GE PCVH480EK, PCVH485EK Electrical Requirements For Electric Dryers, Grounding Instructions

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Installation Instructions

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS

This dryer must be connected to an individual branch circuit, protected by the required time- delay fuses or circuit breakers. A three- or four- 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.

NOTE: For Canadian consumers with models PCVH480 and PCVH485, cord set installation is not required. Please skip to the next section, Exhausting the Dryer.

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)

NOTE: Since January 1, 1996, the National Electrical Code requires that new constructions utilize a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer.

A 4-wire cord must also be used where local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral.

3-wire connection is NOT for use on new construction.

Ground strap

 

Green wire from

Bracket

power cord

 

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CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) (cont.)

1.Turn off the circuit breaker(s) (30 amp) or remove the dryer’s circuit fuse at the electrical box.

2.Be sure the dryer cord is unplugged from the wall receptacle.

3.Remove the power cord cover located at the upper back.

4.Remove the green ground screw and attach the ground strap to the center terminal along with the (white) neutral line described below. Keep the green ground screw for Step 7.

5.Bring the power cord through the bracket .

6.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.Reinstall the cover.

WARNING – NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

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Dryers Proper Installation Your Laundry Area When not Using Your Dryer Quick Start PowerDry Cycles Timed DrySensor Dry Level Dry Temp Clean Lint Filter messageDelay Start Extend TumbleDamp Alert Lock SignalDry Labels Care and Cleaning of the DryerSorting and Loading Hints Fabric Care Labels Before YOU Begin For Your SafetyDryer Dimensions Unpacking Your DryerElectrical Connection Bathroom or Bedroom Installation Undercounter InstallationMobile or Manufactured Home Installation Materials YOU will Need Tools YOU will NeedGrounding Instructions Electrical Requirements For Electric DryersConnecting Dryer Using 3-WIRE Connection Installation Instructions Connecting AN Electric DryerExhaust System Checklist Tools and Materials YOU will Need to Install Exhaust DuctDo not Connecting the Dryer to House VentUSE only Metal Duct 4″ Diameter 102 mm Standard Rear Exhaust Recommended Configuration to Minimize Exhaust BlockageAdding a NEW Duct Side VentingBottom Venting Side VentingBottom Venting Servicing Level the DryerPlug Dryer Dryer StartupHardware Used Important NotesBefore YOU Start Remove the Door AssemblyReplace Door Assembly Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces Installation Preparation Installing the Stack Bracket KITInstall Bracket to Washer Install Dryer and Bracket on DryerFinalize the Installation GEAppliances.com Before you call for service… Timed DRY Clothes shrink What Is Not Covered in the United States We Will ReplaceWarrantor General Electric Company. Louisville, KY What Is Not Covered in Canada GE Dryer Warranty. For customers in CanadaConsumer Support
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