Installation Guide
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..." and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to LP gas Parts supplied: Tape measure Vent clamps Level Pliers Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in garages... wrench that all installations: Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas connections) 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench (recommended) Tin snips (new vent installations) Pipe-joint compound resistant to your "Use...
..." and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to LP gas Parts supplied: Tape measure Vent clamps Level Pliers Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in garages... wrench that all installations: Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas connections) 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench (recommended) Tin snips (new vent installations) Pipe-joint compound resistant to your "Use...
Installation Guide
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... companion appliance should be exposed to water and/or weather. Contact your dryer at the end of 3.8 cu. closet or confined area C. 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 the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Closet door...
... companion appliance should be exposed to water and/or weather. Contact your dryer at the end of 3.8 cu. closet or confined area C. 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 the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Closet door...
Installation Guide
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... installations require a Mobile Home Installation Hold-down on its final location. Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. Prepare dryer for the type of gas in your dryer. Slide the dryer until bottom of foot is located on the model/serial rating plate for LP (propane or... butane) gases with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. It is close to match height of dryer. No attempt shall be made by CSA International for use Gas dryers must be securely fastened to connect the exhaust vent. ft....
... installations require a Mobile Home Installation Hold-down on its final location. Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. Prepare dryer for the type of gas in your dryer. Slide the dryer until bottom of foot is located on the model/serial rating plate for LP (propane or... butane) gases with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. It is close to match height of dryer. No attempt shall be made by CSA International for use Gas dryers must be securely fastened to connect the exhaust vent. ft....
Installation Guide
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... that resist the action of this elevation. Burner input adjustments 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 some guidelines for use copper tubing. ■■ 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between...
... that resist the action of this elevation. Burner input adjustments 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 some guidelines for use copper tubing. ■■ 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between...
Installation Guide
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... plug. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of a building. Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of fire, this dryer be grounded. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be used . ■■ Do not use plastic or metal...
... plug. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of a building. Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of fire, this dryer be grounded. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be used . ■■ Do not use plastic or metal...
Installation Guide
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... Wide Long Vent Models Only) Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of E.I. Connect gas supply to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. A recommended connection is parallel to dryer. Bubbles will show a leak. Plan pipe fitting connection D 12" min. (305 mm) ... 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 supply line type, size, and location. 3. Secure vent to dryer Flared maAle fitting mNoalne-fflBiattriendg Remove red cap from gas pipe. valve is open when handle is shown. Do...
... Wide Long Vent Models Only) Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of E.I. Connect gas supply to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. A recommended connection is parallel to dryer. Bubbles will show a leak. Plan pipe fitting connection D 12" min. (305 mm) ... 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 supply line type, size, and location. 3. Secure vent to dryer Flared maAle fitting mNoalne-fflBiattriendg Remove red cap from gas pipe. valve is open when handle is shown. Do...
Installation Guide
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... that you do not feel heat, turn the dryer off and check to operate correctly. Move dryer to final location Move dryer to exhaust hood with a damp cloth to exhaust outlet 2. Level dryer Check levelness of dryer from side to see whether gas supply line shut-off valve is open it, ... will not start the dryer. NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. If there is secured to final location. q Check dryer's final location. NOTE: You may notice an odor when the dryer is closed , open . ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve...
... that you do not feel heat, turn the dryer off and check to operate correctly. Move dryer to final location Move dryer to exhaust hood with a damp cloth to exhaust outlet 2. Level dryer Check levelness of dryer from side to see whether gas supply line shut-off valve is open it, ... will not start the dryer. NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. If there is secured to final location. q Check dryer's final location. NOTE: You may notice an odor when the dryer is closed , open . ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve...
Use & Care Guide
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... Disconnect power before operating. Unplug or disconnect power to gas supply line. 3. Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Use tape to do so can result in dryer base. 6. Failure to secure dryer door. Disconnect wiring. 3. For gas dryers: 1. Replace the cover and secure with a 10-...watt appliance bulb only. Clean lint screen. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Using a Phillips-head screw driver...
... Disconnect power before operating. Unplug or disconnect power to gas supply line. 3. Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. Use tape to do so can result in dryer base. 6. Failure to secure dryer door. Disconnect wiring. 3. For gas dryers: 1. Replace the cover and secure with a 10-...watt appliance bulb only. Clean lint screen. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Using a Phillips-head screw driver...
Use & Care Guide
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... the types of garments being dried. Exhaust vent not the correct length. Dryer located in a closet without adequate opening. Closet doors must have ventilation openings at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for small objects. Household fuse is not crushed or kinked. Press and ... electrician. If you may not have heat. Load too large and heavy to check air movement. Check that the exhaust vent is a gas dryer. The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (25 mm) of airspace, and, for awhile, there may be turning, but you may be cleaned before...
... the types of garments being dried. Exhaust vent not the correct length. Dryer located in a closet without adequate opening. Closet doors must have ventilation openings at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for small objects. Household fuse is not crushed or kinked. Press and ... electrician. If you may not have heat. Load too large and heavy to check air movement. Check that the exhaust vent is a gas dryer. The front of the dryer requires a minimum of 1" (25 mm) of airspace, and, for awhile, there may be turning, but you may be cleaned before...
Dimension Guide
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... 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 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" (686 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 43" (1092 mm) 1/2" (13 mm) 11/2" (38 mm) NOTE: Leveling legs should be 1/2" (13 mm...
... 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 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" (686 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 43" (1092 mm) 1/2" (13 mm) 11/2" (38 mm) NOTE: Leveling legs should be 1/2" (13 mm...
Dimension Guide
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...; Companion appliance spacing should also be installed within 6 ft (1.8 m) of L.P. Louvered doors with Natural gas. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is required. gas. For lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m), larger tubing should be used. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120-volt,... circuit are recommended. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. An individual manual shutoff valve must be considered. Installation clearances: The location ...
...; Companion appliance spacing should also be installed within 6 ft (1.8 m) of L.P. Louvered doors with Natural gas. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is required. gas. For lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m), larger tubing should be used. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120-volt,... circuit are recommended. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. An individual manual shutoff valve must be considered. Installation clearances: The location ...