Washers and Dryers - ADA/ANSI and UFAS Requirements

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant appliances from GE Appliances can help to make your home accessible to people with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act establishes accessibility guidelines for many products. We offer an array of appliances for the home that meet ADA compliance requirements .

ADA Compliant Washers, Dryers, and Accessories

The front-load washer and dryer configurations allow for loading and unloading from a wheelchair. Wide, front-opening doors and eye-level controls offer even greater accessibility.

• View ADA Compliant Washers for washers and riser accessories.
• View ADA Compliant Dryers for dryers and riser accessories.

Washer and Dryer ADA Compliance Requirements

For washers and dryers, ADA/ANSI and UFAS requirements are the same; however, local codes may have additional or different standards based on the location. GE Appliances cannot account for all local codes; however our ADA compliant laundry models meet the following requirements:

 

• Washing machines and clothes dryers must be front loading. Stackable models can not be stacked together for ADA compliance.
• Maximum high forward reach for controls and operating mechanisms is 48"; maximum low forward reach is 15".

Risers and Platforms

ADA dryers are only compliant when installed on the floor or on a Riser Accessory . They can not be ADA compliant when stacked or when mounted on a pedestal accessory, which is taller than a riser, because it puts the controls at a height above 48” from the ground.