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Venting the Dryer
For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be properly vented. The dryer will use more energy and run longer if it is
not vented to the specifications below. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation Instructions.
Use only rigid metal 4” diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid
metal or UL listed flexible metal 4” diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outside.
Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork.
Use the shortest length possible.
Do not crush or collapse.
Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
Venting must conform to local building codes.
This dryer MUST be exhausted to the outdoors.
Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust duct.
Use only 4” rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to the home exhaust.
DO NOT
use a plastic vent.
DO NOT
exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust, gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic, crawl space, or
concealed space of a building.
DO NOT
install a screen in or over the exhaust duct.
DO NOT
install a booster fan in the exhaust duct.
DO NOT
use duct longer than specified in the exhaust length table.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
- Fire Hazard
Correct
Venting
Incorrect
Venting
Vent Health
Is a diagnostic test to verify the status of the venting system.
NOTE:
To run the test, ambient temperature must be
below 85°F (if temperature is above 85°F the test will be invalid and the main display will show “00”).
NOTE:
On some models this features is only available through the GE Appliances SmartHQ App.
To enter Vent Health test mode:
1
Ensure the drum is empty.
2
Ensure the lint filter is clean.
3
Press and hold the
Time
and
Level
buttons for 3 seconds.
4
Close the door and press
Start
.
After the test is run, the display will show a number. Use the table below to understand the result and the action needed.
Main Display
LED Display
Result
Action*
01
OFF
Clean/Normal
Your house vent is in good condition
and no action is required.
02
OFF
May need attention
Your house vent condition may affect your
dryer’s performance. Check and clean
or make adjustments to improve.
03
Vent Blocked
Blocked
Your house vent is highly restricted and
is affecting your dryer’s performance.
Clean and/or make needed
adjustments to improve.
*
Also see
Interior and Duct
in the
Care and Cleaning
section.
