Install Leveling Legs - Whirlpool WGD8500DR Installation Instructions Manual

GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS
Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting
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between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe,
as needed to avoid kinking.
Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON
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This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a
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listed flexible gas connector that complies with the standard
for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.
BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS
Elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 m):
When installed above 2,000 ft. (610 m) a 4% reduction of the
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burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate is
required for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in elevation.
Gas supply pressure testing
The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
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system during pressure testing at pressures greater than
1/2 psi.
DRYER GAS PIPE
The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer
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has a 3/8" male pipe thread.
3"
(77 mm)
3/8" NPT dryer pipe
NOTE: For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be an
additional 18" (460 mm) from the floor.
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1 / "
3
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(35 mm)

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

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1.
Prepare dryer for leveling legs
Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay
dryer down on back cardboard corner posts.
IMPORTANT: If laying dryer on its back, use the cardboard
corner posts the dryer was packed with to avoid damaging
the back of the dryer.
2.
Screw in leveling legs
Using a wrench and tape measure, screw leveling legs into
leg holes until bottom of foot is approximately 3/8" (9.5 mm)
from bottom of dryer.
Now stand the dryer on its feet. Slide the dryer until it is
close to its final location. Leave enough room to connect
the exhaust vent.
For mobile home use
Gas dryers must be securely fastened to the floor.
Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation
Hold-down Kit. For ordering information please reference
the "Use and Care Guide."
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