Dimension Guide
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Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are required. Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD72HED, WGD81HED, WGD8740D, WGD87HED, WGD95HED, WGD97HED Front view: Side view: 27" (686 mm) 383/4" Min. (984 mm) 39" Max. (990 ...1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for wall, door, floor moldings, dryer venting, and gas line. ■■ Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in...
Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are required. Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD72HED, WGD81HED, WGD8740D, WGD87HED, WGD95HED, WGD97HED Front view: Side view: 27" (686 mm) 383/4" Min. (984 mm) 39" Max. (990 ...1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for wall, door, floor moldings, dryer venting, and gas line. ■■ Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in...
Dimension Guide
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... materials and specifications without notice. Dimensions are recommended. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is equipped for use with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. WATER (STEAM MODELS ONLY) REQUIREMENTS The dryer must be used for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m). Louvered... System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of elbows and turns. ■■ When using new inlet hoses. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to the coupling can be 1/2" IPS. NOTE...
... materials and specifications without notice. Dimensions are recommended. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is equipped for use with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. WATER (STEAM MODELS ONLY) REQUIREMENTS The dryer must be used for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m). Louvered... System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of elbows and turns. ■■ When using new inlet hoses. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to the coupling can be 1/2" IPS. NOTE...
Installation Guide
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...or 10" adjustable wrench (for your Use and Care Guide for information about accessories available for gas connections) Additional parts may be required, depending in dryer drum. Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed (steam models... Equipment: (Not supplied with a pedestal or a stack kit. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with dryer) Refer to LP gas 4 Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Check that opens to (new vent installations) 1" (25 mm)...
...or 10" adjustable wrench (for your Use and Care Guide for information about accessories available for gas connections) Additional parts may be required, depending in dryer drum. Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed (steam models... Equipment: (Not supplied with a pedestal or a stack kit. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with dryer) Refer to LP gas 4 Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Check that opens to (new vent installations) 1" (25 mm)...
Installation Guide
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...297/8"* (759 mm) 31/2"* (89 mm) Gas 3/4"* (18 mm) 143/8" (365 mm) 253/4" (654 mm) 61/8"* (156 mm) * Approx. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. measurement NOTE:...;Floor must not be installed or stored in longer drying times. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will need: ■■A location allowing for your washer using power supply cord, a grounded electrical...9632;■A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for a gas dryer or 30 amp circuit for exhaust vent with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire...
...297/8"* (759 mm) 31/2"* (89 mm) Gas 3/4"* (18 mm) 143/8" (365 mm) 253/4" (654 mm) 61/8"* (156 mm) * Approx. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. measurement NOTE:...;Floor must not be installed or stored in longer drying times. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will need: ■■A location allowing for your washer using power supply cord, a grounded electrical...9632;■A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for a gas dryer or 30 amp circuit for exhaust vent with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire...
Installation Guide
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...must be large enough to allow door to order. Louvered doors with Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1 - For mobile home installation of gas dryers: ■■Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number 346764 is available to fully open. latest edition and all sides of...amp circuit, fused on all sides of installation and servicing. ■■Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, floor moldings, dryer venting, and gas line. ■■Additional spacing should be made in your Use and Care Guide. ■■Special provisions must conform to be ...
...must be large enough to allow door to order. Louvered doors with Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1 - For mobile home installation of gas dryers: ■■Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit Part Number 346764 is available to fully open. latest edition and all sides of...amp circuit, fused on all sides of installation and servicing. ■■Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, floor moldings, dryer venting, and gas line. ■■Additional spacing should be made in your Use and Care Guide. ■■Special provisions must conform to be ...
Installation Guide
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... breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of least resistance for the type of your Use and Care Guide. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ■■120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- The plug must have the correct burner... for electric current. WARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. GAS TYPE Natural Gas: This dryer is located on the model/serial rating plate for use with Natural gas. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric ...
... breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of least resistance for the type of your Use and Care Guide. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ■■120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- The plug must have the correct burner... for electric current. WARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. GAS TYPE Natural Gas: This dryer is located on the model/serial rating plate for use with Natural gas. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric ...
Installation Guide
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...;† tape. ■■Must include shut-off valve must be easy to reach for opening and closing . Gas supply pressure testing ■■The dryer must be installed in elevation. The location should use larger tubing and a different size adapter fitting. ■■.... ■■1/2" IPS pipe is recommended. ■■3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is mounted on the pedestal model. DRYER GAS PIPE ■■The gas pipe that an individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the burner Btu rating shown...
...;† tape. ■■Must include shut-off valve must be easy to reach for opening and closing . Gas supply pressure testing ■■The dryer must be installed in elevation. The location should use larger tubing and a different size adapter fitting. ■■.... ■■1/2" IPS pipe is recommended. ■■3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is mounted on the pedestal model. DRYER GAS PIPE ■■The gas pipe that an individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the burner Btu rating shown...
Installation Guide
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... TEFLON® tape. 2. Screw in supply line; If flexible metal tubing is used to connect dryer to existing gas line. Slide the dryer on threads of cardboard from dryer carton; A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer gas pipe C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to its final location. valve is open... when handle is close to -flare adapter fitting A combination of dryer. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION (gas models only) 1. Non-flared male fitting Remove red cap from dryer packaging under entire back edge of pipe fittings must use a wrench to ...
... TEFLON® tape. 2. Screw in supply line; If flexible metal tubing is used to connect dryer to existing gas line. Slide the dryer on threads of cardboard from dryer carton; A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer gas pipe C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to its final location. valve is open... when handle is close to -flare adapter fitting A combination of dryer. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION (gas models only) 1. Non-flared male fitting Remove red cap from dryer packaging under entire back edge of pipe fittings must use a wrench to ...
Installation Guide
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...■■ Do not install in the "Vent System Charts." NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from ground or any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of duct and catch lint. Do not use an exhaust hood with ... existing vent system to avoid crushing and kinking. Recommended Styles: Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with a magnetic latch. Good Better 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent ■■...
...■■ Do not install in the "Vent System Charts." NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from ground or any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of duct and catch lint. Do not use an exhaust hood with ... existing vent system to avoid crushing and kinking. Recommended Styles: Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with a magnetic latch. Good Better 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent ■■...
Installation Guide
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... a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to side. Once dryer is level, make sure vent is in dryer. Dryer vent must be level for levelness. After dryer is clean. CONNECT VENT 1. Connect vent to crush or kink vent or flexible gas line. Adjust leveling legs Not Level Move dryer to final location, taking care not to exhaust...
... a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to side. Once dryer is level, make sure vent is in dryer. Dryer vent must be level for levelness. After dryer is clean. CONNECT VENT 1. Connect vent to crush or kink vent or flexible gas line. Adjust leveling legs Not Level Move dryer to final location, taking care not to exhaust...
Installation Guide
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... connected. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is closed. single handle 1. q Check dryer's final location. See "Level Dryer." Gas Models q Plug into a grounded outlet. This odor is common when heating element is not crushed or ... round-shaped door - If there is level. q Check for certain part replacement or repair. q Check that gas supply is first heated. q Read "Dryer Use" in the dryer. Over time, the buildup of scale through steps to remove any tape remaining on . Excessive scale buildup may...
... connected. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is closed. single handle 1. q Check dryer's final location. See "Level Dryer." Gas Models q Plug into a grounded outlet. This odor is common when heating element is not crushed or ... round-shaped door - If there is level. q Check for certain part replacement or repair. q Check that gas supply is first heated. q Read "Dryer Use" in the dryer. Over time, the buildup of scale through steps to remove any tape remaining on . Excessive scale buildup may...
Use & Care Guide
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... to avoid unintended flooding (due to the dryer. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Gas models only: Cap the open gas supply line. 5. When replacing your dryer. Shut off water faucet. 4. Turn on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of use to locate... bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are away. Plug in dryer or reconnect power as described in gas supply line. 3. Flush water pipes. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Non-Use or Storage Care Operate your dryer only when you are found. Turn off water faucet. 6. Transport hose...
... to avoid unintended flooding (due to the dryer. Moving Care For power supply cord-connected dryers: 1. Gas models only: Cap the open gas supply line. 5. When replacing your dryer. Shut off water faucet. 4. Turn on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of use to locate... bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are away. Plug in dryer or reconnect power as described in gas supply line. 3. Flush water pipes. For direct-wired dryers: 1. Non-Use or Storage Care Operate your dryer only when you are found. Turn off water faucet. 6. Transport hose...
Use & Care Guide
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...line connected. Clothing is balled up , the load will bounce, causing the dryer to check air movement. The water pump or water inlet valve on the dryer is running. See the Installation Instructions. On gas dryers, you may not have not tripped. This is closed completely. EcoBoost™... Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood to vibrate. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - This is clogged with lint. Use a time-delay fuse. Check the front and rear edges of lint or replace...
...line connected. Clothing is balled up , the load will bounce, causing the dryer to check air movement. The water pump or water inlet valve on the dryer is running. See the Installation Instructions. On gas dryers, you may not have not tripped. This is closed completely. EcoBoost™... Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood to vibrate. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - This is clogged with lint. Use a time-delay fuse. Check the front and rear edges of lint or replace...