Whirlpool WGD9400S User Manual
10
Dryer gas pipe
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The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a
3
/
8
" male pipe thread.
A.
1
/
2
" NPT gas supply line
B.
3
/
8
" NPT dryer pipe
A
B
*6¼"
(159 mm)
(159 mm)
1½"
(38 mm)
(38 mm)
*NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe
height must be an additional 10" (254 mm) or 15.5" (394 mm)
from the floor, depending on the pedestal model. For a garage
installation, the gas pipe height must be an additional
18" (457 mm) from the floor.
from the floor, depending on the pedestal model. For a garage
installation, the gas pipe height must be an additional
18" (457 mm) from the floor.
Make Gas Connection
1. Remove the red cap from the gas pipe.
2. Using a wrench to tighten, connect the gas supply to the dryer.
Use pipe-joint compound on the threads of all non-flared male
fittings. If flexible metal tubing is used, be sure there are no kinks.
fittings. If flexible metal tubing is used, be sure there are no kinks.
A
B
A. Flared male fitting
B. Non-flared male fitting
B. Non-flared male fitting
NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must use pipe-joint
compound resistant to the action of LP gas. Do not use
TEFLON
compound resistant to the action of LP gas. Do not use
TEFLON
®†
†
®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.
tape.
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.
to the existing gas line. Shown is a recommended connection.
Your connection may be different, according to the supply line
type, size and location.
A.
3
/
8
" flexible gas
connector
B.
3
/
8
" dryer pipe
C.
3
/
8
" to
3
/
8
" pipe elbow
D.
3
/
8
" pipe-to-flare
adapter fitting
A
B
C
D
3. Open the shutoff valve in the supply line. The valve is open when
the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.
A. Closed valve
B. Open valve
B. Open valve
A
B
4. Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive
leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any
leak found.
Electrical Requirements
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
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120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. It is also recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this dryer be provided.
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. It is also recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this dryer be provided.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with
the dryer: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with
the dryer: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.