GE Appliances GFDN120, Owner'S Manual

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Stacking.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
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IMPORTANT: Save these instructions for local
electrical inspector’s use.
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IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
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Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
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Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions
for future reference.
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Installation must be performed by a qualified
installer.
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Proper installation is the responsibility
of the installer.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WARNING!
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Electric Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before
installing. Failure to do so could result in serious
injury or death.
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Potential Personal Injury. When stacking the
dryer, more than two people are recommended
to lift the dryer into position because of its
weight and size. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or death.
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When stacking the dryer, avoid tipping and
rupture of utility services. Dryer must be securely
attached to the washer. DO NOT place the
washer on top of the dryer. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury/death or property
damage.
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Mobile Home or Manufactured Home Installation
– Stacking of a gas dryer is not permitted in a
mobile home or manufactured home.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET
INSTALLATION
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces
and for air opening are: 0
s
both sides and 3
s
rear.
Consideration must be given to provide adequate
clearance for installation and service.
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
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The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. Refer
to dryer Installation Instructions for details.
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Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and
adjacent walls or other surfaces is:
0
s
either side
3
s
front
3
s
rear
1
s
top
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Consideration must be given to provide adequate
clearance for installation and service.
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Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches of
open area. If the closet contains both a washer
and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of
120 square inches of open area.
NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED IN
THE REAR OF THE DRYER, THE CONFIGURATION OF
THE DUCTING MAY REQUIRE GREATER THAN 3” OF
REAR CLEARANCE.