GE DSKS433EBWW Installation Instructions Manual

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PAGE 4EXHAUST LENGTH CALCULATIONWHEN INSTALLED IN MANUFACTURED(MOBILE) HOMES -USE OF CASTERS(120V PORTABLE MODELS ONLY)NOTE TO INSTALLER -...AFTER INSTALLATIONCHECK THE FOLLOWINGALCOVE OR CLOSETINSTALLATIONParts are available from your local service organization:If your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet, it will be stat-ed on a label on the dryer back. The installation must conform to the follow-ing specifications;WARNING: TO PREVENT LARGE AMOUNTS OF LINT ANDMOISTURE FROM ACCUMULATING AND TO MAINTAIN DRYEREFFICIENCY, THIS MACHINE MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.Minimum clearances between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or othersurfaces are:NOTE: The clearances stated above are minimums. Considerationmust be given to the type accessory kit used with dryer. Refer tothe specific kit instruction for details.SidesTopFrontRearAlcove Closet0”1”-3”1”1”3“3”Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and must containat least 60 square inches of area equally distributed. If this closet containsboth a washer and a dryer, doors must contain at least 120 squareinches of open area equally distributed.EXHAUST DUCT - must meet specs on Page 3. No excessive turns.No kinks or obstructions to air flow.EXHAUST HOOD - should work freely and open downward.GROUNDING - Dryer must be properly grounded to conform to localcodes and ordinance requirements.OPERATION - turn dryer on and check for heat.HAND CUSTOMER THE USE AND CARE BOOK - Give instructionson operating the dryer - answer any questions.GIVE THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS to the customer.Dryer must be exhausted to the outside. Exhaust MUST NOT be terminatedbeneath mobile home. Exhaust material MUST NOT support combustion.Installation MUST conform to Manufactured Home Construction & SafetyStandard, Title 24 CFR, Part 32-80 or when such standard is not applicable, theAmerican National Standard of Mobile Homes, ANSI/NFRA No. 501B-1977.For electrical connection, see “Connecting dryer using 4 wire connection”.For a portable installation screw casters into the holes on the bottom of the dryer. Refer to the “Installation Instructions forcaster assembly” sheet to install casters.WX8X63 4”X1’ DuctWX8X64 4”X2’ DuctWX8X51 ElbowWX8X59 Aluminum hoodRIGID (Preferred)FLEXIBLE4" DIA.4"4" DIA.2-1/2"RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTHExhaust Hood TypesRecommendedNo. of 90ºElbows RigidMetal RigidMetal14 m (46 ft)11 m (38 ft)9 m (31 ft)7 m (24 ft)012311 m (37 ft)9 m (30 ft)6.5 m (22 ft)4.5 m (15 ft)Use only for shortrun installationsCONNECTING THE DRYERTO HOUSE VENTRigid metal transitions ducts reduce the risk of crush-ing and kinking.•Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings, floorsor other enclosed spaces.•• For best drying performance, a rigid metal transitionduct is recommended.Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.•In Canada and the United States, only the flexiblemetal(foil-type) ducts that comply with the “Outline forClothes Dryer Transition Duct Subject 2158A” shall beused.•For many applications, installing elbows at both thedryer and the wall is highly recommended (see illustra-tions below). Elbows allow the dryer to sit close to thewall without kinking and or crushing the transitionduct, maximizing drying performance.•Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8feet (2.4m).•RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT• If rigid metal duct cannot be used, then UL-listedflexible metal (semi-rigid) ducting can be used (KitWX08X10077).UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT• In special installations, it may be necessary to connectthe dryer to the house vent using a flexible metal (foil-type) duct. A UL-listed flexible metal (foil-type)ductmay be used ONLY in installations where rigid metal orflexible metal (semi-rigid) ducting cannot be used ANDwhere a 4" diameter can be maintained throughout theentire length of the transition duct.Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings, floorsor other enclosed spaces.•Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8feet (2.4m).•Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.•For best drying performance:•1. Slide one end of the duct over the clothes dryer outlet pipe.2. Secure the duct with a clamp.3. With the dryer in its permanent position, extend theduct to its full length. Allow 2” of duct to overlap theexhaust pipe. Cut off and remove excess duct. Keepthe duct as straight as possible for maximum airflow.4. Secure the duct to the exhaust pipe with the other clamp.UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL-TYPE) TRANSITION DUCTTotal length of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 8 ft (2.4 m).The following kit is available from you local service organization:Kit WX08X10077 - 4” dia. flexible metal (semi-rigid) UL-listedtransition duct (includes 2 elbows).322B3166P001 pub # 31-16233

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