GE Spacemaker DSKS333 - Manual

MODELS DSKS433 AND DSKS333 MUST BE INSTALLED WITH CONTROL PANEL AT BOTTOM
IN ORDER TO OPERATE ADEQUATELY.
UNPACKING AND PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of new dryer.
Check and ensure the existing external exhaust is clean and meets attached installation specifications.
Remove the literature and accesories bag from the dryer drum. Place the literature in a convenient place.
Using foam pads from dryer carton, turn dryer upside down as shown.
Install knobs. For location, refer to “Use and Care” Book.
Dryer is now ready to be mounted above washer using accessory kit.
Remove the foam shipping pads from under dryer.
Move the dryer to the desired location.
Follow the steps in the following pages to connect the dryer to the external exhaust and power supply.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (USA only)
Over washer
- Use Wall Mount Kit WMK-35 or
- Stack Rack DSDR24 or
- Stack Rack DSR-24
For alcove and closet depth and
width requirements see
specific kit instructions
All stacking kits are available
from your local sales outlet.
STACKING KITS FOR DRYERS
(comes with individual installation instructions)
MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
SLIP JOINT PLIERS
GLOVES
SAFETY
GLASSES
DRYER POWER
CORD KIT
(NOT PROVIDED
WITH DRYER)
4" DUCT
CLAMPS (2)
OR
4" SPRING
CLAMPS (2)
EXHAUST
HOOD
3/4" STRAIN
RELIEF
UL RECOGNIZED
4" DIA. METAL
ELBOW
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (SEMI-RIGID)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
(IF NEEDED)
KIT WX08X10077 (INCLUDES 2 ELBOWS)
4" DIA. METAL DUCT
(RECOMMENDED)
4" DIA. FLEXIBLE METAL (FOIL TYPE)
UL LISTED TRANSITION DUCT
(IF NEEDED.) DUCT TAPE
UL RATED
120/240V,30A
WITH 3 OR 4 PRONGS.
IDENTIFY THE PLUG
TYPE AS PER THE
HOUSE RECEPTACLE
BEFORE PURCHASING
LINE CORD.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE
To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation
instructions.
Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified
installer.
Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and in
accordance with local codes.
This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for exhausting the clothes dryer
to the outdoors.
DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting
materials. If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is
installed, it must be UL listed and installed in accordance with
the instructions found in "Connecting The Dryer To House
Vent" on page 4 of this manual. Flexible venting materials are
known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These
conditions will obstruct dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
Do not install or store this appliance in any location where it
could be exposed to water and or weather.
Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave these
instructions with the customer).
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT-
Save these instruc-
tions for local inspector’s use.
IMPORTANT-
Observe all govern-
ingcodes and ordinances.
Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instruc-
tions with the customer.
Note to Customer - Keep these instructions with
your Use and Care Book for future reference.
Before the old dryer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the dryer door.
Service information and the wiring diagram are
located in the control console.
Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the
appliance is used near children.
Install the dryer where the temperature is above
50°F for satisfactory operation of the dryer control
system.
DETERMINE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR DRYER MODEL
This dryer must be connected to an individual branch circuit of proper voltage and frequency as specified on Rating Plate (located inside dryer
door) with no other appliances or fixtures attached.
EXCEPTION:
A 120V receptacle is located on the back on the dryer and is available only for use with a washer that is affixed to the dryer with a WDF-85 kit. It may
not be used for any other appliance or any conditions other than slated above (208 & 240V models only).
Branch circuit must be protected by the required time-delay fuses or circuit brackers 208V or 240V installation - 30 amps 120V installation 15 or 20 amps.
The electrical installation must conform to the national and local codes.
208V AND 240V MODELS ARE NOT APPROVED FOR120 V INSTALLATION.
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER