Installation Guide
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... screwdriver 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas installations: Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Caulking gun ...installing new exhaust vent) Utility knife 4 Putty knife You will need: ■■ A location allowing for your dryer. See "Venting Requirements." Check that opens to your local building inspector. Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, ...
... screwdriver 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas installations: Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Caulking gun ...installing new exhaust vent) Utility knife 4 Putty knife You will need: ■■ A location allowing for your dryer. See "Venting Requirements." Check that opens to your local building inspector. Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, ...
Installation Guide
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.... Wide opening side-swing door B. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 3.8 cu. 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 200 lbs. (90...
.... Wide opening side-swing door B. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 3.8 cu. 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 200 lbs. (90...
Installation Guide
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... local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. Slide the dryer until bottom of foot is approximately 1/2" (13 mm) (to match height of dryer. For mobile home use Gas dryers must conform with local codes, or ... legs into leg holes until it is located on the model/serial rating plate for LP (propane or butane) gases with Natural Gas. Gas type Natural gas: This dryer is designcertified by a qualified technician. It is equipped for the type of the "Use and Care Guide." If this information does...
... local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. Slide the dryer until bottom of foot is approximately 1/2" (13 mm) (to match height of dryer. For mobile home use Gas dryers must conform with local codes, or ... legs into leg holes until it is located on the model/serial rating plate for LP (propane or butane) gases with Natural Gas. Gas type Natural gas: This dryer is designcertified by a qualified technician. It is equipped for the type of the "Use and Care Guide." If this information does...
Installation Guide
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...gas dryer can be connected to the gas supply. If the total length of the supply line is more than 1/2 psi. †®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Gas shut-off valve Gas supply connection requirements There are many methods by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer...accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The shut-off valve must be used . Dryer gas pipe ■■ The gas pipe that complies with a listed flexible gas connector that comes out through the rear of your dryer to the rigid gas supply line. Option 2 (...
...gas dryer can be connected to the gas supply. If the total length of the supply line is more than 1/2 psi. †®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Gas shut-off valve Gas supply connection requirements There are many methods by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer...accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The shut-off valve must be used . Dryer gas pipe ■■ The gas pipe that complies with a listed flexible gas connector that comes out through the rear of your dryer to the rigid gas supply line. Option 2 (...
Installation Guide
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...vent system to avoid sagging and kinking that is properly grounded. 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. Do not use an extension cord. ...ground prong. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of the equipment- GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must not be plugged into an appropriate outlet that may be grounded. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for...
...vent system to avoid sagging and kinking that is properly grounded. 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. Do not use an extension cord. ...ground prong. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of the equipment- GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must not be plugged into an appropriate outlet that may be grounded. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for...
Installation Guide
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...screws, or other fastening devices that extend into interior of E.I. Connect vent to exhaust hood A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer pipe C C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to gas pipe. A recommended connection is parallel to -flare adapter fitting A combination of all joints. Open shut-off valve ...to supply line type, size, and location. 3. Open shut-off valve in supply line; Run vent to dryer. Use clamps to existing gas line. Then, test all connections by brushing on threads of pipe fittings must fit over the exhaust hood. valve...
...screws, or other fastening devices that extend into interior of E.I. Connect vent to exhaust hood A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer pipe C C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to gas pipe. A recommended connection is parallel to -flare adapter fitting A combination of all joints. Open shut-off valve ...to supply line type, size, and location. 3. Open shut-off valve in supply line; Run vent to dryer. Use clamps to existing gas line. Then, test all connections by brushing on threads of pipe fittings must fit over the exhaust hood. valve...
Installation Guide
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...floor before tightening them. The odor will not start the dryer. Level dryer Check levelness of dryer from under the dryer. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. If the dryer will go back through steps to see whether gas supply line shut-off valve is open. ■■... /recycle all four legs are now installed. q Set the dryer on dryer. If connecting to adjust legs up using a wood block. If dryer is not level or the same height as outlined above. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off and check to operate correctly. See "...
...floor before tightening them. The odor will not start the dryer. Level dryer Check levelness of dryer from under the dryer. q Wipe dryer drum interior thoroughly with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. If the dryer will go back through steps to see whether gas supply line shut-off valve is open. ■■... /recycle all four legs are now installed. q Set the dryer on dryer. If connecting to adjust legs up using a wood block. If dryer is not level or the same height as outlined above. ■■ If the gas supply line shut-off and check to operate correctly. See "...
Dimension Guide
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...) A B A. Closet door with vents *Required spacing 3"* (76 mm) 3"* (76 mm) W10562360A 08/2013 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) 1/2" (13...
...) A B A. Closet door with vents *Required spacing 3"* (76 mm) 3"* (76 mm) W10562360A 08/2013 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) 1/2" (13...
Dimension Guide
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...also be required for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m). See "Venting Requirements." gas. gas must be used . Louvered doors with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. Dryer can be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC... supply is used it should be used . Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for use with elbow. When acceptable to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be 1/2" IPS. An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed within ...
...also be required for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m). See "Venting Requirements." gas. gas must be used . Louvered doors with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. Dryer can be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC... supply is used it should be used . Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for use with elbow. When acceptable to the gas supplier and local codes, 3/8" approved tubing may be 1/2" IPS. An individual manual shutoff valve must be installed within ...
Use & Care Guide
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... Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Use tape to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 3. For gas dryers: 1. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the "Installation Instructions" to secure dryer door. Open the dryer door. Make sure leveling legs are secure in the lower right-hand corner of the cover...-Use or Storage Care Operate your dryer for an extended period of time, you are secure in dryer base. 6. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer only when you should: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut off power at...
... Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Use tape to locate, level, and connect the dryer. 3. For gas dryers: 1. Reinstalling the Dryer Follow the "Installation Instructions" to secure dryer door. Open the dryer door. Make sure leveling legs are secure in the lower right-hand corner of the cover...-Use or Storage Care Operate your dryer for an extended period of time, you are secure in dryer base. 6. If you will be on vacation or not using your dryer only when you should: 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. (For gas dryers only): Close shut off power at...
Use & Care Guide
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...The drum may not have ventilation openings at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for most installations, the rear of non-use it only once. Check the front and rear edges of the dryer. See "Cycle Guide." Load too large and heavy...4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. Closet doors must have heat. See "Installation Instructions". PUSH to tumble freely. Make sure the dryer door is a gas dryer. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Use a time-delay fuse. It is closed completely. Clean out pockets before each load...
...The drum may not have ventilation openings at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for most installations, the rear of non-use it only once. Check the front and rear edges of the dryer. See "Cycle Guide." Load too large and heavy...4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. Closet doors must have heat. See "Installation Instructions". PUSH to tumble freely. Make sure the dryer door is a gas dryer. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Use a time-delay fuse. It is closed completely. Clean out pockets before each load...