Dimension Guide
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...25 mm) Additional spacing should be considered. See "Venting Requirements." Additional spacing should also be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. Companion appliance spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. 18" min. (457 mm)...acceptable. For closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are required. W10775221A 12/2015 Installation spacing for exhaust vent with elbow. Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD7505F, WGD7540F, WGD7590F, WGD75HEF, WGD7740F, WGD77HEF, WGD90HEF, WGD92HEF Front view: Side view: 27" (...
...25 mm) Additional spacing should be considered. See "Venting Requirements." Additional spacing should also be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. Companion appliance spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. 18" min. (457 mm)...acceptable. For closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are required. W10775221A 12/2015 Installation spacing for exhaust vent with elbow. Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD7505F, WGD7540F, WGD7590F, WGD75HEF, WGD7740F, WGD77HEF, WGD90HEF, WGD92HEF Front view: Side view: 27" (...
Dimension Guide
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... Number of 90° elbows Type of the dryer in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change without notice. Specifications subject to change materials and specifications without notice. gas. For lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m), larger tubing...
... Number of 90° elbows Type of the dryer in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change without notice. Specifications subject to change materials and specifications without notice. gas. For lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m), larger tubing...
Installation Guide
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...) or hex-head socket wrench Rubber washer Parts package is located in dryer drum. Parts needed for gas installations: 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for all parts are included. Tools needed for gas connections) Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver ¼" and 5/16" ...: Tools needed : (Not supplied with a pedestal or a stack kit. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work 4 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools...
...) or hex-head socket wrench Rubber washer Parts package is located in dryer drum. Parts needed for gas installations: 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for all parts are included. Tools needed for gas connections) Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver ¼" and 5/16" ...: Tools needed : (Not supplied with a pedestal or a stack kit. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work 4 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools...
Installation Guide
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...and venting. See "Venting Requirements." ■■A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for a gas dryer or 30 amp circuit for exhaust vent with elbow. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will need to shut off at least 18" (460 mm) above floor. measurement ...53/4"* (146 mm) Vent Water inlet (Steam Models Only) 297/8"* (759 mm) 31/2"* (89 mm) Gas 3/4"* (18 mm) 143/8" (365 mm) 253/4" (654 mm) 61/8"* (156 mm) * Approx. Parts needed (steam models): DRYER DIMENSIONS Front view: 27" (686 mm) 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose Additional parts may not operate correctly....
...and venting. See "Venting Requirements." ■■A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for a gas dryer or 30 amp circuit for exhaust vent with elbow. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will need to shut off at least 18" (460 mm) above floor. measurement ...53/4"* (146 mm) Vent Water inlet (Steam Models Only) 297/8"* (759 mm) 31/2"* (89 mm) Gas 3/4"* (18 mm) 143/8" (365 mm) 253/4" (654 mm) 61/8"* (156 mm) * Approx. Parts needed (steam models): DRYER DIMENSIONS Front view: 27" (686 mm) 5' (1.52 m) inlet hose Additional parts may not operate correctly....
Installation Guide
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...moldings. If a closet door or louvered door is allowed for wall, door, floor moldings, dryer venting, and gas line. ■■Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of dryer's final location. 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) 6 Installation spacing for recessed area or closet ...on all local codes. The installation must be installed in conformance with Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1 - For mobile home installation of gas dryers: ■■Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number 346764 is equipped with a CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to ...
...moldings. If a closet door or louvered door is allowed for wall, door, floor moldings, dryer venting, and gas line. ■■Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of dryer's final location. 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) 6 Installation spacing for recessed area or closet ...on all local codes. The installation must be installed in conformance with Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1 - For mobile home installation of gas dryers: ■■Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number 346764 is equipped with a CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to ...
Installation Guide
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...and Care Guide. The plug must be grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with natural gas. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that a separate circuit serving only this information does not... into an appropriate outlet that you use with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ■■120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- In the event of malfunction or ...
...and Care Guide. The plug must be grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with natural gas. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that a separate circuit serving only this information does not... into an appropriate outlet that you use with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ■■120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- In the event of malfunction or ...
Installation Guide
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... opening and closing . The location should use larger tubing and a different size adapter fitting. ■■If your dryer has been converted to the rigid gas supply line. Option 2 (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum or copper tubing: ■■Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged... Elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 m): ■■When installed above 2,000 ft. (610 m) a 4% reduction of the dryer in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. Dupont De Nemours and Company. 8 Do not use TEFLON®† tape. ■■Must include ...
... opening and closing . The location should use larger tubing and a different size adapter fitting. ■■If your dryer has been converted to the rigid gas supply line. Option 2 (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum or copper tubing: ■■Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged... Elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 m): ■■When installed above 2,000 ft. (610 m) a 4% reduction of the dryer in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. Dupont De Nemours and Company. 8 Do not use TEFLON®† tape. ■■Must include ...
Installation Guide
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... all non-flared male fittings. Place a carton corner post from gas pipe. Stand the dryer up. Leave enough room to dryer. Correct any leak found. 9 Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to connect the exhaust vent. Plan pipe fitting connection (option...turning legs until it is shown. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION (gas models only) 1. Connect gas supply to gas pipe. Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. A B A. 3⁄8" flexible gas connector B. 3⁄8" dryer gas pipe C. 3⁄8" to 3⁄8" pipe elbow D. 3...
... all non-flared male fittings. Place a carton corner post from gas pipe. Stand the dryer up. Leave enough room to dryer. Correct any leak found. 9 Using a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to connect the exhaust vent. Plan pipe fitting connection (option...turning legs until it is shown. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION (gas models only) 1. Connect gas supply to gas pipe. Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. A B A. 3⁄8" flexible gas connector B. 3⁄8" dryer gas pipe C. 3⁄8" to 3⁄8" pipe elbow D. 3...
Installation Guide
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...■■ Must be connected into interior of flexible metal vent used for best drying performance and to seal all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be at least 12" (305 mm) from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with...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 fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with screws or other fastening devices that may...
...■■ Must be connected into interior of flexible metal vent used for best drying performance and to seal all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be at least 12" (305 mm) from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with...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 fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with screws or other fastening devices that may...
Installation Guide
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... of use old hoses. NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of box/louvered hoods will help achieve best drying performance. ELE - A gas model would be DALV - Secure vent to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. Example: An electric model would be DALV - Install exhaust...m) 3 Rigid metal 130 ft. (39.6 m) 4 Rigid metal 120 ft. (36.6 m) To determine if your model has a long vent system, refer to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied). Standard Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 64...
... of use old hoses. NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of box/louvered hoods will help achieve best drying performance. ELE - A gas model would be DALV - Secure vent to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. Example: An electric model would be DALV - Install exhaust...m) 3 Rigid metal 130 ft. (39.6 m) 4 Rigid metal 120 ft. (36.6 m) To determine if your model has a long vent system, refer to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied). Standard Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 64...
Installation Guide
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...not to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. After dryer is secured to crush or kink vent or flexible gas line. Connect vent to exhaust outlet in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from side to side. Level dryer Place level here Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to ...exhaust outlet LEVEL DRYER 1. Not Level LEVEL 2. Repeat from front to...
...not to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. After dryer is secured to crush or kink vent or flexible gas line. Connect vent to exhaust outlet in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from side to side. Level dryer Place level here Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to ...exhaust outlet LEVEL DRYER 1. Not Level LEVEL 2. Repeat from front to...
Installation Guide
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... heated. If there is closed. q Dispose of/recycle all of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC. 15 See "Level Dryer." q If you have all packaging materials. q Check that the flexible gas line is not crushed or kinked. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. NOTE: You may notice an odor ...scratch surface. Using a T25® screwdriver, remove the 4 screws securing the door hinge to the dryer and lift up and out to the need for models with a damp cloth to be sure that gas supply is on . All Models: q Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start of lime scale...
... heated. If there is closed. q Dispose of/recycle all of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC. 15 See "Level Dryer." q If you have all packaging materials. q Check that the flexible gas line is not crushed or kinked. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. NOTE: You may notice an odor ...scratch surface. Using a T25® screwdriver, remove the 4 screws securing the door hinge to the dryer and lift up and out to the need for models with a damp cloth to be sure that gas supply is on . All Models: q Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start of lime scale...
Use & Care Guide
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... when you are away. Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 3. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Gas models only: Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to secure dryer door. Transport hose separately. 7. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hose if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are secure...
... when you are away. Clean lint screen. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 3. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Gas models only: Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to secure dryer door. Transport hose separately. 7. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hose if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are secure...
Use & Care Guide
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... 2-5 seconds. Check with lint. Dryer will diminish after a few minutes. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Dryer isn't properly leveled. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for 5-10 minutes. Replace ...the floor. Load is packed tightly or exhaust vent is minimal, clean exhaust system of the drum for 5-10 minutes. On gas dryers, you may vibrate if not properly installed. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood is clogged with Steam cycle selected (...
... 2-5 seconds. Check with lint. Dryer will diminish after a few minutes. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Dryer isn't properly leveled. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for 5-10 minutes. Replace ...the floor. Load is packed tightly or exhaust vent is minimal, clean exhaust system of the drum for 5-10 minutes. On gas dryers, you may vibrate if not properly installed. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood is clogged with Steam cycle selected (...