GE UPVH880 installation instructions Installation Instructions Exhausting the Dryer, Do not

Installation Instructions

EXHAUSTING THE DRYER (cont.)

USING FLEXIBLE METAL DUCT FOR TRANSITION VENTING

Rigid or semi-rigid metal ducting is recommended for use as transition ducting between the dryer and the wall. In special installations when it is impossible to make a connection with the above recommendations, then a UL-listed flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and wall connection only. The use of this ducting will affect dry time. Only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for use with the appliance by the manufacturer should be used. In the United States, the duct must comply with the Outline for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct, Subject 2158A.

If flexible metal transition duct is necessary, the following directions must be followed:

•Use the shortest length possible.

•Stretch the duct to its maximum length.

•Do not crush or collapse.

•Never use flexible metal ducting inside the wall or inside the dryer.

•Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.

•Venting must conform to local building codes.

FOR TRANSITION VENTING (DRYER TO WALL), DO:

•DO cut duct as short as possible and install straight into wall.

DO NOT:

•DO NOT bend or collapse ducting. Use elbows if turns are necessary.

•DO NOT use excessive exhaust length. Cut duct as short as possible.

•DO NOT crush duct against the wall.

•DO NOT set dryer on duct.

•DO use elbows when turns are necessary.

Elbows

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