Hotpoint HTX26EASWWW Installation Instructions - Page 16

Installation Instructions EXHAUSTING DRYER (cont.) FINAL SETUP SIDE OR BOTTOM VENTING (cont.) ADDING ELBOW AND DUCT FOR EXHAUST TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF CABINET (cont.) • Apply aluminum foil tape as shown on the joint between the dryer internal duct and the elbow, and also the joint between the elbow and the side duct. DAUlCuTminum TfAoPiEl tape Use 4" rigid metal ducting only inside the dryer. Internal duct joints must be secured with aluminum foil tape, otherwise they may separate and cause a safety hazard. 1 LEVEL THE DRYER Stand the dryer upright near the final location and adjust the leveling legs at the corners to Raise Lower ensure the dryer is level side-to-side Anti-Tip Legs and front-to-back. Then, adjust the two anti-tip legs at the front inner corners, taking care that they are touching the floor to avoid unit tip over. The installation is not complete until this process is finished. ADDING ELBOW FOR EXHAUST THROUGH BOTTOM OF CABINET • Insert the elbow through the rear opening and connect it to the dryer internal duct. • Apply aluminum foil Aluminum foil tape tape as shown on the joint between the dryer internal duct and the elbow, and also the joint between the elbow and the bottom duct. Internal duct joints must be secured with aluminum foil tape; otherwise, they may separate and cause a safety hazard. ADDING COVER PLATE TO REAR OF CABINET 2 PLUG DRYER IN Ensure proper ground exists before use. 3 DRYER START-UP Press the Start button. NOTE: If the dryer has been exposed to temperatures (appearance will vary) below freezing for an extended period of time, allow it to warm up before pressing Start. Otherwise, the display will not come on. The dryer is now ready for use. WARNING - Electrical Shock Hazard Plate (Kit WE49X22606) Connect standard metal elbows and ducts to complete the exhaust system. Cover back opening with the plate (Kit WE49X22606) which can be purchased from GEApplianceparts.com or a local service provider. Place dryer in final location. NEVER LEAVE THE BACK OPENING WITHOUT THE PLATE. (Kit WE49X22606) Disconnect power supply before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. WARNING - Shock Hazard Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing. Service personnel - DO NOT contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: drum light, door switch, igniter, thermostats, flame detector or mica heater, water valve, idler switch, electronic boards. 16