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ELECTRONIC
GAS DRYER
Use & Care Guide
In the U.S.A., for questions about features, operation/performance,
parts, accessories or service call:
1-800-253-1301
In Canada, for assistance, installation and service call: 1-800-807-6777
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SÉCHEUSE À GAZ
ÉLECTRONIQUE
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Pour assistance, installation ou service composez le :
1-800-807-6777
ou visitez notre site web à
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................3 SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ....................................................24 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................4 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION.............................................25 Tools and Parts ............................................................................4 Outillage et pièces..........................
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DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately DANG
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WA RNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the dryer. Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair Items contaminated wit
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For close-clearance installations between 28.65" (72.77 cm) and 34.15" (86.74 cm), see “Plan Vent System” section for Location Requirements venting requirements. WARNING 34.15" (86.74 cm) Explosion Hazard Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following) Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as that may be ordered by calling the dealer from whom you gasoline, away from dryer. purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the Place dryer at least 1
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Dryer Dimensions Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal 50¹⁄₂" 14" max.* (128.27 cm) (35.6 cm) 15" min.* (38.1 cm) 36" (91.4 cm) *28.65" 1" 27" 1" 1"* 28.65" 5"** (72.77 cm) 27" (2.5 cm) (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (72.77 cm) (12.7 cm) (68.6 cm) A B *Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting A. Recessed area Requirements.” B. Side view - closet or confined are
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Recommended installation spacing for recessed or Electrical Requirements closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. WARNING 2 48 in. * 2 (310 cm ) 3"* (7.6 cm) Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. 3"* (7.6 cm) 2 Do not use an extension cord. 24 in. * 1"* (2.5 cm) 2 (155 cm ) Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, *Required spacing fire, o
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Gas Supply Requirements Must include a shutoff valve: In the U.S.A.: WARNING An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. In Canada: An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Explosion Hazard Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. manual shutoff v
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Dryer gas pipe If this is a new vent system The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer Vent material has a ³⁄₈" male pipe thread. Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. 4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended. B *6¼" (15.9 cm) 4" 1½" 10.2 cm A (3.8 cm) 4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent A. ½" NPT gas supply line B. ³⁄₈" NPT dryer pipe DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchase
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Exhaust Optional exhaust installations Recommended hood styles are shown here. B WARNING A 4" (10.2 cm) 4" Fire Hazard (10.2 cm) Cover unused exhaust holes with the following kit: A. Louvered hood style B. Box hood style 279818 (white) The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable. Contact your local dealer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, 4" (10.2 cm) fire, electrical shock, or serious injury. This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side,
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Over-the-Top Installation: Vent system chart NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have a 90º turn Part Number 4396028 inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent 90º turn to the chart. mismatch): Number of Type of Box or Angled Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) 90º turns vent louvered hoods mismatch or elbows hoods Part Number 4396011 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm) 0 Rigid metal 6
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3. Examine the leveling legs. Find the diamond marking. A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect the dryer to the existing gas line. Shown is a recommended connection. Your connection may be different, according to the supply line type, size and location. 4. Screw the legs into the leg holes by hand. Use a wrench to finish turning the legs until the diamond marking is no longer visible. D 5. Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under each of the 2 dryer back corner
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Reverse Door Swing You can change your door swing from a right-side opening to a Reverse hinge left-side opening, if desired. 1. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove 2 plug strips 1. Place a towel or soft cloth on top of the dryer or work space from the inner door. Slide the head of the screwdriver under to protect the surface. the plugs, being certain not to scratch the inner door surface. Lift up. Remove the door assembly 1. Remove the 4 screws that hold the door hinge on the fr
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7. Reassemble the inner and outer door assemblies with the 6screws. Complete Installation 1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped. 2. Check that you have all of your tools. 3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. 4. Check the dryer’s final location. Be sure the vent is not crushed or kinked. 5. Check that the dryer is level. See “Level Dryer.” WARNING Reverse the strike 1. Use a small flat-blade scre
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DRYER USE Starting Your Dryer WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Fire Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as No washer can completely remove oil. gasoline, away from dryer. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on Do not dry anything that has ever had anything it (including cooking oils). flammable on it (even after washing). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, on a clothesline or by using an
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Adjust Dryness and/or Options. NOTE: Dryness level selections can be made only while Lock Controls using Auto Cycles. Selecting More Dry, Normal or Less This feature allows you to lock your settings to avoid unintended Dry automatically adjusts the sensed time needed. use of the dryer. You can also use the control lock feature to avoid unintended cycle or option changes during dryer operation. To enable the control lock feature: Press and hold END OF CYCLE SIGNAL button for 3 seconds. T
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In a Manual Cycle, if a wet item is not detected within Casual 5 minutes, the Sensing light will turn off and the Damp light Use this cycle to get Low heat for drying no-iron fabrics such as will turn on. sport shirts, casual business clothes and permanent press blends. Wet The WET light will turn on when a wet item has been detected in Delicate the dryer. The Wet light will remain on until: Use this cycle to get Low heat for drying synthetic fabrics, washable knit fabrics and no-iron fi
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Manual Preset Cycle Settings When using Air Only Check that coverings are securely stitched. Manual Cycles Temp. Default Time Load Type (Minutes) Shake and fluff pillows by hand periodically during the cycle. Dry item completely. Foam rubber pillows are slow to dry. TIMED DRY High* 40 Heavyweight, bulky items, NOTE: Auto Cycles are not available when you are using the Air bedspreads, work clothes Only setting. QUICK DRY Medium 27 End of Cycle Signal Small loads The End of Cycle Signal pr
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To use the drying rack Do not remove the lint screen. DRYER CARE 1. Open dryer door. Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. WARNING A A. Front edge 2. Place drying rack inside dryer drum, positioning the back wire on the ledge of the inner dryer back panel. Push down on front edge of drying rack to secure over the lint screen. B Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
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To wash 1. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Removing Accumulated Lint 2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water. From Inside the Dryer Cabinet 3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent. Scrub Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup. on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified person. From the Exhaust Vent Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often, depending on dryer
