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Must include a shutoff valve:
An individual shutoff valve must be installed within
six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the washer/dryer in accordance with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. The
location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.
A
B
C
D
A. Gas shutoff valve
B. " NPT minimum plugged tapping
1
⁄
8
C. ½" NPT gas supply line
D. Gas supply line coupling 34" (864 mm) min.
to 37" (940 mm) max. from floor
Burner input requirements:
Elevations up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m):
The design of this washer/dryer is certified by CSA
International for use at altitudes up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m)
above sea level at the Btu rating indicated on the model/serial
number plate. Burner input adjustments are not required when
the dryer is operated up to this elevation.
Elevations above 10,000 ft (3,048 m):
When installed above 10,000 ft (3,048 m), a 4% reduction of
the 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 washer/dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater
than ½ psi.
Dryer gas connection
This washer/dryer is equipped with its own permanent,
flexible gas connector, design-certified by CSA International,
for connecting the washer/dryer to the gas supply line.
Flexible gas connector
Venting Requirements
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this washer/dryer
MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building.
If using an existing vent system
Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible
heavy metal vent.
Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if
necessary to achieve the best drying performance. Only rigid
or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.
If this is a new vent system
Vent material
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.
4"
102 mm
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your
dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more
information, see the “Assistance or Service” section of the
Washer/Dryer User Instructions.
Rigid metal vent
For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are
recommended.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and
kinking.
Flexible metal vent
Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for
cleaning.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported
when the dryer is in its final location.
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