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Installation Instructions
for Automatic Clothes Dryers
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. (If the dryer changes ownership, be sure
this manual accompanies the dryer.)
NOTE: The elec trical installation in the site shall comply wi th the latest edition of the Australian Electrical
Standards AS3000 - SAA wiring rules and such local regulations that might apply.
The gas dryer installation must conform with the local regulations and AG601, Installation Code for Gas
Burning Appliances.
Read complete Installation and Operation Instructions before using dryer.
The maximum clothes drying load (dry weight) shall not exceed 9 kg (20 pounds).
Part No. 510955
August 1999
Table of
Contents
Replacement Parts .....................................................................................2
Roughing In Dimensions ...........................................................................3
Before You Start
Tools ..................................................................................................... 4
Exhaust .................................................................................................. 4
Electrical................................................................................................ 4
Gas......................................................................................................... 4
Location................................................................................................. 4
Installing the Dryer
STEP 1 (Position and Level the Dryer) ................................................ 5
STEP 2 (Connect Dryer Exhaust System).............................................5
STEP 3 (Connect Gas Supply Pipe)......................................................6
STEP 4 (Wipe Out Inside of Dryer)......................................................7
STEP 5 (Plug in the Dryer) ...................................................................7
STEP 6 (Check Installation).................................................................. 7
Heat Check .................................................................................................8
Burner Flame ............................................................................................. 8
Reversing Door Procedure ........................................................................ 9
Manufactured (Mobile) Home Installation ........................................... 10
Electrical Requirements (Electric Dryers) ............................................ 11
Electrical Requirements (Gas Dryers) ..................................................12
Gas Service ............................................................................................... 13
Location Requirements .......................................................................... 15
Dryer Exhaust Requirements
Exhaust System Materials ................................................................... 16
Make Up Air Requirements................................................................. 16
Exhaust System ................................................................................... 17
Exhaust Direction................................................................................17
Exhaust System Maintenance..............................................................18
Dryer Airflow......................................................................................18
Reduced Clearance Elbow................................................................... 18
User-Maintenance Instructions
Lubrication ........................................ ....... ........ ................................... 19
Care of Your Dryer.............................................................................. 19
Exhaust System ................................................................................... 19
Wiring Diagram (Electric Dryers)..........................................................20
Wiring Diagram (Gas Dryers) ................................................................ 21
Information for Handy Reference ..........................................................22
Installer Check .......................................................................... Back Cover
W ARNING
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 in staller, service agency or the gas
supplier .
© Copyright 1999, Alliance Laundry Systems LLC
All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without
the expressed written consent of the publisher.
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Replacement Parts . . .
If replacement parts are required, contact the source
where you purchased your dryer.
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Roughing In Dimensions . . .
20.3 cm
59.7 cm
(23.5")
(8.0")
11.4 cm
(4.5")
71.1 cm
(28")
*109.2 cm (43")
*91.4 cm (36")
10.2 cm
(4.0")
1.1 cm
(0.4")
39.1 cm
(15.4")
68.3 cm
(26.9")
* WITH LEVELING LEGS TURNED INTO BASE
20.3 cm
(8.0")
11.4 cm
(4.5")
59.7 cm
(23.5")
* WITH LEVELING LEGS TURNED INTO BASE
71.1 cm
ELECTRIC DRYERS
*91.4 cm (36")
1.1 cm
(0.4")
(28")
*109.2 cm (43")
10.2 cm
(4.0")
68.3 cm
(26.9")
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39.1 cm
(15.4")
7 cm
(2.8")
6 cm (2.3")
3/8" NPT
GAS CONNECTION
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GAS DRYERS
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Before You Start . . .
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DUCT TAPE
TEFLON TAPE
WRENCH
LEVEL
SCREWDRIVERS
Tools
For most installat ions, the basic to ols you will need are:
Exhaust
Electrical
• ELECTRIC DRYER
Dryer needs a 2 wire plus earth, 250 Volt, 50 Hertz,
20 Amp, single phase electrical supply.
• GAS DRYER
Dryer needs a 2 wire plus earth,250 Volt, 50 Hertz,
10 Amp, single phase electrical supply.
NOTE: For more detailed information, refer to
Section on Electrical Requirements.
Gas
Dryer is equipped for Natural Gas with a 3/8" NPT gas
supply connection. For more detailed information,
refer to Sec tion on Gas Requirements.
Location
Place the dryer on a solid floor with an adequate air
supply . For mo re detail ed informat ion, refer to Section
on Location Requirements.
Use rigid metal duct and exhaust the dryer to the
outside by the shortest route possible.
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NOTE: For more detailed information, refer to
Section on Dryer Exhaust Requirements.
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Installing the Dryer . . .
A clothes dryer produces combustible lint.
To reduce the risk of fire and combustion
gas accumulation the dryer MUST be
exhausted to the outdoors.
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WARNING
Step 1:
Position and Level
the Dryer
For further assistance refer to Section on Location
Requirements.
Install dryer before washer. This allows room for
attaching exhaust duct.
Place the dryer in position , and adj ust the l egs unt il the
dryer is level from side to side and front to back.
Step 2:
Connect Dryer Exhaust System
DRYER
BASE
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LEVEL
LEVELING
LEG
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For further assis tance refer to Sections on Location
Requirements and Dryer Exhaust Requirements.
• DO NOT use plastic or thin foil flexible ducting.
• Locate dryer so exhaust duct is as short as possible.
• Be certain old ducts are cleaned before installing
your new dryer.
• Use 4" (10.2 cm) diameter rigid or flexible metal
duct.
• The male end of each section of duct must point
away from the dryer.
• Use as few elbows as possible.
• Use duct tape on all duct joints.
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DO
NOTE: Venting materials are not suppli ed with the
dryer (obtain locally).
DON'T
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• Ductwork that runs through unheated areas must be
insulated to help reduce condens ation and lint build -up
on pipe walls.
• Failure to exhaust dryer properly will void
warranty.
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Step 3: (Gas Dryer ONLY)
Connect Gas Supply Pipe
For further assistance, refer to Section on Gas Requirements.
1. Make certain your dryer is equipped for use with
the type of gas in your laundry room. Dryer is
equipped at the factory for Natural Gas with a 3/
8" NPT gas connection.
2. Remove the shipping cap from the gas connection
at the rear of the dryer. Make sure you do not
damage the pipe threads when removing the cap.
NEW
STAINLESS
STEEL
FLEXIBLE
CONNECTOR
USE ONLY
IF ALLOWED
BY LOCAL
CODES
(Use
Design AGA
Certified
Connector)
3. Conne ct to gas sup ply pipe.
4. Tighten all connections securely. Turn on gas and
check all pipe connections (internal & external ) for
gas leaks with a non-corrosi ve leak detec tion fluid.
5. For L.P. ( propan e) g as c onnect ion , ref er to Sec tion
on Gas Requirements.
PRESSURE
TEST
POINT
3/8" NPT
GAS CONNECTION
SHUT-OFF
VALVE
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Step 4:
Wipe Out Inside Of Dryer
Before using dryer for the first time, use an all-purpose
cleaner, or a detergent and water solution, and a damp
cloth to remove shipping dust from inside dryer drum.
Step 5:
Plug in the Dryer
Refer to Section on Electrical Requirements, and
connect the dryer to an electrical power source.
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250 V
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ELECTRIC GAS
Step 6:
Check Installation
Refer to Installer Check on the back cover of this
manual and make sure that dryer is installed correctly.
250 V
10A
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