GE 7.8 cu. ft. Capacity Front Load Electric Dryer with Steam

Dimensions and Installation Information

Electric Dryer Rating

120V/240V 5600W, 25A, 60Hz

120V/208V 4300W, 23A, 60Hz

Exhaust Options

4-way venting: rear, left, right, and bottom. (Right, left, and bottom venting options require Side Vent Kit: GFA28DSVN)

Circuit Requirements

An individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 30-amp circuit breaker or a time-delay fuse, is required.

Installation Note

Dryer wall outlet must be located within 36" of service cord entry and accessible when dryer is mounted in position.

Visual Dimensions

Front View:

• Width: 28 inches (71.2 cm)
• Height (with leveling legs retracted): 39-3/4 inches (101 cm)
• Height (with leveling legs fully extended): 40-5/8 inches (103.1 cm)

Side View:

• Depth: 32 inches (81.28 cm)

Stacked Configuration:

• Total Height: 79-1/2 inches (202 cm)

Additional dimensions noted in diagrams include:

• Riser height: 16 inches
• Pedestal height: 46-3/4 inches (118.7 cm)
• Overall depth with door open (implied by side view context): 54-1/4 inches (137.8 cm)
• Cabinet depth: 22-7/8 inches (58.1 cm)
• Clearance for vent/cord: 6-1/8 inches, 1-5/8 inches, 11 inches, 3-5/8 inches.

Compliance and Listings

• ADA Compliant
• UL Listed by Underwriters Laboratories

Special Installation Requirements

Stacked Installation

Brackets for stacking dryer over washer are not included with the dryer. Order part no. GFA28KITN.

Alcove or Closet Installation

If your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet, it will be labeled on the dryer back. The dryer MUST be exhausted to the outside.

• Minimum clearances between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls or other surfaces: 0" all sides and top.
• Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and must contain a minimum of 60 sq. in. of open area equally distributed.
• If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 sq. in. of open area equally distributed.
• No other fuel-burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet with a gas dryer.

Bathroom or Bedroom Installation

The dryer MUST be exhausted to the outdoors. The installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electric Code and National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223 for gas dryers.

Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installations

Minimum clearances to combustible surfaces: 0" all sides and top. A 1/2" clearance is suggested on each side for improved performance.

Weight, Accessories, and Warranty

Weight

• Carton weight: 142 lbs.
• Product weight: 132 lbs.

Dryer Accessories

Warranty

Dryer Exhausting Information - Metal Duct Only

For complete information, see installation instructions packed with your dryer.

Ducting Materials

For best performance, this dryer should be vented with 4" diameter all rigid metal exhaust duct. If rigid metal duct cannot be used, then UL-listed flexible metal (semi-rigid) ducting can be used (Kit WX08X10077). In special installations, it may be necessary to connect the dryer to the house vent using a flexible metal (foil-type) duct. A UL-listed flexible metal (foil-type) duct may be used ONLY in installations where rigid metal or flexible metal (semi-rigid) ducting cannot be used AND where a 4" diameter can be maintained throughout the entire length of the transition duct. Please see installation instruction packed with your dryer for complete instructions when using flexible metal (foil type) ducting.

Exhaust Length Calculation

1. Determine the number of 90° turns needed for your installation. If you exhaust to the side or bottom of dryer, add one turn.
2. The maximum length of 4" rigid (aluminum or galvanized) duct which can be tolerated is shown in the table.

Note: A turn of 45° or less may be ignored. Two 45° turns within the duct length should be treated as a 90° elbow. A turn over 45° should be treated as a 90° elbow.

Dryers must be exhausted to the outside.

Exhaust Length Table (Maximum length of 4" dia. rigid metal duct)

Cautionary Notes

For personal safety, do not terminate exhaust into a chimney, under any enclosed house floor (crawl space), or into an attic, since the accumulated lint could create a fire hazard or moisture could cause damage. Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct or plenum with a kitchen exhaust, since the combination of lint and grease could create a fire hazard. Exhaust ducts should be terminated in a dampered wall cap to prevent back drafts, bird nesting, etc. The wall cap must also be located at least 12" above the ground or any other obstruction with the opening pointed down.

Venting Diagram Description

Diagrams illustrate the dryer's rear and side views, showing the 55" long power cord, dryer vent connection point, and various clearance measurements (6-1/8", 1-5/8", 11", 3-5/8").

Features and Benefits

• Powersteam: Refresh small loads and dewrinkle larger loads with the power of steam.
• Built-in WiFi: Start, stop, and monitor your laundry from anywhere while receiving real-time notifications and updates.
• Quick Dry: Quickly dries items and small loads for families on the go.
• Reduce Static: Prevents static cling with a gentle mist near the end of the cycle.
• Sanitize Cycle: Sterilize clothing with elevated temperatures designed to kill common household bacteria.
• Wrinkle Care: Prevents wrinkles by extending the tumble without heat.
• Damp Alert: Signals when delicate clothes reach the ideal dampness level for ironing or final air drying.
• Vent Sensor: Provides alerts when a restriction is detected in your dryer vent.
• 4 Way Venting: Easy-to-change venting options provide the ultimate installation flexibility to fit in your home.
• Shallow Depth: This 32" shallow depth unit easily fits into tight spaces like an alcove or closet, making it a suitable solution for homes of any size, without compromising on convenience.
• Reversible Door: Easily reverse your washer and dryer door for superior installation flexibility.
• My Settings: Store preferred dry cycle settings for later use, maximize time, and alleviate adjusting cycle preferences with every load.

Available Models

• Model GFD65ESSVWW - White
• Model GFD65ESPVDS - Carbon Graphite

Contact Information

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