Installation Requirements; Tools And Parts - Whirlpool MGDC465HW Installation Instructions Manual

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting
installation. Read and follow the instructions provided
with any tools listed here.
Tools needed for all installations:
Flat-blade screwdriver
Level
Plastic putty knife
Tin snips (new vent
installations)
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Tape measure
4
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (25 mm) or
hex-head socket wrench
Vent clamps
Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
1/4" (6 mm) nut driver
(recommended)
Wire stripper (direct wire
installations)
Pliers
Tools needed for gas installations:
8" (203 mm) or 10"
(254 mm) pipe wrench
Pipe-joint compound
resistant to LP gas
Parts supplied (all models):
Leveling legs (4)
Parts supplied (steam models):
"Y" connector
Short inlet hose
Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts
are included.
Parts needed (steam models):
5' (1.52 m) inlet hose
If using a power supply cord:
Use a UL-listed power supply cord kit marked for use with
clothes dryers. The kit should contain:
A UL-listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240
volt minimum, with a temperature rating of 140°F (60°C)
minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be
at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to
the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals
with upturned ends.
A UL-listed strain relief.
8" (203 mm) or 10"
(254 mm) adjustable wrench
(for gas connections)
Rubber washer (4)

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