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... Start Guide 5 Using the Dryer 9 Features 10 Care and Cleaning 11 Installation Instructions Before You Begin 12- 14 Connecting the Inlet Hoses 15 Connecting a Gas Dryer 16-19 Connecting an Electric Dryer 20-22 Exhausting the Dryer 23-29 Final Setup 30... Reversing the Door Swing 31-34 Stacking the Washer and Dryer 36-38 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions... They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 49-90470-1 06-13...
... Start Guide 5 Using the Dryer 9 Features 10 Care and Cleaning 11 Installation Instructions Before You Begin 12- 14 Connecting the Inlet Hoses 15 Connecting a Gas Dryer 16-19 Connecting an Electric Dryer 20-22 Exhausting the Dryer 23-29 Final Setup 30... Reversing the Door Swing 31-34 Stacking the Washer and Dryer 36-38 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions... They are on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. 49-90470-1 06-13...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to play on or near the dryer. DO NOT operate the dryer without the lint filter in or spotted with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that can kill you or ... Read all instructions before using the appliance. DO NOT dry articles that could occur. See "Electrical Connection" located in minor or moderate injury. Keep dryer area clear and free IURPLWHPVWKDWZRXOGREVWUXFWWKHÀRZRIFRPEXVWLRQDQGYHQWLODWLRQDLU The interior of...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury to play on or near the dryer. DO NOT operate the dryer without the lint filter in or spotted with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that can kill you or ... Read all instructions before using the appliance. DO NOT dry articles that could occur. See "Electrical Connection" located in minor or moderate injury. Keep dryer area clear and free IURPLWHPVWKDWZRXOGREVWUXFWWKHÀRZRIFRPEXVWLRQDQGYHQWLODWLRQDLU The interior of...
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... supplier. WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to light any appliance. • DO NOT touch any electrical switch; Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.... IF YOU SMELL GAS: • DO NOT try to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in this or any other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to such...
... supplier. WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to light any appliance. • DO NOT touch any electrical switch; Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.... IF YOU SMELL GAS: • DO NOT try to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. GEAppliances.com ADDITIONAL GAS DRYER WARNINGS WARNING For your safety, the information in this or any other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to such...
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... 12 GFDS255 GFDS250 6 16 4 15 3 13 18 19 4 5 DO NOT dry anything that has ever had anything that has ever had any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to do so can result in death or fire. WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away... must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air dry cycle. To reduce the risk of oil on it (including cooking oils). About the dryer control panel. Failure to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this manual, features and appearance may vary from...
... 12 GFDS255 GFDS250 6 16 4 15 3 13 18 19 4 5 DO NOT dry anything that has ever had anything that has ever had any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to do so can result in death or fire. WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away... must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air dry cycle. To reduce the risk of oil on it (including cooking oils). About the dryer control panel. Failure to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this manual, features and appearance may vary from...
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...to water or weather. • To reduce the risk of the dryer control system. • Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct and replace with the customer.) 12 BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions completely and...", "WARNING", or "CAUTION". Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Web site at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca This is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door. • Service information and the ...
...to water or weather. • To reduce the risk of the dryer control system. • Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil duct and replace with the customer.) 12 BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions for local electrical inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions completely and...", "WARNING", or "CAUTION". Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Web site at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca This is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door. • Service information and the ...
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...rear 1" top 52" from top and bottom of at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor for test gauge connection, must conform to the dryer. Gas Dryers Only: • No other fastening devices which extend into the interior of the exhaust vent. • Provide an opening with AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR .... MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION • Installation must be vented to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. • If the dryer is not applicable, with a free area of door. Place dryer at least 25 square inches for electrical connection information. 14
...rear 1" top 52" from top and bottom of at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor for test gauge connection, must conform to the dryer. Gas Dryers Only: • No other fastening devices which extend into the interior of the exhaust vent. • Provide an opening with AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR .... MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION • Installation must be vented to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. • If the dryer is not applicable, with a free area of door. Place dryer at least 25 square inches for electrical connection information. 14
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Shut-off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. 8" Pipe wrench Level Slip-joint pliers MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED 4" dia. metal duct... PTFE tape 4" dia., UL-listed flexible metal duct (if needed) Gloves Flexible gas line connector Soap solution for electric dryers) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 10" Adjustable wrenches (2) Flat-blade screwdriver Before beginning the installation, turn off Valve Disconnect and discard old flexible...
Shut-off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall. 8" Pipe wrench Level Slip-joint pliers MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED 4" dia. metal duct... PTFE tape 4" dia., UL-listed flexible metal duct (if needed) Gloves Flexible gas line connector Soap solution for electric dryers) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED 10" Adjustable wrenches (2) Flat-blade screwdriver Before beginning the installation, turn off Valve Disconnect and discard old flexible...
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... FOR LEAKS Never use an open flame to test for leaks with soapy solution or equivalent. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS (cont.) The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in death, fire or electrical shock. DO NOT remove ground prong. DO NOT use . Open Gas Valve.... Failure to do so can result in the absence of the dryer, and to the brass fittings. If leaks are found, close the valve, retighten the joint and repeat the soap test. Apply a soap solution. If electrical supply provided does not meet these requirements, it is the owner's...
... FOR LEAKS Never use an open flame to test for leaks with soapy solution or equivalent. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS (cont.) The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in death, fire or electrical shock. DO NOT remove ground prong. DO NOT use . Open Gas Valve.... Failure to do so can result in the absence of the dryer, and to the brass fittings. If leaks are found, close the valve, retighten the joint and repeat the soap test. Apply a soap solution. If electrical supply provided does not meet these requirements, it is the owner's...
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Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (skip for gas dryers) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Slip-joint pliers Phillips screwdriver Before making the electrical connection, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. metal duct (recommended) 4" dia., UL-listed flexible metal duct (if needed) Dryer power cord kit...
Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (skip for gas dryers) TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Slip-joint pliers Phillips screwdriver Before making the electrical connection, turn off the circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer's circuit fuse(s) at the electrical box. metal duct (recommended) 4" dia., UL-listed flexible metal duct (if needed) Dryer power cord kit...
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... upturned ends. Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical shock. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 21 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS For direct wire connections: WARNING - Fire Hazard Use a new UL-listed 240V 30 amp dryer power supply cord with closed ring terminals or spade terminals with the circuit...
... upturned ends. Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical shock. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 21 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS For direct wire connections: WARNING - Fire Hazard Use a new UL-listed 240V 30 amp dryer power supply cord with closed ring terminals or spade terminals with the circuit...
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... strain relief bracket). Remove the power cord cover located at the electrical box. 2. Bring power cord through strain relief. 6. Connect power cord as follows: A. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.) CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) NOTE... #10 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A power supply cord kit marked for use a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer. NOT for use in areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral. 3-wire connection is connected to neutral (center)...
... strain relief bracket). Remove the power cord cover located at the electrical box. 2. Bring power cord through strain relief. 6. Connect power cord as follows: A. Installation Instructions CONNECTING AN ELECTRIC DRYER (cont.) CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) NOTE... #10 AWG minimum copper conductors or 120/240V 30A power supply cord kit marked for use a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer. NOT for use in areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral. 3-wire connection is connected to neutral (center)...
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...as desired. Use the screw saved previously to secure the duct in fire, electrical shock or lacerations. Side opening and connect it to the elbow. Disconnect dryer from the electrical components inside the dryer exhaust duct and save Left Remove desired knockout (one only) Detach and remove...out of the duct to the blower housing. Installation Instructions SIDE VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to right of cabinet for Gas and Electric models. Fixing hole Left side exhaust Reconnect the cut portion (A) of the dryer. Rear opening • Insert the 4" elbow through the rear opening ...
...as desired. Use the screw saved previously to secure the duct in fire, electrical shock or lacerations. Side opening and connect it to the elbow. Disconnect dryer from the electrical components inside the dryer exhaust duct and save Left Remove desired knockout (one only) Detach and remove...out of the duct to the blower housing. Installation Instructions SIDE VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to right of cabinet for Gas and Electric models. Fixing hole Left side exhaust Reconnect the cut portion (A) of the dryer. Rear opening • Insert the 4" elbow through the rear opening ...
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... THE PLATE. (Kit WE1M454.) BOTTOM VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to complete the exhaust system. Pull the duct out of cabinet for Gas and Electric models. Fire Hazard Close the back opening with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from electrical supply. Detach and remove the bottom knockout. ... arm guards. Use 4" rigid metal ducting only inside the dryer exhaust duct and save Bottom Remove desired knockout (one only) Remove the screw inside the dryer. Place dryer in fire, electrical shock or lacerations. Disconnect dryer from your local service provider. Remove screw and save . Cover...
... THE PLATE. (Kit WE1M454.) BOTTOM VENTING: Dryer Exhaust to complete the exhaust system. Pull the duct out of cabinet for Gas and Electric models. Fire Hazard Close the back opening with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from electrical supply. Detach and remove the bottom knockout. ... arm guards. Use 4" rigid metal ducting only inside the dryer exhaust duct and save Bottom Remove desired knockout (one only) Remove the screw inside the dryer. Place dryer in fire, electrical shock or lacerations. Disconnect dryer from your local service provider. Remove screw and save . Cover...
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... Internal duct joints must be secured with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from your local service provider. Place dryer in the base. Cover back opening and connect to pull or damage the electrical wires inside the dryer when inserting the duct. • Apply duct tape as shown on the appliance base. • Insert the...Instructions BOTTOM VENTING (cont.) ADDING A NEW DUCT • Through the rear opening, locate the tab in place through the tab on the joint between the dryer internal duct and the elbow, and also the joint between the elbow and the bottom duct. Be sure not to the...
... Internal duct joints must be secured with a plate (Kit WE1M454) available from your local service provider. Place dryer in the base. Cover back opening and connect to pull or damage the electrical wires inside the dryer when inserting the duct. • Apply duct tape as shown on the appliance base. • Insert the...Instructions BOTTOM VENTING (cont.) ADDING A NEW DUCT • Through the rear opening, locate the tab in place through the tab on the joint between the dryer internal duct and the elbow, and also the joint between the elbow and the bottom duct. Be sure not to the...
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... handle spacer) 2 - #8 x 1/2" Screws (door mask) 2 - #10 x 5/8" Screws (hinge) 1 - #8 x 3/8" Screws 2 - #10 x 5/8" Screws (hinge pin) (panel plug) 2 - Door Mask 1 - Handle Spacer BEFORE YOU START Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet. 1 - Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired) IMPORTANT NOTES • Read the instructions all references to reverse the door swing is completed...
... handle spacer) 2 - #8 x 1/2" Screws (door mask) 2 - #10 x 5/8" Screws (hinge) 1 - #8 x 3/8" Screws 2 - #10 x 5/8" Screws (hinge pin) (panel plug) 2 - Door Mask 1 - Handle Spacer BEFORE YOU START Unplug the dryer from its electrical outlet. 1 - Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (if desired) IMPORTANT NOTES • Read the instructions all references to reverse the door swing is completed...
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...see if outside wall damper operates easily. • Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load). • Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take too long to dry. Separate large, heavy fabrics into the outlet. •.... • If the light on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. Exhaust system is normal. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is normal. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! You may be ...
...see if outside wall damper operates easily. • Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally, a well-sorted washer load is a well-sorted dryer load). • Large, heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take too long to dry. Separate large, heavy fabrics into the outlet. •.... • If the light on the following pages, or visit GEAppliances.com. Exhaust system is normal. NOTE: Electric dryers use 2 fuses/breakers, make sure the dryer venting is correct. • Make sure ducting is normal. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! You may be ...
Quick Specs
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... cu. capacity RightHeight™ Design Front Load electric dryer with your dryer. 34-3/8 7-3/4 3/4 24-3/8 25-7/8 27-7/8 For answers to your Monogram,® Cafe™ Series or Profile™ Series appliance questions, visit our website at geappliances.com or call GE Answer Center® service, 800.626.2000.... 23-1/8 24-3/8 28-1/2 34-1/8 34-1/2 2-1/4 Specification Revised 3/14 Listed by a 30-amp circuit breaker or a time-delay fuse, is 47 mounted in inches) Electric Dryer Rating 28 240V 5400W, 25A...
... cu. capacity RightHeight™ Design Front Load electric dryer with your dryer. 34-3/8 7-3/4 3/4 24-3/8 25-7/8 27-7/8 For answers to your Monogram,® Cafe™ Series or Profile™ Series appliance questions, visit our website at geappliances.com or call GE Answer Center® service, 800.626.2000.... 23-1/8 24-3/8 28-1/2 34-1/8 34-1/2 2-1/4 Specification Revised 3/14 Listed by a 30-amp circuit breaker or a time-delay fuse, is 47 mounted in inches) Electric Dryer Rating 28 240V 5400W, 25A...
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...GE-CARES. 5-3/8 1-5/8 11-5/8 52" 4-5/8" 25-3/8" 3-5/8 For answers to your dryer is 52". • C loset doors must be exhausted to overhead cabinets, ceilings, etc. For more information on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be installed in . capacity RightHeight™ Design Front Load electric dryer with the National Electric... Code and National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223 for installation in an alcove or closet, it will be stated on a label on venting kits and accessories, please call GE Answer Center® ...
...GE-CARES. 5-3/8 1-5/8 11-5/8 52" 4-5/8" 25-3/8" 3-5/8 For answers to your dryer is 52". • C loset doors must be exhausted to overhead cabinets, ceilings, etc. For more information on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be installed in . capacity RightHeight™ Design Front Load electric dryer with the National Electric... Code and National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223 for installation in an alcove or closet, it will be stated on a label on venting kits and accessories, please call GE Answer Center® ...
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...60 ft. 45 ft. 2 45 ft. 35 ft. DCVH480 3 35 ft. 25 ft. 0 46 ft. 37 ft. 1 37 ft. 30 ft. ft. (DSKS, DSKP) electric dryers 2 30 ft. 22 ft. 3 23 ft. 15 ft. 0 56 ft. 42 ft. 1 48 ft. 34 ft. Laundry Center GTUP270, GTUN275 2 40 ft. 26 ft. ... For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. All Long Vent 6.0 - 8.3 cu. ft. All 3.6 cu. The total vent system length includes all rigid metal exhaust duct. capacity RightHeight™ Design Front Load electric dryer with your installation. Exhaust Length Calculation: 1. Determine the number of ...
...60 ft. 45 ft. 2 45 ft. 35 ft. DCVH480 3 35 ft. 25 ft. 0 46 ft. 37 ft. 1 37 ft. 30 ft. ft. (DSKS, DSKP) electric dryers 2 30 ft. 22 ft. 3 23 ft. 15 ft. 0 56 ft. 42 ft. 1 48 ft. 34 ft. Laundry Center GTUP270, GTUN275 2 40 ft. 26 ft. ... For more information on venting kits and accessories, please call 1-800-GE-CARES. All Long Vent 6.0 - 8.3 cu. ft. All 3.6 cu. The total vent system length includes all rigid metal exhaust duct. capacity RightHeight™ Design Front Load electric dryer with your installation. Exhaust Length Calculation: 1. Determine the number of ...
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... continually monitor temperature with steam Features and Benefits • Built-in riser - capacity RightHeight™ Design Front Load electric dryer with a sensor bar that pauses and reverses direction to prevent over-drying • Model GFDR270EHWW - Twisted sheets and comforters are a thing of steam • Steam Dewrinkle - Keep your clothes looking and feeling their... and unload clothes, and use the top as a folding surface, with a setting that measures moisture to separate items and reduce wrinkling • Steam Refresh - GFDR270EH GE® 8.1 cu.
... continually monitor temperature with steam Features and Benefits • Built-in riser - capacity RightHeight™ Design Front Load electric dryer with a sensor bar that pauses and reverses direction to prevent over-drying • Model GFDR270EHWW - Twisted sheets and comforters are a thing of steam • Steam Dewrinkle - Keep your clothes looking and feeling their... and unload clothes, and use the top as a folding surface, with a setting that measures moisture to separate items and reduce wrinkling • Steam Refresh - GFDR270EH GE® 8.1 cu.