Whirlpool LTG6234DZ1, LTG6234DZ0, LTG6234DQ1, LTG6234DT1, LTG6234DQ0 Installation Guide
IMPORTANT:
Gas Large Capacity ThinTwin
Washer °Dryer - 120 Volt
Installation Instructions
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these instructions.
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Installer: Leave Installation Instructions
with the homeowner,
Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions
for future reference.
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electrical inspector's use.
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Part No, 3395326 Rev. F
Before you start..•
Your safety and the safety of others are
very important.
We haveprovidedmany important safetymessages
in this manualandon your appliance.Arwaysread
and obey all safety messages.
[pl_ This is the safetyalert symbol.
This symbol alerts youto potential
hazardsthat can kill or hurt you and
others
All safety messageswill fellow the safety alert
symbol and either the word "DANGER"or
"WARNING".Thesewords mean:
Check location where washer/dryer will
be installed Proper installation isyour
responsibility. The washer/dryer must not
be installed or stored in an area where it
will be exposed to water and/or
weather Make sure you have rigid
everything necessary for correct _p_y
installation
Grounded electrical _oupling
ouhet is required. See 38" win to 41"
"Electrical from floor i
requirements." i
1/8-inch NPTplugged i
tapping is required.
(See Panel B,Step L)
Thisa
c wall, The cable bracket must be
secured to a wal! stud within a
27 inch-wide area that is28 inches
minimum to 41 inches maximum
from floor. (See Panel F.)
Standpipe drain system:Needs
a two-inch diameter standpipe
with minimum carry-away
capacity of 17 gallons per
minute Top of standpipe must
be at least 34 inches high and
no higher than
72 inches from floor
Floor drain system requires a
siphon break, Part NO. 285320,
available from a WhirlpooP
authorized parts distributor,
g_s supply line
rnQx.
Youcan be killed orseriouslyinjured if you
don't imm_ follow instructions.
Youcan bekilled orseriously injuredifyoudon't
follow instructions.
All safety messageswill tell youwhat the potential
hazardis, tell you how to reducethe chanceof
injury, andtell you what can happeeif the
instructions are not followed.
Hot and cold
gasshulOe
valve
Support: Floor must be sturdy enough
- to support washer/dryer weight, with
water and clothes, of 500 pounds
water faucets:
Must be within
4 feetof the
back ofthe
washer/dryer
and provide
water pressure
of 5 -100 PSI
WARNING: For your safety the
information in this manual J
Do Not store or operate washer/dryer below
32_F(some water may remain in washer).
Proper operation of dryer cycles requires
temperatures above 45°F. See Use & Care
Guide for "Winterizing" information.
Check code requirements:Some codes
limit or do not permit installation of clothes
dryers in garages, closets, mobile homes
and sleeping quarters. (Contact your local
building inspector)
Check utilities:Proper gas, water and
electric supply connections must be
available.
Water heater:Settodeliver140°Fwatertothe
washer
Laundrytub drain system: Needs a 20 gallon
laundry tub Top of tub must be at least
34 inches high and no higher than 72 inches
from floor.
If a longer drain hose isneeded, drain hose
(Part No, 388423) and hose extension kit (Part
No 285442) are available from Whirlpool-
authorized parts distributors.
Dryer may be exhausted from the rear or
left or right side. Exhausting through the
side requires Part No. 3391335 (See
"Exhaust requirements," Panels B
and C)
Four-inch metal exhaust
vent isrequired.
SEERECESSEDAREA
INSTRUCTIONS ON PANELG.
Important: Observe all governing
codes and ordlnonces.
Levelfloor:
1-inch maximum slope
under entire washer/dryer.
Tools and materials
needed for installation:
must be followed to minimize I
the risk of fire or explosion or I
to prevent property damage,
persona njury or death.
eat-blade used, it should be 1/2-inch IPS Pipe-joint
Phillips screwdriver
screwdriver compounds resistant to the action of
adiustable shutoffvalve
may be
_ to "open" posJSon_,
wrench(two
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors,
such as gasoline, away from dryer.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
Location: Should be large enough to fully
open dryer door to 90°. (See Panel G for
"Recessed and closet installation
instructions" and "Product dimensions ")
-- 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
level requir dryer _
A 1" x 4" x 24" board and fasteners ale also FI The supply line shall be equipped
required (but are not included with this produCt), wJflh a shutoft valve. This valve $h ouJd be
Gas supply-- washer/dryer and should be in
area of all occupants.
• Immediately call your gas
supplier from a neighbor's
phone. Follow the gas
re-uSremen's,.xs• location that allows ease of opening
OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES shutoff valve.
AND ORDINANCES
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.
Use a new AGA or CSA approved gas
supply line. H
Install a shut-off valve. • This washer/dryer is equipped
Securely tighten all gas connections, with its own permanent, flexible gas
If connected to LP, have a qualified International, for connecting the
_erson make sure gas pressure does appliance to the gas supply line.
not exceed 13" water column.
Examples of a qualified person include Copies of the standards listedmay be obtained from:
licensed heating personnel, authorized "CSAIntemaSonal
gas company personnel, and 8501EastPleasantValle Road
authorized service personnel. *'National FireProtectionASSOciation
Failure to do so can result in death, BoffemmarchPark
explosion, or fire. Quincy, Massachusetts02269
Explosion Hazard Recessed and cksset installations)
Panel A Panel B
AnThis installation must conform with
American National Standard, National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 -- latest
edition,* and all local codes and
ordinances.
B nThe design of this dryer has been
certified by CSA International for use at
altitudes up to 10,000 feet above sea
level at the D.T,U.rating indicated on
the model/serial plate. Burner input
adjustments are not required when the
dryer isoperated up to this elevation.
When installed above 10,000 feet, a four
percent (4%) reduction of the burner
B.T.U. rating shown on the model/serial
plate isrequired for each 1,000 foot
increase in elevation For assistance
when converting to other gas types
and/or installing above 10,000 feet
elevation, contact your local service
company.
C L
• Check that this _=
dryer isequipped with
the correct burner for
the particular type of
gas in the home.
Burner information will
be found on the rating plate in the door
well of the appliance If this information
does not agree with the type of gas
available, see your dealer.
D •This dryer is equipped for use with
NATURAL GAS It is certified by CSA
International for manufactured, mixed
and LP. (propane or butane) gases with
appropriate conversion No altempt
shall be made to convert the appliance
from the gas specified on the
model/serial rating plate for use with a
different gas without consulting the
service gas supplier or a Whirlpool
designated service company.
Conversion must be done by a qualified
service technician. Gas conversion kit
pad numbers are listed on the burner
bracket behind the access panel.
(See Panel E.)
E• Provide o rigid gas supply line to
the dryer location When rigid pipe is
LP. gas must be used.
located in the same room as the
and closing, Do Not block access to the
G i If the washer/dryer is Installed in a
confined area such as a bedroom,
bathroom or closet, it must be
exhausted to the outside and provision
made for enough combustion air and
ventilation air. (Check governing codes
and ordinances. Also refer to the
section in this instruction covering
connector, design certified by CSA
Cleveland,Ohio44131-_575
gas
supply
a
I.]f rigid pipe is _o_m_:_uen.°'l_
used as a gas
supply line, a
pipe fiiffings must
be used to Do
obtain an in line pipe_jolnt
connection to compound.
the washer/dryer, flexible as i_
J• Make sure the back and sides of
the cabinet are free of obstructions to
permit adequate clearance of air
openings for combustion air (See
"Recessed and closet installation
instructions" for minimum spacing
requirements, Panel G)
K• For ease of installation, operating
and servicing (if ever needed),
adequate space should be provided
around the washer/dryer.
L= An 1/8-inch NPT plugged tapping,
accessible for test gauge connection,
must be installed immediately upstream
of the gas supply connector to the
dryer.
The dryer and its individual shutoff valve
must be disconnected from the gas
supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test
pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa)
The dryer must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing its
individual manual shutoff valve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply
piping system at test pressures equal to
or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).
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Electrical requirements
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.
Impodant: Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
If codes permit and a separate ground
wire is used, it is recommended that a
qualified electrician determine that the
ground path isadequate.
A three wire, single phase, 120 volt,
60 Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-ampere, fused,
electrksal supply is required. A time-
delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. If your home has a
circuit wired and fused for 20 amperes,
this is preferred. If you are installing a
new circuit, one wired and fused for
20 amperes is recommended It is also
recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
Recommended
ground method
For your personal safety, this appliance
must be grounded This washer/dryer is
equipped with a power supply cord
having a 3 prong ground plug. To
minimize possible shock hazard, the
cord must be plugged into a mating,
3-prong, ground-type outlet, grounded
in accordance with the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70 latest edition,** and all local codes
and ordinances. (See Figure 1) If a
mating outlet is not available, it is the
personal responsibility and obligation of
the customer to have a properly
grounded, 3 prong outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
- greu.2-
.1 pro•
greun2 outlet IIF -,ll
power
cord ground
supply p_U_d
S-pro•
Replace any pk:_c or
metal foil vent with rigid
metal or flexible metal
vent.
Useclamps te seal all
joints DO not use duct
tape, Screws or other
fastening devices that extend into the interior
of the vent to secure vent.
Se_,ice check: Back pressure in any exhaust
system used must not exceed 0.6 Inches in
water column mecs,Jred wtn an incline
manometer at fine point hat exhaust vent
connects to dryer,
exhaust air flow
Mobile home installation
This appliance issuitable for mobile
home installatlons. The installatlon of the
washer/dryer must conform to the
Manufactured Home Construction and
Safety, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (forrnedy
the Federal Standard for Mobile Homes
Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD
Part 280, latest edition).
For all installations, this I2_ 1
appliance MUSTbe
fastened to the wan with
cable bracket and MUST _1:_
be exhausted to the _]
outside. Exhaust system
hardware isavailable
through your Whirlpool
dealer.
Mobile home exhaust requirements: The
washer/dryer must have an outside
exhaust.Ifthe dryerisexhausted
through the floorand the area under
the mobile home isenclosed,the
exhaust system must terminateoutside
the enclosed area. Extensionbeyond
the enclosure willprevent lintand
moisture buildup under the mobile
home,
Figure 1
Exhaust requirements
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death or fire.
Impodant: Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
Exhaust your dryer to the outside.
Moisture and lint indoors may cause:
• Lint to gather around the dryer where
it can be fuel for a fire.
• Moisture damage to woodwork,
furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpet,
etc.
• Housecleaning problems and hea)th
problems,
If the washer/dryer isinstalled in a
confined area such as a bedroom,
bathroom or closet, it must be The exhaust vent can b( I_
exhausted tothe outsideand provision routed up, down, left,
must be made for enough air for right or straight out the
ventilation. Check governing codes and back of the
ordinances. Also refer to the "Recessed washer/dryer Space
and closet installation instructions" on requirements are
Panel G. provided on Panel G of
Dura Safe TM vent products are the Installation I0,
recommended and ore availablefrom Instructions and on the 19.
your dealer. See Panel G. rear panel of the
Four-inchdiameter _ isrequired.
Useo heavy melol vent. Do nat use plasfle or
metal foil vent,
• Do Not use r_n_netal flexible vent, or
exhaust hoods with magnefle latches
• Do Not exhaust dryer into a chimney,
furnace, cold air vent, attic or crawl space,
or any other vent used for venfleg
• Do Not installflexible vent inenclosed walls,
ceilings or floors.
Rigidmetal vent is recomrnended to prevent
crushing and kinking.
Flexiblemetal vent must be fully extended
and supported when 1he dryer isin itsfinal
positon
Remove excess flexible vent to avoid
sagging and kinking that may result in
reduced air flow
An exhaust hood _hould cap tne exhaust
vent to prevent rodents and insects from
entering the home.
Exhaustoultel hood must be at least 12
inches from the ground or any object that
maybe inthe path of the exhaust (such as
flowers, rocks or bushes, etc.).
tl udng an e_dstingexhaust system,clean lint
Plan installation to use the fewest
number of elbows and turns,
Maximum length of the exhaust system
depends upon the type of vent used,
number of elbows and the type of
exhaust hood. The maximum length for
both rigid and flexible vent isshown in
the chaff.
2.1/2 _'
Rear, Side or Bottom Exhaust
Number
of 90°
Tums
O 42 FT. MAXIMUM
1 34 FT, LENGTH OF
2 26 FT. 4" DIA, RIGID
METAL VENT
0 26 FT MAXIMUM
1 21 FT LENGTH OF
2 16 FT 4" DIA FLEXIBLE
METAL VENT
washer!dryer
Four-inch outlet hood is preferred.
However, a 2-1/2-inch outlet exhaust
hood may be used A 2-1/2-inch outlet
creates greater back pressure than Numbers
other hood types
Exhausting the dryer
through the side of the
washer!dryer requires
the use of Side Exhaust
Kit, Part No. 339133B
Follow kit installation
instructions for proper
exhaust installation.
For exhaust systems
not covered by the
exhaust length chart, see Whirlpool
Service Manual, Exhaustina Whirlpool
Part No. 603197, available from
your Whirlpool parts distributor
A closet installation must be exhausted
oulside. See "Recessed and closet
installation instructions" on Panel G for
adequate unobstructed air opening
requirements.
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With washer/dryer in laundry area.
Use two or more people to move and
install washer/dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or
other Injury.
Truck only from rear to prevent product
damage.
•Open washer lid. Take hoses and
parts packages out of basket. Close lid.
correspond
to steps.
Excessive Weight Hazard
30.
fromeaErele_31hofsystemand make sure
e_'_st hood isnot plugged wilh lint.
Panel C
U/
HL
connector must be
connected In a
Flexible ga_
slngle, nalural loop.
• I hose clamp
• 4 flat, water-hose washers
• 4 cable-bracket screws
• 1 small clamp
• Remove parts from package
Check that all parts were included
Pullthe
shipping
strap
com.pletely
out of the
washer.
• Pull to completely remove the
shipping strap with 2 cotterpins from the
inside of the washer/dryer.
Save the shipping strap for use in Step 18.
mTilt washer/dryer forward. Check
that rear leveling legs move up and
down freely so that washer/dryer can
be properly leveled in Step 15.
Usenew hoseand washersthat came with
yourwasher/dryer.
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use
to reduce the risk of hose failure Inspect
and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks,
cuts, wear, or leaks are found When
replacing your inlet hoses, mark the
date of replacement on the label with a
permanenl marker.
mouated 1o a I" x 4"
board, 24" long, that Js
Caple bracket must be I J
securely mounted
(}cross twO wall studs or
on a concrete wall, (See
Panels D and F.)
23. 24.
=
11.
18.
Pull shipping strap
with 2 coflerpins
completely out of
washer,
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