INSTALLATION
PROCEDURES
Installation should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local and state codes. In the absence of these codes, the installation must conform to applicable American National Standards: ANSI
UNPACKING/SETTING UP
Remove protective shipping material (i.e., plastic wrap and optional shipping box) from dryer.
IMPORTANT:
!Dryer must be transported and handled in an upright position at ALL times.
The dryer can be moved to its final location while still attached to the skid or with the skid removed. To unskid the dryer, locate and remove the four (4) bolts securing the base of the dryer to the wooden skid. Two (2) are at the rear base (remove the back panel for access), and two (2) are located in the bottom of the lint chamber. To remove the two (2) bolts located in the lint chamber area, remove the lint door.
With the skid removed, to make it easier to slide the dryer into its final position, slightly lower ALL four (4) leveling legs, so that the dryer will slide on the legs instead of the base frame.
Leveling Dryer
The dryer is equipped with four (4) leveling legs, one (1) at each corner of the base. Two (2) are located at the rear of the dryer base, and two (2) are located in the lint chamber (coop). For better door closure and improve efficiency, the dryer should be tilted slightly to the rear.
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Before installing the dryer, be sure the location conforms to local codes and ordinances. In the absence of such codes or ordinances the location must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI.Z223.1 LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, the installation must conform to applicable Canadian Standards:
The dryer must be installed on a sound level floor capable of supporting its weight. Carpeting must be removed from the floor area that the dryer is to rest on.
IMPORTANT:
“The dryer must be installed on noncombustible
!floors only.”
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
The dryer is for use in noncombustible locations.
Provisions for adequate air supply must be provided as noted in this manual (refer to Fresh Air Supply Requirements).
Clearance provisions must be made from noncombustible construction as noted in this manual (refer to Dryer Enclosure Requirements).
Provisions must be made for adequate clearances for servicing and for operation as noted in this manual (refer to Dryer Enclosure Requirements).
Dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors as noted in this manual (refer to Exhaust Requirements).
Dryer must be located in an area where correct exhaust venting can be achieved as noted in this manual (refer to Exhaust Requirements).
IMPORTANT:
!Dryer should be located where a minimum amount of exhaust duct will be necessary.
The dryer must be installed with a proper exhaust duct connection to the outside.
The dryer must be installed with provisions for adequate combustion and
CAUTION:
This dryer produces combustible lint and must ! be exhausted to the outdoors. Every 6 months, inspect the exhaust ducting and remove any
lint buildup.
IMPORTANT:
Dryer must be installed in a location/ environment, which the ambient temperature remains between 40º F (4.44º C) and 130º F (54.44º C).
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