Gas Connection For Gas Dryer - GE Spacemaker DSXH43 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions
GAS CONNECTION FOR
GAS DRYERS
1. Remove the shipping cap fiom gas pipe at the rear of
the dryeL
Conversion to LP Gas: DO NOT connect file d_Ter to
I,P gas service wifllout converting file gas valve. An LP
conversion kit (Pub. No. 14-A038) MUST be inst_dled
by a qualified gas mchnician.
a.
Connect a 1/2" (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid
or approved pipe flom g_s supply line m
the ,3/8" (0.96 cm) pipe located on the back of the
dryeL Use a 1/2" m 3/8" (1.27 cmm 0.96 cm)
reducer for a connection. Apply an approved thread
sealer that is resistant m the corrosive action of
liquefied gases on all pipe connections.
b. Open the stmtoffvalve in the gas supply line.
c. Test all connections by brushing on a soap), water
solution.
WARNING: NEVERTEST
FOR GAS LEAKS WITH AN
OPEN FLAME.
2. Connect the exhaust duct to outside exhaust system.
Use duct rope to seal all joints.
3,
X_rifll file d_Ter in its finM position, adjust one or more
of file legs until tim dryer is resting solidly on M1 four
legs. Place a level on top of file dryeL THE DRYER
MUST BE LEVEL AND RESTING SOLIDLY ON
ALL FOUR LEGS.
4. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.
NOTE: Check to ensure the power is off at circuit
breaker/fllse box before plugging the power cord
into the outlet.
5. Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/filse box.
CAUTION: Befo, eop. .i.g the d,),e,;
make sure the dryer area is clear and flee flom
combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable
vapo,s. Also see that nothing (such _tsboxes,
clothing, etc.) obsuucts the flow of combustion and
ventilation all
6. Run the dD, er through a cycle check for proper
operation.
NOTE: On gas &yers, before file burner Mll light, it is
necessa_ y for the gas line m be bled of all If the burner
does not light within 45 seconds the first time the d_yer is
turned on, the saferT switch will shut the burner off: If this
happens, mrn the timer m OFF and wait 5 minums before
making another attempt to light.
7. If your dD, er does not operate, ple_tse review the
Troubleshooting 77pssection in tiffs manual before
calling for service.
8. Place these instructions in a location near the dD,er for
din]re reference.
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