Frigidaire CFLE3900UW3, FFLE3900UW2, FFLE3900UW3, FFLG3900UW2, FFLG3900UW5 Installation Guide
All about the
Installation
of your Laundry Center
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions .....................2
Installation Requirements ..........................4
Unpacking Laundry Center ....................... 13
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Installation Instructions ...........................14
Accessories and Replacement Parts ..........20
A11270803 (February 2019)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 loss of life. Save these instructions.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE
• Ensure the entire dryer exhaust system is clean and free of lint and debris prior to the
installation of your new laundry center. The entire exhaust system should be inspected and
cleaned a minimum of every 18 months with normal usage. Failure to comply with cleaning
your exhaust system will increase the RISK of FIRE.
• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with exible plastic or exible foil venting material. Flexible
venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint. These conditions
will obstruct clothes dryer airow and increase the risk of re.
• DO NOT screen the exhaust ends of the vent system, or use any screws, rivets or other
fasteners that extend into the duct to assemble the exhaust system. NO screen or grate of
any mesh size is allowed to cover the outdoor exhaust opening.
• Install the laundry center according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.
• Laundry Center installation and service must be performed by a qualied installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
• The electrical service to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the
latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada, the Canadian
Electrical Code CSA C22.1 part 1.
• The gas service to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest
edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or in Canada, the Natural Gas
and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. An individual manual shutoff valve must be
installed within 6 ft. (1.83 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
• The laundry center is designed under ANSI Z21.5.1/CSA 7.1 or UL 2158 - CAN/CSA C22.2
No. 112 (latest editions) for HOME USE only. This laundry center is not recommended for
commercial applications such as restaurants, beauty salons, etc.
• Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the laundry center is unpacked. Children might
use them to play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become
airtight chambers causing suffocation. Place all materials in a garbage container or make
materials inaccessible to children.
The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this dryer are not meant
to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Good safe practice and caution
MUST be applied when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Denitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation
or maintenance information which is
important but not hazard-related.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For your Safety
• DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other
ammable liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance. Read product labels
for warnings regarding ammability and
other hazards.
• DO NOT operate the appliance in the
presence of explosive fumes.
• Remove all staples from the carton.
Staples can cause severe cuts, and also
destroy nishes if they come in contact
with other appliances or furniture.
CAUTION
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
To avoid back or other injury, have more
than one person move or lift the appliance.
Installation Checklist
Shipping Hardware
Foam shipping restraint (inside wash
tub) removed and stored
Foam shipping support (underneath
appliance) removed and stored
Leveling
Laundry center is level, side-to-side and
front-to-back
Cabinet is setting solid on all corners
Water Supply
Use only new hoses and verify rubber
sealing washers are installed
HOT supply is connected to HOT inlet and
COLD supply is connected to COLD inlet
HOT and COLD water supply turned on
No leaks present at water supply con-
nections or appliance inlet connections
-recheck in 24 hours
Drain
Stand pipe or wall drain height min. 33”
Drain hose secured in place with cable
tie (shipped in drum)
Exhaust Venting
Free-owing, clear of lint buildup
4 inch (102 mm) rigid or semi-rigid
ducting of minimal length and turns
NO foil or plastic venting material
Approved vent hood exhausted to
outdoors
Child Safety
Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and
any exterior wrapping material immediately
after the appliance is unpacked. Children
should never use these items for play. Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets
or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers,
and can quickly cause suffocation.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Certain internal parts are intentionally not
grounded and may present a risk of electrical
shock if contacted during installation. Do
not contact the following parts while the
appliance is energized:
• Pump
• Drive Motor
• Electronic control boards
• Water valve
Gas Supply (Gas Dryer)
Manual shutoff valve present in supply
All connections sealed with approved
sealer and wrench tight
Conversion kit for LP system
Gas supply turned on
No leaks present at all connections -
check with soapy water, NEVER check
with ame
240v Electric Supply
(Electric Dryer)
Approved NEMA 10-30R or 14-30R
service cord with all screws tight on
terminal block
Approved strain relief installed
Terminal access cover installed before
initial operation
Electrical Power
House power turned on
Laundry Center plugged in
Final Checks
Installation Instructions and Use and
Care Guide read thoroughly
Water enters drum when cycle starts
with lid lowered. Dryer door latches and
drum tumbles when cycle starts.
Registration card sent in
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Pre-Installation Requirements
Tools and materials needed for installation:
• Adjustable pliers
• Phillips, straight, & square bit
screwdrivers
• Adjustable wrench
• Pipe wrench for gas supply (gas dryer)
• LP-resistant thread tape (for natural gas
or LP supply, gas dryer)
• Carpenter’s level
• External vent hood
• 4-inch (102 mm), rigid metal or semirigid metal exhaust duct work
• 3-wire or 4-wire 240 volt cord kit
(electric dryer)
• 4 in. (102 mm) clamp
• Gas line shutoff valve (gas dryer)
• ½ NPT union are adapters (x2) and
exible gas supply line (gas dryer)
• Metal foil tape (not duct tape)
• Inlet hoses (x2)
NOTE
Hoses are not included with washer purchase.
See “Accessories” section for various inlet hose
kits to t your specic installation.
IMPORTANT
This laundry center is internally grounded to
neutral unless it was manufactured for sale
in Canada.
Only a 4-conductor cord shall be used when
the appliance is installed in a location where
grounding through the neutral conductor is
prohibited. Grounding through the neutral
link is prohibited for: (1) new branch
circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3)
recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where
local codes DO NOT permit grounding
through the neutral.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - NEMA 10-30R or NEMA
14-30R receptacle to be located so the power
supply cord is accessible when the dryer is in
the installed position.
GROUNDING CONNECTION - See “Grounding
requirements” in Electrical Installation section.
WARNING
Improper grounding of the laundry center
may cause serious injury or death. Check
with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
NOTE
Because of potentially inconsistent voltage
capabilities, the use of this dryer with
power created by gas powered generators,
solar powered generators, wind powered
generators or any other generator other
than the local utility company is not
recommended.
Electrical requirements for
Laundry Center with electric
dryer
CIRCUIT - Individual 30 amp. branch circuit
fused with 30 amp. time delay fuses or circuit
breakers.
POWER SUPPLY - 3-wire or 4-wire, 240 volt,
single phase, 60 Hz, Alternating Current.
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Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
3-WIRE POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT
(not supplied)
3-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 10-30R)
The dryer MUST employ a 3-conductor power
supply cord NEMA 10-30 type SRDT rated at
240 volt AC minimum, 30 amp, with 3 open
end spade lug connectors with upturned ends
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
or closed loop connectors and marked for use
with clothes dryers. For 3-wire cord connection
instructions see ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
FOR A 3-WIRE SYSTEM.
4-WIRE POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT
(not supplied)
4-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 14-30R)
The dryer MUST employ a 4-conductor power
supply cord NEMA 14-30 type SRDT or DRT
(as required) rated at 240 volt AC minimum,
30 amp, with 4 open end spade lug connectors
with upturned ends or closed loop connectors
and marked for use with clothes dryers. For
4-wire cord connection instructions see ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FOR A 4-WIRE SYSTEM.
NOTE
Laundry centers manufactured for sale in
Canada have factory-installed, 4-wire power
supply cord (NEMA 14-30R).
Electrical requirements for
Laundry Center with gas dryer
WARNING
Improper grounding of the laundry center.
may cause serious injury or death. Check
with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized and
grounded 15 amp. branch circuit fused with 15
amp. time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY - 2-wire, with ground, 120
volt, single phase, 60 Hz, Alternating Current.
POWER SUPPLY CORD - The dryer is equipped
with a 120 volt 3-wire power cord.
GROUNDING CONNECTION - See “Grounding
requirements” in Electrical Installation section.
Gas supply requirements
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Uncoated copper tubing will corrode when
subjected to natural gas, causing gas leaks.
Use ONLY black iron, stainless steel, or
plastic-coated brass piping for gas supply.
1. Installation MUST conform with local codes,
or in the absence of local codes, with the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition).
2. The gas supply line should be 1/2 inch
(1.27 cm) pipe.
3. If codes allow, exible metal tubing may be
used to connect your dryer to the gas supply line. The tubing MUST be constructed
of stainless steel or plastic-coated brass.
4. The gas supply line MUST have an individual shutoff valve installed in accordance
with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code.
5. A 1/8 inch (0.32 cm) N.P.T. plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection,
MUST be installed immediately upstream of
the gas supply connection to the dryer.
6. The dryer MUST be disconnected from
the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures in excess of 1/2
psig (3.45 kPa).
7. The dryer MUST be isolated from the gas
supply piping system during any pressure
testing of the gas supply piping system at
test pressures equal to or less than 1/2
psig (3.45 kPa).
8. Connections for the gas supply must comply with the Standard for Connectors for
Gas Appliances, ANSI Z21.24 - CSA 6.10.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Correct
Water supply requirements
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed
within 42 inches (107 cm) of your washer’s
water inlet. The faucets MUST be 3/4 inch (1.9
cm) with threading for laundry hose connection.
Water pressure MUST be between 10 psi
(0.69 bars) and 120 psi (8.27 bars). Pressure
difference between hot and cold cannot be
more than 10 psi. Your water department can
advise you of your water pressure.
NOTE
Washers connected to water supplies with
lower inlet pressure will experience longer
lling times and may not complete cycles as
quickly.
Drain system requirements
1. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals
(64.3 L) per minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm)
minimum.
3. Standpipe height above the oor should be:
Minimum height: 33 in. (84 cm)
Maximum height: 96 in. (244 cm)
NOTE
For installations requiring a longer drain
hose, have a qualied technician install a
longer drain hose (according to your model
number) available from an authorized parts
distributor. For drain systems in the oor,
install a syphon break kit available from your
local hardware store.
Exhaust system requirements
Use only 4 inch (102 mm) diameter rigid or
exible metal duct and approved vent hood
which has a swing-out damper(s) that open
when the dryer is in operation. When the
dryer stops, the dampers automatically close
to prevent drafts and the entrance of insects
and rodents. To avoid restricting the outlet,
maintain a minimum of 12 inches (30.5 cm)
clearance between the vent hood and the
ground or any other obstruction.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
Failure to follow these instructions can create
excessive drying times and re hazards.
The following are specic requirements
for proper and safe operation of your
dryer.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
DO NOT install a clothes dryer with exible
plastic or metal foil venting materials.
Flexible venting materials are known to
collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint.
These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer
airow and increase the risk of re.
If your present system is made up of plastic
duct or metal foil duct, replace it with a
rigid or semi-rigid metal duct. Also, ensure
the present duct is free of any lint prior to
installing dryer duct.
96"
(244cm)
max.
6
33"
(84cm)
min.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Correct
WARNING
Incorrect
WARNING
A clothes dryer must be exhausted outdoors.
DO NOT exhaust dryer into a chimney, a
wall, a ceiling, an attic, a crawl space or
any concealed space of a building. A clothes
dryer produces combustible lint. If the dryer
is not exhausted outdoors, some ne lint
will be expelled into the laundry area. An
accumulation of lint in any area of the home
can create a health and re hazard.
The dryer must be connected to an exhaust
outdoors. Prior to installing your new
dryer, inspect the outdoor exhaust opening
and remove any accumulation of lint around
the outdoor exhaust opening and in the
surrounding area.
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death, or
property damage.
DO NOT install a booster fan in the
exhaust duct.
Install ALL clothes dryers in accordance with
the installation instructions in this manual.
FIRE HAZARD
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
• DO NOT allow combustible materials
(for example: clothing, draperies/
curtains, paper) to come in contact with
exhaust system. The dryer MUST NOT
be exhausted into a chimney, a wall,
a ceiling, or any concealed space of
a building which can accumulate lint,
resulting in a re hazard.
• DO NOT screen the exhaust ends of the
vent system, or use any screws, rivets
or other fasteners that extend into the
duct to assemble the exhaust system. No
screen, grate, or guard of any mesh
size is allowed to cover
the exhaust opening.
Lint can become caught
in the screen, grate,
guard, or on the screws or
rivets, clogging the duct work
and creating a re hazard as well
as increasing drying times. Use an
approved vent hood to terminate the duct
outdoors, and seal all joints with metal foil
tape. All male duct pipe ttings MUST be
installed downstream with the ow of air.
FIRE HAZARD
WARNING
Exceeding the length of duct pipe or
number of elbows allowed in the “MAXIMUM
LENGTH” charts can cause an accumulation
of lint in the exhaust system. Plugging the
system could create a re hazard, as well as
increase drying times.
Number of 90° turns
4” (10.2 cm) louvered 2.5” (6.35 cm)
0 56 ft. (17 m) 42 ft. (13 m)
1 48 ft. (14.5 m) 34 ft. (10.5 m)
2 40 ft. (12 m) 26 ft. (8 m)
3 32 ft. (9.5 m) 18 ft. (5.5 m)
FIRE HAZARD
MAXIMUM LENGTH
of 4” (102 mm) Rigid Metal Duct
VENT HOOD TYPE
(Preferred)
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Although vertical orientation of the exhaust
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
• DO NOT install exible plastic or exible
foil venting material.
• If installing semi-rigid venting, DO NOT
exceed 8 ft. (2.4 m) duct length
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
• Failure to follow safety warnings exactly
could result in serious injury, death, or
property damage.
• DO NOT install a booster fan in dryer
exhaust duct.
• Install all clothes dryers in accordance
with the installation instructions in this
manual.
Install male fittings in correct direction:
Correct Incorrect
In installations where the exhaust system
is not described in the charts, the following
method must be used to determine if the
exhaust system is acceptable:
1. Connect an inclined or digital manometer
between the dryer and the point the
exhaust connects to the dryer.
2. Set the dryer timer and temperature to air
uff (cool down) and start the dryer.
3. Read the measurement on the manometer.
4. The system backpressure MUST NOT
be higher than 0.6 inches of water
column. If the system back pressure
is less than 0.6 inches of water
column, the system is acceptable.
If the manometer reading is higher
than 0.6 inches of water column,
the system is too restrictive and the
installation is unacceptable.
system is acceptable, certain extenuating
circumstances could affect the performance of
the dryer:
• Only rigid metal duct work should be
used.
• Venting vertically through a roof may
expose the exhaust system to down
drafts causing an increase in vent
restriction.
• Running the exhaust system through an
uninsulated area may cause condensation
and faster accumulation of lint.
• Compression or crimping of the exhaust
system will cause an increase in vent
restriction.
• The exhaust system should be inspected
and cleaned a minimum of every 18
months with normal usage. The more the
dryer is used, the more often you should
check the exhaust system and vent hood
for proper operation.
Exhaust direction
The laundry center may be exhausted four (4)
ways with rear ush installation:
1. Straight back
2. Down (8 inch [20.3 cm] length of 4 inch
diameter [102 mm] rigid duct and 1 elbow
down)
3. Left (8 inch [20.3 cm] length of 4 inch diameter [102 mm] rigid duct, 1 elbow down
and 1 elbow left)
4. Right (8 inch [20.3 cm] length of 4 inch diameter [102 mm] rigid duct, 1 elbow down
and 1 elbow right)
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
An exhaust hood positioned to line up with
the dryer exhaust can be installed directly
through the outside wall. To exhaust to the
side or down, add an 8 inch (20.3 cm) length
of standard 4 inch (102 mm) diameter duct
and a 90° elbow.
To exhaust up, add an 11 inch (28 cm) length
of standard 4 inch (102 mm) diameter duct
and a 90° elbow. The unit will be positioned
about 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) away from the
wall (ush to wall exhausting may be done by
going below the dryer then sideways).
See also
Clearance Requirements
in this
instruction.
Manufactured or mobile home
installation
1. Installation MUST conform to current
Manufactured Home Construction & Safety
Standard, Title 24 CFR Part 3280 (formerly
the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD
Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.
2. Dryer MUST be exhausted outside
(outdoors, not beneath the mobile home)
using metal ducting that will not support
combustion. Metal ducting must be 4
inches (10.16 cm) in diameter with no
obstructions. Rigid metal duct is preferred.
Exhaust ducts must be securely fastened
to a noncombustible portion of the mobile
home structure.
3. If dryer is exhausted through the oor and
area beneath the mobile home is enclosed,
the exhaust system MUST terminate outside
the enclosure with the termination securely
fastened to the mobile home structure.
4. Refer to previous sections in this guide for
other important exhaust venting system
requirements.
5. When installing a gas dryer into a mobile
home, a provision must be made for outside
make up air. This provision is to be not less
than twice the area of the dryer exhaust
outlet.
6. Installer MUST anchor this laundry center
to the oor with approved Mobile Home
Installation Kit - P/N 137067200
Installation in a Recess or Closet
1. A dryer installed in a bedroom, bathroom,
recess or closet, MUST be exhausted outdoors.
2. No other fuel burning appliance shall be
installed in the same closet as the gas dryer.
3. Your dryer needs the space around it for
proper ventilation.
4. DO NOT install your dryer in a closet with a
solid door.
5. Closet door ventilation required: A minimum
of 120 square inches (774.2 cm²) of opening, equally divided at the top and bottom
of the door, is required. Openings should
be located 3 inches (7.6 cm) from bottom
and top of door. Openings are required to
be unobstructed when a door is installed. A
louvered door with equivalent air openings
for the full length of the door is acceptable.
3"
(7.6cm)
60 sq. in.
(387.1cm²)
60 sq. in.
(387.1cm²)
3"
(7.6cm)
closet door
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
31.5" (80 cm)
cm)
Front view
Clearance requirements
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES -
SIDES REAR TOP FRONT
Alcove
Closet
(0 cm)0”(0 cm)1”(2.5 cm)
(0 cm)0”(0 cm)1”(2.5 cm)1”(2.5 cm)
Inches (cm)
0”
0”
WARNING
DO NOT install the laundry center where
gasoline or other ammables are kept or
stored. If the laundry center is installed
in a garage, the dryer portion must be a
minimum of 18 inches (45.7 cm) above the
oor. Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, re or burns.
EXPLOSION HAZARD
IMPORTANT
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER:
• In an area exposed to dripping water or
outside weather conditions. The ambient
temperature should never be below
60° F (15.6° C) to maximize detergent
effectiveness.
• In an area where it will come in contact
with curtains, drapes, or anything that
will obstruct the ow of combustion and
ventilation air.
• On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with
a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm).
To minimize vibration or movement,
reinforcement of the oor may be
necessary.
n/a
Laundry Center Dimensions
gas supply
(24 cm)
(14 cm)
1
pipe on rear
of gas unit
9.4"
5.5"
4 in. (102 mm)
exhaust vent
on rear of unit
water supply
connection on
rear of washer
31.5" (80 cm)
center line height
for 4 in. (102 mm)
exhaust outlet
41.5"
(105.5 cm)
17.6"
(45 cm)
77"
(196.5 cm)
drain
hose-
retention
clips on
rear of
washer
Side view
55.75"
(141.5 cm)
(96.5 cm)
power cord
attachment
location on
rear of unit
(58.5 cm)
2
(33 mm)
27" (68.5 cm)
47.5" (120.5 cm)
38"
23"
13"
43.5"
(110.5
1” 0”
(2.5 cm)
10
(0 cm)
27”
(68.5 cm
0”
(0 cm)
)
(1”)
(2.5 cm)
1
Power supply cord length on gas unit
approximately 60 inches (152.5 cm).
2
Loose drain hose length beyond clamp
approximately 51.5 inches (131 cm).
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Electrical installation
The following are specic requirements for
proper and safe electrical installation of your
dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can
create electrical shock and/or a re hazard
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
• This appliance MUST be properly
grounded. Electrical shock can result if
the dryer is not properly grounded. Follow
the instructions in this manual for proper
grounding.
• DO NOT use an extension cord with this
dryer. Some extension cords are not
designed to withstand the amounts of
electrical current this dryer utilizes and
can melt, creating electrical shock and/or
re hazard. Locate the dryer within reach
of the receptacle for the length power
cord to be purchased, allowing some slack
in the cord. Refer to the pre-installation
requirements in this manual for the
proper power cord to be purchased.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
• A U.L.-approved strain relief must be
installed onto power cord. If the strain
relief is not attached, the cord can be
pulled out of the dryer and can be cut by
any movement of the cord, resulting in
electrical shock.
• DO NOT use an aluminum wired
receptacle with a copper wired power
cord and plug (or vice versa). A chemical
reaction occurs between copper and
aluminum and can cause electrical shorts.
The proper wiring and receptacle is a
copper wired power cord with a copper
wired receptacle.
Grounding requirements Electric dryer (USA)
WARNING
Improper grounding of the laundry center
may cause serious injury or death. Check
with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
1. The dryer MUST be grounded. In the event
of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding
will reduce the risk of electrical shock by a
path of least resistance for electrical current.
2. After you purchase and install a 3 wire or 4
wire power supply cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug that matches you wiring system, the
plug MUST be plugged into an appropriate,
copper wired receptacle that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances. If in doubt,
call a licensed electrician.
3. DO NOT modify the plug you’ve installed
on this appliance. If it will not t the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualied
electrician.
For a permanently connected dryer:
The dryer MUST be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system; or an
equipment grounding conductor must be run
with the circuit conductors and connected to
the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the appliance.
NOTE
Dryers operating on 208 volt power supply
will have longer drying times than dryers
operating on 240 volt power supply.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Grounding requirements Electric dryer (Canada)
WARNING
Improper grounding of the laundry center
may cause serious injury or death. Check
with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
1. The laundry center MUST be grounded.
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electrical
shock by a path of least resistance for
electrical current.
2. Since your laundry center is equipped
with a power supply 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. If in doubt,
call a licensed electrician.
3. DO NOT modify the plug provided with this
appliance. If it will not t the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualied
electrician.
Grounding requirements -
Gas dryer (USA and Canada)
WARNING
Improper grounding of the laundry center
may cause serious injury or death. Check
with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
1. The laundry center is equipped with a
three-prong (grounding) plug for your
protection against shock hazard and should
be plugged directly into a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle.
2. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances. If in doubt, call a
licensed electrician.
3. DO NOT modify the plug provided with this
appliance. If it will not t the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualied
electrician.
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UNPACKING LAUNDRY CENTER
Plastic
Unpacking Instructions
IMPORTANT
To prevent vibration, possible machine
damage and maximize performance, the
following steps must be completed.
1. If foam tub block has been removed,
reinsert it now and tape the lid securely.
2. Carefully cut the front and back corners of
the left side of the remaining cardboard.
Front
4. Carefully lower the laundry center to an upright position and remove the tape holding
the lid shut. Remove the foam tub block, all
foam inserts, and other tub contents.
NOTE
If the laundry center is to be transported
at a later date, the tub blocking pad, foam
base and tub support should be retained.
5. From the back of the washer, remove the
wire shipping clips securing the drain hose.
6. DO NOT remove the PLASTIC CLIPS which
secure the drain hose to the right side of the
washer back sheet. It helps form a standpipe
to prevent water siphoning.
3. With help from a second person, carefully
tip the laundry center slightly to the left as
shown in the picture below. Remove the
foam shipping support from the base of the
unit. Save packaging foam for future use.
1
2
Wire
Clip
7. Carefully move the laundry center to within
four (4) feet of the nal location for the
start of the installation.
Clips
CAUTION
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
To avoid back or other injury, have more
than one person move or lift the appliance.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Gas connection
1. Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at
the rear of the dryer.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT connect the dryer to L.P. gas
service without converting the gas valve.
An L.P. conversion kit must be installed by a
qualied gas technician.
2. Connect a 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid
or approved pipe from gas supply line to the
3/8 inch (0.96 cm) pipe located on the back
of the dryer. Use a 1/2 inch to 3/8 inch (1.27
cm to 0.96 cm) reducer for the connection.
Apply an approved thread sealer that is
resistant to the corrosive action of liqueed
gases on all pipe connections.
Manual
Shutoff
Valve
Open
All connections must be wrench-tightened
Closed
Flare
Union
Nipple
GAS FLOW
Flexible
Connector
Flare
Union
Inlet Pipe on
Back of Dryer
IMPORTANT
3. Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line
to allow gas to ow through the pipe. Wait
a few minutes for gas to move through the
gas line.
to dryer
from gas supply
Shutoff Valve - Open position
4. Check for gas system leaks with a manometer. If a manometer is not available, test all
connections by brushing on a soapy water
solution.
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
NEVER test for gas leaks with an open
ame.
The supply line must be equipped with an
approved manual shutoff valve. This valve
should be located in the same room as the
dryer and should be in a location that allows
ease of opening and closing. DO NOT block
access to the gas shutoff valve.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical connection
(non-Canada) - 3 wire cord
3-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 10-30R)
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to disconnect power source before
servicing could result in personal injury or
even death.
1. Turn off power supply to outlet.
2. Remove the screw securing the terminal
block access cover on the back of the dryer.
3. Install a UL-approved strain relief according
to the power cord/strain relief manufacturer’s instructions in the power cord entry
hole below the access panel. At this time,
the strain relief should be loosely in place.
4. Thread an UNPLUGGED, UL-approved, 30
amp. power cord, NEMA 10-30 type SRDT,
through the strain relief.
30 AMP
NEMA 10-30
5. Attach the power cord neutral (center wire)
conductor to the SILVER colored center
terminal on the terminal block. Tighten the
screw securely.
6. Attach the remaining two power cord outer
conductors to the outer, BRASS colored terminals on the terminal block. Tighten both
screws securely.
Neutral
(center wire)
DO NOT remove
internal ground in
a 3-wire system!!
Neutral
terminal
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
DO NOT make a sharp bend or crimp wiring/
conductor at connections.
7. Follow manufacturer’s guidelines for rmly
securing the strain relief and power cord.
8. Reinstall the terminal block cover.
IMPORTANT
If moving dryer from a 4-wire system and
installing it in a 3-wire system, move the
internal ground from the center terminal
back to the GREEN screw next to the
terminal block.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical connection
(non-Canada) - 4 wire cord
4-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 14-30R)
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to disconnect power source before
servicing could result in personal injury or
even death.
1. Turn off power supply to outlet.
2. Remove the screw securing the terminal
block access cover on the back of the dryer.
3. Install a UL-approved strain relief according
to the power cord/strain relief manufacturer’s instructions in the power cord entry
hole below the access panel. At this time,
the strain relief should be loosely in place.
4. Thread an UNPLUGGED, UL-approved, 30
amp. power cord, NEMA 14-30 type DRT
or SRDT, through the strain relief.
Neutral
(WHITE
wire)
30 AMP
NEMA 14-30
Ground
(GREEN
wire)
Move internal ground (WHITE)
wire to neutral (SILVER)
terminal for 4-wire system.
GREEN
ground screw
GREEN
ground wire
BLACK or
RED power wire
Neutral
terminal
WHITE
neutral wire
BLACK
or RED
power wire
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
DO NOT make a sharp bend or crimp wiring/
conductor at connections.
9. Follow manufacturer’s guidelines for rmly
securing the strain relief and power cord.
10. Reinstall the terminal block
5. Disconnect the internal (WHITE) dryer
harness ground wire from the (GREEN)
ground screw next to the terminal block.
6. Attach the ground (GREEN) power cord wire
to the cabinet with the ground (GREEN)
screw. Tighten the screw securely.
7. Move the internal dryer harness ground
(WHITE) wire to the terminal block and
attach it along with the neutral (WHITE)
power cord wire conductor to the center,
SILVER colored terminal on the terminal
block. Tighten the screw securely.
8. Attach the RED and BLACK power cord
conductors to the outer, BRASS colored
terminals on the terminal block. Tighten
both screws securely.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Leveling your laundry center
Excessive noise and vibration can be prevented
by properly leveling the laundry center.
1. With the laundry
center within 4
feet (1 m) of its
nal location,
place a level
on top of the
washer lid.
2. Use adjustable
pliers to adjust
the leveling legs
so the laundry
center is level
front-to-rear and
side-to-side, and
stable corner-tocorner.
3. Press down on
alternate corners
and sides and
feel for the
slightest movement. Adjust
the appropriate
leg(s) so the laundry center sits solidly on
the oor on ALL four legs. Keep the leveling
leg extension at a minimum for best performance of the washer.
Connecting inlet water
1. Run some water from
the hot and cold faucets
to ush the water lines
and remove particles
that might clog the water valve screens and to
determine which faucet
is hot and which is cold
supply
2. Check to ensure that
the inlet hoses have the
rubber washer rmly in
place.
raise
lower
Rubber Washers
Must Be Present
NOTE
Hoses are not included with laundry center
purchase. See “Accessories” section for
various inlet hose kits to t your specic
installation.
3. Connect the HOT
inlet hose to the
HOT inlet connection on the
washer and the
COLD inlet hose
to the COLD
inlet connection
on the washer.
Tighten by hand
until snug. Then tighten each supply connection another 2/3 turn with pliers. DO
NOT cross thread or over-tighten these
connections.
4. Connect the HOT
inlet hose to
the HOT water
supply and the
COLD inlet hose
to the COLD
water supply.
Tighten by hand
until snug.
5. Tighten each
supply connection another 2/3
turn with pliers.
DO NOT bend,
kink, or pinch
water inlet
hoses.
6. Turn on the
water and check
for leaks.
USE ONLY
NEW HOSES
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Connecting vent
1. Remove the two screws securing the dryer
front access panel to the dryer cabinet. Lift
the panel until the tabs can be disengaged
from the cabinet, remove the panel and
set aside.
Screws
2. Connect the exhaust duct to the outside exhaust system. Use of a 4” (10.2 cm) clamp
is recommended to connect the dryer to the
exhaust vent system. Use metal foil tape to
seal all other joints.
4. Carefully slide the laundry center to its nal
position. Recheck for level and rock corners
for stability.
Connecting drain and electrical
1. Form a “U” shape on the end of the drain
hose with the hose pointed toward the
drain. Place the formed end in a laundry
tub or a standpipe and secure the drain
hose with the cable tie (provided in the
enclosure package) to the standpipe, inlet
hose, laundry tub, etc. so the hose does
not pull out from the force of the water.
Insert Less
Than 8.5"
(21.5 cm)
Clamp
3. Reinstall the dryer front access panel.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Certain internal parts are intentionally not
grounded and may present a risk of electrical
shock if contacted during installation. Do
not contact the following parts while the
appliance is energized:
• Pump
• Drive Motor
• Electronic control boards
• Water valve
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Cable Tie
NOTE
The standpipe inside diameter must be
1-1/4” (3.2 cm) minimum. There must be
an air gap around the drain hose in the
standpipe. A snug hose t can cause a
siphoning action.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
Check to ensure the power is off at a circuit
breaker/fuse box before plugging the power
cord into an outlet.
2. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet
WARNING
Improper grounding of the dryer may
cause serious injury or death. Check with a
licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
6. If you have any questions during initial
operation, please review the “
Checklist
” in your
calling for service.
7. Place these instructions in a location near
the appliance for future reference.
NOTE
A wiring diagram and technical data sheet
are located behind the dryer access panel.
Use & Care Guide
Avoid Service
before
Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
3. Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/
fuse box.
4. Read the
the laundry center. It contains valuable and
helpful information that will save you time
and money.
5. Run the washer through a complete cycle,
checking for water leaks and proper
operation.
Use & Care Guide
provided with
WARNING
When discarding or storing your old laundry
center, ALWAYS remove the washer and
dryer doors.
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ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS
Accessories
LP CONVERSION KIT
P/N PCK3100
Gas dryers intended for use in a location
supplied with LP must use a conversion kit
prior to installation.
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION KIT
P/N 137067200
Installation in a mobile home requires the
use of a MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION KIT.
INLET HOSE KITS
Please call 866-233-8353 (in Canada, 800-
265-8352) to explore hose kit options that
will meet your specic installation needs.
TOUCH UP PAINT PENS*
Classic White Touch Up Pen -
P/N 5304468812
Classic Slate Touch Up Pen -
P/N 5304475700
*Other colors may be available. Contact the
source where you purchased your laundry center.
CAUTION
Failure to use accessories manufactured by
(or approved by) the manufacturer could
result in personal injury, property damage or
damage to the washer.
Replacement parts:
If replacements parts are needed for your
laundry center, contact the source where you
purchased your laundry center or refer to your
Use and Care Guide for more information.
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