GE GFDN160EJ Manual

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DIMENSIONS AND INSTALLATION INFORMATION (IN INCHES)
EXHAUST OPTIONS: 4-way via rear, right, left
and bottom.
CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS: An individual,
properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a
30-amp circuit breaker or a time-delay fuse,
is required.
NOTE: Dryer wall outlet must be located within 36"
of service cord entry and accessible when dryer is
mounted in position.
INSTALLATION INFORMATION: For complete
information, see installation instructions packed with
your dryer.
27 33
39-3/8
4-3/8
5-3/8
Electric Dryer Rating
240V 5600W, 24A, 60Hz
208V 4400W, 22A, 60Hz
GFDN160EJ
GE®Series 7.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity Frontload Electric Dryer

Specification Created 3/15
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3-1/2
24-7/8
50-5/8
39-3/8
3
SPECIAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS:
STACKE D INSTALLATION:
Brackets for stacking dryer over washer are not included with the
dryer. Order part no. GEFLSTACK or part no. WE25X10018.
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exhaustedtotheoutside.
•Minimumclearancesbetweendryercabinetandadjacentwalls
or other surfaces are: 0" either side, 3" front and rear
•Minimumverticalspacefromfloortooverheadcabinets,
ceilings, etc. is 52".
•Closetdoorsmustbelouveredorotherwiseventilatedandmust
contain a minimum of 60 sq. in. of open area equally distributed.
Ifthisclosetcontainsbothawasherandadryer,doorsmustcontain
a minimum of 120 sq. in. of open area equally distributed.
•Nootherfuel-burningapplianceshallbeinstalledinthesame
closet with a gas dryer.
BATHROOM OR BEDROOM INSTALLATION:
•ThedryerMUSTbeexhaustedtotheoutdoors.
•Theinstallationmustconformwiththelocalcodes,orintheabsenceof
localcodes,withtheNationalElectricCodeandNationalFuelGasCode,
ANSIZ223forgasdryers.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET
INSTALLATIONS:
•Minimumclearancestocombustiblesurfaces0"bothsides,3"rear.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON VENTING KITS AND ACCESSORIES,
PLEASE CALL 1-800-GE-CARES.
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STACKED DIMENSIONS
(IN INCHES)
27
13
28-3/4
PEDESTAL DIMENSIONS
(IN INCHES)
SBSD137HWW - WHITE
This optional 13" pedestal
raises the door opening and
height of the washer or dryer.
Feet on 13" pedestal allow
ittoadjustto13-3/8"height.
GFDN160EJ
GE®Series 7.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity Frontload Electric Dryer

Specification Created 3/15
For answers to your Monogram,® GE Profile™
or GE®appliance questions, visit our website
at geappliances.com or call GE Answer Center®
service, 800.626.2000.
DRYER EXHAUSTING INFORMATION – METAL DUCT ONLY
For complete information, see installation instructions packed with your dryer.
DUCTING MATERIALS: For best performance, this dryer should be vented with 4"
diameterallrigidmetalexhaustduct.Ifrigidmetalductcannotbeused,thenUL-listed
flexiblemetal(semi-rigid)ductingcanbeused(KitWX08X10077).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. Please see installation
instructionpackedwithyourdryerforcompleteinstructionswhenusingflexiblemetal
(foiltype)ducting.
EXHAUST LENGTH CALCULATION:
1. Determinethenumberof90°turnsneededforyourinstallation.Ifyouexhausttothe
side or bottom of dryer, add one turn.
2. Themaximumlengthof4'rigid(aluminumorgalvanized)ductwhichcanbetolerated
is shown in the table.
A turn of 45° or less may be ignored. Two 45° turns within the duct length should be
treated as a 90° elbow.
A turn over 45° should be treated as a 90° elbow.
Dryers mustbeexhaustedtotheoutside.
CAUTION: Forpersonalsafetydonotterminateexhaustintoachimney,underany
enclosedhousefloor(crawlspace),orintoanattic,sincetheaccumulatedlintcould
createafirehazardormoisturecouldcausedamage.Neverterminatetheexhaustinto
acommonductorplenumwithakitchenexhaust,sincethecombinationoflintand
grease could create a fire hazard.
Exhaustductsshouldbeterminatedinadamperedwallcaptopreventbackdrafts,bird
nesting, etc. The wall cap must also be located at least 12" above the ground or any other
obstruction with the opening pointed down.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON VENTING KITS AND ACCESSORIES, PLEASE CALL 1-800-GE-CARES.
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Best performance
Domestic
dryer models
Maximum length of 4"
dia. rigid metal duct
Number
of
90°
turns
Exhaust hood type
A
4"
opening
B
2-1/2"
opening
7.5 cu. ft.
capacity models
electric dryers
0
1
2
3
4
90 ft.
60 ft.
45 ft.
35 ft.
25 ft.
60 ft.
45 ft.
35 ft.
25 ft.
15 ft.
A
4
B
2-1/2
A
2-1/2
1-3/4
12
3-1/2
Electrical
Connection
Gas Pipe
Connection
GFDN160EJ
GE®Series 7.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity Frontload Electric Dryer

Specification Created 3/15
For answers to your Monogram,® GE Profile™
or GE®appliance questions, visit our website
at geappliances.com or call GE Answer Center®
service, 800.626.2000.
GFDN160GJWW_GFDN160EJWW
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
HE Sensor Dry – Keep your clothes looking and feeling their best. Dual
thermistors continually monitor temperature with a sensor bar that measures
moisture to prevent over-drying
Quick Dry – Quickly dries items and small loads for families on the go
Damp Dry – Allows you set an alert to remove select items for hang-drying
or damp ironing
Dura Drum – Provides long lasting durability
Delay start – Set the dryer to begin cycles whenever it’s convenient for you
BulkyBeddingcycle–Drieslargeritems,suchascomforters,blanketsandjackets
ModelGFDN160EJWW–White
GFDN160EJ
GE®Series 7.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity Frontload Electric Dryer