Electrolux FRWADREW4 Installation Manual page 13

Gas connection
1 Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear of
the dryer.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT connect the dryer to L.P. gas service without
converting the gas valve. An L.P. conversion kit must be
installed by a qualifi ed gas technician.
2 Connect a 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid or
approved pipe from gas supply line to the 3/8 inch
(0.96 cm) pipe located on the back of the dryer. Use a
1/2 inch to 3/8 inch (1.27 cm to 0.96 cm) reducer for
the connection. Apply an approved thread sealer that is
resistant to the corrosive action of liquefi ed gases on all
pipe connections.
Manual
Flare
Shutoff
Union
Valve
Closed
N p i p e l
Open
All connections must be wrench-tightened
IMPORTANT
The supply line must be equipped with an approved
manual shutoff valve. This valve should be located in the
same room as the dryer and should be in a location that
allows ease of opening and closing. Do not block access to
the gas shutoff valve.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
GAS FLOW
Flare
Union
Inlet Pipe on
Flexible
Back of Dryer
Connector
3 Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line to allow
gas to fl ow through the pipe. Wait a few minutes for
gas to move through the gas line.
Shutoff Valve -
Open position
4 Check for gas system leaks with a manometer. If a
manometer is not available, test all connections by
brushing on a soapy water solution.
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
NEVER test for gas leaks with an open fl ame.
IMPORTANT
Installation to the gas service must follow local codes and
ordinances and the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1/NEPA 54 or in Canada, CSA B149.1.
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