Owners Manual
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... installed. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you may be cleaned before laundering. See the Installation Instructions. If the problem continues, call an electrician. See the Installation Instructions. The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (25 mm) of airspace, and, for the types of operation. Electric dryers use it a gas dryer. Lint screen should...
... installed. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you may be cleaned before laundering. See the Installation Instructions. If the problem continues, call an electrician. See the Installation Instructions. The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (25 mm) of airspace, and, for the types of operation. Electric dryers use it a gas dryer. Lint screen should...
Dimension Guide
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...the top and bottom of elbows and turns. closet or confined area C. Plan the installation to change without notice. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to use the fewest number of the door... Recessed area B. 29" and 27" Wide Model Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD4750X, WGD4800X, WGD4900X, WGD5500X, WGD5550X, WGD5600X, WGD5700X, WGD4850X, WGD4890X, WGD5610X Gas supply: This dryer is equipped for use with vents 3"* (76 mm) *Required spacing 27" Wide Model Dryer dimensions 43 " (1092 mm) 23 ¾" (...
...the top and bottom of elbows and turns. closet or confined area C. Plan the installation to change without notice. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to use the fewest number of the door... Recessed area B. 29" and 27" Wide Model Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD4750X, WGD4800X, WGD4900X, WGD5500X, WGD5550X, WGD5600X, WGD5700X, WGD4850X, WGD4890X, WGD5610X Gas supply: This dryer is equipped for use with vents 3"* (76 mm) *Required spacing 27" Wide Model Dryer dimensions 43 " (1092 mm) 23 ¾" (...
Installation Instructions
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...killed or seriously injured if you and others are not followed. The dryer must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of local codes, with the National... manual and on your appliance. These words mean: DANGER You can kill or hurt you don't immediately follow instructions. IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be killed or seriously injured if you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. We have provided many important safety...
...killed or seriously injured if you and others are not followed. The dryer must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of local codes, with the National... manual and on your appliance. These words mean: DANGER You can kill or hurt you don't immediately follow instructions. IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be killed or seriously injured if you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. We have provided many important safety...
Installation Instructions
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... plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts. � If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. � A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. Tools needed for all installations: Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Caulking... vent) Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench (recommended) Tin snips (new vent installations) Utility knife Tools needed for gas installations: Tape measure Vent clamps 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for...
... plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts. � If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. � A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. Tools needed for all installations: Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Caulking... vent) Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench (recommended) Tin snips (new vent installations) Utility knife Tools needed for gas installations: Tape measure Vent clamps 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for...
Installation Instructions
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... 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with maximum slope of dryer. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 30 amp circuit for electric dryers. ■■ A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for gas dryers. 5 Check code requirements. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ A sturdy floor to...
... 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with maximum slope of dryer. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 30 amp circuit for electric dryers. ■■ A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for gas dryers. 5 Check code requirements. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ A sturdy floor to...
Installation Instructions
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... tubing is close to reach for use Gas dryers must conform with local codes, or in your dryer. C E A D B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to connect the exhaust vent. Screw in accordance with the type of gas available, please reference the "Assistance or Service...enough room to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements WARNING Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. Install a shut-off valve location should be installed within six (6) ...
... tubing is close to reach for use Gas dryers must conform with local codes, or in your dryer. C E A D B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to connect the exhaust vent. Screw in accordance with the type of gas available, please reference the "Assistance or Service...enough room to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements WARNING Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. Install a shut-off valve location should be installed within six (6) ...
Installation Instructions
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... (38 mm) A.A3./83"/8N" PNTPdTrdyeryr eprippeipe Burner input requirements GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS � For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use TEFLON®† tape. SAVE ... NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as to whether the dryer is certified by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8" LP compatible copper tubing can result...
... (38 mm) A.A3./83"/8N" PNTPdTrdyeryr eprippeipe Burner input requirements GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS � For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use TEFLON®† tape. SAVE ... NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as to whether the dryer is certified by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8" LP compatible copper tubing can result...
Installation Instructions
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...as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from ground or any object that extend into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. ... metal foil vents with screws or other fastening devices that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance. ■■ Do not install in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc. Good Better Clamps: ■■ Use clamps to achieve ...
...as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from ground or any object that extend into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. ... metal foil vents with screws or other fastening devices that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance. ■■ Do not install in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc. Good Better Clamps: ■■ Use clamps to achieve ...
Installation Instructions
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... D Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to final location. A recommended connection is used to connect dryer to existing gas line. After dryer is in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from gas pipe. Do not use duct tape, screws, or other fastening devices that vent is clean. Make... to seal all non-flared male fittings. Check that extend into interior of all joints. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to dryer location using straightest path possible. Your connection may be sure there are no kinks. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Open shut-...
... D Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to final location. A recommended connection is used to connect dryer to existing gas line. After dryer is in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from gas pipe. Do not use duct tape, screws, or other fastening devices that vent is clean. Make... to seal all non-flared male fittings. Check that extend into interior of all joints. Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to dryer location using straightest path possible. Your connection may be sure there are no kinks. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Open shut-...
Installation Instructions
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... helpful. q Check that you feel for the moisture sensing system to see whether gas supply line shutoff valve is open the dryer door and feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. Level Dryer 1. Tighten and adjust leveling legs q Remove film on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for ...level. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 2. Reverse Door Swing (Optional) If your door is first used. q When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open . ■■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is the 27" Wide Side-Swing Door, follow steps 1-6. NOTE: You may notice an odor...
... helpful. q Check that you feel for the moisture sensing system to see whether gas supply line shutoff valve is open the dryer door and feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. Level Dryer 1. Tighten and adjust leveling legs q Remove film on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for ...level. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 2. Reverse Door Swing (Optional) If your door is first used. q When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open . ■■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is the 27" Wide Side-Swing Door, follow steps 1-6. NOTE: You may notice an odor...