Installation Guide
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...your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for proper exhaust installation. Contact your dryer. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Parts needed: Check local codes. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Tools needed for gas ...: Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. See "Venting Requirements." Check code requirements. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) Utility knife ...
...your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for proper exhaust installation. Contact your dryer. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Parts needed: Check local codes. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Tools needed for gas ...: Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. See "Venting Requirements." Check code requirements. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) Utility knife ...
Installation Guide
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... mm)(140 mm) A B C A. Wide opening side-swing door B. 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 ...capacity washer). 223/4" (578 mm) 273/4" (705 mm) 133/4" (349 mm) 273/4" (705 mm) A B A. Recessed area B. Recessed area B. Contact your dryer at the end of 3.6 cu. Wide opening hamper door Installation Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm) 48 in .2 * (155 cm )2 1"...
... mm)(140 mm) A B C A. Wide opening side-swing door B. 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 ...capacity washer). 223/4" (578 mm) 273/4" (705 mm) 133/4" (349 mm) 273/4" (705 mm) A B A. Recessed area B. Recessed area B. Contact your dryer at the end of 3.6 cu. Wide opening hamper door Installation Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm) 48 in .2 * (155 cm )2 1"...
Installation Guide
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...that is adequate and in conformance with a quali ed electrician or service representative or personnel if you use an extension cord. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP - Check with the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1-latest edition and all local codes. A time-delay fuse or circuit ... 30-amp circuit, fused on all sides of the above codes standard may be grounded. CANADA ONLY Electrical Requirements ■■ This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. Be sure wall receptacle is recommended. WARNING: Improper connection of...
...that is adequate and in conformance with a quali ed electrician or service representative or personnel if you use an extension cord. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP - Check with the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1-latest edition and all local codes. A time-delay fuse or circuit ... 30-amp circuit, fused on all sides of the above codes standard may be grounded. CANADA ONLY Electrical Requirements ■■ This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. Be sure wall receptacle is recommended. WARNING: Improper connection of...
Installation Guide
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...must conform with local codes, or in the door well of local codes, with Natural Gas. Prepare dryer for electrical connection and to convert the dryer from bottom of dryer. No attempt shall be made by CSA International for the type of the "Use and Care Guide... designcertified by a qualified technician. Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Hold-down on its final location. Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. If this information does not agree with the type of gas available, please reference the "Assistance or ...
...must conform with local codes, or in the door well of local codes, with Natural Gas. Prepare dryer for electrical connection and to convert the dryer from bottom of dryer. No attempt shall be made by CSA International for the type of the "Use and Care Guide... designcertified by a qualified technician. Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Hold-down on its final location. Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. If this information does not agree with the type of gas available, please reference the "Assistance or ...
Installation Guide
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... and a different size adapter fitting. 11/2" (38 mm) A.A3./83"/8N" PNTPdTrdyeryr eprippeipe Burner input requirements Elevations up to this dryer is operated up to prevent kinking. Elevations above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m): ■■ When installed above sea level at pressures...shown on the model/serial number plate. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 8 Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between dryer pipe and 3/8" approved tubing. ■■ Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of this elevation. Gas...
... and a different size adapter fitting. 11/2" (38 mm) A.A3./83"/8N" PNTPdTrdyeryr eprippeipe Burner input requirements Elevations up to this dryer is operated up to prevent kinking. Elevations above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m): ■■ When installed above sea level at pressures...shown on the model/serial number plate. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 8 Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between dryer pipe and 3/8" approved tubing. ■■ Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of this elevation. Gas...
Installation Guide
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...floors. ■■ The total length should not exceed 73/4 ft. (2.4 m). Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not use an adapter. It is properly installed and grounded in doubt as to clean) ■■ Must be provided... or breakdown, grounding will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of fire, this dryer be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that is also recommended that a separate circuit serving only ...
...floors. ■■ The total length should not exceed 73/4 ft. (2.4 m). Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not use an adapter. It is properly installed and grounded in doubt as to clean) ■■ Must be provided... or breakdown, grounding will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of fire, this dryer be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that is also recommended that a separate circuit serving only ...
Installation Guide
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Recommended Styles: Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from ground or any object that extend into interior of the dryer. Good Better C D E A F G B I . Vent length necessary to exhaust out the right side, left side, or... Kits." B Louvered hood Acceptable Style: Box hood Angled hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Dryer B. Clamps F. or right-side exhaust installation (27" wide models only) C. See "Venting Kits" for more information. 10 A B C A. Exhaust...
Recommended Styles: Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from ground or any object that extend into interior of the dryer. Good Better C D E A F G B I . Vent length necessary to exhaust out the right side, left side, or... Kits." B Louvered hood Acceptable Style: Box hood Angled hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Dryer B. Clamps F. or right-side exhaust installation (27" wide models only) C. See "Venting Kits" for more information. 10 A B C A. Exhaust...
Installation Guide
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...Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that will help achieve best drying performance. Refer to a noncombustible portion of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Venting Kits For more information, call ... 21 ft. (6.4 m) NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations for your installation. Over-The-Top installation (also available with clamps 4396004 Dryer offset elbow 4396005 Wall offset elbow 4396006RW DuraSafe™ close -clearance installations are available for purchase. NOTE: Do not use vent runs ...
...Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that will help achieve best drying performance. Refer to a noncombustible portion of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Venting Kits For more information, call ... 21 ft. (6.4 m) NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations for your installation. Over-The-Top installation (also available with clamps 4396004 Dryer offset elbow 4396005 Wall offset elbow 4396006RW DuraSafe™ close -clearance installations are available for purchase. NOTE: Do not use vent runs ...
Installation Guide
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...resistant to seal all non-flared male fittings. Open shut-off valve Closed Avalve OpBen valve Vent must be used , be different, according to dryer. Then, test all connections by brushing on threads of E.I. A recommended connection is a registered trademark of all joints. Do not use TEFLON...174;† tape. 2. valve is open when handle is used to connect dryer to gas pipe. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) Make Gas Connection 1. Open shut-off valve in supply line; Bubbles will show...
...resistant to seal all non-flared male fittings. Open shut-off valve Closed Avalve OpBen valve Vent must be used , be different, according to dryer. Then, test all connections by brushing on threads of E.I. A recommended connection is a registered trademark of all joints. Do not use TEFLON...174;† tape. 2. valve is open when handle is used to connect dryer to gas pipe. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) Make Gas Connection 1. Open shut-off valve in supply line; Bubbles will show...
Installation Guide
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..., and check again for the moisture sensing system to remove any tape remaining on console and any dust. Complete Installation Checklist q Check that dryer is closed , open . ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is closed . q Check that all four legs ..., contact a qualified technician. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 13 Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Level Dryer 1. NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. See "Level Dryer." If the dryer will go back through steps to adjust legs up using a wood block. NOTE: You may notice...
..., and check again for the moisture sensing system to remove any tape remaining on console and any dust. Complete Installation Checklist q Check that dryer is closed , open . ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is closed . q Check that all four legs ..., contact a qualified technician. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 13 Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Level Dryer 1. NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. See "Level Dryer." If the dryer will go back through steps to adjust legs up using a wood block. NOTE: You may notice...
Installation Guide
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.... 29" Super Wide Side-Swing Door 1. Remove screws attaching hinges to steps 1-13 beginning on dryer Lift door until top screws in dryer cabinet are in large part of hinges. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet side of dryer. Remove bottom screws If your door is the 27" Wide Side-Swing Door, go to... avoid damaging the surface. Set door (handle side up) on page 19. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet side of hinge slot. Remove top screws from hinges Place towel on page 16. If your door is the 27" Wide Side-Swing Door ...
.... 29" Super Wide Side-Swing Door 1. Remove screws attaching hinges to steps 1-13 beginning on dryer Lift door until top screws in dryer cabinet are in large part of hinges. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet side of dryer. Remove bottom screws If your door is the 27" Wide Side-Swing Door, go to... avoid damaging the surface. Set door (handle side up) on page 19. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet side of hinge slot. Remove top screws from hinges Place towel on page 16. If your door is the 27" Wide Side-Swing Door ...
Installation Guide
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... hinges were just removed. Attach door hinges Catch and bezel Plug Remove the door catch, bezel, and plug from door 8. Reattach outer door panel to dryer door so that the larger hole is at top, bottom, and side of the hinge. Rotate outer door 180º and set it back down.... NOTE: Do not pry apart with putty knife or screwdriver. Rotate outer door Reattach door hinges to inner door panel so handle is down on dryer, grasp sides of the inner door by squeezing and pulling/pushing them. Set outer door aside. Insert 4 door screws. 15 5.
... hinges were just removed. Attach door hinges Catch and bezel Plug Remove the door catch, bezel, and plug from door 8. Reattach outer door panel to dryer door so that the larger hole is at top, bottom, and side of the hinge. Rotate outer door 180º and set it back down.... NOTE: Do not pry apart with putty knife or screwdriver. Rotate outer door Reattach door hinges to inner door panel so handle is down on dryer, grasp sides of the inner door by squeezing and pulling/pushing them. Set outer door aside. Insert 4 door screws. 15 5.
Installation Guide
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...flat-blade screwdriver to adjust alignment. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door 1. Position door so large end of dryer cabinet. Tighten screws. Insert and tighten top screws in bottom of dryer cabinet. If it is over screws. Insert the door strike into original door strike hole and secure with screw.... Transfer plugs into the bottom holes on left side of dryer to reinstall door. Insert door strike plug into door strike plug hole and secure with screw. 11. Close door and check that door...
...flat-blade screwdriver to adjust alignment. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door 1. Position door so large end of dryer cabinet. Tighten screws. Insert and tighten top screws in bottom of dryer cabinet. If it is over screws. Insert the door strike into original door strike hole and secure with screw.... Transfer plugs into the bottom holes on left side of dryer to reinstall door. Insert door strike plug into door strike plug hole and secure with screw. 11. Close door and check that door...
Installation Guide
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...Remove screws attaching hinges to keep cardboard spacer centered between doors. Holding door over so handle side is on inner door. Remove top screws from dryer cabinet side of door (6 screws). Insert 6 door screws. 7. Rotate outer door Lift door until top screws in large part of hinges.... Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet. 4. 2. Set door (handle side up) on top of outer door and lift to inner door panel so handle is down on the side...
...Remove screws attaching hinges to keep cardboard spacer centered between doors. Holding door over so handle side is on inner door. Remove top screws from dryer cabinet side of door (6 screws). Insert 6 door screws. 7. Rotate outer door Lift door until top screws in large part of hinges.... Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet. 4. 2. Set door (handle side up) on top of outer door and lift to inner door panel so handle is down on the side...
Installation Guide
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... Tighten screws. Remove and transfer plugs Remove the 4 screws that the larger hole is at the bottom of door hinge slot is needed to dryer door so that attach 2 plugs on the left side. Check door strike alignment Reattach door hinges to reinstall door. If it is over screws.... Attach door hinges 10. Insert screws into the bottom holes on dryer cabinet NOTE: 2 people may be needed , slide door catch left side of slots. Transfer plugs to adjust alignment. 18 Insert screws in ...
... Tighten screws. Remove and transfer plugs Remove the 4 screws that the larger hole is at the bottom of door hinge slot is needed to dryer door so that attach 2 plugs on the left side. Check door strike alignment Reattach door hinges to reinstall door. If it is over screws.... Attach door hinges 10. Insert screws into the bottom holes on dryer cabinet NOTE: 2 people may be needed , slide door catch left side of slots. Transfer plugs to adjust alignment. 18 Insert screws in ...
Installation Guide
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...damaging the surface. 2. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door with Glass 1. Pull door forward off top screws Flip door over Open dryer door. Remove screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. Flip door over so handle side is down. Lift door off screws. Set door (handle side up) on... top of hinge slot. Place towel on dryer 4. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from hinges Place towel on top of dryer. Remove top screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. 3. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet. 19 Lift door until top screws in dryer cabinet are in large part of...
...damaging the surface. 2. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door with Glass 1. Pull door forward off top screws Flip door over Open dryer door. Remove screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. Flip door over so handle side is down. Lift door off screws. Set door (handle side up) on... top of hinge slot. Place towel on dryer 4. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from hinges Place towel on top of dryer. Remove top screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. 3. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet. 19 Lift door until top screws in dryer cabinet are in large part of...
Installation Guide
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Keep door screws separate from outer door. Reattach outer door panel to dryer door so that the larger hole is on dryer, pry inner door and lift to keep cardboard spacer centered between doors. Separate inner from outer door Holding door over towel on the side where .... 10. NOTE: Do not pull on inner door. Be certain to separate it back down on door seal or plastic door catches. 8. Remove screws from dryer cabinet. Insert the door strike into place. 20
Keep door screws separate from outer door. Reattach outer door panel to dryer door so that the larger hole is on dryer, pry inner door and lift to keep cardboard spacer centered between doors. Separate inner from outer door Holding door over towel on the side where .... 10. NOTE: Do not pull on inner door. Be certain to separate it back down on door seal or plastic door catches. 8. Remove screws from dryer cabinet. Insert the door strike into place. 20
Installation Guide
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... strike aligns with door catch. Position door so large end of a service call. Remove and transfer plugs 13. Insert screws into the bottom holes on dryer cabinet Close door and check that attach 2 plugs on the left or right within slot to adjust alignment. Transfer plugs to reinstall door. Insert screws...
... strike aligns with door catch. Position door so large end of a service call. Remove and transfer plugs 13. Insert screws into the bottom holes on dryer cabinet Close door and check that attach 2 plugs on the left or right within slot to adjust alignment. Transfer plugs to reinstall door. Insert screws...
Dimension Guide
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... mm) 133/4" (349 mm) 291/2" (749 mm) A B A. ft. closet or confined area C. Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD4800B, WGD4810B, WGD4850B, WGD4890B, WGD5500B, WGD5800B, WGD5810B 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 29" (737 mm) 29" (737 mm) 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" (686 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 43" (1092 mm) 1/2" (13...
... mm) 133/4" (349 mm) 291/2" (749 mm) A B A. ft. closet or confined area C. Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD4800B, WGD4810B, WGD4850B, WGD4890B, WGD5500B, WGD5800B, WGD5810B 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 29" (737 mm) 29" (737 mm) 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" (686 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 43" (1092 mm) 1/2" (13...