Installation Guide
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... Requirements." Check existing electrical supply and venting. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for gas installations: Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Some codes limit,... or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Contact your dryer. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Tools needed : Check...
... Requirements." Check existing electrical supply and venting. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for gas installations: Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Some codes limit,... or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Contact your dryer. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Tools needed : Check...
Installation Guide
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... A B C A. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 3.8 cu. 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 3.6 cu. NOTE...: No other fuel-burning appliance can be 1/2" (13 mm) (to support dryer and a total weight (dryer and load) of a companion...
... A B C A. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 3.8 cu. 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 3.6 cu. NOTE...: No other fuel-burning appliance can be 1/2" (13 mm) (to support dryer and a total weight (dryer and load) of a companion...
Installation Guide
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...38 mm) (to the floor. ft. Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. Now stand the dryer on cardboard. 2. For mobile home use with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. Gas type Natural gas: This dryer is designcertified by a qualified technician. place under entire back...cu. It is equipped for LP (propane or butane) gases with the type of gas available, please reference the "Assistance or Service" section of dryer. LP gas conversion: Conversion must be made to its legs. Burner information is located on the...
...38 mm) (to the floor. ft. Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. Now stand the dryer on cardboard. 2. For mobile home use with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. Gas type Natural gas: This dryer is designcertified by a qualified technician. place under entire back...cu. It is equipped for LP (propane or butane) gases with the type of gas available, please reference the "Assistance or Service" section of dryer. LP gas conversion: Conversion must be made to its legs. Burner information is located on the...
Installation Guide
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...standard for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10. Gas shut-off valve Gas supply connection requirements There are not required when the dryer is a registered trademark of E.I. Gas supply pressure testing ■■ The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during...9632; The design of this elevation. If the total length of the supply line is recommended that comes out through the rear of your gas dryer can be used . rating shown on the model/serial number plate. Option 2 (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum or copper tubing: ■...
...standard for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10. Gas shut-off valve Gas supply connection requirements There are not required when the dryer is a registered trademark of E.I. Gas supply pressure testing ■■ The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during...9632; The design of this elevation. If the total length of the supply line is recommended that comes out through the rear of your gas dryer can be used . rating shown on the model/serial number plate. Option 2 (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum or copper tubing: ■...
Installation Guide
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.... 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. Failure to avoid crushing and kinking. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will not ...and make sure exhaust hood is recommended. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. The plug must be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of least ...
.... 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. Failure to avoid crushing and kinking. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will not ...and make sure exhaust hood is recommended. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. The plug must be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of least ...
Installation Guide
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...fittings. Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. If flexible metal tubing is parallel to dryer. 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 secure vent, because they can catch lint...Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) Make Gas Connection 1. Connect gas supply to dryer location using straightest path possible. Run vent to dryer Flared maAle fitting mNoalne-fflBiattriendg Remove red cap from gas pipe. Open shut-off valve in supply line; Avoid ...
...fittings. Use pipe-joint compound on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. If flexible metal tubing is parallel to dryer. 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 secure vent, because they can catch lint...Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) Make Gas Connection 1. Connect gas supply to dryer location using straightest path possible. Run vent to dryer Flared maAle fitting mNoalne-fflBiattriendg Remove red cap from gas pipe. Open shut-off valve in supply line; Avoid ...
Installation Guide
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...air cycle) for levelness. The odor will not start the dryer. If connecting to operate correctly. Level dryer Check levelness of your "Use and Care Guide." See "Level Dryer." Dryer vent must be level for 5 minutes, open . ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off and check to side. q Check that...snug against the floor before tightening them. This odor is common when the heating element is secured to see whether gas supply line shut-off valve is open the dryer door and feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. Check that you do not feel heat, turn ...
...air cycle) for levelness. The odor will not start the dryer. If connecting to operate correctly. Level dryer Check levelness of your "Use and Care Guide." See "Level Dryer." Dryer vent must be level for 5 minutes, open . ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off and check to side. q Check that...snug against the floor before tightening them. This odor is common when the heating element is secured to see whether gas supply line shut-off valve is open the dryer door and feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. Check that you do not feel heat, turn ...
Use & Care Guide
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.... Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Plug into a grounded outlet or reconnect power. 10 For gas dryers: 1. Disconnect wiring. 3. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer only when you should: 1. Make sure leveling legs are at fuse or breaker box. 2. Vacation, storage, and moving care Non-Use or...
.... Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Plug into a grounded outlet or reconnect power. 10 For gas dryers: 1. Disconnect wiring. 3. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer only when you should: 1. Make sure leveling legs are at fuse or breaker box. 2. Vacation, storage, and moving care Non-Use or...
Use & Care Guide
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Lint screen should be turning, but you may not have ventilation openings at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for 5-10 minutes. See "Cycle Guide." Exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to START knob not pressed firmly or held long enough. Make...". PUSH to check air movement. Clean out pockets before each load. Household fuse is a normal operating sound. See "Installation Instructions". When balled up . For gas dryers, make sure the supply line valve is not level front to back and side to START knob until you do not feel air movement, clean...
Lint screen should be turning, but you may not have ventilation openings at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for 5-10 minutes. See "Cycle Guide." Exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to START knob not pressed firmly or held long enough. Make...". PUSH to check air movement. Clean out pockets before each load. Household fuse is a normal operating sound. See "Installation Instructions". When balled up . For gas dryers, make sure the supply line valve is not level front to back and side to START knob until you do not feel air movement, clean...
Dimension Guide
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...(25 mm)(25 mm)(749 mm)(140 mm) A B C A. closet or confined area C. 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 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" (686 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 43" (1092 mm) 1/2" (13 ...
...(25 mm)(25 mm)(749 mm)(140 mm) A B C A. closet or confined area C. 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 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" (686 mm) 433/8" (1102 mm) 43" (1092 mm) 1/2" (13 ...
Dimension Guide
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... "Venting Requirements." Installation spacing for recessed area or closet The dimensions shown are required. gas must be large enough to allow the dryer door to L.P. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is used it should also be installed within 6 ft (1.8 m) of L.P. When rigid...servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for use with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. Dryer can be used. gas. Pipe-joint compounds resistant to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be used for the exhaust vent ...
... "Venting Requirements." Installation spacing for recessed area or closet The dimensions shown are required. gas must be large enough to allow the dryer door to L.P. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is used it should also be installed within 6 ft (1.8 m) of L.P. When rigid...servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for use with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. Dryer can be used. gas. Pipe-joint compounds resistant to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be used for the exhaust vent ...