GE DCVH680EJBB - 27" Electric Dryer User manual

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Installation
Instructions
Electric Dryer
09
Step 1 Prepare the Area and Exhaust for Installation of New
Dryer (see section 1).
Step 2 Check and Ensure the Existing External Exhaust is
Clean (see section 1) and Meets Attached Installation
Specifications (see section 3).
Step 3 Remove the Foam Shipping Pads (see section 1).
Step 4 Move the Dryer to the Desired Location.
Step 5 Connect the Power Supply (see section 2).
Step 6 Connect the External Exhaust (see section 4).
Step 7 Level Your Dryer (see section 5).
Step 8 Check the Operation of the Power Supply and
Venting.
Step 9 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.
500A436P009_Rev0 Pub # 31-16228
PEDESTALS FOR DRYERS
(comes with individual installation instructions)
Three models available: - SBSD227F
- SBSD137H- SBSD107H
NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer
requires basic mechanical and electrical skills.
It is your responsibility to contact a qualified
installer to make the electrical connections.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
•IMPORTANT- Save these instructions for local
inspector’s use.
•IMPORTANT- Observe all governing 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.
•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 super-
vision of children is necessary when the appliance is used
near children.
•Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F for
satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
GLOVES
SAFETY
GLASSES DRYER POWER CORD
KIT (NOT PROVIDED
WITH DRYER)
4" DUCT
CLAMPS (2)
OR
4" SPRING
CLAMPS (2)
EXHAUST
HOOD
3/4" STRAIN
RELIEF
UL RECOGNIZED
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.)
DUCT TAPE
UL RATED
120/240V,30A
WITH 3 OR 4 PRONGS.
IDENTIFY THE PLUG
TYPE AS PER THE
HOUSE RECEPTACLE
BEFORE PURCHASING
LINE CORD.
TOOLS YOU
WILL NEED
SLIP JOINT PLIERS
FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
LEVEL
- RISKOFFIRE
WARNING
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
• Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and in accordance
with local codes.
• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
• Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for exhausting the clothes dryer to the
outdoors.
• Do not install or store this appliance in any location where it could be
exposed to water and or weather.
• Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave these instructions with
the customer).
• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting materials.
If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is installed, it must be UL listed
and installed in accordance with the instructions found in "Connecting The
Dryer To House Vent" on page 5 of this manual. Flexible venting materials
are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will
obstruct dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.

L1
N
L2
RELOCATE GREEN
GROUND SCREW
HERE
STRAIN
RELIEF
BRACKET
GREEN OR
YELLOW WIRE
3/4", UL
RECOGNIZED
STRAIN RELIEF
SCREWS
(3)
HOT
WIRE
HOT
WIRE
COVER
NEUTRAL
(White)
REMOVE GROUND STRAP
AND DISCARD. KEEP GREEN
GROUND SCREW
4 #10 AWG MINIMUM COPPER
CONDUCTORS OR 120/240V 30A POWER
SUPPLY CORD KIT MARKED FOR USE
WITH DRYERS & PROVIDED WITH
CLOSED LOOP OR SPADE TERMINALS
WITH UPTURNED ENDS (NOT SUPPLIED).
Tilt the dryer sideways
and remove the foam
shipping pads by
pulling at the sides
and breaking them
away from the dryer
legs. Be sure to
remove all of the
foam pieces around
the legs.
INTERNAL DUCT
OPENING CHECK THAT EXHAUST
HOOD DAMPER OPENS
AND CLOSES FREELY.
WALL
TIP: Install your dryer before installing your washer.
This will allow better access when installing dryer exhaust
Installation Instructions
Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installation
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air opening are: 0 in. clearance both sides and 1 in. rear. Consideration
must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service.
1PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
OF NEW DRYER
REMOVING LINT FROM WALL
EXHAUST OPENING
2ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION
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 ELECTRICAL
CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
This dryer must be connected 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.
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)
NOTE: Since January 1, 1996, the National Electric Code
requires that new constructions utilize a 4 wire connection
to an electric dryer.
2
•Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition duct and
replace with UL listed transition duct.

3 #10 AWG MINIMUM COPPER
CONDUCTORS OR 120/240V 30A POWER
SUPPLY CORD KIT MARKED FOR USE
WITH DRYERS & PROVIDED WITH CLOSED
LOOP OR SPADE TERMINALS WITH
UPTURNED ENDS (NOT SUPPLIED).
L1
L2
STRAIN RELIEF
BRACKET
3/4", UL
RECOGNIZED
STRAIN RELIEF
HOT
WIRE
HOT
WIRE
GROUND
STRAP
GREEN
GROUND
SCREW
NEUTRAL
(White)
SCREWS
(3)
If required, by local code,
install external ground
(not provided) to grounded
metal, cold water pipe, or
other established ground
determined by a qualified
electrician.
COVER
Installation Instructions
3EXHAUST INFORMATION
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 duct length and number of bends
of the exhaust system dependsupon the type of duct, number
of turns, the type of exhaust hood (wall cap), and all conditions
noted below. The maximum exhaust length for rigid metal duct
is shown in the table below.
3
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.
WARNING - NEVER LEAVE THE
COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.
CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE
CONNECTION
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.
EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST
HOOD OR WALLCAP
•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 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 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 exhaust hood.
TURNS OTHER THAN 90¼
•One turn of 45¼ or less may be ignored.
•Two 45¼ turns should be treated as one 90¼ turn.
•Each turn over 45¼ should be treated as one 90¼ 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.
•The duct shall not be assembled with screws or other fastening means
that extend into the duct and catch lint.
•Duct joints 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 that runs through an unheated area or is near air conditioning
should be insulated to reduce condensation and lint build-up.
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
90 Feet
60 Feet
45 Feet
35 Feet
25 Feet
60 Feet
45 Feet
35 Feet
25 Feet
15 Feet
0
1
2
3
4
Use only for short
run installations
EXHAUST LENGTH
WARNING - IN CANADA AND IN THE UNITED STATES,
THE REQUIRED EXHAUSTDUCT DIAMETER IS 4 IN (102mm).
Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition duct
and replace with UL listed transition duct.

Installation Instructions
4EXHAUST CONNECTION
4
NOTE: ELBOWS WILL PREVENT DUCT
KINKING AND COLLAPSING.
5LEVELING AND STABILIZING YOUR
DRYER
ELBOW HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED
ELBOW HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED
RECOMMENDED
CONFIGURATION
TO MINIMIZE
EXHAUST
BLOCKAGE.
LEVEL
SIDE-TO-SIDE
4 LEVELING
LEGS
LEVEL
FRONT-TO-BACK
Stand the dryer upright near the final location and adjust
the 4 leveling legs, at the corners, to ensure that the dryer
is level from side to side and front to rear.
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:
•This clothes 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 flexible metal (semi-rigid
or foil-type) duct to connect the dryer to the home exhaust
duct. It must be installed in accordance with the instructions
found in “Connecting The Dryer To House Vent” on page 5 of
this manual.
•
Do not terminate exhaust in a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, gas
vent, crawl space, attic, under an enclosed floor, or in any
other concealed space of a building. The accumulated lint
could create a fire hazard.
•
Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with a
kitchen exhaust system. A combination of grease and lint
creates a potential fire hazard.
•
Do not use duct longer than specified in the exhaust length
table. Longer ducts can accumulate lint, creating a potential
fire hazard.
•
Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This will
cause lint to accumulate, creating a potential fire hazard.
•
Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that extend
into the duct. These fasteners can accumulate lint, creating
a potential fire hazard.
•
Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the exhaust
system, especially at turns and joints. Exhaust system shall
be inspected and cleaned at least once a year.
•
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.
DUCT TAPE OR
DUCT CLAMP
DUCT TAPE OR
DUCT CLAMP
VENT PROTECTION
BRACKET
4" METAL DUCT CUT
TO PROPER LENGTH
EXTERNAL DUCT
OPENING
STANDARD REAR EXHAUST
(Vented at floor level)
STANDARD REAR EXHAUST
(Vented above floor level)
For straight line installation, connect
the dryer exhaust to the external
exhaust hood using duct tape or
clamp.
Pull the vent protection bracket out until
it stops, and let it rest on the floor. The
bracket prevents the unit from moving too
close to the wall and crushing the rear vent.
NOTE: WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND SOLID
METAL EXHAUST DUCTING. HOWEVER, IF
FLEXIBLE DUCTING IS USED IT MUST BE
UL-LISTED METAL NOT PLASTIC.

Installation Instructions, Exhausting
CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT
5
6ALCOVE 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 43 in. without pedestal, 55 in. with pedestal.
•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.
NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE
REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE
WALL IS 5.5 IN.
7BATHROOM 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 ELECTRICAL CODE,
ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
8MOBILE 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.
501B.
•The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors with the termina-
tion 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.
DO NOT
SIT DRYER
ON FLEXIBLE
EXHAUST.
DO NOT USE
EXCESSIVE
EXHAUST
LENGTH
DO NOT
CRUSH
FLEXIBLE
EXHAUST
AGAINST
WALL.
DON’T
Rigid metal transitions ducts reduce the risk of crushing and
kinking.
•
Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings, floors or other
enclosed spaces.
•
•For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct is
recommended.
Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.•
In Canada and the United States, only the flexible metal(foil-
type) ducts that comply with the “Outline for Clothes Dryer
Transition Duct Subject 2158A” shall be used.
•
For many applications, installing elbows at both the dryer and
the wall is highly recommended (see illustrations below). Elbows
allow the dryer to sit close to the wall without kinking and or
crushing the transition duct, maximizing drying performance.
•
Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet
(2.4m).
•
RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT
•If rigid metal duct cannot be used, then UL-listed flexible metal
(semi-rigid) ducting can be used (Kit WX08X10077).
UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT
•In special installations, it may be necessary to connect the dryer
to the house vent using a flexible metal (foil- type) duct. A
UL-listed flexible metal (foil-type)duct may be used ONLY in
installations where rigid metal or flexible metal (semi-rigid)
ducting cannot be used AND where a 4" diameter can be
maintained throughout the entire length of the transition duct.
Never install flexible metal duct in walls, ceilings, floors or other
enclosed spaces.
•
Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet
(2.4m).
•
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. Keep the
duct as straight as possible for maximum airflow.
4. Secure the duct to the exhaust pipe with the other
clamp.
UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL-TYPE) TRANSITION DUCT
ELBOW HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED
ELBOWS HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED
DO