DOOR REVERSAL (OPTIONAL) ............................................... 15
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INSTALLATION NOTES
Date of purchase: _________________________________
Date of installation: _______________________________
Installer: ________________________________________
Model number: ___________________________________
Serial number: ___________________________________
Table des matières
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ..................................................19
Planication du système d’évacuation ............................28
Installation du système d’évacuation ...............................30
RACCORDEMENT DES TUYAUX D’ALIMENTATION ..............30
RACCORDEMENT DU CONDUIT D’ÉVACUATION .................32
RÉGLAGE DE L’APLOMB DE LA SÉCHEUSE..........................32
ACHEVER L’INSTALLATION LISTE DE VÉRIFICATION ...........33
INVERSION DE LA PORTE (FACULTATIF) ................................33
NOTES CONCERNANT L’INSTALLATION
Date d’achat: ______________________________________
Date d’installation: __________________________________
Installateur: _______________________________________
Numéro de modéle: _________________________________
Numéro de série: ___________________________________
W10423115A
W10423116A - SP
DRYER SAFETY
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IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Tools needed for all installations:
Tools needed for gas installations:
Flat-blade screwdriver#2 Phillips screwdriver
1/4" and 5/16" nut driver
(recommended)
Tape measure
Level
Pliers
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.
Leveling legs (4)
Utility knife
Caulking gun and compound
(new vent installations)
®
Min. 8" long Torx
screwdriver
(for door reversal only)
† ® TORX is a registered trademark of Saturn Fasteners, Inc.
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T25
Tin snips (new vent
installations)
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (25 mm) or
hex-head socket wrench
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Short inlet hose
Rubber washers
Long inlet hose
“Y” connector
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.
Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer)
Refer to your “Use and Care Guide” for information about
accessories available for your dryer.
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
27"
(686 mm)
3
/4
"*
(18 mm)
38
1
/8
"
(968 mm)
61/4"
(159 mm)
29
7
/8"*
(759 mm)
3
1
/2"*
(89 mm)
53/4"*
(146 mm)
6
1
/8"*
(156 mm)
14
3
/8"
(365 mm)
253/4"
(654 mm)
3
/4"*
(18 mm)
DRYER DIMENSIONS
Front view:
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" (460 mm) ■
above oor. If using a pedestal, you will need 18" (460 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.
* Approx. measurement
Side view:
* Approx. measurement
Back view:
Water inlet
Vent
NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance
behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements”.
Gas
* Approx. measurement
5
18" min.
(457 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
5"
(127 mm)
24 in.2 min.
(155 cm2)
48 in.2 min.
(310 cm
2
)
3"
(76 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
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.
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”.
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 ventilitation openings are
acceptable.
Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.■
Recommended installation clearances (dryer only):
*
*
* 0" (0 mm) spacing is allowed.
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.
ELECTRIC DRYER
POWER HOOKUP- CANADA ONLY
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
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 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 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.
4-wire receptacle
(14-30R)
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
If using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended that
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE 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.
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”.
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
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.
GAS TYPE
Natural Gas:
This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is designcertied 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 qualied
technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas
specied on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting your gas company.
7
*53/4"
(146 mm)
1
1
/2"
(38 mm)
GAS SUPPLY LINE
A
B
E
D
C
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. 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■
®†
tape.
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■
®†
tape.
This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a ■
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.
DRYER GAS PIPE
The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has ■
a 3/8" male pipe thread.
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.
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.
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.
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†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company.
A
B
A
B
C
D
A
B
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
diamond
marking
1. Prepare dryer for leveling legs
MAKE GAS CONNECTION
(gas dryer models only)
1. Connect gas supply to dryer
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®† tape.
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
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.
2. Plan pipe tting connection (option 1)
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
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 leak found.
†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company.
A. Closed valve
B. Open valve
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VENTING
4"
(102 mm)
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) 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 airow 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 airow 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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Plan Vent System
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installation:
B
A
Special provisions for mobile homes:
Exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible
portion of mobile home and must not terminate beneath the
mobile home. Terminate exhaust vent outside.
C
D
A. Dryer
B Elbow
C. Wall
D. Exhaust hood
E. Clamps
F
G
B
H
F. Rigid metal or
exible metal vent
G. Vent length
necessary to
connect elbows
H. Exhaust outlet
E
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.■
Determine vent length and elbows needed for best
drying performance:
Use the 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 specied
in “Vent System Chart”.
Exhaust systems longer than those specied will:
Shorten life of dryer.■
Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times ■
and increased energy usage.
Optional exhaust installations:
This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left
side, or through the bottom. If you prefer, you may contact your
local dealer to have the dryer converted.
ABC
A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. Left or right side exhaust installation
C. Bottom exhaust installation
The “Vent System Chart” provides venting requirements
that will help achieve best drying performance.
Vent System Chart
Number of
90° elbows
0
1
2
3
4
NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have a 90° turn
inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add
one 90° turn to the chart.
Type
of vent
Rigid metal
Rigid metal
Rigid metal
Rigid metal
Rigid metal
Box/louvered
hoods
64 ft. (20 m)
54 ft. (16.5 m)
44 ft. (13.4 m)
35 ft. (10.7 m)
27 ft. (8.2 m)
Angled
hoods
58 ft. (17.7 m)
48 ft. (14.6 m)
38 ft. (11.6 m)
29 ft. (8.8 m)
21 ft. (6.4 m)
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