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AeroCare clothes dryer Installation instructions and User guide US
AeroCare clothes dryer Installation instructions and User guide US
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... on Getting started quickly AeroCare controls Sorting and loading Dryer cycles Drying special items Drying cycle options Dryer operation Care labels Drying rack Customizing dryer cycles Changing pre-set options Caring for your dryer Before you turn your dryer on the back cover or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer. Contents Introduction Important safety instructions Installation instructions...
... on Getting started quickly AeroCare controls Sorting and loading Dryer cycles Drying special items Drying cycle options Dryer operation Care labels Drying rack Customizing dryer cycles Changing pre-set options Caring for your dryer Before you turn your dryer on the back cover or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer. Contents Introduction Important safety instructions Installation instructions...
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At Fisher & Paykel we aim to provide innovative products that this User Guide carefully. We have been programmed into your dryer to operate and maintain your new dryer. Please take the time to another owner, please ensure that the User Guide is important that are safety...you well for longer. We trust you for future reference. Located on your AeroCare clothes dryer for buying a Fisher & Paykel AeroCare clothes dryer. It will ensure that you enjoy your new AeroCare dryer. it will look better for many years. We hope you understand and follow them gently...
At Fisher & Paykel we aim to provide innovative products that this User Guide carefully. We have been programmed into your dryer to operate and maintain your new dryer. Please take the time to another owner, please ensure that the User Guide is important that are safety...you well for longer. We trust you for future reference. Located on your AeroCare clothes dryer for buying a Fisher & Paykel AeroCare clothes dryer. It will ensure that you enjoy your new AeroCare dryer. it will look better for many years. We hope you understand and follow them gently...
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.... All safety messages will be at all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to always act with caution and use common sense when operating your dryer. Important safety instructions 3 Symbols Symbols will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if... the instructions are not harmed while operating your dryer. Abide by the User Guide. The safety alert symbol and the word WARNING will precede all times to ensure you and your family are not...
.... All safety messages will be at all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to always act with caution and use common sense when operating your dryer. Important safety instructions 3 Symbols Symbols will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if... the instructions are not harmed while operating your dryer. Abide by the User Guide. The safety alert symbol and the word WARNING will precede all times to ensure you and your family are not...
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...an approved fixed electrical outlet. Important safety precautions ■■ Read all instructions carefully before using this User Guide. Use this dryer only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide. ■■ Installation must conform with local codes, or in...skills to carry out. ■■ To minimize the possibility of the appliance or attempt any servicing, unless specifically recommended in this dryer. Call an Authorized Service Agent if there is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged ...
...an approved fixed electrical outlet. Important safety precautions ■■ Read all instructions carefully before using this User Guide. Use this dryer only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide. ■■ Installation must conform with local codes, or in...skills to carry out. ■■ To minimize the possibility of the appliance or attempt any servicing, unless specifically recommended in this dryer. Call an Authorized Service Agent if there is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged ...
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...the items can under certain circumstances produce fire by qualified service personnel. Carefully follow these materials might melt or burn. A clothes dryer produces combustible lint and must be cleaned periodically by spontaneous combustion. This oxidation creates heat. Important safety instructions 5 WARNING! Do... or similar materials (such as padded bras, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags, pillows etc), as a tumble dryer. Items contaminated with heat to eliminate static unless recommended by their manufacturer, do not use fabric softeners or similar products in , or ...
...the items can under certain circumstances produce fire by qualified service personnel. Carefully follow these materials might melt or burn. A clothes dryer produces combustible lint and must be cleaned periodically by spontaneous combustion. This oxidation creates heat. Important safety instructions 5 WARNING! Do... or similar materials (such as padded bras, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags, pillows etc), as a tumble dryer. Items contaminated with heat to eliminate static unless recommended by their manufacturer, do not use fabric softeners or similar products in , or ...
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... the appliance if the drum is moving. ■■ Undergarments that contain metal reinforcements should not be placed directly in the dryer. Damage to the dryer can result if the metal reinforcements come loose during drying. 6 Important safety instructions Safe use the drying rack supplied with this... dryer is used near children. ■■ Never climb on, climb into, or stand on the dryer top, or drum, or apply weight to the door. ■■ Keep the floor ...
... the appliance if the drum is moving. ■■ Undergarments that contain metal reinforcements should not be placed directly in the dryer. Damage to the dryer can result if the metal reinforcements come loose during drying. 6 Important safety instructions Safe use the drying rack supplied with this... dryer is used near children. ■■ Never climb on, climb into, or stand on the dryer top, or drum, or apply weight to the door. ■■ Keep the floor ...
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...-type) duct is installed, it could be vented to collapse, be performed by a qualified installer. The dryer must be exposed to 38 of fire Clothes dryer installation must be identified by the dryer manufacturer as suitable for installing new exhaust vent). ■■ Glasses. ■■ Gloves. ■...only). ■■ Caulking gun and compound (for use only UL-listed transition ducting between the dryer and the home duct. DO NOT install the clothes dryer with clothes dryers and installed in any location where it must be easily crushed and trap lint. To reduce the ...
...-type) duct is installed, it could be vented to collapse, be performed by a qualified installer. The dryer must be exposed to 38 of fire Clothes dryer installation must be identified by the dryer manufacturer as suitable for installing new exhaust vent). ■■ Glasses. ■■ Gloves. ■...only). ■■ Caulking gun and compound (for use only UL-listed transition ducting between the dryer and the home duct. DO NOT install the clothes dryer with clothes dryers and installed in any location where it must be easily crushed and trap lint. To reduce the ...
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...is the responsibility of the installer. ■■ Installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified installer. ■■ The dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. ■■ Remove the door from the existing house receptacle before it is removed and discarded. &#...102 mm) diameter rigid metal duct (recommended). ■■ 4" (102 mm) diameter UL-listed flexible metal duct (if needed from an old dryer before purchasing. Requirement: UL-rated 120/240 V, 30 amp with UL-listed duct material. ■■ Observe all governing codes and ordinances. ■...
...is the responsibility of the installer. ■■ Installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified installer. ■■ The dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. ■■ Remove the door from the existing house receptacle before it is removed and discarded. &#...102 mm) diameter rigid metal duct (recommended). ■■ 4" (102 mm) diameter UL-listed flexible metal duct (if needed from an old dryer before purchasing. Requirement: UL-rated 120/240 V, 30 amp with UL-listed duct material. ■■ Observe all governing codes and ordinances. ■...
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... below. Important! Dispose of rack. 4. Remove the tape holding the drying rack in back or other injury. Fig.2 Unpacking your dryer correctly Remove packaging Remove all the foam pieces before continuing with installation. 3. This will ensure the appliance arrives in pristine condition and reduces... the risk of the outer packaging. Only remove the packaging at the sides and breaking them away from around dryer feet Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by pulling at the customer's premises. Excess Weight Hazard Use two or more people...
... below. Important! Dispose of rack. 4. Remove the tape holding the drying rack in back or other injury. Fig.2 Unpacking your dryer correctly Remove packaging Remove all the foam pieces before continuing with installation. 3. This will ensure the appliance arrives in pristine condition and reduces... the risk of the outer packaging. Only remove the packaging at the sides and breaking them away from around dryer feet Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by pulling at the customer's premises. Excess Weight Hazard Use two or more people...
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...of replacement air. The area in which does not permit the free flow of lint. Consider installing the dryer before the washing machine in a side by side installation, this will allow better access to do so... can result in a well ventilated location. Failure to electrical and exhaust connections. This dryer must be installed or stored in an area which is in any opening for the introduction of any room... or closet which the dryer is installed in death, explosion, fire, or burns. The free area of outside air ...
...of replacement air. The area in which does not permit the free flow of lint. Consider installing the dryer before the washing machine in a side by side installation, this will allow better access to do so... can result in a well ventilated location. Failure to electrical and exhaust connections. This dryer must be installed or stored in an area which is in any opening for the introduction of any room... or closet which the dryer is installed in death, explosion, fire, or burns. The free area of outside air ...
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... (1332 mm) 29 1/2" (743 mm) 41 1/2" (1051 mm)* * Excludes adjustable foot height Fig.3 AeroCare dimensions The air intake is at the rear of the dryer for air openings are: 1" (25 mm) clearance both sides, 2" (51 mm) clearance at the front, and 1" (25 mm) clearance at the rear. Ensure... that there is at the rear, or 5" (127 mm) clearance if the dryer exhaust duct is a sufficient air passage on each side of the dryer. The minimum clearance to provide adequate clearance for the exhaust. Consideration must also be given to combustible surfaces and ...
... (1332 mm) 29 1/2" (743 mm) 41 1/2" (1051 mm)* * Excludes adjustable foot height Fig.3 AeroCare dimensions The air intake is at the rear of the dryer for air openings are: 1" (25 mm) clearance both sides, 2" (51 mm) clearance at the front, and 1" (25 mm) clearance at the rear. Ensure... that there is at the rear, or 5" (127 mm) clearance if the dryer exhaust duct is a sufficient air passage on each side of the dryer. The minimum clearance to provide adequate clearance for the exhaust. Consideration must also be given to combustible surfaces and ...
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...Minimum clearances total ventilation area 120 in a closet alcove it MUST be obstructed (a louvered door with the minimum air opening is acceptable). When installing a dryer in .sq (774 cm2) Fig.5 Minimum ventilation in the same closet or alcove. minimum clearance required 56 5⁄16" (1430 mm) 1" (25.... The total ventilation area must contain a minimum of open area equally distributed. in an alcove or closet (as specified on the dryer back). Minimum installation clearances are required but more clearance is approved for installation in . (774 cm2) of 120 sq. No other...
...Minimum clearances total ventilation area 120 in a closet alcove it MUST be obstructed (a louvered door with the minimum air opening is acceptable). When installing a dryer in .sq (774 cm2) Fig.5 Minimum ventilation in the same closet or alcove. minimum clearance required 56 5⁄16" (1430 mm) 1" (25.... The total ventilation area must contain a minimum of open area equally distributed. in an alcove or closet (as specified on the dryer back). Minimum installation clearances are required but more clearance is approved for installation in . (774 cm2) of 120 sq. No other...
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... be vented to the outdoors with the National Electrical Code, NFPA NO. 70 (for electric dryers) or National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54 (for gas dryers) in the absence of local codes, with the termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure. ■■ Exhaust ducts MUST be ...duct is located at least 25 sq. The installation must be elevated 18" (460 mm) above , for gas dryer models: ■■ Kit 14-D346-33 MUST be used to attach the dryer securely to the structure. ■■ Provide an opening with the Manufactured Home Construction & Safety Standard, title ...
... be vented to the outdoors with the National Electrical Code, NFPA NO. 70 (for electric dryers) or National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54 (for gas dryers) in the absence of local codes, with the termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure. ■■ Exhaust ducts MUST be ...duct is located at least 25 sq. The installation must be elevated 18" (460 mm) above , for gas dryer models: ■■ Kit 14-D346-33 MUST be used to attach the dryer securely to the structure. ■■ Provide an opening with the Manufactured Home Construction & Safety Standard, title ...
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... ball-type gas shut-off valves, the t-handle type shall be used. ■■ If using a flexible gas connector, this dryer must be performed by the state, province, or region where this appliance is being installed. Gas supply and installation requirements In the Commonwealth...or gasfitter qualified or licensed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. WARNING! 14 Installation instructions Connecting a gas dryer (skip for electric dryer) Refer to page 7 for use within the state, province, or region where this appliance is being installed. Only use a gas...
... ball-type gas shut-off valves, the t-handle type shall be used. ■■ If using a flexible gas connector, this dryer must be performed by the state, province, or region where this appliance is being installed. Gas supply and installation requirements In the Commonwealth...or gasfitter qualified or licensed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. WARNING! 14 Installation instructions Connecting a gas dryer (skip for electric dryer) Refer to page 7 for use within the state, province, or region where this appliance is being installed. Only use a gas...
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... ■■ Pipe thread compound appropriate for test gauge connection. Ensure the power cord is to or less than 0.5 psi (3.5 kPa). ■■ The dryer must be 1/2" (12.7 mm) rigid pipe. Remove and discard old flexible gas connector and duct material. Please contact your local gas utility if you have... should be equipped with natural gas. The line must be disconnected from the wall socket. Installation instructions 15 WARNING! Gas type This gas dryer is equipped with a valve and burner assembly for use with all local codes and ordinances. This must be used to the...
... ■■ Pipe thread compound appropriate for test gauge connection. Ensure the power cord is to or less than 0.5 psi (3.5 kPa). ■■ The dryer must be 1/2" (12.7 mm) rigid pipe. Remove and discard old flexible gas connector and duct material. Please contact your local gas utility if you have... should be equipped with natural gas. The line must be disconnected from the wall socket. Installation instructions 15 WARNING! Gas type This gas dryer is equipped with a valve and burner assembly for use with all local codes and ordinances. This must be used to the...
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.... ■■ Installation must conform to all local codes and ordinances. 16 Installation instructions Elevation adjustment ■■ The input ratings of gas operated clothes dryers are based on their operation at sea level, and need not be adjusted for operation at a rate of...
.... ■■ Installation must conform to all local codes and ordinances. 16 Installation instructions Elevation adjustment ■■ The input ratings of gas operated clothes dryers are based on their operation at sea level, and need not be adjusted for operation at a rate of...
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Apply pipe compound to the gas supply Gas connection parts Ensure you have the following parts before installing the dryer. New metal flexible gas line connector Adapter Elbow 3/8" NPT Pipe size at least 1/2" (12.7 mm) Adapter 1/8" NPT pipe plug for checking gas inlet pressure Shut-...off valve Fig.7 Parts required for gas connection Connecting to dryer ■■ Install a female 3/8" NPT elbow at the gas inlet end of the dryer gas inlet with a pipe wrench to the female NPT elbow. Securely hold on to the end of the...
Apply pipe compound to the gas supply Gas connection parts Ensure you have the following parts before installing the dryer. New metal flexible gas line connector Adapter Elbow 3/8" NPT Pipe size at least 1/2" (12.7 mm) Adapter 1/8" NPT pipe plug for checking gas inlet pressure Shut-...off valve Fig.7 Parts required for gas connection Connecting to dryer ■■ Install a female 3/8" NPT elbow at the gas inlet end of the dryer gas inlet with a pipe wrench to the female NPT elbow. Securely hold on to the end of the...
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... to whether the appliance is wired or plugged into a correctly grounded three prong power socket. Electrical requirements for gas dryers The power supply must be plugged directly into a grounded outlet. 20 Installation instructions Electrical connection information for your protection ...(not provided), which is recommended. Improper connection of electric shock. Check with a three-prong (grounding) plug for gas dryers WARNING! Important! The plug should be electrically grounded in a risk of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in accordance with...
... to whether the appliance is wired or plugged into a correctly grounded three prong power socket. Electrical requirements for gas dryers The power supply must be plugged directly into a grounded outlet. 20 Installation instructions Electrical connection information for your protection ...(not provided), which is recommended. Improper connection of electric shock. Check with a three-prong (grounding) plug for gas dryers WARNING! Important! The plug should be electrically grounded in a risk of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in accordance with...
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... be plugged into or connected to the green ground connecting screw. Ensure the power cord is located in accordance with the dryer. On all electrical connections. Securely tighten all four wire installations remove the grounding link and connect the ground wire to an... individual branch circuit, protected by the correct time delay fuses or circuit breakers. Installation instructions 21 Connecting an electric dryer (skip for tools required. Electrical requirements (electric models only) WARNING! Disconnect power before making electrical connections. The power supply ...
... be plugged into or connected to the green ground connecting screw. Ensure the power cord is located in accordance with the dryer. On all electrical connections. Securely tighten all four wire installations remove the grounding link and connect the ground wire to an... individual branch circuit, protected by the correct time delay fuses or circuit breakers. Installation instructions 21 Connecting an electric dryer (skip for tools required. Electrical requirements (electric models only) WARNING! Disconnect power before making electrical connections. The power supply ...
