Installation GasDryeri
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If yours is a coin operated dryer:
a. Post in a prominent location instructions to be followed in
the event the user smells gas. The intbrmation to be posted
shall be obtained by consulting with the local gas supplier.
b. Post this caution in a prominent location.
BEFOREYOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully"
• IMPORTANT -s_,,_these
instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT -,:'bser,eaII
,( - "_,- codes and ordinances.
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• Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions with
tile custoIner
• Note to Customer - Keep these instructions with yore: tse
and Care Book fl_r f:utttre retk_rence.
• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
• Betbre ihe old dryer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the dryer" door
• Service Information and the wiring diagram are located in
the control console.
• Service of this dryer must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.
• Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is
used near children.
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FORYOUR SAFETY !1
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
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FORYOUR SAFETY:
_, WARNING
• [se o _lv rioid metal or flexible metal _-in. diameter
ductwork for exhausting to the outdoors. Ne_er use
plastic or other combustible easy to-puncture ductwork.
" This appliance must be properly gTounded and installed
as describe(] in these instructions.
• Do not install or store appliance in an area where it
will be exposed to water and/or weather:
• The National Fuel Gas Code restricts installations of
gas appliances in garages. They nmst be 18 in. off the
ground and protected by a barrier from vehicles.
• Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F
lot satisfactory operation of the dryer control system.
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In the state of Massachusetts
Installation must be performed by a qualified or
licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or
licensed by the state.
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TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
SLIPJOINTPLIERS
10"ADJUSTABLEWRENCHES(2)
FLATBLADESCREWDRIVER
_.'_,.
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8" PIPEWRENCH
LEVEL
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Step !
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step ti
Step 7 (onm:_:ltEeGas" _ " ' .....
Verify Your Gas Installation (see section 2).
Prepare the Area and Exhaust tbr Installation of
New' Dryer (see section 1).
Check and Insure tile Existing External Exhaust is
Clean (see section 1) and Meets Attached Installation
Specifications.(see section 6)
Rem,_ve the Foam Shipping Pads (so,,, see*don 1).
Move the Dryer to the Desired kocatio!>
[,e_ el _)ur 15r_er (see section 8}.
_>u[piy se< section::' andche(k
for leaks see s_'ction 4:,
MATERIALSYOU WILL NEED
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4"DIA.METALELBOW
4" DIA.METALDUCT DUCT
(RECOMMENDED) CLAMPS(2)
)
Of-
PIPECOMPOUND
FLEXIBLEGASLiNECONNECTOR
Step 8 Connect the External Exhaust (see section 7).
Step9 " _ " _" - "" -" '
Step t i) Check the Operation ottl:{e Power Suppl'y, (;as
Step 1I Place the ()whets Manual and the Installation
4" DIA.FLEXIBLEMETALDUCT
(IFNEEDED)
GLOVES
Connect the ! ovver 5upplx. ksee sectum .),.
Connections and Venti_ ,-
Insiructions in a t,ocation Where They Will Be
Nt__ticedB? the ()_ler.
Fo_ :\icoxe or Closet [nstaitati(m see section 9.
For Bathroom or Bedroom b'_,4ailation see s_:ction t0.
For Mobile _)_ Mantfl'acmred }[ome see secticm 11.
SAFET"/GLASSESDUCTTAPE
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SOAPSOLUTION
FORLEAKDETECTION
EXHAUSTHOOD
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Installation Instructions
Minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air opening are: 0 in. clearance both sides and ! in. rear. Consideration
must be Nven to provide adequate clearance for proper operation and service.
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[_ PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
OF NEW DRYER
GAS
EXTERNAL INLET
DUCT PIPE
OPENING '_
Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installation
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CSA(AGA)APPROVED
NEWFLEXIBLEGAS
LINECONNECTOR
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TILTTHEDRYERSIDEWAYS
ANDREMOVETHEFOAM
SHIPPINGPADSBY
PULLINGATTHESIDES
ANDBREAKINGTHEM
AWAYFROMTHEDRYER
LEGS.BESURETO
REMOVEALLOFTHE
FOAMPIECESAROUND
THELEGS,
GAS REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
TAPE
4" METALDUCT
DUCT
TAPE
TIP: Install your dryer before installing your washer.
This will allow better access when installing dryer exhaust.
DISCONNECTING GAS
TURNGAS
SHUT-OFF
VALVETOTHE
OFFPOSITION.
• Installation must conform to local codes and ordinances,
or in their absence, the NATIONAl, FUEL GAS CODE,
ANSI Z223.
• This gas dryer is equipped with a Valve & Burner Assem-
bly for use only with natural gas. Using conversion kit
WE25X0217, your local service organization can convert
this dryer for use with propane (LP) gas. ALL CONVER-
SIONS MUST BE MADE BY PROPERLY TRAINED
AND QUALIFIED PERSONNEL AND IN AC-
CORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND ORDI-
NANCE REQUIREMENTS.
• The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing of that system
at a test pressure in excess of 0.5 PSI (3.4 KPa).
• The dryer nrust be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing the equipment shut-off valve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply piping of test
pressure equal to or less than 0.5 PSI (3.4KPa).
DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION
DISCONNECTANDDISCARDOLD
FLEXIBLEGASCONNECTOR
ANDOLDDUCTINGMATERIAL.
WARNING- NEVER REUSE OLD
FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS.
The use of old flexible connectors can cause leaks and
personal injury. Always use new flexible cormectors when
installing gas appliances.
REMOVING LINT FROM WALL
EXHAUST OPENING
WALL
CHECKTHATEXHAUST
DAMPEROPENS
ANDCLOSESFREELY,
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2-5/8" -3/8" NPTMALETHREADGASSUPPLY
....... NOTE:Addtoverticaldimension
thedistancebetweencabinet
bottomtofloor.
GAS SUPPLY
" A !/8-in. National Pipe Taper thread plugged tapping, ac-
cessible for test gauge connection, must be installed imme-
diately upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer.
Contact your local gas utility should you have questions on
the instailation of the plugged tapping.
• Supply line is to be 1/24n. rigid pipe and equipped with an
accessible shut-off within 6 fL of\ and in the same room
with, the drver.
Ese pipe thlead sealer compound appropriate for natural
or LP gas or use -[bflon tape.
" The flexible gas connector, _&en used, must not exceed 3 feet.
• Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and gas supply.
• Open shut-off vane.
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RECONNECTING GAS
Installation Instructions
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NEWMETAL
FLEXIBLEGAS
LINECONNECTOR
ADAPTER
ITEMSNOTSUPPLIED
ELBOW
ADAPTER
1/8"NPTPIPE
PLUGFOR
INLETPRESSURE
SHUT-OFF
VALVE
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PIPESIZE
ATLEAST1/2"
APPLYPIPECOMPOUND
TOALLMALETHREADS.
TIGHTENALLCONNECTIONS
USINGTWOADJUSTABLEWRENCHES.
DONOTOVERTORQUEGASCONNECTIONS!
APPLYPIPECOMPOUND
TOTHEADAPTERAND
DRYERGASINLET,
TIGHTENTHEFLEXIBLE
GASLINEUSINGf'l/VO
ADJUSTABLEWRENCHES.
LEAK TEST
[ ,_kWARNING - NEVER USE AN OPEN
FLAME TO TEST FOR GAS LEAKS.
OPEN _I
GASVALVE, _
Check al! connections for leaks with soapy ,_;oludcmor equivalent.
Apply soap solution. Leak test solution must not contain
ammooia which could cause damage to the brass fittings, If
leaks are found, close v'a!_e, ret:igh_e_) the,joint, and repea( the
,soap test.
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