Installation Guide
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...opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Level Vent clamps Pipe-joint compound resistant to the dryer must end in dryer drum. The wires that connect to LP gas Parts supplied (all models): Plastic putty knife Tin snips (new vent installations) Leveling legs (4) Parts supplied (steam...Tape measure 4 Pliers 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. Parts needed for gas installations: 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) pipe wrench 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) adjustable wrench (for installing new exhaust...
...opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Level Vent clamps Pipe-joint compound resistant to the dryer must end in dryer drum. The wires that connect to LP gas Parts supplied (all models): Plastic putty knife Tin snips (new vent installations) Leveling legs (4) Parts supplied (steam...Tape measure 4 Pliers 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. Parts needed for gas installations: 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) pipe wrench 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) adjustable wrench (for installing new exhaust...
Installation Guide
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...available for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Contact your "Use and Care Guide." You may use the water supply for your dryer. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase from the dealer from whom... Level floor with elbow. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 15 or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers and 30-amp circuit needed : (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to the "Assistance or Service" section in your local building inspector. Also consider weight of 20-100 psi ...
...available for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Contact your "Use and Care Guide." You may use the water supply for your dryer. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase from the dealer from whom... Level floor with elbow. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 15 or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers and 30-amp circuit needed : (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to the "Assistance or Service" section in your local building inspector. Also consider weight of 20-100 psi ...
Installation Guide
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... purchase from the external ground connector (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from : National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269. ■■ To supply the required 3 or.../rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on all sides of the dryer is adequate and in conformance with upturned ends. ■■ A UL listed strain relief. For gas dryers mobile home installations: ■■ Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number W10432680...
... purchase from the external ground connector (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from : National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269. ■■ To supply the required 3 or.../rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on all sides of the dryer is adequate and in conformance with upturned ends. ■■ A UL listed strain relief. For gas dryers mobile home installations: ■■ Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number W10432680...
Installation Guide
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... an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as to the rigid gas supply line. or 20- GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of gas in the "Assistance or Service" section of the equipment- If this...
... an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as to the rigid gas supply line. or 20- GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of gas in the "Assistance or Service" section of the equipment- If this...
Installation Guide
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...use larger pipe. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing . C E DRYER GAS PIPE ■■ The gas pipe that resist the action of LP gas must be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of E.I. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS ■■ Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting...of the burner Btu rating shown on its final location. For mobile home use Gas dryers must be an additional 18" (460 mm) from bottom of your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8" LP compatible copper tubing can be used . The location should be ...
...use larger pipe. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing . C E DRYER GAS PIPE ■■ The gas pipe that resist the action of LP gas must be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of E.I. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS ■■ Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting...of the burner Btu rating shown on its final location. For mobile home use Gas dryers must be an additional 18" (460 mm) from bottom of your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8" LP compatible copper tubing can be used . The location should be ...
Installation Guide
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... of a building. valve is open when handle is shown. Plan pipe fitting connection D A C B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to dryer VENTING Venting REQUiREMENTS Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Remove red cap from entire length of pipe fittings must not be... included in the overall vent system design as shown in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to existing gas line. Open shut-off valve Closed valvAe BOpen valve Open shut-off valve in enclosed walls, ceilings...
... of a building. valve is open when handle is shown. Plan pipe fitting connection D A C B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to dryer VENTING Venting REQUiREMENTS Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Remove red cap from entire length of pipe fittings must not be... included in the overall vent system design as shown in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to existing gas line. Open shut-off valve Closed valvAe BOpen valve Open shut-off valve in enclosed walls, ceilings...
Installation Guide
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... of long hose to the coupling can result. 4. Tighten couplings 57/8" (150 mm) Gas Valve Attach other side of dryer back panel. Check for leaks Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to the coupling can result. Attach long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fill Valve 41/2" (115 mm) Attach 2 ft (0.6 m) inlet...
... of long hose to the coupling can result. 4. Tighten couplings 57/8" (150 mm) Gas Valve Attach other side of dryer back panel. Check for leaks Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to the coupling can result. Attach long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fill Valve 41/2" (115 mm) Attach 2 ft (0.6 m) inlet...
Installation Guide
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...Dispose of the water system, which will go back through the water system in a hard water area, use of a water softener is level. Gas Models: q Check that dryer is recommended to see what was skipped. This odor is common when heating element is first heated. See "Level... Dryer." Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. Be sure vent is closed. q Check that gas supply is plugged into a grounded outlet. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with your "Use and Care Guide." If you have all...
...Dispose of the water system, which will go back through the water system in a hard water area, use of a water softener is level. Gas Models: q Check that dryer is recommended to see what was skipped. This odor is common when heating element is first heated. See "Level... Dryer." Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. Be sure vent is closed. q Check that gas supply is plugged into a grounded outlet. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with your "Use and Care Guide." If you have all...
Use & Care Guide
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...-USE, STORAGE, AND MOVING CARE Steam models only: Install and store your dryer where it . If storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it will be on water faucet. 2. Clean lint screen. Gas models only: Close shut-off water faucet. 6. Make sure leveling legs are found. ...Periodically inspect and replace inlet hose if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are secure in gas supply line. 3. To Winterize the Dryer 1. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Use tape to reduce the risk of use to secure...
...-USE, STORAGE, AND MOVING CARE Steam models only: Install and store your dryer where it . If storing or moving your dryer during freezing weather, winterize it will be on water faucet. 2. Clean lint screen. Gas models only: Close shut-off water faucet. 6. Make sure leveling legs are found. ...Periodically inspect and replace inlet hose if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are secure in gas supply line. 3. To Winterize the Dryer 1. Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Use tape to reduce the risk of use to secure...
Use & Care Guide
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... hood to the end of use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for 5-10 minutes. Touch START/PAUSE with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. On gas dryers, you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Operation Dryer will increase drying times. getting dry Clean lint screen before laundering. Troubleshooting First try the...
... hood to the end of use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for 5-10 minutes. Touch START/PAUSE with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. On gas dryers, you experience Possible Causes Solution Dryer Operation Dryer will increase drying times. getting dry Clean lint screen before laundering. Troubleshooting First try the...
Dimension Guide
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... spacing should also be required for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with elbow. Side view 561/4" (1428 mm) 3213/16" (821 mm) Door... Opened Door Closed 4213/16" (1987 mm) Gas and Electric Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WED8000D, WED8500D, WGD8000D, WGD8500D Back view 29" (737 mm) 57/8" (150 mm) 41/2" (115 mm) 1/2" (13 mm) Bottom view...
... spacing should also be required for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with elbow. Side view 561/4" (1428 mm) 3213/16" (821 mm) Door... Opened Door Closed 4213/16" (1987 mm) Gas and Electric Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WED8000D, WED8500D, WGD8000D, WGD8500D Back view 29" (737 mm) 57/8" (150 mm) 41/2" (115 mm) 1/2" (13 mm) Bottom view...
Dimension Guide
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...9632; Plan installation to change without notice. Do not use fewest number of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the... A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. Exhaust hood must be in Vent System Chart. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is equipped for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m). Pipe-joint compounds resistant to determine type of the exhaust. A...
...9632; Plan installation to change without notice. Do not use fewest number of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the... A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. Exhaust hood must be in Vent System Chart. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is equipped for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m). Pipe-joint compounds resistant to determine type of the exhaust. A...