GE GTUP240GMWW - Manuel (Page 7)

Installation Instructions
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7 EXHAUST CONNECTION
THIS DRYER COMES READY FOR REAR
EXHAUSTING. IF SPACE IS LIMITED, USE
THE INSTRUCTIONS IN SECTION 9 TO
EXHAUST DIRECTLY FROM THE SIDES OR
BOTTOM OF THE CABINET.
WARNING -
TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:
• This apliancce must be exhausted to the outdoors.
• Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust
duct.
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(semi-rigid or foil-type) duct to connect the dryer
to the home exhaust duct. It must be installed
in accordance with the instructions found in
“Connecting The Dryer To House Vent” on page 8 of
this manual.
• Do not terminate exhaust in a chimney, a wall, a ceiling,
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• Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct
with a kitchen exhaust system. A combination of
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• Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This
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hazard.
• Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that
extend into the duct. These fasteners can accumulate
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• Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.
• Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of
the exhaust system, especially at turns and joints.
Exhaust system shall be inspected and cleaned at
least once year.
DUCT TAPE OR
DUCT CLAMP
DUCT TAPE OR
DUCT CLAMP
4" METAL DUCT CUT
TO PROPER LENGTH
EXTERNAL DUCT
OPENING
For straight line installation, connect
the dryer exhaust to the external
exhaust hood using duct tape or
clamp. GAS
INLET
PIPE
CSA (AGA) APPROVED
NEW FLEXIBLE GAS
LINE CONNECTOR
27” DRYER EXHAUST LENGTH
4" DIA.
4"
4" DIA.
4" DIA.
2-1/2"
RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH
Exhaust Hood Types
Recommended
No. of 90º
Elbows
Rigid
Metal
Rigid
Metal
56 Feet
48 Feet
40 Feet
32 Feet 0
1
2
3 42 Feet
34 Feet
26 Feet
18 Feet
Use only for short
run installations
24” DRYER EXHAUST LENGTH
4" DIA.
4"
4" DIA.
4" DIA.
2-1/2"
RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH
Exhaust Hood Types
Recommended
No. of 90º
Elbows
Rigid
Metal
Rigid
Metal
43 Feet
33 Feet
24 Feet 0
1
2 36 Feet
26 Feet
16 Feet
Use only for short
run installations
EXHAUST INFORMATION (CONT.)
EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LIST
HOOD OR WALL CAP
• Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or entry
of birds or other wildlife.
• Termination should present minimal resistance to
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maintenance to prevent clogging.
• Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This
could cause lint build up.
• Wall caps must be installed at least 12 in. above ground
level or any other obstruction with the opening pointed
down.
SEPARATION OF TURNS
For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4
ft. of straight duct, including distance between last turn
and exhaust hood.
TURNS OTHER THAN 90º
• One turn of 45º or less may be ignored.
• Two 45º turns should be treated as one 90º turn.
• Each turn over 45º should be treated as one 90º turn.
SEALING OF JOINTS
• All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of
each section of duct must point away from the dryer.
• Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners that
extend into the duct. They will serve as a collection
point for lint.
• Duct joints can be made air and moisture-tight by
wrapping the overlapped joints with duct tape.
• Horizontal runs should slope down toward the outdoors
1/4 inch per foot
INSULATION
Duct work that runs through an unheated area or is
near air conditioning should be insulated to reduce
condensation and lint build-up.
• For every extra 90° elbow, reduce the allowable vent
system length by 10 ft.
• Two 45° elbows will be treated like one 90° elbow. For the
side exhaust installations, add one 90° elbow to the chart.
• The total vent system length includes all the straight
portions and elbows of the system (transition duct
included).