __

(65.4cm)

SIDEVIEW

33/4"

(9.5cm)

SERVICING - Consideration m ust be given to provide

adequate clearances t0r installation and servicing.

Installation Instructions

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION FOR

ELECTRIC DRYERS

ik WARNING: Thef.ll,,wi.g

requirements for proper and sate electrical installation oI

your d_Te_: [_filure to follow these instructions can create

electrical shock and/or a fire hazard.

This appliance MUST be i)roperly grounded.

Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly

grounded. Follow the instructions in this manual tot proper

grounding.

DO NOT use an extension cord with this (h_'e_: Some

extension cords are not designed to withstand the amounts

of electrical ctm'ent this (hTer utilizes and can melt,

creating electrical shock and/or fire ha/m'd. I,ocate the

dryer within reach (ff the wall outlet, ta!dng into account

the length of power cord to be purchased and allowing

sore e slack in the cord. Refer to Electrical Requirements in

this manual for the proper power cord to be purchased.

A LllAisted strain relict must be installed onto power cord.

If the strain relict is not attached, the cord can be pulled

out of the dryer and can be cut by any movement _ff the

cord, resulting in electrical shock.

NOTE: D_'e_s operating on 208-volt power supi)ly will

have longer (h3'ing times than those operating

on 240-volt power supI)ly:

A wiring diagwam is located under the top panel.

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

WARNING: mp,,,pe,.,..ecti,,.,,fthe

eqtfipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk _ff

electric shock. Check Mth a licensed electrician if you are in

doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

The d_3'er MUST be grounded. In the event el a

malflmction or b_eakdown, grounding will reduce the risk

of electrical shock by creating a path of least resistance tot

electrical current.

Grotmding must be in accordance Mth local codes and

ordinances, or in the absence el local codes, in accordance

with the National Electrical Code _NSI/NFPA No. 70.

For a grounded, cord-comaected electric dryer:

If your chyer is equiI)I)ed with a power sui)ply cord having

an equil)ment-grounding conductor and a grounding

plug, the plug MUST be plugged into an ai)propfiate,

coppe_vired receptacle (in the U.S.), or in Canada, an

ai)propfiam outlet that is properly installed and grounded

in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If in

doub_ call a licensed electrician.

For a permmmntly cmmected dectric dryer:

" The dryer MUST be connected to a grounded met;fl,

permanent wiring system; or an equii)ment-grounding

conductor must be rtm with the circuit conductors and

connected to the equil)ment-grounding terminal or lead

on the appliance.

For a grom_ded, cord-commcted gas dryer:

• This chyer is equii)i)ed with a three-prong (grounding)

plug for your protection against shock hazard and should

be phtgged directly inU_ a properly grounded three-prong

receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong

fl'om this l)lug. Do not modit)' the l)lug on this appliance.

If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by

a qualified electrician.

Installation Instructions

3-WIRE SYSTEM FOR

ELECTRIC DRYERS

NOT for use in Canada.

DO NOT use for Mobile Home Installations,

NOT for use on new construction.

1. ReInove the screws securing the temfinal block access

cover and the strain relict mounting bracket located on

the back of the (hwer upper corne_:

2. Install a UiAisted strain relief into the power cord entry

hole ot the I//o/Inting bracket. Finge>tighmn the n/It

only at this time.

Greengroundscrew

Silverterminal

Greenneutral

groundwire

!ut

lighten nut to

Use copper

conductors only. Strainrelief

mountingbracket

3. Thread a UI Aisted 30A, 240V, 3 #10 AWG minim um

copper conductor power cord through the strain relieL

4. Attach the power cord neutral (center wire) conductor

to the silvePcolored center temfinal on the temfinal

block. Tighten the screw secm'el>

5. Attach the remaining two power cord o/iter con(hlctoi's

to the outer brass-colored temfinals on the temfinal

block. Tighten both scrm_:s secm'elv.

WARNING: 1,,, not inake a sharp bend or

crimp wiring/conductor at connections.

6. Reattach the strain relief mortaring bracket to the

back of the dryer with screws provided. Tighten screws

securely.

7. Tighten the screws secming the cord restraint firefly

against the power cord.

8. Tighten the strain relief nut secm'ely so that the strain

relief does not turn.

9. Reinstall the temfinal block access coxe_:

4-WIRE SYSTEM FOR

ELECTRIC DRYERS

Effective Jaamaacy 1, 1996: The National Electrical Code

requires that new construction (non e_sting) utilize a

4-wire connection to an electric (h_e_:

In Cmmda a 4-wire power supply cord is h_stalled on

the dryer,

1. Remove the screws secming the terminal block access

cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on

the back of the (hTer upper corne_:

2, h_stall a LrIAisted strain reliel in the ent_" hole of

the mortaring bracket. Finger-tighten the nut only

at this thne.

Remove the green neutral (*rotmd wire from the green

ground screw located aboxe the temfinal block.

Typical4

conductor11 - I_

receptacle_1

Black240V

4TYcI:ioCnluctorc0rd _ White neutral

_- _ Red240V

_' Greenground

Thread a UIAisted 30A, 240V, 4 #l 0 A_.VGminiumm

copper conductor power cord through the strain relie£

Attach the green power cord grotmd wire to the

cabinet with the green ground screw.

Attach the white (neutral) power cord condtlctor fFOI//

the power cord and the green grotmd wire ti'om the

dryer harness to the silver-colored center mmfinal on

the temfinal block, Tighten the screw secm'elv,

Attach the red and black power cord conductors to the

outer brass-colored temfinals on the temfinal block.

Greenpowercordgroundwire

Greenground _ /

screw "__./_ Silverterminal

d__Tenei,,a, block

Greeveutra'__.t

gr0un0w,re

/,,_"f'-- _"'_gi/'_'Wbite...... Nut

Red/ __/ / lightennutto

__ ,_JI_/_tbese threads

_" HI relief 1 /T_

Powercord/ " " leounting_[A_lJr%_

bracket

WARNING: D,, not inake a sharp bend

or crimp wiring/conductor at the connections.

8. Tighten the screws secm'ing the cord restraint firefly

against the power cord.

9. Tighten the strain relief nut securely so the strain relief

does not [tlI'II.

10. Reinstall the temfinal block access covei:

Installation Instructions

GAS CONNECTION FOR

GAS DRYERS

1. I{emove tile shipping cap flxm_ gas pipe at tile rear ot

tile dryer:

Conversion to LP Gas: DO NOT connect tile (hyer to

I,P gas service without converting tile gas wflve. An I,P

conve_ion kit (Pub. No. 14-A038) MUST be installed

bv a qualified gas technician.

a. Comlect a 1/2" (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid

or approved pipe fl'om gas supply line to

the 3/8" (0,96 cm) pipe located on the back of the

dryeI: Use a l/2" to 3/8" (1.27 cm to 0.96 cm)

reducer fin" a comlection. Apply an approved thread

sealer that is resistant to the corrosive action of

liquefied gases on all pipe comlections,

b, Open the shutoff \:live in the gas supply line,

c. Test all connections by brushing on a soapy water

sohltion.

./k WARNING: NEVERTEST

FOR GAS LEAKS WITH AN

OPEN FLAME.

2, Cmmect tile exhaust duct to outside exhaust system.

Use duct tape to seal all joints.

3. With tile dryer ill its final position, at!just one or inore

ot tile legs until tile dryer is resting solidly on all fimr

legs. Place a level on top of the d_ve_: THE DRYER

MUST BE LEWEL AND RESTING SOLIDLY ON

ALL FOUR LEGS.

4. Plug tile power cord into a gro/mded outlet.

NOTE: Check to ensm'e tile power is off at circuit

breaker/fllse box befin'e plugging tile power cord

into the outlet,

5. Tm'n on tile power at tile circuit breaker/fllse box.

./k CAUTION: Before operating tile dI)'eI;

make sure tile drxer area is clear and fl'ee from

combustible materials, gasoline, and other flanmmble

wq)ot_. _Mso see that nothing (such as boxes,

clothing, etc.) ol>tructs tile flow of combustion and

ventilation ai_:

6. Rtm tile dryer through a cycle check fin" proper

opei'a[ion.

NOTE: On gas drye_, befin'e tile bm'ner will light, it is

necessary fin" the gas line to be bled of ai_: If the bm'ner

does not light within 45 seconds the fi_t time the dryer is

turned on, tile satety switch will shut tile burner off. If this

happens, tm'n tile timer to Ol_" and wait 5 minutes befl)re

making another attempt to light.

7. If u)ur dryer does not operate, please review the

Troubleshooting lips section in this manual befi)re

calling fin" service.

8. Place these instructions in a location near the dryer fin.

fimn'e reterence.

Stacking Instructions

WARNING:

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this

appliance ti'om the power supply befin'e attempting

any user maintenance. Turning tile controls to tile

OFF position does not disconnect this appliance

ti'om tile power sui_ply.

• Refer to tile washer and (h-vet installation instructions

prior to stacking appliances. Reading all of the

infimnation contained in these instructions will simpli{}'

tile installation and ensure a correct and sate operation.

A fire hazard and/or personal iqim T could result fl'oln

improper installation.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR STACKING

THE DRYER

• Phillips head screwdriver

• Cham_el-lock a(!iustable plie_

MOUNTING THE DRYER TO

THE WASHER

The numbers in the illustration correspond to steps.

1. Remove the washer top panel by first removing the 4

scre_vs in tile 2 brackets located on tile top rear oI tile

washeI:

Slide tile top fin'ward, lift tile fl'ont (ff tile top up and

remove the top panel.

Remove the 2 brackets ti'om the rear of the top panel.

2. Using the 4 screws that were removed in step 1, install

tile brackets in tile rear support as shown.

3, Remove the 4 scre_vs and the 2 long fl'ont brackets

located on the top fl'ont oI the washe_;

4. Install the 2 new fl'ont mounting brackets provided and

tile 4 scrmvs that were removed in step 3. Note that tile

tab of tile ti'ont mounting bracket is ti_cing fin'ward as

shown in tile illustration.

Stacking Instructions-Reversing Door Swing

Thenumbers in the illustration correspond to steps.

5. Using the blade end ofa putb' knite co',ered with

masking tape, carefllll) remoxe.... the hole I_lugs, located

in the 1)otmm of the (h-vet fl'ont panel.

Remoxe the 4 legs from the dr}er base.

Place the dryer on top of the washe_: Slide the dr}er

back into the rear brackets (7A) then drop the fl'ont

down oxer the ti'ont brackets (7B).

8. Insert the 2 long screws provided in the kit through

the holes in the dryer ti'ont panel and install into the

fl'ont mounting brackets.

9. Install the hole i)lugs removed in step 5.

10. Refer to the washer and dryer installation instructions

fin" proper installation and fimction.

11. Save the top panel and brackets in the case offlmu'e

side-by-side rise.

REVERSING THE DRYER

DOOR SWING

1. Open the d_'er doo_: Remove the 4 hinge hole phlgs or

screws fl'om the left side of door opening. Place nearby

fl)r fllture installation. NOTE: Youmay need a plastic knife

to help pull out the plugs. Be careful not to scratch the paint.

2. Remove the fimr screws that secure the door hinges to

the dryer fl'ont panel. NOTE: Remove l screw from each

of the 2 hinges first. Hold the doorfirmly before removing the

last 2screws.

3. Rotate the door 180 ° and reinstall the door hinges to the

(h?'er tixmt panel with the 4 screws.

4. Install the 4 hinge hole i)lugs or scre_:s that were

removed in stop 1 into the open screw holes on the right

side of the door opening.

Remove4screws onefrom

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