GE PFDS450, PFDN440, PFMN445, PFDS455, PFMS450, PFMN440, PFDN445, PFMS455 Before YOU Begin

Installation Instructions

STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

•IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local electrical inspector’s use.

•IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

•Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.

•Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future reference.

•Service must be performed by a qualified installer.

•Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

WARNING –

•Electric Shock Hazard. Disconnect power before installing. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.

•Potential Personal Injury. More than two people are recommended to lift the dryer into position because of its weight and size. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or death.

•Avoid Tipping and Rupture of Utility Services. Dryer must be securely attached to the washer. DO NOT place the washer on top of the dryer. Failure to do so could result in personal injury/death or property damage.

•Mobile Home or Manufactured Home Installation – Stacking of a gas dryer is not permitted in a mobile home or manufactured home.

MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air opening are: 0″ both sides, 1″ front and 3″ rear. Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

•Your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet, as stated on a label on the dryer back.

•The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section.

•Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other surfaces is:

0″ either side

3″ front and rear

•Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 52″.

•Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have at least 60 square inches of open area equally distributed. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area equally distributed.

•The closet should be vented to the outdoors to prevent gas pocketing in case of gas in the supply line.

•No other fuel-burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet with the dryer (gas models only).

NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES.

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