GE GFDN120ED0WW Installation Instructions Manual

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InstallationInstructionsElectric Dryer10Questions on Installation? Call: 1-800-GECARES (US)or Visit our Web site at: www.GEAppliances.com (US)BEFORE YOU BEGINRead these instructions completely andcarefully.eIMPORTANT- Save these instructionsfor local inspector’s use.eIMPORTANT- Observe all governingcodes and ordinances.¢ Note to Installer - Be sure to leave theseinstructions with the customer.¢ Note to Customer - Keep these instructionswith your Use and Care Book for futurereference.¢ Before the old dryer is removed from serviceor discarded, remove the dryer door.¢ Service information and the wiring diagramare located in the control console.¢ Do not allow children on or in the appliance.Close supervision of children isnecessary when the appliance is usednear children.e Install the dryer where the temperatureis above 50°F for satisfactory operation ofthe dryer control system.AWARNING aisk oF FIRE¢ To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installationinstructions.¢ Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.¢ Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and inaccordance with local codes.¢ This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.e Use only rigid metal 4” diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and useonly UL approved transition ducting between the dryer and the home duct.¢ DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting materials. Ifflexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is installed, it must be UL listedand installed in accordance with the instructions found in “ConnectingThe Dryer To House Vent” on pages 4-5 of this manual. Flexible ventingmaterials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. Theseconditions will obstruct dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.¢ Do not install or store this appliance in any location where it could beexposed to water and or weather.* Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave these instructionswith the customer).NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer requires basicmechanical and electrical skills. It is your responsibility tocontact a qualified installer to make the electrical connections.WILL NEED a CGee= 4 DIA, METAL DUCT } CBAa (RECOMMENDED) vouSLIP JOINT PLIERS . 4 DIAME TAL\ \ CLAMPS (2) ELBOW EXHAUST SAFETY DRYER POWERHOOD GLASSES CORD KIT4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL IsEMI RIGID) A NOT PROWIDED. - &" SPRINGFLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT ciavesia WITH DRYER}(IF NEEDED} . UL RATEDKIT W808X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS) S d te 120/240V,30AK ° WITH 3 OR 4 PRONGS.PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER 0. on 3/4 STRAIN IDENTIFYTHE PLUGen DUCTTAPE GLOVES ve HOUSE RECEPTACLE4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL(FOIL TYPE} UL RECOGNIZED BEFORE PURCHASINGULUSTED TRANSITION DUCT Qi (IF NEEDED) LINE CORD.LEVEL 4” COVER PLATE {IF NEEDED{KIT WEIM454)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 (seesection 1) and meets attached installation specifications (seesection 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).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 anc the installation instructions ina 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 9.31-16629-1 03-11 GE254D1052P003