Whirlpool WGD7800X, WGD7600X, WGD7400X, WGD7300X User Manual

PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS

WGD7300X, WGD7400X, WGD7600X, WGD7800X

Gas Dryer

Dryer with extended back: Dryer with at back:

Bottom view:

Back view:

Recommended Installation Spacing:

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

Spacing for recessed area or closet installation

All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides and rear.

■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.

■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and oor moldings.

■ 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 ventilitation openings are acceptable.

■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

W10388777

06/2011

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

Gas supply: This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. Dryer can be converted to L.P. gas. When rigid pipe is used it should be 1/2" IPS. When acceptable to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be used for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m). For lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m), larger tubing should be used. Pipe-joint compounds resistant to the action of L.P. gas must be used. An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed within 6 ft (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

A 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 amp fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker and a separate circuit are recommended.

WATER (STEAM MODELS ONLY) REQUIREMENTS

The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses. Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

VENTING REQUIREMENTS

Exhaust venting: Exhaust your dryer to the outside. 4" (102 mm)

diameter vent is required. Rigid or exible metal exhaust vent must be used. Do not use plastic or metal foil vet. Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (305 mm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust.

Exhaust hoods:

Recommended Styles:

Louvered Hood

Box Hood

Acceptable Style:

Angled Hood

Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance:

■ Use following Vent System Chart to determine type of vent

material and hood combinations acceptable to use.

NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specied in Vent System Chart. Exhaust systems longer than those specied will:

■ Shorten life of dryer.

■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times

and increased energy usage.

Whirlpool Vent System Chart

Number of 90° elbows

Type

of vent

Rigid metal

Box/louvered

hoods

64 ft. (20 m)

54 ft. (16.5 m)

44 ft. (13.4 m)

Angled

hoods

58 ft. (17.7 m)

48 ft. (14.6 m)

38 ft. (11.6 m)

Determine vent path:

■ Select route that will provide straightest and most direct

path outdoors.

■ Plan installation to use fewest number of elbows and

turns.

■ When using elbows or making turns, allow as much

room as possible.

■ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.

■ Use as few 90° turns as possible.

Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specications without notice. Instructions packed with product. Specications subject to change without notice.

NOTE: Bottom exhaust installations have a 90° turn inside the

dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn to the charts.

Rigid metal

35 ft. (10.7 m)

27 ft. (8.2 m)

29 ft. (8.8 m)

21 ft. (6.4 m)