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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.”
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DANGER
WARNING
29" and 27" Wide Models
Gas (U.S.A. and Canada) & Electric (Canada Only)
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE
Modèles de 29" et de 27" de largeur
À gaz (É.-U. et Canada) et Électrique (Canada uniquement)
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W10296135A
W10296136A-SP
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WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
the risk of re or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
– Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable 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.
•
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 re department.
– Installation and service must be performed by a qualied installer, service agency, or
the gas supplier.
•
Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.
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.
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.
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In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:
� Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualied or licensed contractor, plumber, or gastter qualied or licensed by
the State of Massachusetts.
� If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.
� A exible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
IMPORTA NT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Flat-blade screwdriver■
#2 Phillips head ■
screwdriver
Adjustable wrench that ■
opens to 1" (25 mm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
Level■
Vent Clamps■
Pliers■
Gas Installations
8" or 10" pipe wrench■
8" or 10" adjustable ■
wrench
Parts supplied:
Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts
are included.
4 Leveling legs
Parts needed:
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting,
and read “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”
before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system
hardware. For further information, please reference the
“Assistance or Service” section of the “Dryer User Instructions.”
1/4" nut driver or socket ■
wrench (recommended)
Tin snips (new vent ■
installations)
Caulking gun and ■
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
Tape measure■
Utility knife■
Pipe joint compound ■
resistant to LP gas
Location Requirements
You will need:
A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. ■
See “Venting Requirements.”
A separate 30 amp circuit for electric dryers.■
A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for gas dryers.■
If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical ■
outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer.
See “Electrical Requirements.”
A sturdy oor to support dryer and a total weight (dryer ■
and load) of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a
companion appliance should also be considered.
Level oor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire ■
dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended
Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. If not level, clothes
may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may
not operate correctly.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). At
lower temperatures, the dryer 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 dryer 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 dryer.
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433/8"
(1102 mm)
*26"
(660 mm)
29"
(737 mm)
A
15¼"
(387 mm)
433/8"
(1102 mm)
*27¾"
(705 mm)
29"
(737 mm)
B
22¾"
(578 mm)
43
3
/
8
"
(1102 mm)
13¾"
(349 mm)
*27¾"
(705 mm)
29"
(737 mm)
D
433/8"
(1102 mm)
*27¾"
(705 mm)
29"
(737 mm)
C
22¾"
(578 mm)
A
B
C
18"*
(457 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
29"
(737 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
1"*
(25 mm)
14" max.*
(356 mm)
27¾"
(705 mm)
48 in.
(310 cm )
2
*
2
3"*
(76 mm)
3"*
(76 mm)
24 in.
(155 cm )
2
*
2
Installation clearances:
43"
(1092 mm)
13¾"
(349 mm)
*291/2"
(749 mm)
27"
(687 mm)
B
43"
(1092 mm)
*291/2"
(749 mm)
27"
(687 mm)
A
23¾"
(603 mm)
A
B
C
18"*
(457 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
27"
(686 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
1"*
(25 mm)
14" max.*
(356 mm)
29
¼"
(743 mm)
5½"*
(140 mm)
48 in.
(310 cm )
2
*
2
24 in.
(155 cm )
2
*
2
3"*
(76 mm)
3"*
(76 mm)
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.
Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting
Requirements.”
29" Wide Models
Dryer Dimensions
27" Wide Models
Dryer Dimensions
A. Large opening side-swing door
B. Wide opening hamper door
Installation Spacing
A. Small opening side-swing door
B. Large opening side-swing door
C. Wide opening side-swing door
D. Wide opening hamper door
Installation Spacing
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or conned area
C. Closet door with vents
*Required spacing
Mobile home - Additional installation requirements
This dryer is suitable 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) or the Canadian Manufactured
Home Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or conned area
C. Closet door with vents
*Required spacing
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet
installation
The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed.
Additional spacing should be considered for ease of ■
installation and servicing.
Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and ■
oor moldings.
Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is ■
recommended 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.■
Mobile home installations require:
Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase. ■
For further information, please reference the “Assistance or
Service” section of the “Dryer User Instructions.”
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.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
�
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 equipmentgrounding 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.
WARNING:Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualied 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 t the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.
ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP - CANADA ONLY
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Electrical Requirements
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
Do not use an extension cord.■
If using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended that
you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 3394208.
For further information, please reference the “Assistance or
Service” section of the “Dryer User Instructions.”
It is your responsibility:
To contact a qualied electrical installer.■
To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate ■
and in conformance with the Canadian Electrical Code,
C22.1-latest edition and all local codes. A copy of the
above codes standard may be obtained from: Canadian
Standards Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Toronto, ON
M9W 1R3 CANADA.
To supply the required 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, ■
60 Hz., AC only electrical supply on a separate 30-amp
circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual
branch circuit.
This dryer is equipped with a CSA International Certied ■
Power Cord intended to be plugged into a standard 14-30R
wall receptacle. The cord is 5 ft. (1.52 m) in length. Be sure
wall receptacle is within reach of dryer’s nal location.
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
1. To avoid damaging the oor, use a large at piece of
cardboard from the dryer carton. Place cardboard under the
entire back edge of the dryer. See illustration.
2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the console panel).
Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard. See illustration.
3. Examine the leveling legs. Find the diamond marking.
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4. Screw the legs into the leg holes by hand. Use a wrench to
nish turning the legs until the diamond marking is no longer
visible.
5. Place a carton corner post under each of the 2 dryer back
corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the dryer on the corner
posts until it is close to its nal location. Leave enough room
to connect the exhaust vent.
6. Once connection is made and dryer is in nal location,
remove corner posts and cardboard.
For mobile home use
Gas dryers must be securely fastened to the oor.
Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation
Hold-down Kit. For ordering information please reference the
“Dryer User Instructions.”
GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP
WARNING
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 qualied person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 mm) water
column.
Examples of a qualied person include:
licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or re.
A
B
E
D
C
Gas Supply Requirements
Must include a shutoff valve:■
In the U.S.A.:
An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed within
six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.
In Canada:
An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed in
accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual
manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m)
of the dryer.
The shut off valve location should be easy to reach for opening
and closing.
A. 3/8" exible gas connector
B. 3/8" pipe to are adapter tting
C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping
D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line
E. Gas shutoff valve
Gas type
Natural gas:
This dryer is equipped for use with Natural Gas. It is designcertied 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, please reference
the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Dryer User
Instructions.”
LP gas conversion:
Conversion must be made by a qualied technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the dryer from the gas
specied on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting the serving gas supplier.
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.
Gas supply line
1/2" NPT pipe is recommended.■
3/8" approved tubing is acceptable for lengths under ■
20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit.
Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible ■
for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas
connection to the dryer (see illustration).
†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.
Gas supply connection requirements
There are many methods by which your gas dryer can be
connected to the gas supply. Listed here are some guidelines
for two different methods of connection.
Option 1 (Recommended Method)
Flexible stainless steel gas connector:
If local codes permit, use a new exible stainless steel gas ■
connector (Design Certied by the American Gas Association
or CSA International) to connect your dryer to the rigid gas
supply line. Use an elbow and a 3/8" are x 3/8" NPT adapter
tting between the stainless steel gas connector and the
dryer gas pipe, as needed to prevent kinking.
Option 2 (Alternate Method)
Approved aluminum or copper tubing:
Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) can use 3/8" approved tubing ■
(if codes and gas supplier permit).
If you are using Natural Gas, do not use copper tubing.■
3/8" are x 3/8" NPT adapter tting between dryer pipe and ■
3/8" approved tubing.
Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and a ■
different size adapter tting.
If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8" LP ■
compatible copper tubing can be used. If the total length
of the supply line is more than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use larger pipe.
NOTE: Pipe joint compounds that resist the action of LP
gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON®† tape.
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Dryer gas pipe
A
1¼"
(32 mm)
9¼"
(235 mm)
A
*6¼"
(159 mm)
1½"
(38 mm)
WARNING
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 re.
Burner input requirements
The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer ■
has a 3/8" male pipe thread.
29" Wide Model
A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
27" Wide Model
A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
Elevations up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m):
The design of this dryer is certied by CSA International for ■
use at altitudes up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m), above sea level at
the B.T.U. 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 B.T.U. 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
1/2 psi.
Venting Requirements
WARNING:To reduce the risk of re, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
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 heavy metal ■
vent or exible metal vent.
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VENTING
Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if ■
necessary to achieve the best drying performance. Only rigid
or exible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.
If this is a new vent system
Vent Material
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.■
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be ■
used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased by calling
the toll-free number. For further information, please reference
the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Dryer User
Instructions.”
Rigid metal vent:
For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are ■
recommended.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and ■
kinking.
Flexible metal vent:
Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for ■
cleaning.
Must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its ■
4"
(102 mm)
2
½"
(64 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
B
A
C
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper,
carpets, etc.
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
A
B
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
nal location.
Remove excess exible metal vent to avoid sagging ■
and kinking that may result in reduced airow and poor
performance.
Do not install exible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings, ■
or oors.
The total length of exible metal duct shall not exceed ■
7¾ ft. (2.4 m).
Elbows:
45° elbows provide better airow than 90° elbows.■
GoodBetter
Clamps:
Use clamps to seal all joints.■
Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws ■
or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct
and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
Clamp
Exhaust:
Recommended hood styles. Acceptable hood style.
Plan Vent System
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
Other installations are possible.
A. Dryer
B. Elbow
C. Wall
D. Exhaust hood
E. Clamps
Optional exhaust installations:
27" Wide Models can be converted to exhaust out the right
side, left side, or through the bottom. Each kit includes step-bystep instructions. For further information, please reference the
“Assistance or Service” section of the “Dryer User Instructions.”
F. Rigid metal or exible metal vent
G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows
H. Exhaust outlet
I. Optional side exhaust outlet
(27" wide models only)
A. Louvered hood style
B. Box hood style
C. Angled hood style is acceptable
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and ■
insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (305 mm) from the ground ■
or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as
owers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.■
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