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INSTALLATION

1. GAS CONNECTION 

(Gas dryers only)

a. Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear of

the dryer.

NOTE: DO NOT

 connect the dryer to L.P. gas service without

converting the gas valve. An L.P. conversion kit (P/N
131776600) must be installed by a qualified gas
technician.

b. Connect a 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid or approved

pipe from gas supply line to the 3/8 inch (0.96 cm) pipe
located on the back of the dryer. Use a 1/2 inch to 3/8
inch (1.27 cm to 0.96 cm) reducer for a connection.
Apply an approved thread sealer that is resistant to the
corrosive action of liquefied gases on all pipe connections.

c. Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line.

d. Test all connections by brushing on a soapy water solution.

NEVER TEST FOR GAS LEAKS WITH AN OPEN FLAME.

2. Connect the exhaust duct to outside exhaust system. Use

duct tape to seal all joints.

3. With the dryer in its final position, adjust one or more of the

legs until the dryer is resting solid on all four legs. Place a
level on top of the dryer.

 THE DRYER MUST BE LEVEL

AND RESTING SOLID ON ALL FOUR LEGS.

4. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet. NOTE: Check

to ensure the power is off at circuit breaker/fuse box before
plugging the power cord into the outlet.

5. Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/fuse box.

 Before operating the dryer, make sure the dryer

area is clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline,
and other flammable vapors. Also see that nothing (such as
boxes, clothing, etc.) obstructs the flow of combustion and
ventilation air.

6. Run the dryer through a cycle check for proper operation.

NOTE:

 On gas dryers, before the burner will light, it is

necessary for the gas line to be bled of air. If the burner
does not light within 45 seconds the first time the dryer is
turned on, the safety switch will shut the burner off. If this
happens, turn the timer to "OFF" and wait 5 minutes before
making another attempt to light.

7. Place these instructions in a location near the dryer for future

reference.

NOTE:

A wiring diagram is located inside the dryer.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

If replacement parts are needed for your dryer, contact the
source where you purchased your dryer, or call 1-800-GE CARES
for the GE Authorized Parts Distributor nearest you.

 Label all wires prior to disconnection when

servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and
dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.

 Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the

dryer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become
airtight chambers causing suffocation. Place all materials in a
garbage container or make materials inaccessible to children.

 The instructions in this manual and all other

literature included with this dryer are not meant to cover every
possible condition and situation that may occur. Good safe
practice and caution 

MUST

 be applied when installing, operating

and maintaining any appliance.

Lint Blade Retaining Pin Location and Orientation

Install the pins after the lint blade is installed.

Questions about your  product? Contact us at

www.GEAppliances.com

Summary of Contents for DCCH43GAWW

Page 1: ...l Requirements 2 Exhaust System Requirements 2 3 Gas Supply Requirements 3 Location of Your Dryer 4 Rough In Dimensions 5 Unpacking 5 Reversing Door Swing 5 Electrical Installation 6 Grounding Requirements 6 Electrical Connections 3 wire 7 Electrical Connections 4 wire 7 Installation 8 Replacement Parts 8 Lint Blade Retaining Pin Location 8 Printed in U S A P N 134206400 0212 Installation Instruct...

Page 2: ...ealed space of a building which can accumulate lint resulting in a fire hazard Exceeding the length of duct pipe or number of elbows allowed in the MAXIMUM LENGTH charts can cause an accumulation of lint in the exhaust system Plugging the system could create a fire hazard as well as increase drying times Do not screen the exhaust ends of the vent system nor use any screws or rivets to assemble the...

Page 3: ...st be used to determine if the exhaust system is acceptable 1 Connect an inclined or digital manometer between the dryer and the point the exhaust connects to the dryer 2 Set the dryer timer and temperature to air fluff cool down and start the dryer 3 Read the measurement on the manometer 4 The system back pressure MUST NOT be higher than 0 75 inches of water column If the system back pressure is ...

Page 4: ...SET WITH A SOLID DOOR CLOSET DOOR 1 2 54 cm 0 0 cm 4 A minimum of 120 square inches 774 2 square cm of opening equally divided at the top and bottom of the door is required Air openings are required to be unobstructed when a door is installed A louvered door with equivalent air openings for the full length of the door is acceptable MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES Inches FRONT SIDES REAR TOP Alcove...

Page 5: ...crews 3 Rotate the door 180 and reinstall the door hinges to the dryer front panel with the four screws 4 Install the four hinge hole plugs in the open screw holes on the right side of the door opening UNPACKING 1 Using the four shipping carton corner posts two on each side carefully lay the dryer on its left side and remove foam shipping base To prevent damage do not use the control panel or coin...

Page 6: ...pper and aluminum and can cause electrical shorts The proper wiring and receptacle is a copper wired power cord with a copper wired receptacle NOTE Dryers operating on 208 volt power supply will have longer drying times than operating on 240 volt power supply For a permanently connected dryer 1 The dryer MUST be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding con du...

Page 7: ...NECTIONS FOR 3 WIRE SYSTEM ELECTRIC Dryer 1 Remove the screws securing the terminal block access cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of the dryer upper corner 2 Install a U L listed strain relief into the power cord entry hole of the mounting bracket Finger tighten the nut only at this time 3 Thread a U L listed 30 amp power cord NEMA 10 30 Type SRDT through the strain...

Page 8: ...es clothing etc obstructs the flow of combustion and ventilation air 6 Run the dryer through a cycle check for proper operation NOTE On gas dryers before the burner will light it is necessary for the gas line to be bled of air If the burner does not light within 45 seconds the first time the dryer is turned on the safety switch will shut the burner off If this happens turn the timer to OFF and wai...

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