INVERSIÓN DE LA PUERTA .........................79
CUIDADO DE LA SECADORA ......................83
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DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
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.”
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
DANGER
WARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
follow instructions.
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
instructions.
follow
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 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 the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, 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 qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gas fitter qualified or licensed by
the State of Massachusetts.
■ Acceptable Shut-off Devices: Gas Cocks and Ball Valves installed for use shall be listed.
■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 4 feet (121.9 cm).
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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.
Tools needed for all installations:
Tools needed for gas installations:
8" or 10" pipe wrench8" or 10" adjustable wrench
(for gas connections)
Flat-blade screwdriverAdjustable wrench that
opens to 1" or hex-head
socket wrench
LevelVent clamps
Plastic putty knifeCaulking gun and compound
(for installing new exhaust
vent)
Pipe-joint compound
resistant to propane gas
Parts supplied (all models):
Leveling legs (4)
Parts needed (steam models):
“Y”
Short inlet hoseRubber washer
connector
(4)
Tin snips (new vent
installations)
#2 Phillips screwdriverWire stripper (direct wire
Tape measurePliers
1/4" nut driver
(recommended)
installations)
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Inlet hose
If using a power supply cord:
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with
clothes dryers. The kit should contain:
■A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V
minimum, with a temperature rating of 140°F (60°C)
minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at
least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer
must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned
ends.
■A UL listed strain relief
Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer)
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting.
See “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”
before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please refer to the “Assistance
or Service” section in your “Quick Reference Guide.”
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
(
)
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the
floor for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
You will need:
■A location allowing for proper exhaust installation.
See “
Venting Requirements.”
■A separate 15 or 20 A circuit needed for gas dryers and
30 A circuit needed for electric dryers.
■If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet
located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer.
See “
Electrical Requirements.”
■Floor must support dryer weight of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg).
Also consider weight of companion appliance.
■Level oor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), clothes may not
tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not
operate correctly.
■For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm)
above oor.
■Steam models only: Cold water faucets located within
4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water ll valves, and water pressure of
20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). You may use your washer’s
water supply by purchasing the necessary parts noted in
“Parts needed.”
IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where
it will be exposed to water, weather, or at temperatures below
45°F (7°C). Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to
shut off at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in longer
drying times.
NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the
same closet as a dryer.
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of
installation and servicing, spacing for companion appliances and
clearances for walls, doors, and oor moldings. Space must be
large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing on all sides
of dryer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door
is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required.
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.
Spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The dimensions shown are for the recommended 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 ventilations openings
are acceptable.
■Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
14" max
(356 mm)
6"/0"*
(152 mm/0 mm)
25 mm/0 mm
3"
(76 mm)
18"
(460 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
1"/0"*
48 in.
(310 cm2)
24 in.
(155 cm
2
2
2
)
*Recommended/Minimum 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 Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.
Mobile home installations require:
All dryers:
■Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase
from your dealer. For further information, see “Assistance
or Service” section in your “Quick Reference Guide.”
■Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to
introduce outside air into dryer. Openings (such as a
nearby window) should be at least twice as large as
dryer exhaust opening.
For gas dryers mobile home installations:
■Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit is available to order.
For further information, see “Assistance or Service” section
in your “Quick Reference Guide.”
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS -
U.S.A. ONLY
It is your responsibility:
■To contact a qualied electrical installer.
■To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in
conformance with the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition and all local codes and
ordinances.
The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power supply
connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved
in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home installations.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269.
■To supply the required 3 or 4-wire, single phase, 120/240 V,
60 Hz, AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4-wire, 120/208 V
electrical supply, if specied on the serial/rating plate) on a
separate 30 A circuit, fused on both sides of the line. Connect
to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the
neutral or grounding circuit.
■Do not use an extension cord.
■If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualied electrician determine that
the ground path is adequate.
Electrical Connection
To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of
electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions
provided for it here.
■This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire
electrical supply connection. The neutral ground conductor
is permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white
wire) within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire
electrical supply connection, the neutral ground conductor
must be removed from the external ground connector (green
screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or
white wire) of the terminal block. When the neutral ground
conductor is secured under the neutral terminal (center or
white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated
from the neutral conductor.
■If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral
ground wire to the neutral wire, see “Optional 3-wire
connection” section.
■A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the
appliance is installed in a location where grounding through
the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the
neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations,
(2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas
where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral
conductors.
If your outlet looks like this:
Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with
ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain
relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least
4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have 4 10-gauge solid
copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of
NEMA Type 14-30 R. The ground wire (ground
conductor) may be either green or bare. The
4-wire
receptacle
(14-30R)
neutral conductor must be identied by a
white cover.
If your outlet looks like this:
Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with
ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain
relief. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least
4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have 3 10-gauge solid
copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of
NEMA Type 10-30 R.
3-wire
receptacle
(10-30R)
If connecting by direct wire:
Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire)
and be:
■Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable
(with ground wire), covered with exible metallic conduit. All
current-carrying wires must be insulated.
■10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum) at
least 5 ft. (1.52 m) long.
If using a power supply cord:
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with
clothes dryers. The kit should contain:
■A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V
minimum, with a temperature rating of 140°F (60°C)
minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT, and
be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to
the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals
with upturned ends.
■A UL listed strain relief.
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ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUPCANADA ONLY
GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP -
U.S.A. AND CANADA
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
It is your responsibility:
■To contact a qualied electrical installer.
■To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in
conformance with Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1-latest
edition and all local codes. A copy of 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 V,
60 Hz, AC only electrical supply on a separate 30 A 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 UL listed
and/or CSA International Certied Power
Cord intended to be plugged into a
standard 14-30R wall receptacle.The cord
is 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. Be sure wall
receptacle is within reach of dryer's
nal location.
For further information, please reference service numbers located
in “Assistance or Service” section of your “Quick Reference
Guide.”
4-wire receptacle
(14-30R)
GROUNDING 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.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
■120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 A or 20 A fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. It is also recommended that a separate
circuit serving only this dryer be provided.
GROUNDING 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
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 propane, have a qualified person make
sure gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 mm) water
column.
Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
GAS TYPE
Natural Gas:
This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is certied by
UL for use with propane gas 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, contact your dealer
or call the phone numbers referenced in the “Assistance or
Service” section of your “Quick Reference Guide.”
■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" propane
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
propane gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON
■Must include shut-off valve
®†
tape.
In the U.S.A.:
An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within
six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The location should be easy to
reach for opening and closing.
In Canada:
An individual manual shut-off 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) ft. (1.8 m) of
the dryer. The location should be easy to reach for opening
and closing.
C
BA
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
E
D
Propane Gas Conversion:
IMPORTANT: 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 your gas company.
GAS SUPPLY LINE
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
■Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible
for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas
connection to the dryer.
■1/2" IPS pipe is recommended.
■3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for
lengths under 20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier
permit.
■If you are using Natural gas, do not use copper tubing.
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GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS
■Use an elbow and a 3/8" are x 3/8" NPT adapter tting
between the exible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe,
as needed to avoid kinking.
■Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON
■This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a
®†
tape.
listed exible gas connector that complies with the standard
for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.
BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS
Elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 m):
■When installed above 2,000 ft. (610 m) a 4% reduction of the
burner Btu 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.
®
TEFLON is a registered trademark of Chemours.
†
DRYER GAS PIPE
■The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer
has a 3/8" male pipe thread.
3/8" NPT dryer pipe
NOTE: For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be an
additional 18" (460 mm) from the oor.
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
Prepare dryer for leveling legs
1.
MAKE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION U.S.A. ONLY
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Power Supply Cord
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.
Use a UL listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center
terminal (silver).
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to
green ground connector.
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining
2 terminals (gold).
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer
down on back cardboard corner posts.
IMPORTANT: If laying dryer on its back, use the cardboard
corner posts the dryer was packed with to avoid damaging the
back of the dryer.
Screw in leveling legs
2.
Using a wrench and tape measure, screw leveling legs into leg
holes until bottom of foot is approximately 1" (25 mm) from
bottom of dryer.
Now stand the dryer on its feet. Slide the dryer until it is close
to its nal location. Leave enough room to connect the exhaust
vent.
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 “Quick Reference Guide.”
Electrical Connection Options
1.Choose electrical connection type
Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle
(NEMA Type 14-30R):
Go to Power Supply Cord Connection.
Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle
(NEMA Type 10-30R):
Go to Power Supply Cord Connection.
4-wire direct connection:
Go to Direct Wire Connection.
3-wire direct connection:
Go to Direct Wire Connection.
NOTE: If local codes do not permit connection of a
cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to “Optional
3-wire connection.” This connection may be used with
either a power supply cord or a direct wire connection.
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