GE GTUP240GMWW - Manuel (Page 6)

Installation Instructions

4 LEAK TEST
WARNING :
NEVER USE AN OPEN
FLAME TO TEST FOR GAS LEAKS.
5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION INFORMATION
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
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connected to a properly grounded branch circuit,
protected by a 15- or 20- amp circuit breaker or time-
delay fuse. If electrical supply provided does not meet the
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electrician install an approved outlet.
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.
Dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes and ordinances, or in the absence
of local codes, in accordance with the NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
WARNING -
THIS DRYER IS
EQUIPPED A THREE-PRONG (GROUNDING)
PLUG FOR YOUR PROTECTION AGAINST
SHOCK HAZARD AND SHOULD BE PLUGGED
DIRECTLY INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED
THREE-PRONG RECEPTACLE. DO NOT CUT
OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM
THIS PLUG.
ENSURE PROPER GROUND EXISTS BEFORE USE.
6 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 EXHAUST
LENGTH TABLE.
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• Increase the drying times and the energy cost.
• Reduce the dryer life.
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The correct exhaust installation is YOUR
RESPONSIBILITY. Problems due to incorrect installation
are not covered by the warranty.
Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil
transition duct and replace with UL listed transition duct.
The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE duct length and number of
bends of the exhaust system depends upon the type of
duct, number of turns, the type of exhaust hood (wall
cap), and all conditions noted below. The maximum duct
length for rigid metal duct is shown in the table below.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk
of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance
of electric current. This appliance is equipped with a
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and
a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING -
Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk
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or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it
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Check all connections for leaks with soapy solution or equivalent.
Apply soap solution. Bubbles indicate leaks. Leak test solution
must not contain ammonia which could cause damage to the
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repeat the soap test.