Whirlpool W10388779A-SP Manual Do Utilizador

Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting 

 

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between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe,  

as needed to avoid kinking.

Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON

 

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 tape.

This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a 

 

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listed flexible gas connector that complies with the standard 

for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.

A. 1/2" NPT gas supply line

B. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe

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" (460 mm) from  

the floor.

 

1/2" IPS pipe is recommended.

 

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3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for 

 

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lengths under 20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier 

permit. 

If you are using Natural gas, do not use copper tubing.

 

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Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and  

 

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a different size adapter fitting.

If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8" LP 

 

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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.
NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of LP gas 

must be used. Do not use TEFLON

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tape.

Must include shut-off valve

 

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An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within  

six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National 

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The location should be easy to 

reach for opening and closing. 

An individual manual shut-off 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) ft. (1.8 m) of 

the dryer. The location should be easy to reach for opening 

and closing. 

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.

IMPORTANT: Conversion must be made by a qualified 

technician.

No attempt shall be made to convert the dryer from the gas 

specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different 

gas without consulting your gas company.

Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible 

 

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for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas 

connection to the dryer. 

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company.

To avoid damaging floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard 

from dryer carton; place under entire back edge of dryer. 

Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay 

dryer down on cardboard.

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

 

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of the burner Btu 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.

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

 

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has a 3/8" male pipe thread.