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CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.) 

(Skip for gas dryers and if your dryer already has a power cord attached)

Installation Instructions

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 

INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

- Fire Hazard

WARNING

Use a new UL-listed 240V 30 amp dryer power supply 

cord with closed ring terminals or spade terminals with 

upturned ends.
Use a UL-listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical 

connections. 
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center 

terminal.
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to 

green ground connector. 
Connect remaining two supply wires to remaining two 

terminals.
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Replace the terminal block cover.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical 

shock.

For electrical connections using a 

power cord:

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 

INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS
For direct wire connections:

- Fire Hazard

WARNING

Use 10 gauge copper wire.
Use a UL-listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical 

connections. 
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center 

terminal.
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to 

green ground connector. 
Connect remaining two supply wires to remaining two 

terminals.
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Replace the terminal block cover.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical 

shock.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:

 This dryer 

must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction 

or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk 

of electric shock by providing a path of least 

resistance for electric current. This dryer uses a 

cord having an equipment-grounding conductor 

and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged 

into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed 

and grounded in accordance with all local codes 

and ordinances.

WARNING

Improper connection of the 

equipment-grounding conductor 

can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a 

qualified electrician, or service representative or 

personnel, if you are in doubt as to whether the 

appliance is properly grounded. 

DO NOT

 modify 

the plug on the power supply cord. If it will not fit the 

outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified 

electrician. 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For a permanently connected dryer:

 This 

dryer must be connected to a grounded metal, 

permanent wiring system, or an equipment-

grounding conductor must be run with the circuit 

conductors and connected to the equipment-

grounding terminal on the appliance.

WARNING

Improper connection of the 

equipment-grounding conductor 

can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a 

qualified electrician, or service representative or 

personnel, if you are in doubt as to whether the 

appliance is properly grounded.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Page 1: ... Appliances at 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 or visit our Web site at GEAppliances com Fire Hazard WARNING Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and local codes DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials If flexible metal semi rigid or foil type duct is installed it must be UL listed a...

Page 2: ...cessory WE25X20060 Complete Kit hoses Y adapter washers included OR WE1M847 Long Hose and WE01X22395 Short Hose PM14X10056 Dryer door opening vent brush not included WX14X10007 LintEater Dryer rotary tube brush not included 2 ROUGH IN DIMENSIONS 4 5 8 11 7 cm or 6 1 2 16 5 cm with Riser Y X 27 68 8 cm X 4 1 4 10 8 cm Side View Front View Cubic Foot X Y 6 2 43 3 8 110 cm 26 3 4 68 cm 7 2 43 3 8 110...

Page 3: ...for electrical connection information REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION Explosion Hazard WARNING Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from dryer Place dryer at least 18 46 cm above the floor for a garage installation Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors See the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section Minimum clearanc...

Page 4: ...e the rubber flat washer is in place and attach the dryer s long inlet hose to one male end of the Y connector Tighten by hand until firmly seated 6 Ensure the rubber flat washer is in place and attach the other end of the dryer s long inlet hose to the fill valve connector at the bottom of the dryer back panel Tighten by hand until firmly seated 4 Installation Instructions CONNECTING INLET HOSES ...

Page 5: ...FF position Disconnect and discard old flexible gas connector and ducting material Shut off Valve MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED 10 Adjustable wrenches 2 8 Pipe wrench Flat blade screwdriver Level Slip joint pliers 4 dia metal elbow Pipe compound or PTFE tape Flexible gas line connector Duct clamps 2 or Spring clamps 2 Safety glasses 4 dia metal duct recommended 4 Cover Plate Kit WE49X22606 4 dia UL list...

Page 6: ...d ordinances or in their absence the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI Z223 Explosion Hazard WARNING Use a new CSA International approved flexible gas supply line Never reuse old flexible connectors Install an individual manual shut off valve within 6ft of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Securely tighten all gas connections If connected to LP gas have a qualif...

Page 7: ... SUPPLY cont Open the gas shut off valve F Apply pipe compound or PTFE tape to all male threads Shut Off Valve Plugged Tapping CONNECTING THE DRYER TO THE GAS SUPPLY Install a female 3 8 NPT elbow at the end of the dryer gas inlet Install a 3 8 flare union adapter to the female elbow IMPORTANT Use a pipe wrench to securely hold on to the end of the dryer gas inlet to prevent twisting the inlet NOT...

Page 8: ... receptacle Ensure proper ground exists before use GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This dryer must be grounded In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This dryer uses a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is p...

Page 9: ...OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK 9 MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED 4 dia metal elbow 3 4 Strain relief UL recognized 4 Duct clamps 2 or 4 spring clamps 2 Safety glasses 4 dia metal duct recommended 4 Cover plate Kit WE49X22606 Gloves Exhaust hood Duct tape TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Slip joint pliers Flat blade screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Level 4 dia UL listed flexible metal duct if needed Dryer power cord kit not pr...

Page 10: ...Failure to do so can result in death fire or electrical shock GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded cord connected dryer This dryer must be grounded In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This dryer uses a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must ...

Page 11: ... at the electrical box 2 Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall receptacle 3 Remove the power cord cover located at the lower back 4 Remove and discard ground strap Keep the green ground screw for Step 7 5 Install 3 4 in UL recognized strain relief to power cord entry hole Bring power cord through strain relief 6 Connect power cord as follows A Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screw...

Page 12: ...hat comply with UL 2158A STANDARD FOR CLOTHES DRYER TRANSITION DUCT shall be used 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 the duct to its full length Allow 2 of duct to overlap the exhaust pipe Cut off and remove excess duct Kee...

Page 13: ...will be treated like one 90 elbow For every additional 90 elbow reduce the allowable vent system length by 10 feet When calculating the total vent system length you must add all the straight portions and elbows of the system including the transition duct EXHAUST LENGTH 13 4 DIA 4 4 DIA 4 DIA 2 1 2 RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH Exhaust Hood Types Recommended No of 90 Elbows Rigid Metal Rigid Metal 120...

Page 14: ...ance to the exhaust airflow and should require little or no maintenance to prevent clogging Wall caps must be installed at least 12 above ground level or any other obstruction with the opening pointed down SEPARATION OF TURNS For best performance separate all turns by at least 4 ft of straight duct including distance between last turn and dampened wall cap SEALING OF JOINTS All joints should be ti...

Page 15: ...tab on the appliance base ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO SIDE OF CABINET TAB LOCATION Fire Hazard WARNING Disconnect dryer from electrical supply Wear gloves and arm guards Close the back opening with cover plate Kit WE49X22606 Failure to do so may result in fire electrical shock or lacerations Through the rear opening locate the tab in the middle of the appliance base Lift the tab to about ...

Page 16: ...HROUGH BOTTOM OF CABINET Insert the elbow through the rear opening and connect it to the dryer internal duct Apply duct tape as shown on the joint between the dryer internal duct and the elbow and also the joint between the elbow and the bottom duct Internal duct joints must be secured with tape otherwise they may separate and cause a safety hazard Duct tape FINAL SETUP LEVEL THE DRYER Stand the d...

Page 17: ...crewdriver Tape tipped putty knife Small flat blade screwdriver Before you start Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet Choose the REVERSING THE DOOR instructions A or B for your model A REVERSING THE DOOR SOLID DOOR MODELS 1 Open the door approximately 130 degrees With a putty knife remove the 4 plastic caps located along the left side of the front panel and set them aside 2 Remove the botto...

Page 18: ...wer left side screw holes and firmly tighten all 4 screws 6 Install the 4 plastic caps removed in step 1 into the 4 right side front panel holes NOTE To return the door to the original setup follow these instructions swapping left and right When you finish Plug the dryer back into its electrical outlet Door Hang door and tighten screws Plastic Cap 4 Right side of front panel REVERSING THE DOOR con...

Page 19: ...holes 2 on the left and 2 on the right 3 Loosen each top hinge screw on right side Remove the door and place it on a protective flat surface to avoid any damage Plastic Cap 4 Left side of front panel Loosen each top hinge screw on right side B REVERSING THE DOOR GLASS PANEL DOOR MODELS cont 4 Remove both the blind plate and the strike plate and install them in the opposite positions 5 Remove the 4...

Page 20: ...er back into its electrical outlet Door Hang door and tighten screws B REVERSING THE DOOR GLASS PANEL DOOR MODELS cont 6 Remove and swap the 2 plastic caps and the 2 hinges 7 Rotate the outer door 180 degrees mount the inner door back into the outer door frame and secure with the screws removed in step 5 Make sure you mount the hinges on the side opposite the pocket Install hinges from oposite sid...

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