GE GFDS170EH 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
Specification Created 4/14
GFDS170EH
GE®7.5 cu. ft. capacity frontload electric dryer with Steam and stainless steel drum

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3-1/2
24-7/8
50-5/8
39-3/8
3
Special Installation Requirements:
Stacked 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.
GFDS170EH
GE®7.5 cu. ft. capacity frontload electric dryer with Steam and stainless steel drum
Specification Created 4/14

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
Specification Created 4/14
GFDS170EH
GE®7.5 cu. ft. capacity frontload electric dryer with Steam and stainless steel drum

Features and Benefits
• Steam Refresh - Rejuvenate lightly worn clothes by getting rid of wrinkles and odors
with this convenient setting using the power of steam
• Steam Dewrinkle - Stored or wrinkled clothes come out wrinkle-free with this helpful
setting that uses steam to refresh and dry a load of any size
• 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 interior - Provides long-lasting dependability
• Delay start - Set the dryer to begin cycles whenever it’s convenient for you
• Sanitize - Extends heating cycle time to reduce certain types of bacteria by 99.99%*
*The Sanitize cycle is certified by NSF International to NSF Protocol P9 Sanitization
Performance of Residential Clothes Dryers
• Bulky Bedding cycle - Dries larger items, such as comforters, blankets and jackets
• Model GFDS170EHWW – White
• Model GFDS170EHDG – Diamond Gray
Specification Created 4/14
GFDS170EH
GE®7.5 cu. ft. capacity frontload electric dryer with Steam and stainless steel drum