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Gas Dryer Installation Instructions
Canadian Electric Dryer Installation Instructions
Instructions pour l’installation de la sécheuse à gaz
(É.-U. et Canada) et électrique (Canada uniquement)
Table of Contents Table des matières
DRYER SAFETY ................................................................2 SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ....................................... 17
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ....................................4 EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION ............................
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DRYER SAFETY 2
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IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 3
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Tools needed for gas installations: Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed for all installations: 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas connections) Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas Wire stripper (direct wire Tin snips (new vent Parts supplied (all models): installations) installations) Leveling legs (4) 1/4" nut driver Vent clamps (r
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DRYER DIMENSIONS LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Front view: 27" (686 mm) 3 35 /8" (899 mm) You will need: 1" ■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. (25 mm) See “Venting Requirements.” ■ If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet Side view: located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer. 29" See “Electrical Requirements.” (736 mm) ■ Floor must support dryer weight of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). Also consider weight of companion appliance. ■ Cold water faucets located w
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Back view: Closet installation (dryer only): 1 6 /4" (159 mm) 3" 34" recommended (76 mm) Electric 2 (864 mm) 48 in. 2 (310 cm ) 18" min. (457 mm) 1 28 /8" (715 mm) 2 24 in. 1 2 3 /2" (155 cm ) 3" 4" (89 mm) (76 mm) (102 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 14" (358 mm) Cabinet installation (dryer only): NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.” IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where 7" it w
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Closet Installation (stacked washer and dryer): ELECTRIC DRYER 6" POWER HOOKUP – CANADA ONLY (152 mm) ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 3" (76 mm) 2 48 in. 2 71" (310 cm ) (1803 mm) 2 1 24 in. 5 /2" 2 (155 cm ) (140 mm) 3" (76 mm) 1" 1" (25 mm) It is your responsibility: (25 mm) ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in Custom under counter installation (dryer only): conformance with Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1 – latest edition a
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GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Electrical Shock Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Install a shut-off valve. Do not remove ground prong. Securely tighten all gas connections. Do not use an adapter. If connected to LP, have a quali�ed person make sure Do not use an extension cord. gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 mm) water Failure to follow these instructi
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GAS SUPPLY LINE GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS ■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible ■ Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, connection to the dryer. as needed to avoid kinking. ®† E ■ Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON tape. C ■ This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a A listed flexible gas connec
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Exhaust hoods: VENTING ■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that VENTING REQUIREMENTS may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). Recommended Styles: Louvered Hood Box Hood Acceptable Style: WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Angled Hood IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, Elbows: chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed
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Optional exhaust installations: PLAN VENT SYSTEM Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. Alternate installations for close clearances If you prefer, dryer may be converted to exhaust out right side, Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best left side (all models except WGD9051Y), or through bottom. for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. You must conta
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Determine vent path: INSTALL VENT SYSTEM ■ Select route that will provide straightest and most direct path outdoors. 1. Install exhaust hood ■ Plan installation to use fewest number of elbows and turns. 12" min. ■ When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room (305 mm) as possible. ■ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. ■ Use as few 90° turns as possible. Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance: 12" min. (305 mm) ■ Use the following “Vent System Charts” t
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A 2. Screw in leveling legs 2. Plan pipe fitting connection D diamond marking A C B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting Examine leveling legs, find diamond marking. Screw legs into A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect dryer leg holes by hand, use a wrench to finish turning legs until to existing gas line. A recommended connection is shown. diamond marking is no longer visible. Your connection ma
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Attach long hose to “Y” 2. Attach short hose and “Y” connector 4. connector and tighten couplings Fig. A Fig. B If space permits, attach the brass female end of the “Y” connector to the cold water faucet. See figure A. One end of the long hose has a wire mesh strainer inside the If “Y” connector cannot be attached directly to the cold water coupling. Attach this end to the “Y” connector. Attach washer faucet, the short hose must be used. See figure B. Attach cold inlet hose to other side
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Move dryer to final location Turn on cold water faucet 2. 6. Check that the water faucets are turned on. Move dryer to final location. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. After dryer is in place, remove cardboard from under dryer. Check for leaks 7. LEVEL DRYER Level Dryer 1. Place level here Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucets, and hoses. CONNECT VENT Check levelness of dryer from side to side. Repeat from 1. Connect vent to exhaust outlet front to back. NOTE: The dryer must be lev
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All Models: Adjust leveling legs 2. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start dryer. Do not q select Air Only Temperature setting. If dryer will not start, check the following: • Contr ols ar e set in a running or “On” position. • Start button has been pushed firmly . • Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply is connected. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or cir cuit br eaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is closed. This dryer automatically ru
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SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE 17
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EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION Outils nécessaires aux installations au gaz : OUTILLAGE ET PIÈCES Rassembler les outils et composants nécessaires avant d’entreprendre l’installation. Outils nécessaires pour toutes les installations : Clé à tuyau de 8" ou 10" Clé à molette de 8" ou 10" (pour le raccordement au gaz) Tournevis à lame plate Tournevis Phillips n° 2 Composé d’étanchéité des raccords filetés – résistant au gaz propane Pince à dénuder les fils Cisaille de ferblantier (pour les installat
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DIMENSIONS DE LA SÉCHEUSE Pièces nécessaires : (Non fourni avec la sécheuse) Consulter les codes locaux. Vérifier l’alimentation électrique et Vue de face : 27" le circuit d’évacuation existants. Voir “Spécifications électriques” (686 mm) et “Exigences concernant l’évacuation” avant d’acheter les pièces. Vérifier les exigences des codes. Certains codes limitent ou n’autorisent pas l’installation des sécheuses dans un garage, un placard, une maison mobile ou une chambre à coucher. Conta
