How to Convert GE Front Loader Gas Dryer to Propane

Written By
David Clair
David Clair
Published: Nov 3, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Step 1

Unplug the dryer power cord. Turn off the gas valve that leads to the GE dryer.

Step 2

Remove the three screws that connect the control panel to the cabinet. Remove the two screws in the back of the top panel.

Step 3

Lift the top panel up and toward the front of the dryer to disconnect it.

Step 4

Unplug the ribbon cable leading to the control panel. Remove the two screws at the top of the control panel. Lift the control panel off the dryer.

Step 5

Unplug the door switch electrical harness. Remove the two screws at the top of the front panel. Lift the front panel up and away from the dryer to remove it.

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Step 6

Remove the two screws holding the metal bracket in place in front of the drum. Lift the bracket off.

Step 7

Move the idler pulley toward the left under the drum. Lift the drum out of the GE dryer.

Step 8

Unscrew the plug on the gas valve. Install the new plug in its place. The valve is located on the gas burner assembly on the left side of the dryer cabinet.

Step 9

Unscrew the brass orifice metering plug on the top of the gas burner. Install the new metering plug from the conversion kit in its place.

David Clair

David Clair began writing for websites in 2001, creating online marketing content for business owners. He has written for Internet companies including eBay and creates training materials for an online education company. Clair is studying…

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