GE 31-16073 User manual

ElectricDryerl
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BEFOREYOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT -Save_ese
instructions for local inspector's use.
.IMPORTANT -Observeall
goveming codes and ordinances.
, Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions with
the customer.
• Note to Customer - Keep these instructions with your Use
and Care Book for future reference.
• This dryer must be exhausted outdoors.
, Before the old dryer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the dryer door.
• Service information and the wiring diagram are located in
the control console.
- Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is
used near children.
,m_ FORYOUR SAFETY:
_[kWARNING
• Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in. diameter
ductwork for exhausting to the outdoors. Never
use plastic or other combustible, easy-to-puncture ductwork.
•This appliance must be properly grounded and installed
as described in these instructions.
• Do not install or store appliance in an area where it
will be exposed to water and/or weather
• Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F
for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.
NOTE: instaUation and service of this dryer J
requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. J
it is your responsibiliW to contact a qualified
installer to make the electrical ¢onnect!_o_n__S. J
TOOLS YOU
WiLL NEED
SLiPJOINTPLIERS
FLATBLADESCREWDRIVER
PHiLLiPSSCREWDRIVER
%
MATERIALS YOU WiLL NEED
DiA.METALDUCT
(RECOMMENDED) 4"DUCT
CLAMPS(2)
OR
4"SPRING
CLAMPS(2)
4"DIA.FLEXIBLEMETALDUCT_
(IFNEEDED)
%
4"DIA.METAL
ELBOW
DUCTTAPE
EXHAUSTHOODSAFETYGLASSES
_ 3/4=_RELIEF
GLOVES ULRECOGNIZED
DRYERPOWER
CORDKIT
(NOTPROVIDED
WITHDRYER)
ULRATED120/240V,30A
WITH3OR4PRONGS.
iDENTIFYTHEPLUGTYPE
ASPERTHEHOUSE
RECEPTACLEBEFORE
PURCHASINGLINECORD.
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Prepare the Area and Exhaust for Installation of
New Dryer (see section 1).
Check and Ensure the Existing External Exhaust is
Clean (see section 1) and Meets Attached Installation
Specifications (see section 3).
Remove the Foam Shipping Pads (see section 1).
Move the Dryer to the Desired Location.
Connect the Power Supply (see section 2).
Connect the External Exhaust (see section 4).
Level Your Dryer (see section 5).
Step 8
Step 9
Check the Operation of the Power Supply
and Venting.
Place the Owners Manual and the Installation
Instructions in a Location Where They Will Be
Noticed By the Owner.
For Alcove or Closet Installation, see section 6.
For Bathroom or Bedroom Installation, see section 7.
For Mobile or Manufactured Home see, section 8.
For side or bottom exhaust, see section 9.

Installation instructions
Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installation I
Minimum clearance to combustible sm'faces and for air opening are: 0 in. clearance both sides and 1 in. rear. Consideration
_or installation and service. !
[] PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION [] ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
OF NEW DRYER iNFORMATiON
EXTERNAL
DUCT
OPENING
OR
DUCTCLAMP
DUCTTAPEOR
DUCTCLAMP
4"METALDUCT
TIP: Install your dryer before installing your washer.
This will allow better access when installing dryer exhaust.
REMOVING LiNT FROM WALL
EXHAUST OPENING
WALL
CHECKTHATEXHAUST
tHOODDAMPEROPENS
ANDCLOSESFREELY.
TILTTHEDRYERSIDEWAYS
ANDREMOVETHEFOAM
SHIPPINGPADSBY
PULLINGATTHESIDES
ANDBREAKINGTHEM
AWAYFROMTHEDRYER
LEGS,BESURETO
REMOVEALLOFTHE
FOAMPIECESAROUND
THELEGS.
INTERNALDUCT
OPENING...._
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE_ ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND PERSONAL
INJURY:
- DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN
ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
Dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes and ordinances, or in the absence of local
codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL ELECTRI-
CAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
This dryer must be comlected to an individual branch circuit,
protected by the required time-delay fuses or circuit breakers. A
four or three-wire, single phase, 120/240V or 120/208V, 60Hz,
30 amp circuit is required.
If the electric supply does not meet the above specifications, then
call a licensed electrician.
GROUNDING iNSTRUCTiONS
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.
CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE
CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION)
NOTES: Since January 1,1996,the National Electric code requires
that the new constructions utilize a 4-wire connection to
an electric dryer
WARNUNG:Only a 4-conductor cord shall be used when the
appliance is installed in alocation where grounding through the
neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is
prohibited for the new branch-circuit installations, mobile homes
recreational vehicles, and areas where local codes prohibit
grounding through the neutral conduction.
REMOVEGROUNDSTRAP
ANDDISCARD.KEEPGREEN HOT_"_,
GROUNDSCREW WIRE RELOCATEGREEN
_'_-... GROUNDSCREW
HERE GREENOR
J
3/4",UL
HOT RECOGNIZED
WIRE STRAINRELIEF
4#10AWGMINIMUMCOPPER
COVER CONDUCTORS OR120/240V30A POWER
SUPPLYCORDKITMARKEDFORUSE
WiTHDRYERS&PROVIDEDWITH
CLOSED LOOPOR SPADETERMINALS
2 WiTHUPTURNEDENDS(NOTSUPPLIED}.

Installation
1. Turn off the circuit breaker (s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer's
circuit fuse 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 screws of
the terminal block (marked L1 and L2).
B. Connect the neutral (white) line to the center of
the terminal block (marked N).
7.Attach ground wire of power cord with the green ground
screw (hole above strain relief bracket). Tighten all
terminal block screws (3) completely.
8. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.
9. Reinstall the cover.
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CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE
CONNECTION
IFREQUIRED,BYLOCALCODE,
INSTALLEXTERNALGROUND
(NOTPROVIDED)TOGROUNDED
METAL,COLDWATERPIPE,OR GREEN GROUND
OTHERESTABLISHEDGROUND GROUND
DETERMINEDBYA QUALIFIED SCREW
ELECTRICIAN. HOT
WIRE STRAINRELIEF
BRACKET
3/4",UL
RECOGNIZED
STRAINRELIEF
NEUTRAL
HOT
(White) WiRE
3#10AWGMINIMUMCOPPER
COVER CONDUCTORSOR120/240V30APOWER
SUPPLYCORDKITMARKEDFORUSE
WiTHDRYERS&PROVIDEDWITHCLOSED
LOOPORSPADETERMINALSWITH
UPTURNEDENDS(NOTSUPPLIED),
1. Turn off the circuit breaker (s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer's
circuit fuse at the electrical box.
2. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall.
3. Remove the power cord cover located at the lower back.
4. Install 3/4 in. UL recognized strain relief to power cord
entry hole. Bring power cord through strain relief.
5. Connect power cord as follows:
A. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the
terminal block (marked L1 and L2).
B. Connect the neutral (white) line to the center of
the terminal block (marked N).
6. Be sure ground strap is connected to neutral (center)
terminal of block and to green ground screw on cabinet
rear. Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely.
7. Properly secure power cord to strain relief.
8. Reinstall the cover.
, WARNING: NEVER LEAVE THE
COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
instructions
EXHAUST iNFORMATION
WARNING- USE ONLY METAL 4-IN. DUCT.
DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED
IN THE EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.
Using exhaust longer than specified length will:
• Increase the drying times and the energy cost.
• Reduce the dryer life.
" Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.
The correct exhaust installation is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Problems due to incorrect installation are not covered
by the warranty.
The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE length of the exhaust system
depends upon the type of duct, number of turns, the type of
exhaust hood (wall cap), and all conditions noted below. Both
rigid and flexible metal duct are shown in the table below.
EXHAUST LENGTH
RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH
Exhaust Hood Types
Recommended
4" 1"_
Use only for short
run installations
4" DIA,
q _-2.1f'z"
No. of 90°Rigid Flexible Rigid Ftexible
Elbows Metal Metal Metal Metal
0 90 Feet 55 Feet 60 Feet 45 Feet
1 60 Feet 40 Feet 45 Feet 30 Feet
2 45 Feet 30 Feet 35 Feet 20 Feet
3 35 Feet 20 Feet 25 Feet t5 Feet
4 25 Feet 15 Feet t 5 Feet 10 Feet
3
If using flexible metal duct, please refer to page 5.
EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LiST
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 air flow
and should require little or no maintenance to prevent clogging.
•Never installa screen inor over the exhaust duct. Thiscouldcauselintbuild up.
, Wall caps must be installed at least 12in. above ground level or any other
obstruction with the opening pointed down.
" If roof vents or louvered plenums are used, they must be equivalent to a
4-in. dampened wall cap in regard to resistance to air flow, prevention of
back drafts, and maintenance required to prevent clogging.
SEPARATION OF TURNS
For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4 ft. of straight duct,
including distance between last turn and exhaust hood.
TURNS OTHER THAN 90°
•One turn of45° or less may be ignored.
•Two 45° turns should be treated as one 90° turn.
"Each turn over 45oshould be treated as one 90° turn.
SEALING OF JOINTS
•All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of each section of
duct must point away from the dryer.
•Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners that extend into the duct.
They will serve as a collection point for lint.
• Ductjoints can be made air and moisture-tight by wrapping the
overlapped joints with duct tape.
• Horizontal runs should slope down toward the outdoors 1/2 inch per foot
INSULATION
Duct work thatruns through an unheated area or is near air conditioning
should be insulated to reduce condensation and lint build-up.

Installation instructions
EXHAUST CONNECTION
_WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:
• This dryer must be exhausted outdoors.
• Use only metal duct.
• Do not terminate _'xhaust in a chimney, any gas vent,
under an enclosed floor (crawl space), or into an attic.
The accumulated lint could create a fire hazard.
- Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the
exhaust system, especially at turns. Inspect and clean at
least once a year,
oNever terminate the exhaust into a common duct with a
kitchen exhaust. Acombination of lint and grease could
create a fire hazard.
• Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.
THiS DRYER COMES READY FOR REAR
EXHAUSTING. iF SPACE iS LIMITED, USE
THE iNSTRUCTIONS iN SECTION 9 TO
EXHAUST DIRECTLY FROM THE SIDES OR
BOTTOM OF THE CABINET.
STANDARD REAR EXHAUST
(Vented at floor level)
FORSTRAIGHT
LINEiNSTALLATiON,
CONNECTTHE
DRYEREXHAUST
TOTHEEXTERNAL
EXHAUSTHOODUSING
DUCTTAPEORCLAMP.
--: (CORDNOTSUPPLIED
:"" WITHDRYER)
CUTTHEMETALEXHAUST
DUCT(NOTSUPPLIED)TOTHE
PROPERLENGTH.
NOTE:WESTRONGLYRECOMMENDSOLIDMETALEXHAUSTDUCTING.
HOWEVER,IFFLEXIBLEDUCTINGISUSEDITMUSTBEMETALNOTPLASTIC.
STANDARD REAR EXHAUST
{Vented above floor level)
ELBOWHIGHLY
RECOMMENDED
ELBOWHIGHLY
RECOMMENDED
RECOMMENDED
CONFIGURATION
TOMINIMIZE
EXHAUST
BLOCKAGE.
NOTE: ELBOWS WiLL PREVENT DUCT
KiNKiNG AND COLLAPSING.
[_ LEVELING AND STABiLiZiNG
YOUR DRYER
STANDTHEDRYERUPRIGHTNEARTHEFINALLOCATIONANDADJUST
THE4LEVELINGLEGS,ATTHECORNERS,TOENSURETHATTHEDRYER
iSLEVELFROMSiDETOSIDEANDFRONTTOREAR.
LEVEL
FRONT-TO-BACK. LEVEL
"_ SIDE-TO-SiDE.
4LEVELING
LEGS

installation instructions, indoor
USING FLEXIBLE METAL DUCTS
If rigid all-metal duct cannot be used, then flexible all-metal ducting
can be used, but it will reduce the maximum recommended duct
length. In special installations when it is impossible to use only
metal ducting, then UL-listed clothes dryer flexible metal transition
duct may be used as transition venting between the dryer and wail
connection only. The use of this ducting will affect dry time,
tf flexible transition duct is necessary, the following directions must
be followed,
• Use the Shortest Length Possible.
• Stretch the Duct to Its Maximum Length to avoid kinks.
- Do Not Crush or Collapse the Duct.
• Never Use Transition Duct Inside the Wall or
Inside the Dryer.
. Avoid Resting the Duct on Sharp Objects.
- Venting Must Conform to Local Building Codes.
ELBOWHIGHLY
ELBOWSHIGHLY
DONOTUSE
EXCESSIVE
EXHAUST i
Exhausting
[] 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 MUST be vented to the outdoors. See the
EXHAUST INFORMATION sections 3 & 4.
, Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and adjacent
walls or other surfaces is:
0 in. either side
3 in. front and rear
, Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead cabinets,
ceiling, etc. is 52 in.
, Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and
must contain a minimum of 60 sq. in. of open area equally
distributed. If the closet contains both a washer and a
dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 sq. in. of open
area equally distributed.
i ..........................
[] BATHROOM OR BEDROOM
iNSTALLATiON
"The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See
EXHAUST INFORMATION section 3 & 4.
• The installation must conform with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the NATIONAL ELECTRI-
CAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
[] MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED
HOME iNSTALLATiON
,Installation must conform to the MANUFACTURED
HOME CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY STANDARD,
TITLE 24, PART 32-80 or, when such standard is not
applicable, with AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD
FOR MOBILE HOME, ANSI/NFPA NO. 50lB.
- The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors with the
termination securely fastened to the mobile home
structure. (See EXHAUST INFORMATION
section 3 & 4.)
• The vent MUST NOT be terminated beneath a mobile or
manufactured home.
, The vent duct material MUST BE METAL.
• Do not use sheet metal screws or other fastening devices
which extend into the interior of the exhaust vent.
- See section 2 for electrical connection information.
5

installation instructions
ADDING NEW DUCT
WARNING- BEFORE PERFORMING
THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE
TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR
HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES
WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET.
BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES
REMOVE
DESIRED
KNOCKOUT
(ONEONLY).
REMOVE
SCREW
ANDSAVE.
Detach and remove the bottom, right or left side knockout
as desired. Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct
and save. Pull the duct out of the dryer.
FIXINGHOLE
i; ............................. B i A
i .............................
Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.
TAB LOCATION
BENDTAB
UP45°
FIXING
HOLE
PORTION"A"
Through the rear opening, locate the tab in the middle of
the appliance base, Lift the tab to about 45 ° using a flat
blade screwdriver.
RIGHTOR
LEFTSIDE
EXHAUST
Reconnect the cut portion (A) of the duct to the blower
housing. Make sure that the shortened duct is aligned with
the tab in the base. Use the screw saved previously to secure
the duct in place through the tab on the appliance base.
ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR
EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT
SiDE OF CABINET
• Preassemble 4" elbow with 4" duct. Wrap duct tape
around joint.
- Insert duct assembly, elbow first, through the side opening
and connect the elbow to the dryer internal duct.
CAUTION: Be sure not to pull or damage the
electrical wires inside the dryer
when inserting the duct.
EXHAUSTCAN
BEADDEDTO
LEFTORRIGHTSIDE
\
A°pCT
Apply duct tape as shown on the joint between the dryer
internal duct and the elbow.
zJ
DUCT
TAPE
6
CAUTION:
internal duct joints must be
_secured with tape, otherwise
they may separate and cause
a safety hazard.

installation
ADDING ELBOW FOR EXHAUST
THROUGH BOTTOM-OF CABINET
- Insert the elbow through the rear opening and connect it to
the dryer internal duct.
*Apply duct tape on the joint between the dryer internal
duct and elbow, as shown on page 6.
CAUTION:
Internal duct joints must be secured with tape,
otherwise they may separate and cause a
safety hazard.
ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR
OF CABINET (SIDES AND BOTTOM
EXHAUST)
PLATE
(KITWE1M454)
Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to complete the
exhaust system. Cover back opening with a plate (Kit
WE 1M454) available from your local service provider.
Place dryer in final location.
_ILWARNING _EVER LEAVE THE BACK I
|OPENING WI_O_ THE PLATE,_t
500AI87P044 2 01 ON Pub # 31 16073
instructions
CHANGING DiRECTiON OF
DOOR OPENING
1. Open the door and remove the filler plugs opposite the
hinges. With the door completely open, remove the
bottom screws from each hinge on the dryer face• Insert
these screws about half way into the TOP holes, for each
hinge on the opposite side (where you removed the filler
plugs). Apply firm pressure to get the screw started.
2. Loosen the top screws from each hinge on the dryer face
half way. With one hand holding the top of the door and
the other hand holding the bottom, remove the door
from the dryer by lifting it UP and OUT.
3. Rotate the door 180°. Insert the door on the opposite side
of the opening by moving the door IN and DOWN
until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on
the top screws inserted in step 1.
4. Remove the remaining screws from the side of the
opening from which the door was removed. With these
screws secure each hinge at the bottom. Tighten the two
top screws on each hinge. Reinsert the plastic plugs on
the side from which the door was removed.
REMOVETHE
BOTTOMSCREW
FROMEACHHINGE
ONTHEDRYER
__FACE.
MOVETHEDOORIN AND
DOWNUNTILTHETOPHINGE
ANDTHEBOTTOMHINGEARE
RESTtNGONTHETOPSCREWS
INSERTEDIN STEP1.
LOOSENTHETOP
SCREWSFROM
EACHHINGEON
THEDRYERFACE
HALFWAY.
SECUREEACHHINGE
ATTHEBOTTOMAND
TIGHTENTHETWOTOP
SCREWSOFEACHHINGE.
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[] SERViCiNG
,_L WARNING- LABEL ALL WIRES
PRIOR TO DISCONNECTING WHEN
SERVICING CONTROLS. WIRING
ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND
DANGEROUS OPERATION AFTER
SERVICING/INSTALLATION.
For servicing phone numbers for replacement parts, and
other information, refer to Owner's Manual or visit our
Web site.

Notes