Instrucciones de instalacion
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... water faucets are in place. 3. Attach 2' (0.6 m) inlet hose to the "Y" connector. To order, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or an authorized service company. 2' (0.6 m) Inlet hose CONNECT INLET HOSES 1. Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose. 7. Using pliers... inlet hose and replace with new rubber washer provided. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Do not use old hoses. Damage to the end of dryer back panel (depending on faucet. Damage to the coupling can result. 5. Attach "Y" connector to the coupling can result. 8. Attach other...
... water faucets are in place. 3. Attach 2' (0.6 m) inlet hose to the "Y" connector. To order, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or an authorized service company. 2' (0.6 m) Inlet hose CONNECT INLET HOSES 1. Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose. 7. Using pliers... inlet hose and replace with new rubber washer provided. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Do not use old hoses. Damage to the end of dryer back panel (depending on faucet. Damage to the coupling can result. 5. Attach "Y" connector to the coupling can result. 8. Attach other...
Dimension Guide
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Electric WGD8120HW - Electric WGD8120HC - Gas 42 5∕16" Height W11412665A 32 11∕16" Depth 29" Width Gas Chrome Shadow Available WED8120HC - White Available WED8120HW - Dimension Guide Whirlpool® Front Load Electric/Gas Dryer with Steam Refresh Cycle, Advanced Moisture Sensing Technology - 8.8 cu. ft.
Electric WGD8120HW - Electric WGD8120HC - Gas 42 5∕16" Height W11412665A 32 11∕16" Depth 29" Width Gas Chrome Shadow Available WED8120HC - White Available WED8120HW - Dimension Guide Whirlpool® Front Load Electric/Gas Dryer with Steam Refresh Cycle, Advanced Moisture Sensing Technology - 8.8 cu. ft.
Dimension Guide
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...; Companion appliance spacing should also be required for wall, door, and floor moldings. ɃɃ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ɃɃ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilations openings are required. Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in...
...; Companion appliance spacing should also be required for wall, door, and floor moldings. ɃɃ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ɃɃ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilations openings are required. Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in...
Owners Manual 1
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...reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. Always read and obey all safety messages. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others . IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in... this manual and on your appliance. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian ...
...reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. Always read and obey all safety messages. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others . IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in... this manual and on your appliance. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian ...
Owners Manual 1
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...The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V minimum, with clothes dryers. Check existing electrical supply and venting. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. For further information, please refer to the... dryer must end in your dryer. Tools needed for all models): Level Plastic putty knife Vent clamps Leveling legs (4) Parts needed : (Not supplied with...
...The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V minimum, with clothes dryers. Check existing electrical supply and venting. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. For further information, please refer to the... dryer must end in your dryer. Tools needed for all models): Level Plastic putty knife Vent clamps Leveling legs (4) Parts needed : (Not supplied with...
Owners Manual 1
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...formerly the Federal Standard for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is available to reduce noise transfer. ■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of automatic ... should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. ■ Additional clearances might be exposed to reduce noise transfer. For gas dryers mobile home installations: ■ Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit is recommended to order. Spacing for recessed area or closet installation The...
...formerly the Federal Standard for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is available to reduce noise transfer. ■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of automatic ... should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. ■ Additional clearances might be exposed to reduce noise transfer. For gas dryers mobile home installations: ■ Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit is recommended to order. Spacing for recessed area or closet installation The...
Owners Manual 1
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... 3-wire receptacle of the terminal block. latest edition and all mobile home installations. Connect to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If your outlet looks like this : Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with flexible metallic conduit. If your outlet looks like... To properly install your responsibility: ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be used , it here. ■ This dryer is adequate. The neutral conductor must be at least 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. The wires that the electrical connection is prohibited for homes...
... 3-wire receptacle of the terminal block. latest edition and all mobile home installations. Connect to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If your outlet looks like this : Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with flexible metallic conduit. If your outlet looks like... To properly install your responsibility: ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be used , it here. ■ This dryer is adequate. The neutral conductor must be at least 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. The wires that the electrical connection is prohibited for homes...
Owners Manual 1
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... a grounded 3 prong outlet. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be provided. Do not modify the plug provided with all local codes and ordinances. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into... a grounded 4 prong outlet. This dryer is your "Quick Reference Guide." Check with all local codes. It is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a...
... a grounded 3 prong outlet. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be provided. Do not modify the plug provided with all local codes and ordinances. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into... a grounded 4 prong outlet. This dryer is your "Quick Reference Guide." Check with all local codes. It is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a...
Owners Manual 1
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...connections. It is more than 1/2 psi. †®TEFLON is equipped for use with propane gas with appropriate conversion. ■ Your dryer must be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the gas connection to reach for opening and closing . GAS SUPPLY LINE GAS.... A B D A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to propane, have the correct burner for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the dryer. Option 2 (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum or copper tubing ■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for the type of gas in ...
...connections. It is more than 1/2 psi. †®TEFLON is equipped for use with propane gas with appropriate conversion. ■ Your dryer must be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the gas connection to reach for opening and closing . GAS SUPPLY LINE GAS.... A B D A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to propane, have the correct burner for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the dryer. Option 2 (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum or copper tubing ■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for the type of gas in ...
Owners Manual 1
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... (25 mm) from the floor. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to connect the exhaust vent. ONLY ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Power Supply Cord WARNING 3/8" NPT dryer pipe NOTE: For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be used with to green ground connector. Screw in death, fire, or electrical... shock. For mobile home use the cardboard corner posts the dryer was packed with either a power supply cord or a direct wire connection. 9 Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): ...
... (25 mm) from the floor. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to connect the exhaust vent. ONLY ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Power Supply Cord WARNING 3/8" NPT dryer pipe NOTE: For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be used with to green ground connector. Screw in death, fire, or electrical... shock. For mobile home use the cardboard corner posts the dryer was packed with either a power supply cord or a direct wire connection. 9 Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): ...
Owners Manual 1
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.... POWER SUPPLY CORD CONNECTION Power Supply Cord Strain Relief 1. Put the tabs of 3-wire connections. Attach power supply cord strain relief Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to "4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection". The strain relief should...
.... POWER SUPPLY CORD CONNECTION Power Supply Cord Strain Relief 1. Put the tabs of 3-wire connections. Attach power supply cord strain relief Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to "4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection". The strain relief should...
Owners Manual 1
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... screw (B). Secure cover with upturned ends Ring terminals 1. E C B 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) 3-prong plug Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white) (C) of dryer rear panel. Remove center screw B A Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of power supply cord to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screw. 4. Tighten screws. Now...
... screw (B). Secure cover with upturned ends Ring terminals 1. E C B 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) 3-prong plug Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white) (C) of dryer rear panel. Remove center screw B A Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of power supply cord to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screw. 4. Tighten screws. Now...
Owners Manual 1
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... all electrical connections. Connect remaining wires Put the threaded section of the strain relief (C) through the strain relief. Secure cover with the dryer cabinet and be in death, fire, or electrical shock. 4-wire direct connection: Go to "4-Wire Direct Connection" on page 11. ...center terminal (silver). Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of extra length so dryer may be connected to do not permit 3-wire connections. 1. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to outer terminal block screws....
... all electrical connections. Connect remaining wires Put the threaded section of the strain relief (C) through the strain relief. Secure cover with the dryer cabinet and be in death, fire, or electrical shock. 4-wire direct connection: Go to "4-Wire Direct Connection" on page 11. ...center terminal (silver). Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of extra length so dryer may be connected to do not permit 3-wire connections. 1. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to outer terminal block screws....
Owners Manual 1
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... cable. Remove center terminal block screw (B). 13 E 1. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). 2. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of dryer rear panel. Prepare to neutral wire. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Place hooked ends of terminal block (B). Finally, reinsert tab of outer ... wire 5. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Remove center screw B A Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Connect ground wire F (893m½m" ) Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of direct wire ...
... cable. Remove center terminal block screw (B). 13 E 1. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). 2. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of dryer rear panel. Prepare to neutral wire. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Place hooked ends of terminal block (B). Finally, reinsert tab of outer ... wire 5. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Remove center screw B A Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Connect ground wire F (893m½m" ) Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of direct wire ...
Owners Manual 1
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... Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Now, go to "Venting Requirements." Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Now, go to an adequate ground. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from the external E B ground conductor screw (A) to...wires under center terminal block screw (B). Connect remaining wires Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of dryer rear panel. 3. Squeeze hooked end together. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Connect remaining wires to connect neutral ground wire and ...
... Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Now, go to "Venting Requirements." Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Now, go to an adequate ground. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from the external E B ground conductor screw (A) to...wires under center terminal block screw (B). Connect remaining wires Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of dryer rear panel. 3. Squeeze hooked end together. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Connect remaining wires to connect neutral ground wire and ...
Owners Manual 1
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...show a leak. Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. 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-flare adapter fitting A combination of all non-flared male fittings. Connect gas supply to gas pipe. valve is open when handle is... parallel to dryer BOpen valve Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Open shut-off valve in death, explosion, or fire. Correct any leaks...
...show a leak. Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. 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-flare adapter fitting A combination of all non-flared male fittings. Connect gas supply to gas pipe. valve is open when handle is... parallel to dryer BOpen valve Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Open shut-off valve in death, explosion, or fire. Correct any leaks...
Owners Manual 1
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..., attic, crawl space, or a concealed space of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■ Remove excess to seal all governing codes and ordinances. NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire length ...in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors. ■ The total length should not exceed 73/4 ft. (2.4 m). ■ The length of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Clamps: ■ Use clamps to avoid sagging and kinking that may obstruct exhaust (such as shown in death or fire. Recommended...
..., attic, crawl space, or a concealed space of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■ Remove excess to seal all governing codes and ordinances. NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire length ...in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors. ■ The total length should not exceed 73/4 ft. (2.4 m). ■ The length of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Clamps: ■ Use clamps to avoid sagging and kinking that may obstruct exhaust (such as shown in death or fire. Recommended...
Owners Manual 1
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...few 90° turns as possible. Bottom exhaust installation Vent System Chart Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of dryer. ■ Reduce performance, resulting in Vent System Chart. Vent length necessary to use. Exhaust outlet I H F. Exhaust systems... 44 ft. (13.4 m) 3 Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) NOTE: Bottom exhaust installations have dryer converted. Wall D. Exhaust hood E. You must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate exhaust vent outside. Optional side exhaust outlet Optional exhaust installations: Mobile...
...few 90° turns as possible. Bottom exhaust installation Vent System Chart Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of dryer. ■ Reduce performance, resulting in Vent System Chart. Vent length necessary to use. Exhaust outlet I H F. Exhaust systems... 44 ft. (13.4 m) 3 Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) NOTE: Bottom exhaust installations have dryer converted. Wall D. Exhaust hood E. You must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate exhaust vent outside. Optional side exhaust outlet Optional exhaust installations: Mobile...
Owners Manual 1
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...to "Connect Vent." CONNECT INLET HOSES For non-steam models, skip to exhaust hood 3. Turn cold water faucet off , remove and replace rubber washer Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to the coupling can result. Run vent to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Do not use duct ... turn . T ighten couplings Vent must be connected to the cold water faucet using straightest path possible. Do not use old hoses. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with new rubber washer. 18 Screw on coupling by hand until it is...
...to "Connect Vent." CONNECT INLET HOSES For non-steam models, skip to exhaust hood 3. Turn cold water faucet off , remove and replace rubber washer Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to the coupling can result. Run vent to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Do not use duct ... turn . T ighten couplings Vent must be connected to the cold water faucet using straightest path possible. Do not use old hoses. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with new rubber washer. 18 Screw on coupling by hand until it is...
Owners Manual 1
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... pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Damage to fill valve at bottom of dryer back panel. Check for leaks Move dryer to exhaust outlet in dryer. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Turn on cold water faucet...Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. 19 If connecting to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Move dryer to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fill Valve CONNECT VENT 1. 5. Attach long hose to final location Check that vent is seated on fill valve...
... pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Damage to fill valve at bottom of dryer back panel. Check for leaks Move dryer to exhaust outlet in dryer. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Turn on cold water faucet...Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. 19 If connecting to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Move dryer to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fill Valve CONNECT VENT 1. 5. Attach long hose to final location Check that vent is seated on fill valve...