GE Spacemaker DSKS433 Installation Instructions Manual

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- Risk of Fire• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow allinstallation instructions.• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualifiedinstaller.• Install the clothes dryer according to these instructionsand in accordance with local codes. In the absence oflocal codes, installation must comply with the NATIONALELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.• Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for exhausting the clothesdryer to the outdoors.• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ductingmaterials. If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct isinstalled, it must be UL listed and installed in accordance withthe instructions found in “Connecting The Dryer To House Vent”on page 4 of this manual. Flexible venting materials are knownto collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditionswill obstruct dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.• Do not install or store this appliance in any location whereit could be exposed to water and or weather.• Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave theseinstructions with the customer).DETERMINE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR DRYER MODEL• This dryer must be connected to an individual branch circuit of proper voltage and frequency as specified on Rating Plate (locatedinside dryer door) with no other appliances or fixtures attached.• Branch circuit must be protected by the required time-delay fuses or circuit breakers 208V or 240V installation - 30 Amps 120Vinstallation 15 or 20 Amps.• The electrical installation must conform to the national and local codes.• A 120V dedicated receptacle is located on the back of the dryer and is available only for use with washers GFW148 & GNW128.It may not be used for any other appliance or any conditions other than stated above (208V & 240V models only), receptacle circuitis protected by a 15 Amp fuse located on a fuse holder inside the unit.208V AND 240V MODELS ARE NOT APPROVED FOR 120V INSTALLATION.Installation Instructions (USA only)MODELS DSKS433 & DSKS333 MUST BE INSTALLED WITH CONTROL PANEL AT BOTTOM TO OPERATE ADEQUATELY.UNPACKING AND PREPARING FOR INSTALLATIONo Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of new dryer.oCheck and ensure the existing external exhaust is clean andmeets attached installation specifications.oRemove the literature and accessories bag from thedryer drum. Place the literature in a convenient place.oUsing foam pads from dryer carton, turn dryer upsidedown as shown.o Install knobs. For location, refer to the Owner’s Manual.oDryer is now ready to be mounted above washer usingaccessory kit.o Remove the foam shipping pads from under dryer.o Move the dryer to the desired location.oFollow the steps in the following pages to connect the dryer tothe external exhaust and power supply.BEFORE YOU BEGINRead these instructions completely and carefully.• IMPORTANT- Save these instructions for localinspector’s use.• IMPORTANT- Observe all governing codesand ordinances.• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave theseinstructions with the customer.• Note to Customer - Keep these instructions withyour Owner’s Manual for future reference.• Before the old dryer is removed from service ordiscarded, remove the dryer door.• Service information and the wiring diagram arelocated in the control console.• Risk of suffocation and injury from entrapment: Do not allowchildren on or in the appliance. Close supervision of childrenis necessary when the appliance is used near children.• Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°Ffor satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.• Product failure due to improper installation is notcovered under the Warranty.• Dryers installed in garages (if allowed by local codes)must be elevated 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor.TOOLS YOU WILL NEED31-3000326 Rev 2 04-24Questions? Call: 800.GE.CARES (US) or visit our web site at: www.GEAppliances.com (US)Printed in MexicoWARNING■■ Slip Joint Pliers ■■ Flat Blade and Phillips ScrewdriversSTACKING KITS FOR DRYERS(Comes with individual Installation Instructions)oOver washer- Use Wall Mount Kit WMK-35 or- Stack Rack DSDR24 or- Stack Rack DSR-24 or- Stack Bracket Kit GFA24MIDV(Residential use only) or- Stack and Feet Bracket KitGFARVKITV (Recreational Vehicle/Mobile Home use only)o For alcove and closet depth andwidth requirements see specific kitinstructionsOrder on-line at GEApplianceparts.comor by phone at 877.959.8688.MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED■■ 4” dia. metalelbow■■ 4” Duct clamps(2) or 4” springclamps (2)■■ Safety glasses■■ Gloves■■ Exhaust hood■■ 4” dia. flexible metal (semi-rigid)UL-Listed transition duct (if needed) KitWX08X10077 (includes 2 elbows)■■ 4” dia. metal duct (recommended) ■■ 3/4” Strain relief(UL recognized)■■ UL listed aluminumfoil tape■■ 4” dia. flexible metal (foil type)UL-Listed transition duct (if needed)■■ Appliance power cord kit (not providedwith appliance)UL rated 120/240V, 30A with3 or 4 prongs. Identify theplug type as per the housereceptacle before purchasing line cord.

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