Kenmore 796.8051 Connecting GAS Dryers, Connecting the Gas Supply, High-Altitude Installations

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CONNECTING GAS DRYERS (cont.)

Ak WARN ING: Toreducetheriskoffire,

electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

•Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

•Use only a new stainless steel flexible connector and a new AGA-certified connector. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

•A gas shutoff valve must be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

•The dryer is configured for Natural Gas when shipped from the factory. Make sure that the dryer is equipped with the correct burner nozzle for the type of gas being used (Natural Gas or Liquefied Petroleum). Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

•If necessary, the correct nozzle (for the LP nozzle kit, order part number 4948EL4002C) should be installed by a qualified technician and the change should be noted on the dryer. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

•All connections must be in accordance with local codes and regulations. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

•Gas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Connecting the Gas Supply

NOTE: This dryer is configured from the factory set for Natural Gas (NG). If dryer is to be used with LP gas, it must be converted by a qualified service technician.

@Make sure that the gas supply to the laundry room is turned OFF and the dryer is unplugged. Confirm that the type of gas available in your laundry room is appropriate for the dryer.

O Remove the shipping cap from the gas fitting at the back of the dryer. Be careful not to damage the threads of the gas connector when removing the shipping cap.

O Connect the dryer to your laundry room'sgas supply using a new flexible stainless steel connector with a 3/8 in. NPT fitting.

NOTE: DO NOT use old connectors.

O Securely tighten all connections between the dryer and your laundry room's gas supply.

OTurn on your laundry room's gas supply.

O Check all pipe connections (both internal and external) for gas leaks with a noncorrosive leak-detection fluid.

O Proceed to Venting the Dryer on page 14.

3/8" NPT Gas

1/8" NPT Pipe Plug

 

Connection

 

 

 

 

Gas Supply

AGA/CSA-Certified

Shutoff Valve

Stainless

Steel

 

Flexible

Connector

 

High-Altitude Installations

The BTU rating of this dryer is AGA-certified for elevations below 10,000 feet.

If your gas dryer is being installed at an elevation above 10,000 feet, it must be derated by a qualified technician or gas supplier.

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Contents Secadora CongratUlations on making a smart purchase, Your new MaintenanceInstallation Master Protection AgreementsRead ALL Instructions Before USE Follow basic precautions, including the following Basic Safety PrecautionsGas dryers Must be exhausted to the outside Place dryer at least 18 in. above the floor for aDo not place candle and cigarettes on top For personal safety, this dryer must be properly Safety Instructions for Connecting ElectricityEASY-TO-USE Control Panel KEY Parts and ComponentsManufactured Homes on KEY Dimensions SpecificationsAdditional Instructions for Closet installations Section Special Electrical Requirements for Mobile orRequired Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit Required Dimensions for Installation With PedestalInstallation with Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking KIT Electrical Requirements for Gas Models Only GAS Requirements GAS Models Connecting GAS DryersProceed to Venting the Dryer on Connecting GAS DryersConnecting the Gas Supply High-Altitude InstallationsWAR Ning Toreducetheriskoffire Electrical Requirements Connecting Electric DryersThree-Wire Power Cord Connecting Electric DryersFour-Wire Power Cord Selecting and Verifying Duct Length Chart Venting the Dryer Check Your Exhaust System for ProblemsUsing the Duct Requirements Chart below Venting the Dryer Routing and Connecting DuctworkConnecting the Dryer Vent Reversing the Door Swing Leveling the DryerChecking Levelness Final Installation CheckTesting Dryer Heating Checking VentingCycle Selector Knob Control Panel FeaturesOperating the Dryer Clean the Lint FilterSensor Dry Cycles Manual Dry Cycles Cycle GuideRack Dry ModifiersOptionsFabric Care Labels Sorting LoadsLoading the Dryer Check the Lint Filter Before Every LoadCycle Status Indicator Estimated Time Remaining Check Vent IndicatorLint Filter Indicator Control Lock IndicatorDry Level Cycle Modifier ButtonsWrinkle Guard Rack DRY Cycle Cycle Options and Special FeaturesCleaning Around and Under the Dryer 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