Whirlpool WGD5700V User Manual

The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer 

 

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has a 3/8" male pipe thread.

The design of this dryer is certified by CSA International for 

 

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use at altitudes up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m), above sea level at 

the B.T.U. rating indicated on the model/serial number plate. 

Burner input adjustments are not required when the dryer is 

operated up to this elevation.

When installed above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m) a 4% reduction  

 

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of the burner B.T.U. rating shown on the model/serial  

number plate is required for each 1,000 ft. (305 m)  

increase in elevation.

The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping 

 

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system during pressure testing at pressures greater than  

1/2 psi.

 To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE 

EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,  

chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space  

of a building. 

Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure 

 

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exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid heavy metal 

 

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vent or flexible metal vent.

Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if 

 

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necessary to achieve the best drying performance. Only rigid 

or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.

Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

 

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4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be 

 

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used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.

DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased by calling 

the toll-free number. For further information, please reference 

the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Dryer User 

Instructions.”

For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are 

 

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recommended.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and 

 

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kinking.

Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for 

 

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cleaning.