Installation Guide
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...purchasing parts. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Contact your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for gas connections) 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench (recommended) Tin snips (new vent installations) Pipe-joint compound resistant to your local..." pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for your dryer. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Tools needed : Check local codes. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to LP gas Parts supplied: Tape measure Vent clamps Level Pliers Leveling legs...
...purchasing parts. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Contact your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for gas connections) 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench (recommended) Tin snips (new vent installations) Pipe-joint compound resistant to your local..." pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for your dryer. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Tools needed : Check local codes. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to LP gas Parts supplied: Tape measure Vent clamps Level Pliers Leveling legs...
Installation Guide
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... and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly. Do not operate your local building inspector. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for gas dryers. ■■ If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of 200 lbs. (90...
... and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly. Do not operate your local building inspector. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for gas dryers. ■■ If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of 200 lbs. (90...
Installation Guide
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... Care Guide." 7 Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. Prepare dryer for use a large flat piece of 3.6 cu. Screw in your dryer. ft. capacity washer) or 1½" (38 mm) (to match height of cardboard from dryer carton; Slide the dryer until bottom of foot is close to... correct burner for use Gas dryers must conform with local codes, or in the door well of dryer. place under entire back edge of 3.8 cu. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down Kit. capacity washer) from the gas specified on the rating plate...
... Care Guide." 7 Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. Prepare dryer for use a large flat piece of 3.6 cu. Screw in your dryer. ft. capacity washer) or 1½" (38 mm) (to match height of cardboard from dryer carton; Slide the dryer until bottom of foot is close to... correct burner for use Gas dryers must conform with local codes, or in the door well of dryer. place under entire back edge of 3.8 cu. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down Kit. capacity washer) from the gas specified on the rating plate...
Installation Guide
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... Listed here are many methods by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your gas dryer can use 3/8" approved tubing (if codes and gas supplier permit). ■■ If you are not required when the dryer is certified by CSA International for use larger ...PNTPdTrdyeryr eprippeipe Burner input requirements Elevations up to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. Gas supply pressure testing ■■ The dryer must be easy to reach for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in accordance with the standard for ...
... Listed here are many methods by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your gas dryer can use 3/8" approved tubing (if codes and gas supplier permit). ■■ If you are not required when the dryer is certified by CSA International for use larger ...PNTPdTrdyeryr eprippeipe Burner input requirements Elevations up to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. Gas supply pressure testing ■■ The dryer must be easy to reach for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in accordance with the standard for ...
Installation Guide
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... an adapter. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. The plug must not be... Electrical Requirements WARNING VENTING Venting Requirements Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an appropriate outlet that a separate circuit serving only this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. WARNING: Improper connection of least resistance for best drying performance and to achieve best drying performance. ...
... an adapter. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. The plug must not be... Electrical Requirements WARNING VENTING Venting Requirements Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an appropriate outlet that a separate circuit serving only this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. WARNING: Improper connection of least resistance for best drying performance and to achieve best drying performance. ...
Installation Guide
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... (305 mm) Install exhaust hood and use TEFLON®† tape. 2. valve is open when handle is used to connect dryer to existing gas line. Correct any leaks found. 12 †®TEFLON is shown. If flexible metal tubing is parallel to seal exterior wall ...opening around exhaust hood. 2. Use clamps to supply line type, size, and location. 3. Connect vent to exhaust hood A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer pipe C C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting A combination of all joints. Then, test all connections by brushing on ...
... (305 mm) Install exhaust hood and use TEFLON®† tape. 2. valve is open when handle is used to connect dryer to existing gas line. Correct any leaks found. 12 †®TEFLON is shown. If flexible metal tubing is parallel to seal exterior wall ...opening around exhaust hood. 2. Use clamps to supply line type, size, and location. 3. Connect vent to exhaust hood A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer pipe C C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting A combination of all joints. Then, test all connections by brushing on ...
Installation Guide
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...tape remaining on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for heat. Level Dryer 1. q Check dryer's final location. Use wrench to see whether gas supply line shut-off valve is open. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is closed , open it, then repeat the 5-minute test... not level or the same height as outlined above. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is an extra part, go away. See "Level Dryer." q Set the dryer on dryer. Connect Vent 1. Level dryer Check levelness of your "Use and Care Guide." q Check that you feel for 20 ...
...tape remaining on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for heat. Level Dryer 1. q Check dryer's final location. Use wrench to see whether gas supply line shut-off valve is open. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is closed , open it, then repeat the 5-minute test... not level or the same height as outlined above. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is an extra part, go away. See "Level Dryer." q Set the dryer on dryer. Connect Vent 1. Level dryer Check levelness of your "Use and Care Guide." q Check that you feel for 20 ...
Use & Care Guide
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... located in death or electrical shock. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Failure to secure dryer door. Disconnect wiring. 3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in gas supply line. 3. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut off power at home. Use tape to do so can result in the...
... located in death or electrical shock. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before operating. Failure to secure dryer door. Disconnect wiring. 3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in gas supply line. 3. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut off power at home. Use tape to do so can result in the...
Use & Care Guide
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... www.whirlpool.ca for the types of fuse. Make sure the dryer door is a normal operating sound. The drum may not have heat. Replace both fuses or reset the circuit breaker. A coin, button, or paper clip is caught between the drum and front or rear of the door. The gas valve... line valve not open . See "Installation Instructions". Press and hold the PUSH to possibly avoid a service call. Check with a qualified electrician. 11 For gas dryers, make sure the supply line valve is not level front to back and side to START knob not pressed firmly or held long enough. Exhaust...
... www.whirlpool.ca for the types of fuse. Make sure the dryer door is a normal operating sound. The drum may not have heat. Replace both fuses or reset the circuit breaker. A coin, button, or paper clip is caught between the drum and front or rear of the door. The gas valve... line valve not open . See "Installation Instructions". Press and hold the PUSH to possibly avoid a service call. Check with a qualified electrician. 11 For gas dryers, make sure the supply line valve is not level front to back and side to START knob not pressed firmly or held long enough. Exhaust...
Dimension Guide
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...) A B A. Closet door with vents *Required spacing 3"* (76 mm) 3"* (76 mm) W10562360A 05/2016 Recessed area B. Side view - 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 29" (737 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 29" (737 mm) Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD4800B, WGD4810B, WGD4850B, WGD4890B, WGD5500B, WGD5800B, WGD5810B, WGD4870B, WGD5000D, WGD4810E, WGD4815E, WGD4915E, WGD4975E, WGD4616F, WGD4916F 27" Wide...
...) A B A. Closet door with vents *Required spacing 3"* (76 mm) 3"* (76 mm) W10562360A 05/2016 Recessed area B. Side view - 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 29" (737 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 29" (737 mm) Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD4800B, WGD4810B, WGD4850B, WGD4890B, WGD5500B, WGD5800B, WGD5810B, WGD4870B, WGD5000D, WGD4810E, WGD4815E, WGD4915E, WGD4975E, WGD4616F, WGD4916F 27" Wide...
Dimension Guide
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...9632; Additional clearances might be 1/2" IPS. Louvered doors with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. For lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m), larger tubing should be considered for ease of the dryer is required. An individual manual shutoff valve must be considered. See "Venting ...pipe is equipped for recessed area or closet The dimensions shown are required. gas must be used for the exhaust vent with Natural gas. Installation spacing for use with elbow. Dryer can be converted to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be installed within 6 ft...
...9632; Additional clearances might be 1/2" IPS. Louvered doors with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. For lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m), larger tubing should be considered for ease of the dryer is required. An individual manual shutoff valve must be considered. See "Venting ...pipe is equipped for recessed area or closet The dimensions shown are required. gas must be used for the exhaust vent with Natural gas. Installation spacing for use with elbow. Dryer can be converted to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be installed within 6 ft...