GE 500A280P012 Installation, Dryer must be levelled and rest firmly on the floor

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INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT - OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES

Dryer must be levelled and rest firmly on the floor.

SPECIAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

The dryer MUST be exhausted to the outdoor. See EXHAUST INFORMATION section.

Minimum clearances between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other surfaces are:

0 mm (0”) either side

76 mm (3”) front and rear

Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead cabinets, ceilings, etc. is 132 cm (52”).

NOTE: CONSIDERATION MUST BE GIVEN TO INSTALLING AND SERVICING THE APPLIANCE.

Closet door must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and must contain a minimum of 387 cm2 (60 in2) of open area equally distributed. If this closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 774 cm2 (120 in2) of open area equally distributed.

If yours is a gas dryer, the closet should be vented to the outdoors to prevent gas pocketing in case of a gas leak in the supply line.

No other fuel-burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet with the dryer.

MINIMUM CLEARANCES OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATIONS.

Minimum clearances to combustible surfaces and for air opening:

0 clearance both sides and 25 mm (1”) rear.

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION

The dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors with the termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure. (See EXHAUST INFORMATION section.)

The exhaust MUST NOT be terminated beneath the mobile home.

The exhaust MUST NOT be connected to any other duct, vent and chimney.

Provisions must be made for the introduction of outside air into the dryer room. The free air opening shall not be less than 160 cm2 (25 in2).

The exhaust duct material MUST BE METAL.

Do not connect the exhaust duct with sheet metal screws or other fastening devices which extend to the interior of the duct.

The dryer must be attached to the floor following instructions available from the dealer.

Installation must comply with the current CAN/CSA Z240 MH series Mobile Home Installation Codes.

NOTE: CONSIDERATION MUST BE GIVEN TO INSTALLING AND SERVICING THE APPLIANCE.

LEVELING THE DRYER

Adjust all 4 leveling legs to match washer height. Dryer MUST BE LEVEL and rest firmly on all 4 leveling legs.

If yours is a gas dryer, also adjust the two stabilizing legs to contact the floor.

SIDE

VIEW

4 LEVELING

TWO STABILIZING LEGS

LEGS

(GAS DRYERS ONLY)

DUCT LENGTH

For maximum performance, refer to table for maximum allowable length of exhaust system (Exhaust section).

ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY

CAUTION: NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

Note: If the electrical power supply provided does not meet the specifications listed below, call a licensed electrician.

FOR ELECTRIC DRYERS, POWER SUPPLY...

1.Must be of 120/240 volts or 120/208 volts, 60 Hz circuit with wall receptacle as

shown beside.

2.Must be protected with 30A

FUSES OR BREAKERS.

3.Must be WELL GROUNDED.

4. Must CONFORM TO LOCAL CODES.

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FOR GAS DRYERS, POWER SUPPLY...

1. Must be of 120 volts, 60 Hz circuit with wall receptacle as shown beside.

2. Must be protected with 15 or

20A FUSES OR BREAKER.

3.Must be WELL GROUNDED.

4.Installation must be in accordance

with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical code part 1 and/or local codes.

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Contents Use and Care Guide If YOU Need Service Help US Help YOUImportant Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this applianceTo Minimize the Possibility of a Fire Hazard GAS Dryer Must be Exhausted to the OutdoorsDo not Operate the Dryer Without the Lint Filter Place To Minimize the Possibility of InjuryDryer-applied Fabric Softeners or Anti-static Conditioners Reversible Door Instructions Tools NeededInstallation Instructions Exhaust Electric Dryers Alternate Exhaust DirectionsRecommended Maximum Length Installation Dryer must be levelled and rest firmly on the floorInstallation GAS Dryer GAS Burner OrificeGAS Supply Leak TestOperating Your Dryer Care and Cleaning HOW to Load the ClothesHOW to Sort Clothes Suggested Fabric Drying Selections Drying Selections Guide for the Automatic Cycles HOW to Operate Your DryerAccessories About the Drying Center Available on Cleaning Lint from Your Dryer Service personelTry one or more of these suggestions QUESTIONS? USE this Problem SolverProblem Possible Cause Camco Service Telephone Numbers Warranty