GE DPSE810EGWT User's Manual
Contents
1. NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK CONNECTING DRYER USING 3 WIRE CONNECTION IF REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODE INSTALL EXTERNAL GROUND NOT PROVIDED TO GROUNDED METAL COLD WATER PIPE OR GREEN GROUND OTHER ESTABLISHED GROUND GROUND STRAP DETERMINED BY A QUALIFIED screw ELECTRICIAN STRAIN RELIEF BRACKET 3 4 UL RECOGNIZED STRAIN RELIEF NEUTRAL White HOT WIRE 3410 AWG MINIMUM COPPER CONDUCTORS OR 120 240V 30A POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT MARKED FOR USE WITH DRYERS amp PROVIDED WITH CLOSED LOOP OR SPADE TERMINALS WITH UPTURNED ENDS NOT SUPPLIED Turn off the circuit breaker s 30 amp or remove the dryer s circuit fuse at the electrical box Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall 3 Remove the power cord cover located at the lower back Install 3 4 in UL recognized strain relief to power cord entry hole Bring power cord through strain relief 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 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 ARWARNING NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK EXHAUST INFORMATION AR WARNING IN2. AYS 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 2 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION AX WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRICALSHOCKAND PERSONAL INJURY e 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 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 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 MK WARNING Only a 4 conductor cord shall be used when the appliance is installed in a
3. CANADA AND IN THE UNITED STATES THE REQUIRED EXHAUST DUCT DIAMETER IS 4 IN 102mm DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER THAN SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE Using exhaust longer than specified length will e Increase the drying times and the energy cost e Reduce the dryer life e 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 Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition duct and replace with UL listed transition duct The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE duct length and number of bends 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 The maximum duct length for rigid metal duct is shown in the table below EXHAUST LENGTH RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH Exhaust Hood Types Use only for short run installations Elbows Metal Metal 90 Feet 60 Feet 60 Feet 45 Feet 45 Feet 35 Feet 35 Feet 25 Feet 25 Feet 15 Feet EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LIST HOOD OR WALL CAP e 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 e 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 abov
4. EPTACLE BEFORE PURCHASING LINE CORD CLAMPS 2 EXHAUST 4 SPRING CLAMPS 2 Q Gigs GLOVES au STRAIN RELIEF UL RECOGNIZED DUCT TAPE 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 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 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 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 1 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION OF NEW DRYER TIP Install your dryer before installing your washer This will allow better access when installing dryer exhaust REMOVING LINT FROM WALL EXHAUST OPENING e Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition duct and replace with UL listed transition duct OPENING DUOT NE CHECK THAT EXHAUST TES HOOD DAMPER OPENS Li AND CLOSES FREELY TILT THE DRYER SIDEW
5. Electric Dryer 05 Installation Instructions Questions on Installation Call 1 800 GECARES US or Visit our Web site at www GEAppliances com US BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully IMPORTAN T Save these instructions for local inspector s use z IMPORTAN T Observe all governingcodes and ordinances e Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions with the customer e Note to Customer Keep these instruct ions with your Use and Care Book for future reference e Before the old dryer is removed from service or discarded remove the dryer door e Service information and the wiring dia gram are located in the control console e Do not allow children on or in the appli ance Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children e Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50 F for satisfactory operation of the dryer control system TOOLS YOU WILL NEED ETE SLIP JOINT PLIERS FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER 4 DIA FLEXIBLE METAL ir TYPE UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT 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 AWARNING risk or FIRE e To reduce the risk of severe injury or death follow all installation instruc tions Clothes dryer i
6. NSTALLATION e If your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet it will be stated on a label on the dryer back e The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors See the EXHAUST INFORMATION sections 3 amp 4 e Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other surfaces is 0 in either side 3 in front and rear e Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead cabinets ceiling etc is 52 in e 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 7 BATHROOM OR BEDROOM INSTALLATION e The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors See EXHAUST INFORMATION section 3 amp 4 e 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 e Installation must conform to the MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION amp 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 e The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors with the termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure See EXHAUST INFORMATION section 3 amp 4 e The vent MUST NOT be terminated beneath a mobile or manufac
7. P NOTE WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND SOLID METAL EXHAUST DUCTING HOWEVER IF FLEXIBLE DUCTING IS USED IT MUST BE UL LISTED METAL NOT PLASTIC STANDARD REAR EXHAUST Vented above floor level ELBOW HIGHLY RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE ELBOW HIGHLY RECOMMENDED NOTE ELBOWS WILL PREVENT DUCT KINKING AND COLLAPSING LEVELING AND STABILIZING YOUR DRYER 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 LEVEL FRONT TO BACK LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE 4 LEVELING LEGS Installation Instructions Indoor Exhausting CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT e For best drying performance a rigid metal transition duct is recommended e Rigid metal transitions ducts reduce the risk of crush ing and kinking UL LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL SEMI RIGID TRANSITION DUCT e If rigid metal duct cannot be used then UL listed flexible metal semi rigid ducting can be used Kit WX08X10077 e Never install flexible metal duct in walls ceilings floors or other enclosed spaces e Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet 2 4m e For many applications installing elbows at both the dryer and the wall is highly recommended see illustra tions below Elbows allow the dryer to sit close to the wall without kinking and or cr
8. TO DISCONNECTING WHEN SERVICING CONTROLS WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND DANGEROUS OPERATION AFTER SERVICING INST ALLATION For servicing phone numbers for replacement parts and other information refer to Owner s Manual or visit our Web site Notes
9. e 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 90 One turn of 45 or less may be ignored e Two 45 turns should be treated as one 90 turn e Each turn over 45 should be treated as one 90 turn SEALING OF JOINTS e All joints should be tight to avoid leaks The male end of each section of duct must point away from the dryer e Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners that extend into the duct They will serve as a collection point for lint e 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 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 Installation Instructions EXHAUST CONNECTION Ah warninG TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY e This clothes dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors e Use only 4 rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust duct e 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 V
10. ent on page 5 of this manual e 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 e Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with a kitchen exhaust system A combination of grease and lint creates a potential fire hazard e Do not use duct longer than specified in the exhaust length table Longer ducts can accumulate lint creating a potential fire hazard e Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct This will cause lint to accumulate creating a potential fire hazard e Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that extend into the duct These fasteners can accumulate lint creating a potential fire hazard e Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air e 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 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 FOR STRAIGHT LINE INSTALLATION CONNECT THE DRYER EXHAUST TO THE EXTERNAL EXHAUST HOOD USING DUCT TAPE OR CLAMP EXTERNAL DUCT OPENING DUCT TAPE OR DUCT CLAMP a 4 METAL DUCT CUT TO PROPER LENGTH DUCT TAPE OR DUCT CLAM
11. ert 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 EXHAUST CAN BE ADDED TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE e Apply duct tape as shown on the joint between the dryer internal duct and the elbow DUCT TAPE CAUTION Internal duct joints must be secured with tape otherwise they may separate and cause a safety hazard Installation Instructions ADDING ELBOW FOR EXHAUST THROUGH BOTTOM OF CABINET e 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 CHANGING DIRECTION OF DOOR OPENING 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 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 tUP and OUT Rotate the door 180 Insert the door on the opposite side of the opening by
12. location 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 REMOVE GROUND STRAP AND DISCARD KEEP a N GROUND WIRE RELOCATE GREEN GROUND SCREW we as HERE STRAIN RELIEF BRACKET White 3 4 UL HOT RECOGNIZED WIRE STRAIN RELIEF 4 10 AWG MINIMUM COPPER CONDUCTORS OR 120 240V 30A POWER JARKED FOR USE OSED LOO INALS WITH UPTURNED ENDS Nor No Installation Instructions Turn off the circuit breaker s 30 amp or remove the dryer s circuit fuse at the electrical box Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall receptacle 3 Remove the power cord cover located at the lower back 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 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 A WARNING
13. moving the doorIN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws inserted in step 1 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 LOOSEN THE TOP REMOVE THE BOTTOM SCREW FROM EACH HINGE ON THE DRYER ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR FACE otherwise they may separate and cause a safety hazard SCREWS FROM EACH HINGE ON THE DRYER FACE HALF WAY OF CABINET SIDES AND BOTTOM EXHAUST PLATE KIT WE1M454 Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to complete the exhaust system Cover back opening with a plate Kit WE1M454 available from your local service provider Place dryer in final location AA WARNING NEVER LEAVE THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE it wE M45 TO REGISTER YOUR DRYER CALL TOLL FREE 1 888 269 1192 Prompt registration confirms your right to protection under the terms of your warranty www GEAppliances com US For Questions on Installation Call 1 800 GECARES US 500A436P005_Rev0 Pub 31 16224 7 MOVE THE DOOR IN AND DOWN UNTIL THE TOP HINGE AND THE BOTTOM HINGE ARE RESTING ON THE TOP SCREWS INSERTED IN STEP 1 SECURE EACH HINGE AT THE BOTTOM AND TIGHTEN THE TWO TOP SCREWS OF EACH HINGE 11 SERVICING Ad WARNING LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR
14. nstallation 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 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 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 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 MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED 4 DIA METAL DUCT RECOMMENDED DN ame an 4 DIA FLEXIBLE METAL SEMI pe UL LISTED eel N DUC IF NEEDED KIT WX08X10077 INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS DIA METAL ELBOW SAFETY GLASSES DRYER POWER CORD KIT NOT PROVIDED WITH DRYER UL RATED 120 240V 30A WITH 3 OR 4 PRONGS IDENTIFY THE PLUG TYPE AS PER THE HOUSE REC
15. tured home e The vent duct material MUST BE METAL e Do not use sheet metal screws or other fastening devices which extend into the interior of the exhaust vent e See section 2 for electrical connection information Installation Instructions 9 DRYER EXHAUST TO RIGHT LEFT OR BOTTOM CABINET AX 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 SCREW AND SAVE DESIRED KNOCKOUT ONE ONLY 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 FIXING HOLE Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A TAB LOCATION BEND TAB UP 45 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 ADDING NEW DUCT FIXING HOLE PORTION A RIGHT OR LEFT SIDE EXHAUST Reconnect the cut portion A of the duct to the blower housing M ake 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 e Preassemble 4 elbow with 4 duct Wrap duct tape around joint Ins
16. ushing the transition duct maximizing drying performance e Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects UL LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL FOIL TYPE TRANSITION DUCT e 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 e 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 e Never install flexible metal duct in walls ceilings floors or other enclosed spaces e Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet 2 4m e Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects e 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 ELBOW HIGHLY RECOMMENDED SIT DRYER ON FLEXIBLE EXHAUST gt DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE EXHAUST LENGTH 6 ALCOVE OR CLOSET I
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search