Hotpoint NLL113 Preparing to install your dryer, Operating Instructions Safety

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Instructions

Preparing to install your dryer.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

WARNING

Operating Instructions Safety

This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors using only rigid metal or flexible metal 4diameter ductwork for inside the dryer cabinet or exhausting.

Never use plastic or other combustible ductwork. See Exhausting section.

This appliance must be properly grounded and installed as described in these Installation Instructions.

Do not install or store appliance in an area where it will be exposed to water/weather. See Location of Your Dryer section.

The National Fuel Gas code restricts installations of gas appliances in garages. They must be 18(45.7 cm) off the ground and protected from vehicles by a barrier. See Location of Your Dryer section.

The electrical service to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

The gas service to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances or the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1.

The gas dryer is designed under ANSI Z 21.5.1 for home use only. This dryer is not recommended for commercial applications such as restaurants or beauty salons, etc.

Tips Installation Instructions

Tools and Materials Required for Dryer Installation

‰ Phillips head screwdriver

‰ Rigid or flexible metal 4(10.2 cm) duct

‰ Adjustable pliers

‰ Vent hood

‰ Carpenter’s level

‰ Pipe thread sealer (GAS DRYER)

‰Flat or straight blade screwdriver

‰Duct tape

Preparing the Installation Site and Unpacking the Dryer

Consumer Support Troubleshooting

1 Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of the new dryer.

2 Check to be sure that the existing external exhaust is clean and that it meets attached installation specifications.

3 Using the four shipping carton corner posts as padding (two on each side), carefully lay the dryer on its left side and remove foam shipping pad.

Foam shipping pad

Packing

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CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not use the control panel as a means to pick up or move the dryer.

Return the dryer to an upright position.

Move the dryer to the desired location.

Connect the external exhaust.

Adjust the leveling legs to match the washer height. The dryer must be level and rest firmly on all four leveling legs.

Connect the power supply.

Check the operation of the power supply and venting.

Place the Owner’s Manual and the Installation Instructions in a location where they will be noticed by the owner.

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