Electrical Requirements; Gas Supply - Whirlpool 8535845 Installation Instructions Manual

Electrical
requirements
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3-prong
outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these
instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
If codes permit and a separate
ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified
electrician determine that the
ground path is adequate.
Important: Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-
ampere fused electrical supply is
required. A time-delay fuse or circuit
breaker is recommended.
A separate circuit serving only this
appliance must be provided. A wiring
diagram is located inside the console
or on the inside of the lower front
panel.
Recommended ground
method
The dryer, when installed, must be
electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes, or in the absence of
local codes with the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70*.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS: This
appliance must be grounded. In the
event of malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of
least resistance for electric current.
The power supply cord plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
3-prong ground
type outlet
3-prong
ground plug
Power supply cord
Ground
prong
WARNING - Improper connection of
the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or
serviceman if you are in doubt as to
whether the appliance is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the appliance - if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained
from:
* National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

Gas supply

WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new AGA or CSA approved
gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas
connections.
If connected to LP, have a
qualified person make sure gas
pressure does not exceed 13"
water column. Examples of a
qualified person include licensed
heating personnel, authorized gas
company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in
death, explosion, or fire.
OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES
AND ORDINANCES.
Gas requirements:
Check that dryer is
equipped with the
correct burner for
the particular type
of gas in the
home. Burner
information will be
found on the
model/serial rating
plate in door well of the dryer. If this
information does not agree with the
type of gas available, see your dealer.
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