Whirlpool 8535845 installation instructions Level dryer, Make gas connection, Exhaust dryer

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D. Level dryer

manual shutoff valve “open”

Turn and reattach outer door panel to

Dryer must be level to reduce noise and assure proper performance.

Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard before moving across floor to prevent floor damage.

to dryer

position”

rigid gas

supply line

inner door panel so handle is on the side where hinges were just removed. Be careful to keep cardboard spacer centered between inner and outer doors.

Move dryer close to its permanent location. Leave enough room to connect exhaust vent. Remove cardboard or hardboard from under dryer

Turn the shutoff valve in the gas supply line to the “open” position.

Use a brush and liquid detergent to test all external gas connections for leaks. Bubbles around connections will indicate a leak. If a leak appears, shut off gas valve controls and tighten connections. Then check connections again.

Attach door hinge to door so large part of hinge slot is at bottom of hinge.

Carefully remove 4 hinge hole plugs

(C)on left side of cabinet. Insert plugs into hinge holes (B) on right side of cabinet.

Insert screws in bottom holes on left side of cabinet. Tighten screws halfway. Position door

so large end of door

hinge slot is over screws. Slide door up so screws are in bottom of slots. Tighten screws. Insert and tighten top screws in hinges.

Remove door strike (D) from cabinet. Remove door strike plug (E). Insert door strike in new hole and secure with screw. Insert door strike plug in original door strike hole and secure with screw.

Slowly close door and check that door strike aligns with door catch (F). If door does not close completely, slide door catch left or right within slot until strike snaps into catch.

Check levelness of dryer by placing a level on top of dryer, first side to side, then front to back. If dryer is not level, adjust dryer legs up or down.

If legs are not long enough to level dryer, order Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 279810 (sold two legs per kit), from your dealer.

E. Make gas connection

Remove the red cap from the gas pipe.

Connect gas supply to dryer. Use pipe-joint compound resistant to the action of L.P. gas for gas connections. If flexible metal tubing is used, be certain there are no kinks.

F. Exhaust dryer

4" clamp

4" clamp

Using a 4-inch clamp, connect exhaust vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to existing exhaust vent, make sure the vent is clean.

The dryer exhaust vent must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet and inside the exhaust hood.

Make sure exhaust vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4-inch clamp.

Move dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink exhaust vent. Make sure dryer is level.

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Contents Have questions about your dryer? Set to operate on Natural GASIt is your responsibility to Your safety and the safety of others are very importantFor proper drying performance What to do if YOU Smell GASParts needed for installation Venting systemCloset/confined area installation DimensionsDoor clearance Recommended ground method Electrical RequirementsGas supply Observe ALL Governing Codes and OrdinancesBurner input requirements Natural GasSupply line requirements Dryer must be fastened to the floor Mobile home installation requirementsDryer must be exhausted outside Preferred Plan the exhaust vent installationDetermine vent length AcceptablePrepare the dryer Installation stepsInstall vent system Changing door swingMake gas connection Level dryerExhaust dryer Dura Safe Check operationMoving dryer to a new location? Whirlpool CorporationInstrucciones de instalación Para funcionar con GAS NaturalEs su responsabilidad Para el debido funcionamiento de la secadoraQUÉ Hacer SI HAY Olor a GAS Campana exterior de salida de aire Sistema de salida de aireLas instalaciones en casas móviles o rodantes requieren Dimensiones de los espacios para la puerta Si se instala una puerta para el closetMétodo recomendado de puesta a tierra Suministro de gasObserve Todos LOS Códigos Y Reglamentos Aplicables Requisitos de entrada del quemador Gas naturalGas licuado Propano líquido/L.P Requisitos de la línea de suministroExterior de salida de Requisitos del Sistema de salida De aireRequisitos de instalación en una casa móvil o rodante La secadora debe fijarse al pisoPreferido Determine la longitud del conductoAceptable Prepare la secadora Etapas de la InstalaciónInstale el sistema de salida de aire Para invertir el sentido de la apertura de la puertaNivelación de la secadora Puerta lateral superanchaSalida de aire de la secadora Conexión del gasVerifique el funcionamiento ¿Va a trasladar de lugar la secadora? Los conjuntos facilitan la instalación