GE PTDS650GMWT Electrical Requirements, Exhaust Information, Exhaust System Check List

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Installation Instructions

5ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION

WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND PERSONAL INJURY:

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 ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz, and connected to a properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15- or 20- amp circuit breaker or time- delay fuse. If electrical supply provided does not meet the above specifications, it is recommended that a licensed electrician install an approved outlet.

WARNING - THIS DRYER IS EQUIPPED A THREE-PRONG (GROUNDING) PLUG FOR YOUR PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD AND SHOULD BE PLUGGED DIRECTLY INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE-PRONG RECEPTACLE. DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THIS PLUG.

ENSURE PROPER GROUND EXISTS BEFORE USE.

IF LOCAL CODES PERMIT, AN EXTERNAL GROUND WIRE (NOT PROVIDED), WHICH MEETS LOCAL CODES, MAY BE ADDED BY ATTACHING TO THE GREEN GROUND SCREW ON THE REAR

OF THE DRYER, AND TO A GROUNDED METAL COLD WATER PIPE OR OTHER ESTABLISHED GROUND.

6EXHAUST INFORMATION

WARNING - IN 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:

Increase the drying times and the energy cost.

Reduce the dryer life.

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

Recommended

Use only for short

run installations

 

 

 

 

4" DIA.

4" DIA.

4" DIA.

 

4"

 

2-1/2"

No. of 90º

Rigid

Rigid

Elbows

Metal

Metal

0

90 Feet

60 Feet

1

60 Feet

45 Feet

2

45 Feet

35 Feet

3

35 Feet

25 Feet

4

25 Feet

15 Feet

EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LIST

HOOD OR WALL CAP

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.

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. above 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 90º

One turn of 45º or less may be ignored.

Two 45º turns should be treated as one 90º turn.

Each turn over 45º should be treated as one 90º turn.

SEALING OF JOINTS

All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of each section of duct must point away from the dryer.

Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners that extend into the duct. They will serve as a collection point for lint.

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 ½inch 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.

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Contents Before YOU Begin Read these instructions completely and carefullyPreparing for Installation NEW Dryer Disconnecting GASRemoving Lint from Wall Exhaust Opening GAS RequirementsReconnecting GAS Leak TestExhaust Information Electrical RequirementsExhaust System Check List Exhaust Connection Leveling DryerStandard Rear Exhaust Vented above floor level Leveling Legs Stand the Dryer Upright NearRigid Metal Transition Duct Connecting the Dryer To House VentMetal FOIL-TYPE Transition Duct Dryer Exhaust to RIGHT, Left or Bottom Cabinet TAB LocationAdding NEW Duct Bend TABRemove Hinge Screws Rotate Door Reinstall Changing Direction of Door OpeningAdding Cover Plate to Rear of Cabinet PlateWater Supply Requirements Connecting Inlet HosesServicing