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..., see installation instructions packed with your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit our website at ge.com or call GE Answer Center® service, 800.626.2000. Ft. Note: Dryer wall outlet must be located within 36" of service cord entry and accessible when dryer is required. DCVH480/485EK GE®... in inches) Electric Dryer Rating 240V 3000W, 12.5A, 60Hz Exhaust Options: 4-way via rear, right, left and bottom. Capacity Frontload Electric Dryer Dimensions and Installation Information (in position.
..., see installation instructions packed with your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit our website at ge.com or call GE Answer Center® service, 800.626.2000. Ft. Note: Dryer wall outlet must be located within 36" of service cord entry and accessible when dryer is required. DCVH480/485EK GE®... in inches) Electric Dryer Rating 240V 3000W, 12.5A, 60Hz Exhaust Options: 4-way via rear, right, left and bottom. Capacity Frontload Electric Dryer Dimensions and Installation Information (in position.
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...; service, 800.626.2000. Ft. GE24STACK (not included) • If your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit our website at ge.com or call 1-800-GE-CARES. Capacity Frontload Electric Dryer Special Installation Requirements: Alcove or Closet Installation: • Stacking Kit - Specification Revised 10/10 Listed by Underwriters Laboratories 360423 of...
...; service, 800.626.2000. Ft. GE24STACK (not included) • If your Monogram,® GE Profile™ or GE® appliance questions, visit our website at ge.com or call 1-800-GE-CARES. Capacity Frontload Electric Dryer Special Installation Requirements: Alcove or Closet Installation: • Stacking Kit - Specification Revised 10/10 Listed by Underwriters Laboratories 360423 of...
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.... The wall cap must be necessary to connect the dryer to the outside. For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. A A 4 B Domestic 2-1/2 dryer models 4.0 cu. capacity models all rigid metal exhaust duct. Specification Revised 10/10 Listed by Underwriters...listed flexible metal (foil-type) duct may be exhausted to the house vent using flexible metal (foil type) ducting. Please see installation instructions packed with 4" diameter all electric dryers Best performance Maximum length of 45° or less may be located at least 12"...
.... The wall cap must be necessary to connect the dryer to the outside. For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. A A 4 B Domestic 2-1/2 dryer models 4.0 cu. capacity models all rigid metal exhaust duct. Specification Revised 10/10 Listed by Underwriters...listed flexible metal (foil-type) duct may be exhausted to the house vent using flexible metal (foil type) ducting. Please see installation instructions packed with 4" diameter all electric dryers Best performance Maximum length of 45° or less may be located at least 12"...
Use and Care Manual
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Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Controls 5-7 Cycle Options 8, 9 Using the Dryer 10 Installation Instructions Before You Begin 11, 12 Connecting an Electric Dryer 14-16 Exhausting the Dryer 17-23 ... . . . .32-34 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty (Canada 36 Warranty (U.S 35 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions DCVH480EK DCVH485EK PCVH480EK PCVH485EK Sécheuses Manuel d'utilisation et d'installation La section française commence à la page 37 Secadoras Manual del propietario e instalación La sección...
Dryers GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions 2-4 Operating Instructions Controls 5-7 Cycle Options 8, 9 Using the Dryer 10 Installation Instructions Before You Begin 11, 12 Connecting an Electric Dryer 14-16 Exhausting the Dryer 17-23 ... . . . .32-34 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Warranty (Canada 36 Warranty (U.S 35 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions DCVH480EK DCVH485EK PCVH480EK PCVH485EK Sécheuses Manuel d'utilisation et d'installation La section française commence à la page 37 Secadoras Manual del propietario e instalación La sección...
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...only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in Installation Instructions. ■ Install or store where it is used. Installation Instructions are included in the back of this manual. ■ Properly ground dryer to prevent property damage, ...personal injury, or death. ■ Do not store or use plastic or other appliance. ■ Installation and service must be exhausted to the outside to the outdoors. For your safety, the information in the vicinity of all governing codes...
...only rigid metal 4″ diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in Installation Instructions. ■ Install or store where it is used. Installation Instructions are included in the back of this manual. ■ Properly ground dryer to prevent property damage, ...personal injury, or death. ■ Do not store or use plastic or other appliance. ■ Installation and service must be exhausted to the outside to the outdoors. For your safety, the information in the vicinity of all governing codes...
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...where the temperature is above 50°F for future reference. • Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • This dryer must be exposed to these instructions with UL-listed duct. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, ...call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca If you are known to Installer - Flexible ducting materials are planning to stack the washer...
...where the temperature is above 50°F for future reference. • Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • This dryer must be exposed to these instructions with UL-listed duct. Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, ...call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca If you are known to Installer - Flexible ducting materials are planning to stack the washer...
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LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for proper operation and service. Installation Instructions UNPACKING YOUR DRYER Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by pulling at the sides and breaking them away from the ...
LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for proper operation and service. Installation Instructions UNPACKING YOUR DRYER Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by pulling at the sides and breaking them away from the ...
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.../NFPA NO. 70 (for electric dryers) or NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223 (for gas dryers). 13 MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION • The installation must conform to the MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY STANDARD, TITLE 24, PART 32-80 or, when such standard is not applicable, with... of open area is required. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must be vented to the outdoors. Dryer installed alone Countertop and side cabinets 60 square inches min. See the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section. • Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and adjacent...
.../NFPA NO. 70 (for electric dryers) or NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI Z223 (for gas dryers). 13 MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION • The installation must conform to the MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY STANDARD, TITLE 24, PART 32-80 or, when such standard is not applicable, with... of open area is required. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must be vented to the outdoors. Dryer installed alone Countertop and side cabinets 60 square inches min. See the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section. • Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and adjacent...
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... LEAVE THE ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK. Be sure the dryer cord is included and installed on Canadian models PCVH480 and PCVH485.) Stacking installations may require a power cord up to 6 feet in accordance with 3 or 4 prongs. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER TOOLS YOU WILL NEED ❒ Slip joint pliers ❒ Phillips...
... LEAVE THE ACCESS COVER OFF THE TERMINAL BLOCK. Be sure the dryer cord is included and installed on Canadian models PCVH480 and PCVH485.) Stacking installations may require a power cord up to 6 feet in accordance with 3 or 4 prongs. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER TOOLS YOU WILL NEED ❒ Slip joint pliers ❒ Phillips...
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...relief bracket). CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) (cont.) 1. Attach ground wire of the terminal block (marked N). 7. Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS This dryer must be run with the circuit ...3-wire connection is unplugged from power cord 15 WARNING - NOTE: For Canadian consumers with models PCVH480 and PCVH485, cord set installation is required. Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely. 8. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,...
...relief bracket). CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) (cont.) 1. Attach ground wire of the terminal block (marked N). 7. Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS This dryer must be run with the circuit ...3-wire connection is unplugged from power cord 15 WARNING - NOTE: For Canadian consumers with models PCVH480 and PCVH485, cord set installation is required. Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely. 8. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,...
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... cord cover located at the electrical box. 2. Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely. 7. Connect the neutral (white) line to green ground screw on cabinet rear. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.) CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION Ground strap Bracket 1. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the terminal...
... cord cover located at the electrical box. 2. Tighten all terminal block screws (3) completely. 7. Connect the neutral (white) line to green ground screw on cabinet rear. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.) CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION Ground strap Bracket 1. Connect the 2 hot lines to the outer screws of the terminal...
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... extend into a common duct with the opening pointed down towards outdoors 1/4″ per foot. TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT ❒ Phillips-head screwdriver ❒ Vent hood EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST HOOD OR WALL CAP • Terminate in any other...; (10.2 cm) duct ❒ Drill with fasteners that runs through an unheated area or is limited, use duct longer than 4 ft. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER WARNING - This will serve as a collection point for inspection and cleaning of a building. • Never terminate the exhaust...
... extend into a common duct with the opening pointed down towards outdoors 1/4″ per foot. TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL EXHAUST DUCT ❒ Phillips-head screwdriver ❒ Vent hood EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECKLIST HOOD OR WALL CAP • Terminate in any other...; (10.2 cm) duct ❒ Drill with fasteners that runs through an unheated area or is limited, use duct longer than 4 ft. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER WARNING - This will serve as a collection point for inspection and cleaning of a building. • Never terminate the exhaust...
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... or other enclosed spaces. • Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet (2.4 m). • For many applications, installing elbows at right). Secure the duct to the wall without kinking and/or crushing the transition duct, maximizing drying performance. • Avoid resting...Transition Duct, Subject 2158A" shall be necessary to connect the dryer to the house vent using a flexible metal (foil-type) duct. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT • For best drying performance, a rigid...
... or other enclosed spaces. • Total length of flexible metal duct should not exceed 8 feet (2.4 m). • For many applications, installing elbows at right). Secure the duct to the wall without kinking and/or crushing the transition duct, maximizing drying performance. • Avoid resting...Transition Duct, Subject 2158A" shall be necessary to connect the dryer to the house vent using a flexible metal (foil-type) duct. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT • For best drying performance, a rigid...
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...into a chimney, under any other obstruction with the opening dampered wall cap. For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1.800.GE.CARES. Two 45º turns within the duct length should be treated as a 90º elbow. A turn of lint and grease could ...is shown in a dampered wall cap to a 4″ opening pointed down. A turn over 45º should be terminated in the table. Installation Instructions WARNING USE ONLY METAL DUCT 4″ DIAMETER (102 mm FOR CANADA). Dryer Exhausting Information-Metal Duct Only Ducting Materials: For best performance, this...
...into a chimney, under any other obstruction with the opening dampered wall cap. For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1.800.GE.CARES. Two 45º turns within the duct length should be treated as a 90º elbow. A turn of lint and grease could ...is shown in a dampered wall cap to a 4″ opening pointed down. A turn over 45º should be terminated in the table. Installation Instructions WARNING USE ONLY METAL DUCT 4″ DIAMETER (102 mm FOR CANADA). Dryer Exhausting Information-Metal Duct Only Ducting Materials: For best performance, this...
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... Internal duct opening . Pull out the wire spacer and swing upward to the wall, using duct tape. Wall side Dryer side 20 Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Remove and discard existing plastic or metal duct and replace with duct tape ... dryer. Wire frame spacer Wire frame spacer Duct NOTE: We strongly recommend using rigid metal exhaust duct. • For straight-line installation, connect the dryer exhaust to its full extension. This will prevent duct kinking and collapsing. RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE Using...
... Internal duct opening . Pull out the wire spacer and swing upward to the wall, using duct tape. Wall side Dryer side 20 Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Remove and discard existing plastic or metal duct and replace with duct tape ... dryer. Wire frame spacer Wire frame spacer Duct NOTE: We strongly recommend using rigid metal exhaust duct. • For straight-line installation, connect the dryer exhaust to its full extension. This will prevent duct kinking and collapsing. RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE Using...
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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. Detach and ... GLOVES. ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET • Tape the connection between the elbow and the side duct. Installation Instructions SIDE VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to side of the dryer.
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. Detach and ... GLOVES. ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET • Tape the connection between the elbow and the side duct. Installation Instructions SIDE VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to side of the dryer.
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... BOTTOM VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to complete the exhaust system. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) SIDE VENTING (cont.) ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET (SIDE EXHAUST) Cover Plate Connect standard... metal elbows and ducts to the bottom of the dryer. WE1M545) AVAILABLE FROM YOUR LOCAL SERVICE PROVIDER. BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. Place dryer in final location. COVER BACK OPENING WITH A COVER ...
... BOTTOM VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to complete the exhaust system. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET. Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.) SIDE VENTING (cont.) ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET (SIDE EXHAUST) Cover Plate Connect standard... metal elbows and ducts to the bottom of the dryer. WE1M545) AVAILABLE FROM YOUR LOCAL SERVICE PROVIDER. BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. Place dryer in final location. COVER BACK OPENING WITH A COVER ...
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... damage the electrical wires inside the dryer when inserting the duct. • While still holding down the pipe and elbow from your local service provider. Installation Instructions BOTTOM VENTING (cont.) ADDING A NEW DUCT • Reconnect the cut Portion "A" portion A of the duct to the blower Fixing hole housing. • Tape the...
... damage the electrical wires inside the dryer when inserting the duct. • While still holding down the pipe and elbow from your local service provider. Installation Instructions BOTTOM VENTING (cont.) ADDING A NEW DUCT • Reconnect the cut Portion "A" portion A of the duct to the blower Fixing hole housing. • Tape the...
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... local codes and ordinances. 24 This appliance is level from side to side and front to rear. 4 DRYER STARTUP Press the POWER button. FINAL SETUP Installation Instructions 1 LEVEL THE DRYER Stand the dryer upright near the final location and adjust the four leveling legs at the corners to ensure that is... properly installed and grounded in length. The dryer is now ready for an extended period of time, allow it to warm up to 6 feet in accordance ...
... local codes and ordinances. 24 This appliance is level from side to side and front to rear. 4 DRYER STARTUP Press the POWER button. FINAL SETUP Installation Instructions 1 LEVEL THE DRYER Stand the dryer upright near the final location and adjust the four leveling legs at the corners to ensure that is... properly installed and grounded in length. The dryer is now ready for an extended period of time, allow it to warm up to 6 feet in accordance ...
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... to switch them in the wrong places. • All screws must be hand-tightened. • Normal completion time to reverse the door swing is completed. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired) IMPORTANT NOTES • Read the instructions all references to the left side-if you begin, do not move...
... to switch them in the wrong places. • All screws must be hand-tightened. • Normal completion time to reverse the door swing is completed. Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired) IMPORTANT NOTES • Read the instructions all references to the left side-if you begin, do not move...
