Whirlpool FRONT-LOADING GAS DRYER manual Installation Instructions, Tools and Parts, Parts needed

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following:

■Read all instructions before using the dryer.

■Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

■Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry- cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

■Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children.

■Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.

■Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.

■Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.

■Do not tamper with controls.

■Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

■Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.

■Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.

■Clean lint screen before or after each load.

■Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.

■The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.

■See installation instructions for grounding requirements.

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IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.

The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Parts needed

Check local codes and with gas supplier. Check existing gas supply, electrical supply and venting. Read “Electrical Requirements,” “Gas Supply Requirements” and “Venting

■8" or 10" pipe wrench

■8" or 10" adjustable wrench (for gas connections)

■Flat-blade screwdriver

■Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet)

■¹⁄₄" nut driver or socket wrench (recommended)

■Level

■Knife

■Vent clamps

■Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas

■Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

■Pliers

■Tape measure

Requirements” before purchasing parts.

■For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (80.01 cm) and 37" (93.98 cm), see “Plan Vent System” section for venting requirements.

37"

(93.98 cm)

Parts supplied

Remove parts packages from dryer drum. Check that all parts are included.

Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following) that may be ordered by calling the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual.

■Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.

■Metal exhaust system hardware.

4 Leveling legs

NOTE: Do not use leveling legs if installing the dryer on a pedestal.

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