Questions on Installation? Call: 800.GE.CARES (US) WARNING RISK OF FIRE 4" DIA. METAL DUCT (RECOMMENDED) 4" DUCT CLAMPS (2) OR 4" SPRING CLAMPS (2)

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1 Installation Instructions Electric Dryer 01 Questions on Installation? Call: 800.GE.CARES (US) (US) PEDESTALS FOR DRYERS (comes with individual installation instructions) Three models available: - SBSD107H - SBSD137H - SBSD227F BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT- IMPORTANT- Note to Installer - Note to Customer - WARNING RISK OF FIRE NOTE: Installation and service of this dryer requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. It is your responsibility to contact a qualied installer to make the electrical connections. TOOLS YOU WILL NEED SLIP JOINT PLIERS FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER LEVEL 4" DIA. METAL DUCT (RECOMMENDED) 4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT (IF NEEDED) KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS) 4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE) UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT (IF NEEDED.) MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED 4" DUCT CLAMPS (2) OR 4" SPRING CLAMPS (2) 4" DIA. METAL ELBOW DUCT TAPE EXHAUST HOOD GLOVES 4 COVER PLATE (IF NEEDED (KIT WE1M454) SAFETY GLASSES 3/4" STRAIN RELIEF UL RECOGNIZED DRYER POWER CORD KIT (NOT PROVIDED WITH DRYER) UL RATED 120/240V,30A WITH 3 OR 4 PRONGS. IDENTIFY THE PLUG TYPE AS PER THE HOUSE RECEPTACLE BEFORE PURCHASING LINE CORD. 234D1582P GE

2 Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installation must 1 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION OF NEW DRYER TIP: Install your dryer before installing your washer. This will allow better access when installing dryer exhaust. REMOVING LINT FROM WALL EXHAUST OPENING Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition duct and replace with UL listed transition duct. INTERNAL DUCT OPENING WALL CHECK THAT EXHAUST HOOD DAMPER OPENS AND CLOSES FREELY. TILT THE DRYER SIDEWAYS AND REMOVE THE FOAM SHIPPING PADS BY PULLING AT THE SIDES AND BREAKING THEM AWAY FROM THE DRYER LEGS. BE SURE TO REMOVE ALL OF THE FOAM PIECES AROUND THE LEGS. 2 ELECTRICAL 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. NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING DRYER USING 4-WIRE CONNECTION (MUST BE USED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION) NOTE: Since January 1,1996, the National Electric code requires that the new constructions utilize a 4-wire connection to an electric dryer. REMOVE GROUND STRAP AND DISCARD. KEEP GREEN GROUND SCREW COVER SCREWS (3) L1 N L2 NEUTRAL (White) HOT WIRE HOT WIRE RELOCATE GREEN GROUND SCREW HERE GREEN OR YELLOW WIRE 3/4", UL RECOGNIZED STRAIN RELIEF 4 #10 AWG MINIMUM COPPER CONDUCTORS OR 120/240V 30A POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT MARKED FOR USE WITH DRYERS & PROVIDED WITH CLOSED LOOP OR SPADE TERMINALS WITH UPTURNED ENDS (NOT SUPPLIED). STRAIN RELIEF BRACKET WARNING: NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK.

3 CONNECTING DRYER USING 3-WIRE CONNECTION IF REQUIRED, BY LOCAL CODE, INSTALL EXTERNAL GROUND (NOT PROVIDED) TO GROUNDED METAL, COLD WATER PIPE, OR OTHER ESTABLISHED GROUND DETERMINED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. COVER SCREWS (3) GREEN GROUND SCREW 3-wire Connection Installation Instructions GROUND STRAP L1 L2 NEUTRAL (White) HOT WIRE HOT WIRE STRAIN RELIEF BRACKET 3/4", UL RECOGNIZED STRAIN RELIEF 3 #10 AWG MINIMUM COPPER CONDUCTORS OR 120/240V 30A POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT MARKED FOR USE WITH DRYERS & PROVIDED WITH CLOSED LOOP OR SPADE TERMINALS WITH UPTURNED ENDS (NOT SUPPLIED). 3 EXHAUST 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 EX- HAUST LENGTH TABLE. The correct exhaust installation is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. Problems due to incorrect installation are not covered by the warranty. MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE 4" DIA. EXHAUST LENGTH RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH Exhaust Hood Types Use only for short Recommended run installations 4" DIA. 4" DIA. WARNING: NEVER LEAVE THE COVER OFF OF THE TERMINAL BLOCK. No. of 90 Elbows " Rigid Metal 90 Feet 60 Feet 45 Feet 35 Feet 25 Feet Rigid Metal 60 Feet 45 Feet 35 Feet 25 Feet 15 Feet 2-1/2" EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LIST HOOD OR WALL CAP SEPARATION OF TURNS TURNS OTHER THAN 90º

4 SEALING OF JOINTS INSULATION 4 EXHAUST CONNECTION Installation Instructions DUCT TAPE OR DUCT CLAMP 4" METAL DUCT CUT TO PROPER LENGTH STANDARD REAR EXHAUST (Vented at oor level) For straight line installation, connect the dryer exhaust to the external exhaust hood using duct tape or clamp. EXTERNAL DUCT OPENING DUCT TAPE OR DUCT CLAMP WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:. THIS DRYER COMES READY FOR REAR EX- HAUSTING. IF SPACE IS LIMITED, USE THE INSTRUCTIONS IN STEP 9 TO EXHAUST DIRECTLY FROM THE SIDE OR BOTTOM OF THE CABINET. ELBOW HIGHLY RECOMMENDED NOTE: WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND SOLID METAL EXHAUST DUCTING. HOWEVER, IF FLEXIBLE DUCTING IS USED IT MUST BE UL-LISTED METAL, NOT PLASTIC. STANDARD REAR EXHAUST (Vented above oor level) ELBOW HIGHLY RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION TO MINIMIZE EXHAUST BLOCKAGE. NOTE: ELBOWS WILL PREVENT DUCT KINKING AND COLLAPSING. CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID) TRANSITION DUCT

5 UL-LISTED FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL-TYPE) TRANSITION DUCT For best drying performance 5 LEVELING YOUR DRYER LEVEL FRONT-TO-BACK 4 LEVELING LEGS LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE 6 ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION MUST EXHAUST INFORMATION NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 in. 7 BATHROOM OR BEDROOM INSTALLATION

6 8 MOBILE OR MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION Installation Instructions TAB LOCATION BEND TAB UP 45 o Through the rear opening, locate the tab in the middle of the appliance base. Lift the tab to about 45º using a flat blade screwdriver. ADDING NEW DUCT 9 GARAGE INSTALLATION (IF ALLOWED BY LOCAL CODES) FIXING HOLE PORTION "A" 10 DRYER EXHAUST TO RIGHT, LEFT OR BOTTOM CABINET WARNING - BEFORE PERFORMING THIS EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. PROTECT YOUR HANDS AND ARMS FROM SHARP EDGES WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE CABINET. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES. REMOVE SCREW AND SAVE. REMOVE DESIRED KNOCKOUT (ONE ONLY). Detach and remove the bottom, right or left side knockout as desired. Remove the screw inside the dryer exhaust duct and save. Pull the duct out of the dryer. ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO LEFT SIDE OF CABINET CAUTION: Be sure not to pull or damage the electrical wires inside the dryer when inserting the duct. EXHAUST CAN BE ADDED TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE RIGHT OR LEFT SIDE EXHAUST B FIXING HOLE A DUCT TAPE 11 1/4" Cut the duct as shown and keep portion A.

7 ADDING ELBOW FOR EXHAUST THROUGH BOTTOM OF CABINET DUCT TAPE Installation Instructions CAUTION: Internal duct joints must be secured with tape, otherwise they may separate and cause a safety hazard. 11 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (OPTIONAL) IMPORTANT NOTES IMPORTANT: TOOLS YOU WILL NEED CAUTION: Internal duct joints must be secured with tape, otherwise they may separate and cause a safety hazard. ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET (SIDES AND BOTTOM EXHAUST DOOR PARTS PL ATE (KIT WE1M454) WARNING-NEVER LEAVE THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE (Kit WE1M454).

8 BEFORE YOU START 2 #8 Machine Screws 6 #10 Large Screws REMOVE DOOR ASSEMBLY Remove the four screws. 2 #8 Machine Screws NOTE:

9 REMOVE HINGE IMPORTANT: REINSTALL HINGE ASSEMBLY

10 REINSTALL NUTS AND HINGE COVER REASSEMBLE DOOR ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT:

11 REINSTALL DOOR ASSEMBLY MOVE STRIKE BRACKET 12SERVICING WARNING-LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO DISCONNECTING WHEN SERVICING CONTROLS. WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE IMPROPER AND DANGEROUS OPERATION AFTER SERVICING/INSTALLATION.

12 ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS 27" 31 1/8" 1 5/8" 41 1/2" 4 1/2" 27" 30 5/8" 11 3/4" 53 5/8" 39 1/8" 40 1/4" 13 3/8" 17" 11 3/4"