GE GFDS170GHWW Use and Care Manual - Page 14

Installation Instructions STACKING THE WASHER AND DRYER (if desired) BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for local electrical 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. • Service must be performed by a qualified installer. • Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. • Disconnect power before installing. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. WARNING - Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to install dryer. Failure to do so may result in back or other injury. • Avoid Tipping and Rupture of Utility Services. Dryer must be securely attached to the washer. DO NOT place the washer on top of the dryer. Failure to do so could result in personal injury/ death or property damage. • Mobile Home or Manufactured Home Installation - Stacking of a gas dryer is not permitted in a mobile home or manufactured home. MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air opening are: 0" both sides, 3" front/rear and 1" top. Consideration must be given to provide adequate clearance for installation and service. REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION • Your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet, as stated on a label on the dryer back. • The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See the EXHAUSTING THE DRYER section. • Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other surfaces is: 0" either side 3" front and rear 12" top • Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 52". • Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have at least 60 square inches of open area equally distributed. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area equally distributed. • The closet should be vented to the outdoors to prevent gas pocketing in case of gas in the supply line. • No other fuel-burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet with the dryer (gas models only). NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE DRYER, MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM THE WALL IS 5.5 INCHES. GE STACK KIT: Order on-line at GEApplianceParts.com, 24 hours a day or by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal business hours. Part Number GEFLSTACK Accessory Complete Stack Kit 14