GE PCVH485EK, PCVH480EK owner manual Proper Installation

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Safety Instructions

Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other

Installation and service must be

flammable vapors and liquids in the

performed by a qualified installer

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

or service agency.

 

 

PROPER INSTALLATION

This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. Installation Instructions are included in the back of this manual.

Operating

Troubleshooting Tips

Consumer Support

Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.

Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to water or weather, which could cause permanent damage and invalidate the warranty.

Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

Remove all sharp packing items and dispose of all shipping materials properly.

Exhaust/Ducting

1Dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside to prevent large amounts of moisture and lint from being blown into the room.

2Use only rigid metal 4diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-in diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outdoors. Never use plastic or other combustible, easy-to-puncture ductwork.

For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions.

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Dryers Proper Installation Your Laundry Area When not Using Your Dryer Power Quick StartSensor Dry Level Dry CyclesTimed Dry Clean Lint Filter message Dry TempDamp Alert Delay StartExtend Tumble Signal LockFabric Care Labels Care and Cleaning of the DryerSorting and Loading Hints Dry LabelsFor Your Safety Before YOU BeginElectrical Connection Dryer DimensionsUnpacking Your Dryer Mobile or Manufactured Home Installation Bathroom or Bedroom InstallationUndercounter Installation Tools YOU will Need Materials YOU will NeedElectrical Requirements For Electric Dryers Grounding InstructionsInstallation Instructions Connecting AN Electric Dryer Connecting Dryer Using 3-WIRE ConnectionTools and Materials YOU will Need to Install Exhaust Duct Exhaust System ChecklistConnecting the Dryer to House Vent Do notUSE only Metal Duct 4″ Diameter 102 mm Recommended Configuration to Minimize Exhaust Blockage Standard Rear ExhaustSide Venting Adding a NEW DuctSide Venting Bottom VentingBottom Venting Dryer Startup Level the DryerPlug Dryer ServicingImportant Notes Hardware UsedRemove the Door Assembly Before YOU StartReplace Door Assembly Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces Installing the Stack Bracket KIT Installation PreparationFinalize the Installation Install Bracket to WasherInstall Dryer and Bracket on Dryer GEAppliances.com Before you call for service… Timed DRY Clothes shrink Warrantor General Electric Company. Louisville, KY What Is Not Covered in the United StatesWe Will Replace GE Dryer Warranty. For customers in Canada What Is Not Covered in CanadaConsumer Support
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