Installation Guide

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Stack Bracket Kit
GFA28KITN
Installation
Instructions
31-3000211 09-19 GEA
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.
• Installation must be performed by a qualified
installer.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER
THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET
INSTALLATION
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for
air opening are: 0” both sides*, 0” rear and 0” top.
The rear of the dryer should face a wall.
Consideration must be given to provide adequate
clearance for installation and service.
Remove the packaging.
Flatten the product carton to use as a pad to lay
the dryer down on its back or side. Continue using
the carton to protect the finished floor in front of the
installation location.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR
CLOSET INSTALLATION
• The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors.
• Minimum clearance between dryer cabinet and
adjacent walls or other surfaces is:
0” either side*
0” front
0” rear
0” top
• The rear of the dryer should face a wall.
• Consideration must be given to provide adequate
clearance for installation and service.
• Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated
and have at least 60 square inches of open area. If the
closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must
contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area.
NOTE: WHEN THE EXHAUST DUCT IS LOCATED AT
THE REAR OF THE DRYER, THE CONFIGURATION
OF THE DUCTING MAY REQUIRE GREATER
CLEARANCE.
Gas Dryers Only:
• No other fuel burning appliance shall be installed in
the same closet as a gas dryer.
• The dryer must be disconnected from the gas
supply piping during pressure testing at pressures
greater than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
• A 1/8 inch NPT minimum plugged tapping,
accessible for test gauge connection, must be
installed immediately upstream of the gas supply
connection to the dryer.
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline,
away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18” (46 cm) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
- Explosion Hazard
WARNING
Mobile Home or Manufactured Home Installation –
Stacking of a gas dryer is not permitted in a mobile
home or manufactured home.
• Use two or more people to install dryer.
• 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 may result in serious injury,
death, or property damage.
WARNING
- Excessive Weight
Hazard
Disconnect power before
installing. Failure to do so could
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
INSTALLATION PREPARATION
Stack dryer only on washer. Do not stack washer on
dryer, washer on washer or dryer on dryer.
Do not modify this installation kit. Any modification will
void the product Warranty.
*
For improved performance, a 1/2” clearance is suggested on either side.