Maytag MDG6700AWM Installation Instructions Manual page 9

Parts and literature are packaged inside of dryer drum.
To install...
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Move dryer to an appropriate location for installation. Consider installing the dryer before the
washer in side-by-side installations, to allow access to gas, electrical and exhaust connections.
Lay two of the carton corner posts on the floor. Tip the dryer on its side so it will lay across both
corner posts.
2. Set the dryer back in an upright position.
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Review the Exhausting Section before installing the exhaust system. Install the ductwork from the
dryer to the exhaust hood. The crimped end of the duct sections must point away from the dryer.
DO NOT use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting. These joints should be taped. Never
use pRastic flexible exhaust material
Tip for tight installations: install a section of exhaust system to the dryer before moving the dryer in
place. Use duct tape to secure this section to the dryer but do not cover louvers in dryer cabinet.
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Review Electrica/ Requirements Section.
BEFORE OPERATING OR TESTING, follow the grounding instructions in the Grounding Section.
U.S. MODELS:
IMPORTANT - All U.S. models are produced for a 3-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTmON. The dryer
frame is grounded to the neutral conductor at the terminal block.
A 4-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTION is required for new or remodeled construction, mobile homes,
or if local codes do not permit grounding through neutral. If the 4-wire system is used, the dryer
frame cannot be grounded to the neutral conductor at the terminal block. Refer to the following
instructions for 3= and 4-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS.
Remove the terminal block cover plate.
Insert the power cord with a U.L listed strain relief
through the hole provided in the cabinet near the terminal block.
NOTE: a strain relief must be used.
Do not loosen the nuts already installed on the terminal block. Be sure they are tight. Use a 3/8" (1
cm) deep well socket.
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Review Gas Requirements Section.
Remove the pipe thread protective cap.
Apply pipe joint compound or about 1 1/2 wraps of Teflon tape over all threaded connections.
NOTE: Pipe joint compound must be resistant to the action of any liquefied petroleum gas.
Connect the gas supply to the dryer. An additional fitting is required to connect the 3/4"
(1.9 cm) female thread end of a flexible connector to the 3/8" (1 cm) male threaded end
on the dryer. Securely tighten the gas line fitting over threads.
Turn on the gas supply. Check all gas connections for leaks using a soap solution. If bubbles
occur, tighten the connections and recheck. DO NOT use an open flame to check for gas
_eaks.