Whirlpool WGD9151YW, WGD9371YL, WGD9371YW, MGDE201YW, MGDE301YG Installation Manual

GAS DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

CANADIAN ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS POUR L’INSTALLATION

DE LA SÉCHEUSE À GAZ (É.-U. ET CANADA)

ÉLECTRIQUE (CANADA UNIQUEMENT)

Table of Contents

DRYER SAFETY ................................................................2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ....................................4

Tools and Parts ...................................................................... 4

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS ..................................................... 5

ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP-CANADA ONLY ........... 7

GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ................................................. 8

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS ........................................................ 10

MAKE GAS CONNECTION ....................................................... 10

VENTING .................................................................................... 11

Venting Requirements ......................................................... 11

Plan Vent System ................................................................. 12

Install Vent System .............................................................. 13

CONNECT INLET HOSE ........................................................... 14

CONNECT VENT ....................................................................... 15

LEVEL DRYER ........................................................................... 16

COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ...............................16

DOOR REVERSAL KIT (OPTIONAL) ........................................ 17

STACKING WASHER AND DRYER (OPTIONAL) .................... 17

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................... 17

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INSTALLATION NOTES

Date of purchase: _________________________________
Date of installation: _______________________________
Installer: ________________________________________
Model number: ___________________________________
Serial number: ___________________________________

Table des matières

SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ....................................... 18

EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION ...................................... 20

Outillage et pièces .............................................................21

EXIGENCES D’EMPLACEMENT ...............................................22

SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE RACCORDEMENT À

L’ALIMENTATION ÉLECTRIQUE - CANADA SEULEMENT .....23

RACCORDEMENT D’UNE SÉCHEUSE À GAZ ........................24

INSTALLATION DES PIEDS DE NIVELLEMENT ......................26

INSTRUCTIONS POUR LE RACCORDEMENT AU GAZ .........26

SYSTÈME D’ÉVACUATION........................................................27

Exigences concernant l’évacuation .................................27

Planication du système d’évacuation ............................28

Installation du système d’évacuation ...............................30

RACCORDEMENT DES TUYAUX D’ALIMENTATION ..............30

RACCORDEMENT DU CONDUIT D’ÉVACUATION .................34

RÉGLAGE DE L’APLOMB DE LA SÉCHEUSE..........................32

ACHEVER L’INSTALLATION LISTE DE VÉRIFICATION ........... 33

INVERSION DE LA PORTE (FACULTATIF) ................................34

LAVEUSE ET SÉCHEUSE SUPERPOSÉES (FACULTATIF) ......34

DÉPANNAGE ..............................................................................34

NOTES CONCERNANT L’INSTALLATION

Date d’achat: ______________________________________
Date d’installation: __________________________________
Installateur: _______________________________________
Numéro de modéle: _________________________________
Numéro de série: ___________________________________

W10385100B
W10385101B - SP

DRYER SAFETY

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IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.

3

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

Tools needed for all installations:

Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver

1/4" and 5/16" nut driver

(recommended)

Level

Tools needed for gas installations:

8" or 10" pipe wrench

Pipe-joint compound
resistant to LP gas

8" or 10" adjustable wrench
(for gas connections)

Parts supplied:

Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts
are included.

NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing
with a pedestal or a stack kit.

Tape measure

Utility knife

Caulking gun and compound

(new vent installations)

Pliers

Tin snips (new vent
installations)

Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (25 mm) or
hex-head socket wrench

Leveling legs (4)

Short inlet hose
(steam models only)

Rubber washers
(steam models only)

“Y” connector
(steam models only)

Long inlet hose
(steam models only)

Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer)

■ Vent clamps

■ Vent elbows and ductwork

Additional parts may be required, depending in your installation.
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting.
Read “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”
before purchasing parts.

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Optional Equipment:

(Not supplied with dryer)
Refer to your Use and Care Guide for information about
accessories available for your dryer.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

You will need:

■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation.

See “Venting Requirements.”

■ A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for a gas dryer or 30 amp

circuit for an electric dryer.

■ 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.

■ Cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water ll

valves, and water pressure of 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa).
You may use the water supply for your washer using the “Y”
connector and short hose (if needed) which are provided.

■ Level oor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire

dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended
Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. If not level, clothes
may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may
not operate correctly.

■ For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (457 mm)

above oor. If using a pedestal, you will need 18" (457 mm)
to bottom of dryer.

■ The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where

it will be exposed to water and/or weather.

IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where
it will be exposed to water, weather, or at temperatures below
40° F (4° C). Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to
shut off at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in longer
drying times.

DRYER DIMENSIONS

Front view:

3

35

/8"

(899 mm)

1"*

(25 mm)

* Approx. measurement

Side view:

3

48

/4"

(1238 mm)

1"*

(25 mm)

* Approx. measurement

Back view:

53/4"*

(146 mm)

Vent

(686 mm)

29"

(737 mm)

7

6

(174 mm)

Electric

Water inlet

/8"

/ "

27"

†

3

Water Inlet:

3

(146 mm)

1

3

/2"

(89 mm)

1

6

/4"

(159 mm)

Vent:

1

/2" (89 mm)

1

/4" (83 mm)

35

(899 mm)

53/4"

1

28

/8"

(715 mm)

3

/8"

Gas

1"

(25 mm)

* Approx.

measurement

NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance
behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”

(650 mm)

14"

(358 mm)

251/2"

61/8"*

(156 mm)

†

Steam models only

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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.

NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the
same closet as a dryer.

Installation spacing for recessed area
or closet installation

All dimensions show recommended and minimum spacing
allowed.

■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of

installation and servicing.

■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, oor

moldings, dryer venting, and gas line.

■ Additional spacing should be considered on all sides

of the dryer 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 ventilation openings are
acceptable.

■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

Closet Installation (stacked washer and dryer):

6"

(152 mm)

3"

5"

(127 mm)

1"

(25 mm)

76"

(1930 mm)

1"

(25 mm)

(76 mm)

3"

(76 mm)

48 in.

(310 cm2)

24 in.

(155 cm2)

Cabinet installation (dryer only):

7"

(178 mm)

2

2

Recommended installation clearances:
Closet installation (dryer only):

5"

(127 mm)

34" recommended

(864 mm)

18" min.

(457 mm)

(25 mm)

1"

(25 mm)

(76 mm)

3"

(76 mm)

1"

3"

2

48 in.

(310 cm2)

2

24 in.

(155 cm2)

18"

(460 mm)

5"

(127 mm)

1"

1"

(25 mm)

(25 mm)

Custom under counter installation (dryer only):

39" min.

(990 mm)

6

1"

(25 mm)

1"

(25 mm)

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:

■ Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase from

your dealer. For further information, see “Assistance or
Service” section in your Use and Care 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 mobile home installation of gas dryers:

■ Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number 346764

is available to order. For further information, see “Assistance
or Service" section in your Use and Care Guide.

ELECTRIC DRYER
POWER HOOKUP- CANADA ONLY

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

It is your responsibility:

■ To contact a qualied 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 volt,

60 Hz, AC only electrical supply on a separate 30-amp 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 CSA

International Certied 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.

4-wire receptacle

(14-30R)

If using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended that
you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 8529008.

For further information, please reference service numbers located
in “Assistance or Service” section of your Use and Care Guide.

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 qualied 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 qualied electrician.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

■ 120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20- amp 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 qualied 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 qualied electrician.

GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

GAS TYPE

Natural Gas:

This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is design­certied by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases
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 Use and Care Guide.

LP Gas Conversion:

IMPORTANT: Conversion must be made by a qualied

technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas

specied on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting your gas company.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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*53/4"
(146 mm)

1

1

/2"

(38 mm)

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 Certied 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. See illustration.

■ 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.

■ 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" LP

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 LP gas
must be used. Do not use TEFLON

■ Must include shut-off valve

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

A

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tape.

E

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 10,000 ft. (3,048 m):

■ When installed above 10,000 ft. (3,048 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.

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 gas pipe

* NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas

pipe height must be an additional 10" (254 mm) or

15.5" (394 mm) from the oor, depending on the pedestal
model. For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must
be an additional 18" (460 mm) from the oor.

B

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.

D

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company.

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A

B

C

D

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

MAKE GAS CONNECTION
(gas dryer models only)

1. Connect gas supply to dryer

1. Prepare dryer for leveling legs

To avoid damaging oor, use a large at piece of cardboard

from dryer carton; place under entire back edge of dryer.
Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay
dryer down on cardboard.

2. Screw in leveling legs

A

A. Flared male tting
B. Non-ared male tting

Remove red cap from gas pipe. Using a wrench to tighten,
connect gas supply to dryer. Use pipe-joint compound
on threads of all non-ared male ttings. If exible metal
tubing is used, be sure there are no kinks.

NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must use pipe-joint
compound resistant to action of LP gas Do not use
TEFLON

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tape.

B

2. Plan pipe tting connection (option 1)

diamond
marking

Examine leveling legs, nd diamond marking. Screw legs into
leg holes by hand, use a wrench to nish turning legs until
diamond marking is no longer visible.

Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under each
of the 2 dryer back corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the
dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its nal location.
Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent.

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A. 3/8" exible gas connector
B. 3/8" dryer gas pipe

A combination of pipe ttings must be used to connect dryer
to existing gas line. A recommended connection is shown.
Your connection may be different, according to supply line
type, size, and location.

C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow
D. 3/8" pipe-to-are adapter

tting

3. Open shut-off valve

A

B

A. Closed valve
B. Open valve

Open shut-off valve in supply line; valve is open when handle
is parallel to gas pipe. Then, test all connections by brushing
on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution.
Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leaks found.

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company.

VENTING
Venting Requirements

Exhaust hoods:

■ An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and

insects from entering the home.

■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object

that may obstruct exhaust (such as owers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).

■ Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.

Recommended Styles:

WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, this dryer MUST BE

EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building. Only rigid or exible metal vent shall be used for
exhausting.

4"

(102 mm)

4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent

■ Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps

may be used.

■ Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

Rigid metal vent:

■ Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid

crushing and kinking.

Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean)

■ Must be fully extended and supported in nal dryer location.

■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result

in reduced airow and poor performance.

■ Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or oors.

■ The total length should not exceed 7

■ The length of exible metal vent used must be included in the

overall vent system design as shown in the Vent System Chart.

3

/4 ft. (2.4 m).

Louvered Hood

Box Hood

Acceptable Style:

Angled Hood

Elbows:

■ 45° elbows provide better airow than 90° elbows.

Good

Better

Clamps:

■ Use clamps to seal all joints.

■ Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws

or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct
and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.

NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire

length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged
with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or
exible metal vents. Review Vent system chart and if necessary,
modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance.

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