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Btu Requirements For This Dryer? Need To Tell Gas Company.

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Ventilation Specification - Page 1

...and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. Post the following warning in the vicinity of this manual and on your local gas supplier. ® DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS 1 DRYER SAFETY...1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS...

Ventilation Specification - Page 3

...or similarly textured rubber-like materials. ■ Clean lint screen before using the dryer. ■ Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in the absence of local... of the dryer and exhaust vent should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel. ■ See installation instructions for grounding requirements. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be...

Ventilation Specification - Page 4

... follow these codes may also apply to multi-dryer vent systems. There are other codes requiring dryers to be exhausted when installed in the design of lint accumulated in the dryer, heat is generated to vaporize the water. To meet codes requirements. 2. To remove moisture from laundry area. Codes Requirements The following guidelines should be considered in...

Ventilation Specification - Page 5

... Dryer Closet Installations Closets used . (The total vent system length includes all Whirlpool gas dryer models are some requirements for examples of three different multiple dryer ...laundry stores and in which the Installation Instructions do not address the vent length for the specific number of elbows required for a particular application, the following calculations may be used for dryer...

Owners Manual - Page 2

... menu prompts. These pedestals will help , follow the instructions below. If you need replacement parts If you can write to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies. These parts will need to the total height of the dryer for this dryer. Call the Whirlpool Customer eXperience Center toll free: 1-800-253-1301 or visit...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...results than those without. 100% cotton items may require additional touching up after the Steam Cycle. ■ Use of Residential Clothes Dryers Automatic Preset Cycle Settings NOTE: Not all cycles ...results, do not seem as dry as towels, bedding, children's clothing, or other items needing to eliminate 99.9% of medium weight items where improved energy is desired CASUAL Permanent press, ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... Light will come on while the water is sprayed into the dryer drum after several minutes of 40 minutes. NOTE: Results may ...other cycles will remain "ON" the next time that require drying without . Only the Medium and High temperature ...bulky items, bedspreads, work clothes TOUCH UP Helps to complete drying, if needed . Type of drying time and a drying temperature. pillows, padded bras, ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

...or not using your dryer for your clothes, or cause the dryer to the dryer. See "Venting Requirements." Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care Install and store your dryer where it becomes ... residue buildup. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can increase drying time. Roll lint off the screen with your load is located in dryer. Wipe drum thoroughly with...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...a Whirlpool designated service company. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is required to obtain service under ...apply to parts or systems resulting from warranty coverage. 4. Repairs to you need it was purchased. Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase...

Warranty - Page 1

.... Proof of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limitation may...section or by a Whirlpool designated service company. You will pay for Factory Specified ...this major appliance was purchased. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from ...of the Use & Care Guide. If you ever need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... dryer if installing on a pedestal. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for gas connections) Parts supplied Non-Steam Models 4 Leveling legs Remove parts package from dryer ...leveling legs supplied with any tools listed here. Parts needed Check local codes. Remove parts package from dryer drum. Optional Equipment Refer to the "Assistance or...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... be exposed to water and/or weather. Location Requirements Dryer Dimensions D A B C You will need to place the dryer at least 18" (460 mm) above the floor. See "Venting Requirements." ■ A separate 15 or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers and 30-amp circuit needed for electric dryers. ■ If you will need ■ A location that allows for the exhaust vent...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... 1/2" (800 mm) F** 5" (127 mm) 5" (127 mm) *Required spacing **For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 mm) spacing is allowed. Dryer only A B C* D E* Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A 0" (0 mm) 0" (0 mm) B 38" (965 mm) 38" (965 mm) C* 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) D 27" (686 mm) 27" (686 mm) E* 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) *Required spacing NOTE: Some models are not...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

.... 24 in.2 * (155 cm2) 3"* (76 mm) 6"* (152 mm) 1"* (25 mm) 76" (1930 mm) A* 1" 27" 1" (25 mm) (686 mm) (25 mm) Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A* 5 ½" (140 mm) 5" (127 mm) *Required spacing NOTE: Some models are required. For gas dryers ■ Mobile Home Installation Kit Part Number 346764. Recommended installation spacing for cabinet...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to flare adapter fitting D C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. Burner input requirements Elevations above 10,000 ft (3,048 m): ■ When installed above 10,000 ft (3,048 m) a 4% reduction of the burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

.... Remove the red cap from the floor. Electrical Requirements WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an appropriate outlet that a separate circuit serving only this dryer be plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not use an extension cord. This dryer is recommended. Dryer gas pipe ■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of the...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

...12" (305 mm) from the ground or any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or...exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.). 11 If this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Do not use a plastic vent. B 4" C (... lint from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Service. VENTING Venting Requirements WARNING Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use...

Installation Instructions - Page 13

...dryer. Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with 4" (102 mm) clamp. 3. Determine vent length and elbows needed...3 Rigid metal 35 ft (10.7 m) 29 ft (8.8 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft (8.2 m) 21 ft (6.4 m) Install Vent System 1. Secure vent to the ...venting requirements that extend into the interior of the dryer. 2....crush or kink vent. 3. (On gas models) Check that the vent is no...

Installation Instructions - Page 14

.... This dryer automatically runs an installation diagnostic routine at bottom of lime scale may lead to the coupling can result. 11. Attach other end of small hose. If there is closed. Electric Models Only 9. A A. Damage to the need for leaks. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. Check that gas supply is...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

...details, see Installation Instructions packed with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. Duet Steam and Non-Steam Electronic Gas Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WGD9450W, WGD9470W, WGD9550W, WGD9600T, WGD9750W Gas supply: This dryer is equipped for use plastic or metal foil vet. Dryer can result. Angled hood (acceptable) The vent system chart provides venting requirments that will need.

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