GE DSXH43GFWW Owners Manual - Page 9

Installation Instructions Spacemaker Dryer Models DCXH46 DSXH43 DPXH46 DH43 PSXH43 If you have any questions, in the U.S., call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: ge.com In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or visit our Website at: geappliances.ca BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for local inspector's use. • IMPORTANT - Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Consumer - Keep these instructions for future reference. • Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills. • Completion time - 1-3 hours • Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. • Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS • This product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. • When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, they shall be the T-handle type. • A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. FOR YOUR SAFETY: WARNING • This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outside. Use only rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet. • Never use plastic or other combustible ductwork. See Exhausting section. • This appliance must be properly grounded and installed as described in these Installation Instructions. • Do not install or store appliance in an area where it will be exposed to water/weather. See Location of Your Dryer section. • The National Fuel Gas code restricts installations of gas appliances in garages. They must be 18″ (45.7 cm) off the ground and protected from vehicles by a barrier. See Location of Your Dryer section. • The electrical service to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or in Canada, CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1. • The gas service to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances or the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 or in Canada, CAN/CGA B149.12. The gas dryer is designed under ANSI Z 21.5.1 or ANSI/UL2158-CAN/CSA C22.2 (latest editions) for home use only. This dryer is not recommended for commercial applications such as restaurants or beauty salons. 9