Whirlpool L-63 manual

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A.This installation must conform with American National Standard, National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 - 1984, and local codes and ordinances.

B.Input ratings shown on the rating plate (serial tag) are for elevations up to 2,000 feet, ratings should be reduced at a rate of 4% for each 1,000 feet above sea level.

C.Check that this dryer is equipped with the correct burner for the particular type of gas in the home. Burner information will be found on the rating plate in the door well of the appliance.

D.This dryer is equipped to be used with NATURAL GAS, certified by A.G.A., and for manufactured mixed and L.P. gases with appropriate conversion. No attempt shall be made to convert appliances from the gas specified on the rating plate for use with different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician. Gas conversion kit part numbers are listed on the gas valve burner base.

E.Provide a gas supply line to the dryer location. When rigid pipe is used, it should be 1/2 inch IPS. When acceptable to the gas supplier, 3/8 inch-approved tubing may be used for lengths under 20 feet. For lengths over 20 feet, larger tubing should be used. Pipe-joint compounds resistant to the action of L.P. gas must be used.

F.The supply line should be equipped with a shut-off valve. This valve should be in a location that allows ease of opening and closing. Do Not block access to the shut-off valve.

G.If the dryer is installed in a confined area, such as a bedroom or closet, it must be exhausted to the outside and provisions made for enough air for combustion and ventilation. (Check covering codes and ordinances.) Also refer to Recessed or closet installations.

H.If local codes permit, it is recommended that flexible metal tubing, design-certified by the American Gas Association, be used for connecting the appliance to the gas supply line. (The gas pipe which extends through the lower rear of the appliance has 3/8 inch male pipe thread.)

I.If rigid pipe is used as a gas supply line, a combination of pipe fittings must be used to obtain an in- line connection to the dryer.

J.Make sure the lower edges of the cabinet, plus the back and bottom sides of the dryer are free of obstructions to permit adequate clearance of air openings for combustion. See Recessed or closet installations for minimum spacing requirements.

K.For ease of installation, operation and servicing adequate space should be provided around the dryer.

L.An 1/8 inch, NPT plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer. The dryer and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/ psig (3.45 Kpa). The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system, closing its individual manual shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures of equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).

Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

M.The dryer wiring diagram is located behind the lower front access panel. Close the access panel after servicing. Do Not operate the dryer with the access panel open.

N.If the dryer will not operate, check the following to be sure that:

a.Electric supply is connected.

b.Fuse is intact and tight.

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Contents Electric & GAS Dryers Introduction Table of Contents Section Four Page Electrical Requirements Electrical Requirements for Gas DryersElectrical Shock Hazard Recommended Grounding MethodElectrical Requirements for Electric Dryers Electrical ConnectionGrounding Instructions Page Exhaust Requirements for Gas and Electric Dryers Fire Hazard Gas Requirements for Gas Dryers Page Recessed and Closet Installation Instructions Potential Fire HazardConsole Timer Control Section TWOElectronic Dry-Miser Timed Dry CycleClean Touch Control PAD PUSH-TO-START KnobVersion Electronic Dryer Control Fluff Air CycleHeated Air Circulation Side and Bottom Exhaust Venting Kit Section Three Console Control RepairsRemoving the Console Removing the Timer Removing the Clean Touch Switch AssemblyRemoving the Push to Start Switch Removing the BuzzerRemoving the Door Switch Replacing the Drum LampRemoving the Toe Panel Removing Blower Housing Replacing the Blower WheelReplacing the Motor Replacing the Operating Thermostat and Bias HeaterReplacing the Thermal Fuse Removing the Burner Assembly Gas Dryers Replacing the Heat Duct AssemblyReplacing the Heating Element Electric Dryers Replacing the High Limit Thermostat and Thermal CutoffRemoving the Dryer Door Removing the Front PanelReplacing the Grille Assembly Removing the Belt and the DrumReplacing the Front Support Rollers and Shafts Removing the Rear Bulkhead Assembly Reattaching the Rear BulkheadPage Troubleshooting Guide Section FourComponent Testing Timer Shuts Off but Clothes are Still DampTimer Does Not Advance but Clothes are Dry Wiring Diagram Section FiveElectric Dryer Gas Dryer Timer Schedule Strip CircuitsPage Page MODEL/SERIAL Number Plate Location MODEL/SERIAL Number Designations100003 Rprt