Installation Instructions; Venting Requirements - Whirlpool YWED7990XG0 Installation Instructions Manual

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1/2" IPS pipe is recommended.
3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for
lengths under 20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier
permit.
If you are using Natural gas, do not use copper tubing.
Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and
a different size adapter fitting.
If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8" LP
compatible copper tubing can be used. If the total length
of the supply line is more than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use larger pipe.
NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of
LP gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON
Must include shut-off valve
In the U.S.A.:
An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within
six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The location should be easy
to reach for opening and closing.
In Canada:
An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed
in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual
manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m)
of the dryer. The location should be easy to reach for
opening and closing.
GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS
Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting
between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe,
as needed to avoid kinking.
Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON
This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a
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
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 system during pressure testing at pressures greater
than 1/2 psi.
†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company.
DRYER GAS PIPE
The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer
has a 3/8" male pipe thread.
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*If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe
height must be an additional 10" (254 mm) or 15.5" (394 mm)
from the floor, depending on the pedestal model. For a garage
installation, the gas pipe height must be an additional
18" (460 mm) from the floor.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

VENTING REQUIREMENTS

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WARNING:
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used
for exhausting.
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps
may be used.
Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
3
"
*5
/
4
(159 mm)
1
(38 mm)
A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
4"
(102 mm)
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