Speed Queen CES68AWF, CGS68AWF Installation Instructions Manual

Installation Instructions

for Front Control Dryers

Inside......................................

Dimensions........................................................................ 3

Before You Start................................................................ 4

Installing the Dryer............................................................ 5

Installer Checklist.............................................................. Back Cover

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Date Purchased ________________ Model Number ________________ Serial Number _________________

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Part No. 512100R3

June 2007

WARNING

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 installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

IMPORTANT: Purchaser must consult the local gas supplier for suggested instructions to be followed if the dryer user smells gas. The gas utility instructions plus the SAFETY and WARNING note directly above must be posted in a prominent location near the dryer for customer use.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

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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The following information applies to the state of Massachusetts, USA.

• This appliance can only be installed by a Massachusetts licensed plumber or gas fitter.

• This appliance must be installed with a 36 inch (91 cm) long flexible gas connector.

• A “T-Handle” type gas shut-off valve must be installed in the gas supply line to this appliance.

• This appliance must not be installed in a bedroom or bathroom.

means without the expressed written consent of the publisher.

Dimensions

8.0 in.

(20.3 cm)

23.5 in.

(59.7 cm)

28 in.

(71.1 cm)

* With leveling legs turned into base.

8.0 in.

(20.3 cm)

23.5 in.

(59.7 cm)

28 in.

(71.1 cm)

*4.5 in. (11.4 cm)

0.4 in.

(1.1 cm)

*4.5 in. (11.4 cm)

*4.0 in.

(10.2 cm)

0.4 in.

(1.1 cm)

*41.2 in. (104.6 cm)

15.4 in.

(39.1 cm)

26.9 in.

(68.3 cm)

ELECTRIC DRYERS

*41.2 in. (104.6 cm)

2.3 in. (6 cm)

15.4 in.

(39.1 cm)

26.9 in.

(68.3 cm)

*15.44 in.

(10.2 cm)

*2.8 in. (7 cm)

*15.44 in.

*37.44 in. (95.1 cm)

(39.2 cm)

*4.0 in.

DRY2201N

*37.44 in. (95.1 cm)

(39.2 cm)

DRY2202N

*With leveling legs turned into base.

1 3/8 in. NPT Gas Connection

512100

GAS DRYERS

DRY2202N

Before You Start

Parts Included

Supplies

For most installations, the basic supplies you will need are:

An accessories bag has been shipped inside your dryer. It includes:

• Installation Instructions

• User’s Guide

• Product Registration Card

• Dryer Rack Reply Card

• Warranty Bond

• Three screws (electric dryers only). Refer to

Connecting Power Cord sections in Step 4 of

Installation.

1 Safety Glasses 2 Power Cord (Electric Models) 3 Wrench 4 Screwdriver 5 Level 6 5/16 Inch Socket Wrench 7 Duct Tape 8 Teflon Tape (Gas Models)

Figure 1

WARNING

Any disassembly requiring the use of tools must be performed by a suitably qualified service person.

DRY2023N

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Installing the Dryer

Step 1: Position and Level the Dryer

Install dryer before washer. This allows room for attaching exhaust duct.

Select a location with a solid floor. Dryers installed in residential garages must be elevated 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor.

No other fuel burning appliance should be installed in the same closet with the dryer.

The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.

The dryers needs sufficient clearance and an adequate air supply for proper operation and ventilation, and for easier installation and servicing. (Minimum clearances are shown below).

A A

FRONT VIEW

(w/o Closet Door}

Area Description

A Dryer sides and rear clearance 0 in. (0 cm) 0 in. (0 cm)

B Dryer top clearance 12 in. (30.5 cm) 12 in. (30.5 cm)

C Dryer front clearance Not Applicable 2 in. (5.1 cm)

D Exhaust duct clearance to

combustible material

E Weather hood to ground clearance 12 in. (30.5 cm) 12 in. (30.5 cm)

F Distance from floor or ceiling to

hole edge

G* Area of centered air openings in

closet door

*Louvered door with equivalent air openings is acceptable. (Minimum clearances are shown.)

SIDE VIEW

Free Standing/Alcove

Installation

2 in. (5.1 cm) 2 in. (5.1 cm)

Not Applicable 3 in. (7.6 cm)

Not Applicable 40 sq. in./open (260 sq. cm)

**42 in.

(106.7 cm)

2 (G)

FRONT VIEW

(Closet Door}

DRY1968N

Closet Installation

1 Closet Door 2 Centered Air Openings (2 Openings minimum) 3 Outer Wall of Enclosure

**NOTE: For new installations, locate top of wall vent 42 inches (106.7 cm) above floor to make venting easier to connect.

Figure 2

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Place the dryer in position, and adjust the legs until the dryer is level from side to side and front to back. The dryer must not rock.

DRY2050N

WARNING

This gas appliance contains or produces a chemical or chemicals which can cause death or serious illness and which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. To reduce the risk from substances in the fuel or from fuel combustion, make sure this appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to the instructions in this manual.

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To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT use plastic or thin foil ducting to exhaust the dryer.

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DRY2050N

1 Dryer Base 2 Level 3 Leveling Leg

Figure 3

IMPORTANT: In mobile home installations, gas dryers MUST be permanently attached to the floor at the time of installation. Order No. 526P3 Dryer Installation Kit (available at extra cost) for a manufactured (mobile) home installation. Follow the instructions supplied with the kit.

Step 2: Connect Dryer Exhaust System

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire and combustion gas accumulation the dryer MUST be exhausted to the outdoors.

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To reduce the risk of fire and the accumulation of combustion gases, DO NOT exhaust dryer air into a window well, gas vent, chimney or enclosed, unventilated area, such as an attic, wall, ceiling, crawl space under a building or concealed space of a building.

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• DO NOT use plastic or thin foil ducting. Rigid

metal duct is recommended.

DON’TDO

Figure 4

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• Locate dryer so exhaust duct is as short as

possible.

• Be certain old ducts are cleaned before installing

your new dryer.

• Use 4 inch (102 mm) 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 or pop-rivets on all duct joints.

• Ductwork that runs through unheated areas must

be insulated to help reduce condensation and lint build-up on pipe walls.

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