Amana NGD7500VW0 Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents ................................................. 2
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TABLEOF CONTENTS
DRYER SAFETY .............................................................................. 2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 4
Tools and Parts ............................................................................ 4
Optional Pedestal ......................................................................... 5
Location Requirements ............................................................... 5
Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 7
Gas Supply Requirements ........................................................... 7
Venting Requirements .................................................................. 8
Plan Vent System ......................................................................... 9
Install Vent System ..................................................................... 11
Install Leveling Legs ................................................................... 11
Level Dryer ................................................................................. 11
Make Gas Connection ............................................................... 11
Connect Vent .............................................................................. 12
Reverse Door Swing .................................................................. 12
Complete Installation ................................................................. 13
DRYER USE .................................................................................. 14
Starting Your Dryer ..................................................................... 14
Stopping Your Dryer .................................................................. 15
Pausing or Restarting ................................................................. 15
Control Locked ........................................................................... 15
Drying and Cycle Tips ............................................................... 15
Status Lights .............................................................................. 16
Cycles ........................................................................................ 16
Options ...................................................................................... 17
Modifiers .................................................................................... 18
Changing Cycles, Options, and Modifiers ................................ 18
End of Cycle Signal ................................................................... 19
Drying Rack Options ................................................................. 19
DRYER CARE .............................................................................. 20
Cleaning the Dryer Location ...................................................... 20
Cleaning the Lint Screen ........................................................... 20
Cleaning the Dryer Interior ........................................................ 20
Removing Accumulated Lint ..................................................... 20
Vacation and Moving Care ........................................................ 20
Changing the Drum Light .......................................................... 21
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................. 21
Dryer Operation ......................................................................... 21
Dryer Results ............................................................................. 22
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ........................................................ 23
WARRANTY ................................................................................. 24
DRYERSAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately_
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
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WARNING - ".isk ofFire"
- Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
- install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes.
- Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials, if flexible metal
(foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance
manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are
known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct
clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
- To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
- Save these instructions.
WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
- WHAT TO DO iF YOU SMELL GAS:
= Do not try to light any appliance.
= Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
= Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.
= Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
- Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or
the gas supplier.
WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.
Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.
For more information, contact your gas supplier.
If a gas leak is detected, follow the "What to do if you smell gas" instructions.
In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:
m Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by
the State of Massachusetts.
m If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.
m A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
IM PORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the dryer.
• Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.
Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to
a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
• Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-
cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
• Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is
used near children.
• Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the door to the drying compartment.
• Do not reach into the dryer ifthe drum is moving.
• Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed
to the weather.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt
any servicing unless specifically recommended in this
Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the skills to
carry out.
• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static
unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.
• Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or
similarly textured rubber-like materials.
• Clean lint screen before or after each load.
• Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent
surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust,
and dirt.
• The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
• See installation instructions for grounding requirements.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSi Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
• 8" or 10" pipe wrench • Level
• 8" or 10" adjustable wrench • Vent clamps
(for gas connections) • Knife
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Pipe-joint compound
• Adjustable wrench that resistant to LP gas
opens to 1" (25.4 mm) or
hex-head socket wrench • Caulking gun and
(for adjusting dryer feet) compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
• 1_" nut driver or socket
wrench • Pliers
• Tape measure
Parts supplied
Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts are
included.
4 Leveling legs
Parts needed
Check local codes and with gas supplier. Check existing gas
supply, electrical supply, and venting. Read "Electrical
Requirements," "Gas Supply Requirements," and "Venting
Requirements" before purchasing parts.
• For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (800.1 mm)
and 37" (939.8 mm), see "Plan Vent System" section for
venting requirements.
I_- sT" --_1
(939.8 ram)
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please refer to the "Assistance
or Service" section.
• Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.
• Metal exhaust system hardware.
NOTE: Do not use leveling legs if installing the dryer on a
pedestal.
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Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of
purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer.
You may select a 10" (254 ram) pedestal or a 15.5" (394 ram)
pedestal with a storage drawer. The pedestal will add to the total
height of the dryer for a total height of approximately
46" (1168 ram) or 51.5" (1308 ram), respectively.
For a garage installation, you will need to place the 10" (254 ram)
pedestal at least 9" (229 ram) above the floor. You will need to
place the 15.5" (394 ram) pedestal at least 3" (76 ram) above the
floor.
Optional pedestal (15.5" [394 mm] model shown)
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dwer or
refer to the "Assistance or Service" section.
Pedestal Height Color Part Number
10" (254 mm) White WHP1000SQ
15.5" (394 ram) White XHP1550VW
15.5" (394 ram) Burgundy XHP1550VM
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Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at [east 18 inches (460 ram) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
You will need
• A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas
dwer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See "Venting
Requirements."
• A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (610 mm) of
either side of the dwer. See "Electrical Requirements."
• A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of 200 Ibs
(90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance
should also be considered.
A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
dwer. (If slope is greater than 1" [25 mm], install Extended
Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 279810.) Clothes may not tumble
properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate
correctly if dryer is not level.
• For a garage installation, you will need to place the dwer
at least 18" (460 mm) above the floor. If using a pedestal, you
will need 18" (460 mm) to the bottom of the dryer.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45°F (7°C).
At lower temperatures, the dwer might not shut off at the end of
an automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will
be exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installation of the dwer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the
same closet as a dwer.
Installation clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to
open fully.
Dryer Dimensions
I'_--_ 50,/_"
11282.7 rnm)
38 ==
(965.2 mm
*Most installations require a minimum 5" (127 mm) clearance
behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See "Venting
Requirements."
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this
dwer. This dwer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 mm)
clearance on the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should
be considered for the following reasons:
• Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
• Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and
floor moldings.
• Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the
dwer to reduce noise transfer.
• For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation
openings in the top and bottom of the door are required.
Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are
acceptable.
• Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
Custom undercounter installation - Dryer only
*Required spacing
1"* _ _[r.----27" --_- _-- 1"*
25 mm 686mm) (25mm)
Closet installation - Dryer only
_ 14" max.
_18" rnin.*
457.2 ram)
I1"*_ 31,/_"_1s....
(25mm) (800mm) (127 mm)
40in,2. =
(3100rnm2)
24in,2. _
(1550mm2)
B
A. Side view - closet or confined area
B. Closet door with vents
*Required spacing
**For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 mm) spacing is allowed.
Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal
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1" I 1"
(25ram)
I1"*_ 31,/2"->15"'*1
(686rnm) (25ram) (25mm) (800turn) (127rnm)
A B
A.Recessed area
B.Side view- closet or confined area
*Required spacing
**For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 mm) spacing is allowed.
Installation spacing for cabinet installation
For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation
openings in the top of the cabinet are required.
7"* (178 mm)
7"* (178ram)
5"** 311/2" 1"*
BB
1" 27" 1"
(127ram) (800ram) (25ram) (25mm)(686 mm)(25 ram)
*Required spacing
**For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 mm) spacing is allowed.
Recommended installation spacing for recessed or
closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer
Thedimensions shown are for the recommended spacing.
48 in. 2 *
(31000 mm 2)
24 in. 2*
(15500mm2)
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3"* (76ram)
3"* (76 ram)
*Required spacing
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51/2"**--_ _ _- 1"
(140ram) (25 ram)
6"* (_52mm)
76"
{1930 ram) _
1" _ ._- 27" -t_-!
(25ram) (686 ram)
*Required spacing
**For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 mm) spacing is allowed.
Mobile home - additional installation requirements
This dryer issuitable for mobile home installations.
The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280
(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction
and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280).
Mobile home installations require:
• Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for
purchase from your dealer.
• Mobile Home Installation Kit Part Number 346764. See "Tools
and Parts" section for information on ordering.
• Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to
introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a
nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer
exhaust opening.
ElectricalShock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. It is also recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this dryer be provided.
GROUNDING iNSTRUCTiONS
m For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded, in the event of malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This dryer is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
WARN ING: improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service
representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to
whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the dryer: if it will not fit the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
if connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 ram) water
column.
Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Gas Type
Natural gas:
This dryer isequipped for use with Natural gas. It is design-
certified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases
with appropriate conversion.
• Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in
your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate
in the door well of your dryer. If this information does not
agree with the type of gas available, contact your dealer or
call the phone numbers referenced in the "Assistance or
Service" section.
LP gas conversion:
Conversion must be made by a qualified technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas
specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting your gas company.
Gas supply line
• Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible
for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas
connection to the dryer (see illustration).
• 1/2"IPS pipe is recommended.
• 8/8"approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for
lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier
permit.
• If you are using Natural gas, do not use copper tubing.
• Lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and a
different size adapter fitting.
• IfyourdryerhasbeenconvertedtouseLPgas,3/8"LP
compatiblecoppertubingcanbeused.Ifthetotallengthof
thesupplylineismorethan20ft (6.1m),uselargerpipe.
NOTE:Pipe-jointcompoundsthatresisttheactionofLPgas
mustbeused.DonotuseTEFLON®ttape.
• Mustincludeashutoffvalve:
Anindividualshutoffvalvemustbeinstalledwithin
6feet(1.8m)ofthedryerinaccordancewiththeNational
FuelGasCode,ANSIZ223.1.Thelocationshouldbeeasyto
reachforopeningandclosing.
A C E
B D
A. 3is" flexible gas connector
B. 3is" pipe to flare adapter fitting
C. 1is" NPT minimum plugged tapping
D. 1/2"NPT gas supply fine
E.Gas shutoff valve
Gas supply connection requirements
Use an elbow and a 3/s" flare x 3/s" NPT adapter fitting
between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as
needed to avoid kinking.
Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON ®1tape.
This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a
listed flexible gas connector that complies with the standard
for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24.
Burner input requirements
Elevations up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m):
• The design of this dryer is certified by CSA International for
use at altitudes up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) above sea level at
the Btu rating indicated on the model/serial number plate.
Burner input adjustments are not required when the dryer is
operated up to this elevation.
Elevations above 10,000 ft (3,048 m):
• When installed above 10,000 ft (3,048 m) a 4% reduction of
the burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate
is required for each 1,000 ft (305 m) increase in elevation.
Gas supply pressure testing
• The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during pressure testing at pressures greater than
1/2psi.
Dryer gas pipe
• The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer
has a 3/s" male pipe thread.
A _ (3811/2"mm)
A. _/2"NPT gas supply line
B. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
*NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe
height must be an additional 10" (254 mm) or 15.5" (394 mm)
from the floor, depending on the pedestal model. For a
garage installation, the gas pipe height must be an additional
18" (460 mm) from the floor.
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of
a building.
If using an existing vent system
• Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
• Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal vent.
• Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if
necessary to achieve the best drying performance.
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