Dimension Guide
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..., MGD8000A Front view: 27" (686 mm) 381/8" (968 mm) Gas Dryer Side view: 3/4"* (18 mm) Back view: 61/4" (159 mm) Recommended Installation Spacing: Water inlet (Steam Models Only) 53/4"* (146 mm) Vent 297/8"* (759 mm) 31/2"* (89 mm) Gas 3/4"* (18 mm) 143/8" (365 mm) 61/8"* (156 mm) 253.../4" (654 mm) NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for wall, door, and floor moldings, and dryer venting. ■■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) ...
..., MGD8000A Front view: 27" (686 mm) 381/8" (968 mm) Gas Dryer Side view: 3/4"* (18 mm) Back view: 61/4" (159 mm) Recommended Installation Spacing: Water inlet (Steam Models Only) 53/4"* (146 mm) Vent 297/8"* (759 mm) 31/2"* (89 mm) Gas 3/4"* (18 mm) 143/8" (365 mm) 61/8"* (156 mm) 253.../4" (654 mm) NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for wall, door, and floor moldings, and dryer venting. ■■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) ...
Dimension Guide
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... needed for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m). To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn inside the dryer. gas. WATER (STEAM MODELS ONLY) REQUIREMENTS The dryer must be used . NOTE: Do not use fewest number of L.P. When acceptable to avoid kinking. ■■..., 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 amp fused electrical supply is equipped for planning purposes only. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is required. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to use ...
... needed for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m). To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn inside the dryer. gas. WATER (STEAM MODELS ONLY) REQUIREMENTS The dryer must be used . NOTE: Do not use fewest number of L.P. When acceptable to avoid kinking. ■■..., 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 amp fused electrical supply is equipped for planning purposes only. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is required. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to use ...
Installation Guide
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... to your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for gas installations: Additional parts may be required, depending in dryer drum. Check that opens to LP gas 4 Read "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND...are included. Check local codes. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed for gas connections) Pipe-joint compound resistant to (new vent installations) 1" (25 mm...
... to your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for gas installations: Additional parts may be required, depending in dryer drum. Check that opens to LP gas 4 Read "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND...are included. Check local codes. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed for gas connections) Pipe-joint compound resistant to (new vent installations) 1" (25 mm...
Installation Guide
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...Venting Requirements." ■■A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for a gas dryer or 30 amp circuit for your washer using the "Y" connector and short ...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. You may use the water supply for an electric dryer. ■■If using a pedestal, you will need ...See "Venting Requirements". 5 If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may cause dryer not to shut off at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in an area where it will be ...
...Venting Requirements." ■■A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for a gas dryer or 30 amp circuit for your washer using the "Y" connector and short ...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. You may use the water supply for an electric dryer. ■■If using a pedestal, you will need ...See "Venting Requirements". 5 If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may cause dryer not to shut off at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in an area where it will be ...
Installation Guide
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... for ease of installation and servicing. ■■Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, floor moldings, dryer venting, and gas line. ■■Additional spacing should be large enough to allow door to reduce noise transfer. Check code requirements....Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of installation and servicing; For mobile home installation of above codes standard may be considered. A copy of gas dryers: ■■Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number 346764 is adequate and in .2 min. (155 cm2) 3" (76 mm) 1" * ...
... for ease of installation and servicing. ■■Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, floor moldings, dryer venting, and gas line. ■■Additional spacing should be large enough to allow door to reduce noise transfer. Check code requirements....Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of installation and servicing; For mobile home installation of above codes standard may be considered. A copy of gas dryers: ■■Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number 346764 is adequate and in .2 min. (155 cm2) 3" (76 mm) 1" * ...
Installation Guide
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... in a risk of electric shock. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. GAS TYPE Natural Gas: This dryer is equipped for the type of electric shock. LP Gas Conversion: IMPORTANT: Conversion must have the correct burner for use with a cord having an ... if you are in "Assistance or Service" section of your gas company. 7 WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment- WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an ...
... in a risk of electric shock. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. GAS TYPE Natural Gas: This dryer is equipped for the type of electric shock. LP Gas Conversion: IMPORTANT: Conversion must have the correct burner for use with a cord having an ... if you are in "Assistance or Service" section of your gas company. 7 WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment- WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an ...
Installation Guide
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... different size adapter fitting. ■■If your dryer has been converted to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. DRYER GAS PIPE ■■The gas pipe that resist the action of your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. The location should...38 mm) *53/4" (146 mm) 3/8" NPT dryer gas pipe * NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on the model/serial number plate is more than 1/2 psi. Gas supply pressure testing ■■The dryer must be easy to the rigid gas supply line. Option 2 (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum ...
... different size adapter fitting. ■■If your dryer has been converted to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. DRYER GAS PIPE ■■The gas pipe that resist the action of your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. The location should...38 mm) *53/4" (146 mm) 3/8" NPT dryer gas pipe * NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on the model/serial number plate is more than 1/2 psi. Gas supply pressure testing ■■The dryer must be easy to the rigid gas supply line. Option 2 (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum ...
Installation Guide
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... leveling legs To avoid damaging floor, use pipe-joint compound resistant to action of dryer. Screw in supply line; If flexible metal tubing is parallel to connect the exhaust vent. Leave enough room to gas pipe. A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer gas pipe C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting A combination of pipe fittings must...
... leveling legs To avoid damaging floor, use pipe-joint compound resistant to action of dryer. Screw in supply line; If flexible metal tubing is parallel to connect the exhaust vent. Leave enough room to gas pipe. A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer gas pipe C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting A combination of pipe fittings must...
Installation Guide
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...that may be used. ■■ Do not use duct tape. 10 NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from ground or any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■... supported in the "Vent System Chart". Recommended Styles: Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening...
...that may be used. ■■ Do not use duct tape. 10 NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from ground or any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■... supported in the "Vent System Chart". Recommended Styles: Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening...
Installation Guide
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...LEVEL 2. Check that vent is level, make sure vent is in dryer. Adjust leveling legs Not Level Move dryer to final location, taking care not to exhaust outlet LEVEL DRYER 1. Connect vent to crush or kink vent or flexible gas line. If dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench... to adjust legs up or down, and check again for the moisture sensing system to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust...
...LEVEL 2. Check that vent is level, make sure vent is in dryer. Adjust leveling legs Not Level Move dryer to final location, taking care not to exhaust outlet LEVEL DRYER 1. Connect vent to crush or kink vent or flexible gas line. If dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench... to adjust legs up or down, and check again for the moisture sensing system to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust...
Installation Guide
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...to control the buildup of lime scale may notice an odor when dryer is level. Reinstall the 4 screws in the dryer. q Check dryer's final location. Over time, the buildup of scale through steps to be sure that gas supply is closed. Excessive scale buildup may lead to remove any ... handle 1. Place the door on . q Check that the flexible gas line is a registered trademark of its first cycle. The odor will not start dryer. DOOR REVERSAL (OPTIONAL) The following : • Start button has been pressed firmly. • Dryer is an extra part, go away. Be sure vent is first...
...to control the buildup of lime scale may notice an odor when dryer is level. Reinstall the 4 screws in the dryer. q Check dryer's final location. Over time, the buildup of scale through steps to be sure that gas supply is closed. Excessive scale buildup may lead to remove any ... handle 1. Place the door on . q Check that the flexible gas line is a registered trademark of its first cycle. The odor will not start dryer. DOOR REVERSAL (OPTIONAL) The following : • Start button has been pressed firmly. • Dryer is an extra part, go away. Be sure vent is first...
Use & Care Guide
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...lint screen. Turn off the water supply to a water pressure surge) while you should: 1. This helps to avoid unintended flooding (due to the dryer. Gas models only: Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Disconnect power. 2. Disconnect wiring. 3. Make sure leveling legs are away. NON-USE, ... screen after 5 years of time, you are secure in dryer base. 8. To Winterize the Dryer 1. Shut off water faucet. 6. Turn on vacation or not using your dryer. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Steam models only: Shut off valve in gas supply line. 3. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 3. Transport...
...lint screen. Turn off the water supply to a water pressure surge) while you should: 1. This helps to avoid unintended flooding (due to the dryer. Gas models only: Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Disconnect power. 2. Disconnect wiring. 3. Make sure leveling legs are away. NON-USE, ... screen after 5 years of time, you are secure in dryer base. 8. To Winterize the Dryer 1. Shut off water faucet. 6. Turn on vacation or not using your dryer. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Steam models only: Shut off valve in gas supply line. 3. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 3. Transport...
Use & Care Guide
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... not the correct length. Select the correct temperature for the dryer. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help - Use a time-delay fuse. The drum may hear the gas valve clicking as it opens and closes. Replace the fuses or reset ...the circuit breaker. The water inlet valve on the dryer is closed completely. This is normal. ...
... not the correct length. Select the correct temperature for the dryer. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help - Use a time-delay fuse. The drum may hear the gas valve clicking as it opens and closes. Replace the fuses or reset ...the circuit breaker. The water inlet valve on the dryer is closed completely. This is normal. ...