GE Spacemaker WSM2780 Installation Instructions Manual Download Page 1

WARNING –

POTENTIAL FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD

• Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4

diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside.

Use of plastic or other combustible ductwork can cause a fire. Foil or other easily punctured ductwork can cause a fire 
if it collapses or becomes restricted in use or during installation.

• This appliance must be properly grounded and installed as described in these instructions.

Installation instructions

Spacemaker

for your new

Laundry

WSM2780 Gas

Before you begin – Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT – OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES.
Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.
Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions with your Owner’s Manual for future reference.

TOOLS NEEDED

• Slip joint pliers
• Phillips-head and flat-blade screwdrivers
• Ratchet with 3/8

socket

• Carpenter’s level
• Adjustable wrenches
• Pipe thread sealer

49-90331

09-07 JR

134923400    (0907)

Printed in the United States

IMPORTANT

• Exhausting the dryer to the outside is required to

prevent large amounts of moisture, lint and other
products of combustion from being blown into the
room.

• Service information and a wiring diagram are located

in the dryer access panel.

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

73

1

2

54

5

16

3

3

4

27

Drain outlet
(rear)

Water 
inlets (rear)

Vent

Gas supply
pipe (rear)

9

3

8

5

1

4

29

7

16

41

1

4

43

25

1

4

16

1

4

2

1

2

47

1

7

8

4

13

16

11

7

16

36

1

16

30

13

16

51°

CONTENTS

Installation Procedure  . . . . . . . .page 2
Plumbing Information  . . . . . . . .page 5
Electrical Information . . . . . . . . .page 5
Gas Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 6
Exhaust Information . . . . . . . . . .page 6
Mobile Home Installation  . . . . .page 7
Alcove or 
Closet Installation  . . . . . . . . . . . .page 7
Door Ventilation Opening  . . . . .page 8
Miscellaneous 
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 8

Summary of Contents for Spacemaker WSM2780

Page 1: ... Manual for future reference TOOLS NEEDED Slip joint pliers Phillips head and flat blade screwdrivers Ratchet with 3 8 socket Carpenter s level Adjustable wrenches Pipe thread sealer 49 90331 09 07 JR 134923400 0907 Printed in the United States IMPORTANT Exhausting the dryer to the outside is required to prevent large amounts of moisture lint and other products of combustion from being blown into ...

Page 2: ...e enough space at the rear for installing the water inlet hose Untape and open washer lid Remove a foam tub blocking pad b foam shipping blocks from rear of unit c tape from dryer door d foam dryer support pads e inlet hoses f From the back of the washer remove the wire shipping clips securing the drain hose Plastic clamps secure the drain hose to the right side of the washer backsheet These clamp...

Page 3: ... formed end of drain hose in drain facility and secure with cable tie provided in literature package NOTE Drain hose MUST be secured to drain facility in all cases 13B 13A 13 MOVING SPACEMAKER TO OPERATING LOCATION Remove the 2 screws securing the access panel to the dryer cabinet Lift the front access panel until the tabs can be disengaged from the dryer cabinet and remove the panel Route the inl...

Page 4: ...exist 15 CHECKING APPLIANCE OPERATION Make sure all packing and shipping materials are removed including the washer shipping bolt and plastic spacer block Make sure the drain hose is properly routed not coiled or kinked Make sure water inlet hoses are connected HOT to HOT and tightened securely without kinks Turn on water faucets and check for leaks Tape all joints to make sure exhaust ductwork is...

Page 5: ...ANDPIPE DIAMETER The standpipe diameter must be 1 minimum There MUST be an air gap around the drain hose in the standpipe A snug fit can cause a siphoning action SIPHON BREAK KIT For a drain facility less than 33 high the hose coupling and clamps provided in the machine must be used and in addition a siphon break MUST be installed on the back of the machine Use Siphon Break Kit WH49X228 and FOLLOW...

Page 6: ...CTION INFORMATION CAUTION Do not attempt to alter gas orifice or adjust burner air shutter Natural gas input may vary in some areas from 700 to 1200 B T U per cubic foot If the gas orifice or burner air shutter is incorrectly adjusted serious personal injury and or fire hazard can occur Your local gas company will know the qualities of the gas in your area Contact your local servicing dealer if bu...

Page 7: ...WX8X59 4 Aluminum Hood MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION Installation must conform to Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 32 80 The dryer must be exhausted to the outside with the termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure The exhaust MUST NOT be terminated beneath the mobile home The exhaust duct material MUST NOT support combustion CONSIDERATION MUST BE GI...

Page 8: ...e gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occupants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach yo...

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