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It is also recommended that a separate circuit serving only this
dryer be provided.
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.
Gas Supply Requirements
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 mm) water
column.
gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 mm) water
column.
Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Gas Type
Natural Gas:
This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is design-certified
by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with
appropriate conversion.
by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with
appropriate conversion.
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Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in
your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate in
the door well of your dryer. If this information does not agree
with the type of gas available, contact your dealer or call the
phone numbers referenced on the front page of this manual.
your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate in
the door well of your dryer. If this information does not agree
with the type of gas available, contact your dealer or call the
phone numbers referenced on the front page of this manual.
LP gas conversion:
Conversion must be made by a qualified technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas
specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different gas
without consulting your gas company. For information on ordering
an LP conversion kit, please refer to the “Assistance or Service”
section. Ask for Part Number 49572.
specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different gas
without consulting your gas company. For information on ordering
an LP conversion kit, please refer to the “Assistance or Service”
section. Ask for Part Number 49572.
Gas Supply Line:
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Must include
1
/
8
"
NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for
test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas
connection to the dryer (see illustration).
connection to the dryer (see illustration).
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1
/
2
" IPS pipe is recommended.
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3
/
8
" approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for
lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier
permit.
permit.
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If you are using Natural gas, do not use copper tubing.
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3
/
8
" flare x
3
/
8
" NPT adapter fitting between dryer pipe and
3
/
8
"
approved tubing.
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Lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and a
different size adapter fitting.
different size adapter fitting.
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If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas,
3
/
8
" LP
compatible copper tubing can be used. If the total length of the
supply line is more than 20 ft (6.1 m), use larger pipe.
supply line is more than 20 ft (6.1 m), use larger pipe.
NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of LP gas
must be used. Do not use TEFLON
must be used. Do not use TEFLON
®†
tape.
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Must include a shutoff valve:
In the U.S.A.:
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.
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
Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual
manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of
the dryer.
accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual
manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of
the dryer.
The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.
A
B
E
D
C
A.
3
/
8
"
flexible gas connector
B.
3
/
8
" pipe to flare adapter fitting
C.
1
/
8
" NPT minimum plugged tapping
D.
1
/
2
" NPT gas supply line
E. Gas shutoff valve
Gas supply connection requirements
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Use an elbow and a
3
/
8
" flare x
3
/
8
" NPT adapter fitting
between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as
needed to avoid kinking.
needed to avoid kinking.
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Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON
®†
†
®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.
tape.
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This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a
listed flexible gas connector that complies with the standard
for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.
listed flexible gas connector that complies with the standard
for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.