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BEFOREYOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and
carefully.
"IMPORTANT-Save hese
instructions for local inspector's use.
"IMPORTANT-obse,,,e
all governingcodes and ordinances.
*Note to Installer- Be sure to leave
these instructions with the customer.
*Note to Customer - Keep these
instructions with your Use and Care
Book for fhture reference.
*Before the old dwer is removed f_om
smwice or discarded, remove tile dwer
door.
*Inspect tlle dwer exhaust outlet and
straighten tile outlet walls if they are
bent.
*SeIwice infbrmadon and tlle wiring dia-
gram are located in tile control console.
*Do not allow children on or in the
appliance. Close supexMsion of child-
ten is necessa W when the appliance is
used near children.
*Install tlle dwer where tile temp-
erature is above 50°F for satisfactory
operation of tile dwer control system.
WARN NG RIsKoF
* To reduce tlle risk of severe i_j ury or death, follow all installation instructions.
* Clothes (hTer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
* Install tlle clothes dwer according to these instructions and in accordance with
local codes. In tlle absence of local codes, installation Illust comply with National
Fuel (;as Code, ANSIZ223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural (;as and Propane
Installation Code, CSA B 149.1.
* (,Mi£ornia S'a£e D±Jnking 14,'_ge±and Toxic Entb±wementAcg
This act requires the go, ernor of Califi)rnia to publish a list of substances known to the
state to cause cancer, birth def>cts or other reproductixe harm and requires businesses to
warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. Gas appliances can cause minor
exposure to fimr of these substances, namel) benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde
and soot, caused primaril) b) the incomplete combustion of natural gas or [,P fl_els.
Properl) adjusted d,)ers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these
substances can be minimized fllrther b) properly xenting the dQ'er to the outdoors.
* This (hyer must be exhausted to tlle outdoors.
* Use only 4" rigid metal ducting fbr exhausting the clothes (hTer to tlle outdoors.
* DO NOT install a clothes (hTer with flexible plastic ducting materials. If flexible
metal (semi-rigid or foil-D,pe ) duct is installed, it must be UL-listed and installed
in accordance with the instructions fbt]nd in "Connecting The Dryer To House
Vent" on page 6 of this manual. Flexible ducting materials are known to collapse,
be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct dwer airflow and
increase tile risk of fire.
* Do not install or store this appliance in any location where it could be exposed to
water and or weather.
* Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave these instructions with the
custoFner).
In the state of Massachusetts, installation must be performed by a qualified
or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the state.
TOOLS YOU
WILL NEED
(x2)
10"ADJUSTABLEWRENCHES
8"PIPEWRENCH LEVEL
SLIPJOINTPLIERS FLATBLADESCREWDRIVER
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Verify, Yore Gas Installation (see section 2).
Prepare tlle Area and Exhaust for Installation of
New Dryer (see section 1).
Check and Insure tlle Existing External Exhaust is
Clean (see section 1) and Meets Attached Installation
Specifications (see section 6).
Remove the Foam Shipping Pads (see section 1).
Move the Dryer to tlle Desired Location.
Level Your Dryer (see section 8).
Connect the (;as Supply (see section 3) and check
for leaks (see section 4).
MATERIALSYOU WiLL NEED
4"DIA.METALDUCT e====_
(RECOMMENDED)
4"DIAMMETALELBOW
4"DIA.FLEXIBLEMETALSEMI-RIGID)
ULLSTEDTRANSTONDUCT
KITWX08X10077(INCLUDES2ELBOWS)
4"DIA.FLEXIBLEMETAL(FOILTYPE)
(IFNEEDED)
ULLISTEDTRANSITIONDUCT
(IFNEEDED.)
Step 8
Step 9
Step 10
Step 11
For Alcove or Closet Installation see section 9.
For Bathroom or Bedroom Installation see section 10.
For Mobile or Manufhctured Home see section 11.
PIPE [_
EXHAUSTHOOD COMPOUNDSOAPSOLUTION
(x2)
4"DUCTCLAMPS
OR
4"SPRINGCLAMPS _ _
Q_(x2) FLEXIBLEGASLINECONNECTORGLOVES
Connect tlle External Exhaust (see section 7).
Connect tile Power Supply (see section 5).
Check tlle Operation of tile Power Supply, Gas
Connections, and Venting.
Place tlle Owners Manual and the Installation
Instructions in a Location Where They Will Be
Noticed By tile Owner.
DUCTTAPE
FORLEAKDETECTION
SAFETYGLASSES
Installation instructions
Minimum Clearance Other Than Alcove or Closet Installation
Minimum clearance m combustible surfhces and for air opening are: 0 in. clearance bofl_ sides and 1 in. rear. Consideration
must be given m provide adequate clearance for proper operation and service.
FT]PREPARING FOR iNSTALLATiON
OF NEW DRYER
TIP: Install your dryer before installing your washer,
This will allow better access when installing dryer exhaust,
DiSCONNECTiNG GAS
TURNGAS
SHUT-OFFVALVE Id_
TOTHEOFF LL_._:q:v
a'k
_WARNING - NEVER REUSE OLD
FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS.
The use of okt flexible connectors can cause leaks and
personal ii_iury. Always use new flexible connectors when
installing gas appliances.
DISCONNECTANDDISCARDOLD_/__
FLEXIBLEGASCONNECTORAND
OLDTRANSITIONDUCTING
MATERIAL.REPLACEWITHNEW
CSA(AGA)APPROVEDFLEXIBLE
GASLINECONNECTORANDUL
APPROVEDTRANSITIONDUCT.
_q GAS REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
* Installation IIIUSE conf()l'IIl tO local codes and ordinances,
or in their absence, the NATIONAL FUEL (;AS CODE,
ANSI Z223.
* This gas dryer is equipped with a Valve & Burner Assem-
bly for use only with natural gas. Using conversion kit
WE2 5X0217, your local smwice organization can convert
this dwer for use with propane (LP) gas. ALL CONWER-
SIONS MUST BE MADE BY PROPERLY TRAINED
AND QUALIFIED PERSONNEL AND IN ACCOR-
DANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCE
REQUIREMENTS.
* The dxyer must be disconnected flom 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 must be isolated flom the gas supply piping
system by closing the equipment shut-offvalve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply piping of test
pressme equal to or less than 0.5 PSI (3.4 KPa).
DRYER GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION
REMOVING LiNT FROM WALL
EXHAUST OPENING
* Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil
transition duct and replace with UL listed transition
duct.
WALL
/
INTERNALDUCT CHECKTHATEXHAUST
OPENING HOODDAMPEROPENS
ANDCLOSESFREELY.
TILTTHEDRYERSIDEWAYS
ANDREMOVETHEFOAM
SHIPPINGPADSBY
PULLINGATTHESIDES
ANDBREAKINGTHEM
AWAYFROMTHEDRYER
LEGS.BESURETO
REMOVEALLOFTHE
FOAMPIECESAROUND
THELEGS.
" 3/8"NPTMALETHREADGASSUPPLY
l 2-5/8"
NOTE:Addtoverticaldimension
thedistancebetweencabinet
bottomto floor.
GAS SUPPLY
* A 1/8-in. National Pipe Taper thread plugged rapping,
accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed
immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to
the dryer. Contact your local gas utility should you have
questions on the installation of the plugged tapping.
* Supply line is to be 1/2-in. rigid pipe and equipped with
an accessible shut-off within 6 fL oL and in the same
room with the dwer.
* Use pipe thread sealer compoundor Teflon rope
appropriate for naturabr LP gas.
* You must use with this dryer a flexible metal connector
listed connector ANSI Z21.24 / CSA 6.10. The length of
the connect shall not exceed 3 fL
* Connect flexible metal connector to dryer and gas supply.
* Open shut-off valve.
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Installation
[] RECONNECTING GAS
Listed connector ANSI Z21.24 / CSA 6.10
118" NPT PIPE
NEWMETAL PLUG FOR
FLEXIBLEGAS INLET PRESSURE
LINECONNECTOR
ADAPTER
3/8" NPT
ELBOW
ITEMSNOT SUPPLIED AT LEAST 1/2"
Note: The connector and fittings are designed for use onty
on the original insta[tation and are not to be reused for
another appliance or at another location. Keep flare end of
adaptor free of ]rease, oi[ and thread sealant.
Caution: Use adapters as shown. Connector nuts must not
be connected directly to pipe threads.
GAS
SHUT-OFF
PIPE SIZE
Instructions
APPLYPiPECOMPOUND
TOALL MALETHREADS.
APPLYPIPECOMPOUND
TOTHEADAPTERAND
DRYERGASINLET.
TIGHTEN THE FLEXIBLE
GASLINE USING TWO
ADJUSTABLEWRENCHES.
TIGHTEN ALL CONNECTIONS
USINGTWO ADJUSTABLEWRENCHES.
DO NOT OVERTORQUE GAS CONNECTIONS!
LEAK TEST
[,_ WARNING - NEVER USE AN OPEN
FLAME TO TEST FOR GAS LEAKS.
OPEN
GASVALVE.
Check alt connections for leaks with soapg solution or equivalent.
Apply soap solution. Leak test solution must not contain ammo-
nia which could cause damage to the brass fittings. If leaks are
found, close valve, retighten the joint, and repeat the soap test.
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