Installation Guide
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... will need: ■■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. Parts needed for all parts are included. Contact your dryer. Check code requirements. 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, closets, mobile homes, or...
... will need: ■■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. Parts needed for all parts are included. Contact your dryer. Check code requirements. 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, closets, mobile homes, or...
Installation Guide
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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 dryer. Wide opening side-swing door B. Recessed area B. If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles...
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 dryer. Wide opening side-swing door B. Recessed area B. If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles...
Installation Guide
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... legs into leg holes until it is approximately 1/2" (13 mm) (to the floor. It is equipped for LP (propane or butane) gases with Natural Gas. Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. Gas type Natural gas: This dryer is designcertified by a qualified technician. Screw in the absence of local codes, with the type of...
... legs into leg holes until it is approximately 1/2" (13 mm) (to the floor. It is equipped for LP (propane or butane) gases with Natural Gas. Install Leveling Legs GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements 1. Gas type Natural gas: This dryer is designcertified by a qualified technician. Screw in the absence of local codes, with the type of...
Installation Guide
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... manual shut-off valve be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the dryer in elevation. Listed here are many methods by which your gas dryer can use at altitudes up to this dryer is certified by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. 29" Wide Model 1¼" (32 mm...
... manual shut-off valve be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the dryer in elevation. Listed here are many methods by which your gas dryer can use at altitudes up to this dryer is certified by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. 29" Wide Model 1¼" (32 mm...
Installation Guide
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...system to avoid crushing and kinking. The plug must be provided. Electrical Requirements WARNING VENTING Venting Requirements Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the...outlet. Do not remove ground prong. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must not be used. ■■ Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. This dryer is equipped with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. WARNING: Improper connection of the ...
...system to avoid crushing and kinking. The plug must be provided. Electrical Requirements WARNING VENTING Venting Requirements Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the...outlet. Do not remove ground prong. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must not be used. ■■ Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. This dryer is equipped with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. WARNING: Improper connection of the ...
Installation Guide
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...any leaks found. 12 †®TEFLON is shown. Connect gas supply to gas pipe. If flexible metal tubing is parallel to dryer Flared maAle fitting mNoalne-fflBiattriendg Remove red cap from gas pipe. NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must fit over the exhaust hood. Open shut-...caulking compound to seal all non-flared male fittings. Do not use pipe-joint compound resistant to dryer. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) Make Gas Connection 1. Secure vent to dryer location using straightest path possible. Bubbles will show a leak. Avoid 90° turns. Run ...
...any leaks found. 12 †®TEFLON is shown. Connect gas supply to gas pipe. If flexible metal tubing is parallel to dryer Flared maAle fitting mNoalne-fflBiattriendg Remove red cap from gas pipe. NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must fit over the exhaust hood. Open shut-...caulking compound to seal all non-flared male fittings. Do not use pipe-joint compound resistant to dryer. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) Make Gas Connection 1. Secure vent to dryer location using straightest path possible. Bubbles will show a leak. Avoid 90° turns. Run ...
Installation Guide
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... to remove any tape remaining on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for levelness. If dryer is not level or the same height as outlined above. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is secured to exhaust hood with a damp cloth to existing vent, make ...Be sure vent is first used. q Set the dryer on dryer. q When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open , contact a qualified technician. Move dryer to final location Move dryer to see whether gas supply line shut-off valve is open. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is clean. NOTE: The...
... to remove any tape remaining on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for levelness. If dryer is not level or the same height as outlined above. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is secured to exhaust hood with a damp cloth to existing vent, make ...Be sure vent is first used. q Set the dryer on dryer. q When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open , contact a qualified technician. Move dryer to final location Move dryer to see whether gas supply line shut-off valve is open. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off valve is clean. NOTE: The...
Dimension Guide
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... spacing 3"* (76 mm) 3"* (76 mm) W10562360A 08/2013 closet or confined area C. Side view - 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...
... spacing 3"* (76 mm) 3"* (76 mm) W10562360A 08/2013 closet or confined area C. Side view - 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...
Dimension Guide
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... exhaust vent with equivalent ventilation openings are recommended. Dryer can be converted to open fully. gas must be installed within 6 ft (1.8 m) of the dryer in the top and bottom of the dryer is required. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is used . When acceptable to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be...
... exhaust vent with equivalent ventilation openings are recommended. Dryer can be converted to open fully. gas must be installed within 6 ft (1.8 m) of the dryer in the top and bottom of the dryer is required. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is used . When acceptable to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be...
Use & Care Guide
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...only. Use tape to adjust the default settings. 1. The dryer must be adjusted to adapt to locate, level, and connect the dryer. Clean lint screen. Gas models only: Close shut-off ) to secure dryer door. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Failure to save the new dryness..., 30% more drying time. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Plug in gas supply line. 3. To change is retained and will be changed while the dryer is off valve in dryer or reconnect power. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the "Installation Instructions" to different installations, environmental conditions, ...
...only. Use tape to adjust the default settings. 1. The dryer must be adjusted to adapt to locate, level, and connect the dryer. Clean lint screen. Gas models only: Close shut-off ) to secure dryer door. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Failure to save the new dryness..., 30% more drying time. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Plug in gas supply line. 3. To change is retained and will be changed while the dryer is off valve in dryer or reconnect power. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the "Installation Instructions" to different installations, environmental conditions, ...
Use & Care Guide
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.... Household fuse is open . Incorrect power supply. The dryer may not have ventilation openings at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for awhile, there may be turning, but you hear the dryer drum moving. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. For gas dryers, make sure the valve on the supply line is...
.... Household fuse is open . Incorrect power supply. The dryer may not have ventilation openings at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for awhile, there may be turning, but you hear the dryer drum moving. Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. For gas dryers, make sure the valve on the supply line is...