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DANGER

CAUTION

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In the state of Massachusetts:

     
 

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Summary of Contents for GHDS830ED0WS

Page 1: ...r serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury DANGER CAUTION WARNING In the state of Massachusetts Installation must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor plumber or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the state NOTE Installation and service of this dryer requires basic mechanical and HOHFWULFDO VNLOOV W LV RXU UHVSRQVLEL...

Page 2: ...R MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED GLOVES SAFETY GLASSES 4 DUCT CLAMPS 2 OR 4 SPRING CLAMPS 2 EXHAUST HOOD 4 DIA METAL ELBOW 4 DIA FLEXIBLE METAL SEMI RIGID UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT IF NEEDED KIT WX08X10077 INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS 4 DIA METAL DUCT RECOMMENDED 4 DIA FLEXIBLE METAL FOIL TYPE UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT IF NEEDED UL APPROVED FOIL TAPE SOAP SOLUTION FOR LEAK DETECTION PIPE COMPOUND FLEXIBLE GAS LINE ...

Page 3: ...ODES AND ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS F The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at a test pressure in excess of 0 5 PSI 3 4 KPa F The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing the equipment shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping of test pressure equal to or less than 0 5 PSI 3 4 KPa...

Page 4: ...st not be connected directly to pipe threads APPLY PIPE COMPOUND TO THE ADAPTER AND DRYER GAS INLET Tighten the flexible gas line using two adjustable wrenches APPLY PIPE COMPOUND TO ALL MALE THREADS Tighten all connections using two adjustable wrenches Do not overtorque gas connections Check all connections for leaks with soapy solution or equivalent Apply soap solution Leak test solution must no...

Page 5: ...ANCE 6 201 1 6 2 4 1 0 1 0 0 4 1 1 1 1 1 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS This appliance must be supplied with 120V 60Hz and connected to a properly grounded branch circuit pro tected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse If electrical supply provided does not meet the electrician install an approved outlet THIS DRYER IS EQUIPPED WITH A THREE PRONG GROUNDING PLUG FOR YOUR PROTECTION AGAINST ...

Page 6: ...condensation and lint build up HOOD OR WALL CAP Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or entry of birds or other wildlife Termination should present minimal resistance to the exhaust airflowandshouldrequirelittleornomaintenacetopreventclogging Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct This could cause lint build up Wall caps must be installed at least 12 in above ground level or an...

Page 7: ... 6 56 21 4 74 62 2 29 6 5 15647 6 215 1 4 57 6 1 6 24 4 CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT 24 56 4 1 3 4 240 1 4 0 6 64 15 6 21 7 6 5 4 200 1 0 6 64 15 6 21 7 65 4 7 6 4 5 2 475 1 1 1 1 UL LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL SEMI RIGID TRANSITION DUCT 0 6 5 0 4 7 6 1 1 75 6 26 4 1 25 53 5 6 0 P P T T 24 564 6 1 156 6 21 211 6 6 4 4 756 62 6 6 41 756 22 75 1 7 6 6 3 24 03 NOTE WE STRO...

Page 8: ...lexible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet 2 4m Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects 4 LEVELING LEGS LEVELING AND STABILIZING YOUR DRYER the 4 leveling legs at the corners to ensure that the dryer is level from side to side and front to rear 9 ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION If your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet it will be stated on a label on the dryer back The dryer...

Page 9: ...himney Do not use sheet metal screws or other fastening devices which extend into the interior of the exhaust vent Provide an opening with a free area of at least 25 sq in for introduction of outside air into the dryer room 11 TAB LOCATION ADDING NEW DUCT Detach and remove the bottom or left side knockout as desired Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct and save Pull the duct out of the d...

Page 10: ...rnal duct joints must be secured with tape otherwise they may sepa rate and cause a safety hazard CAUTION Internal duct joints must be secured with tape otherwise they may separate and cause a safety hazard N PE ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET SIDES AND BOTTOM EXHAUST Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to complete the exhaust system Cover back opening with a plate Kit WE1M454 available ...

Page 11: ...WATER WATER 4 4 Y Connector Installation Instructions 11 ...

Page 12: ...river Tape tipped putty knife 6PDOO ÀDW EODGH VFUHZGULYHU Before you start Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet Open the door to approximately 170 degrees With a putty knife remove the 4 plastic covers located along the left side of front panel and set them aside Remove the bottom screw from each hinge right side and partially insert them into the top left side hinge holes NOTE All 4 front ...

Page 13: ... Push caps through the outer door C Push the door handle clips into the openings on the RSSRVLWH VLGH RI WKH RXWHU GRRU PDNLQJ VXUH RX ÀLS the handle so it curves to the inside D Push the cover caps into the openings on the outer door where the handle was removed 8 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 fol...

Page 14: ...All 4 front panel hinge screws will now be in the top hinge holes 2 on the left and 2 on the right Plastic Cap 4 3 Loosen the bottom 2 right side hinge screws Remove WKH GRRU DQG SODFH LW RQ D SURWHFWHG ÀDW VXUIDFH WR DYRLG any damage Remove both the Blind Plate and the Strike Plate and install them in opposite positions 4 Remove the 4 door hinge screws 8 edge screws and 4 LQVLGH VFUHZV LIW WKH LQ...

Page 15: ...ush cap through the outer door C Push the door handle clips into the openings on the RSSRVLWH VLGH RI WKH RXWHU GRRU PDNLQJ VXUH RX ÀLS the handle so it curves to the inside D Push the cover cap into the openings on the outer door where the handle was removed 8 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 ...

Page 16: ...ve the GRRU DQG SODFH LW RQ D SURWHFWHG ÀDW VXUIDFH WR DYRLG DQ damage Remove both the Blind Plate and the Strike Plate and install them in opposite positions 4 Remove the 4 door hinge screws 4 edge screws and LQVLGH VFUHZV LIW WKH LQQHU GRRU XSZDUGV XVLQJ D ÀDW blade screwdriver REVERSING THE DOOR SWING GLASS PANEL DOOR MODELS GTDS810ED0WS GTDS810GD0WS GTDS815ED0MC GTDS815GD0MC GTDS820ED0WS GTDS8...

Page 17: ... PDNLQJ VXUH RX ÀLS the handle so it curves to the inside D Push the cover caps into the openings on the outer door where the handle was removed Edge screws Door hinge screws Inside screws Inside screws Handle 8 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 7 Mount...

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