Gas Dryer Power Hookup; Gas Supply Requirements - Whirlpool 7MWGD1730 Installation Instructions Manual

2.
Connect neutral ground wire and
neutral wire
E
Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or
center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center
terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.
3.
Connect remaining wires
Place hooked ends of remaining wires under outer terminal
block screws (hooks facing right). Tighten screws.
4.
Connect external ground wire
A
Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from the external
ground conductor screw (A) to an adequate ground. Finally,
reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to Venting
Requirements.
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B
C
G

Gas Dryer Power Hookup

Gas Supply Requirements

WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to propane, have a qualified person make
sure gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 mm) 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.
Gas Type
Natural Gas:
This dryer is equipped for use with natural gas. It is certified by
UL for use with propane gas with appropriate conversion.
■ Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type
of gas in your home. Burner information is located on the
rating plate in the door well of your dryer. If this information
does not agree with the type of gas available, please refer the
"Assistance or Service" section of the "Use and Care Guide."
Propane Gas Conversion:
Conversion must be made by a qualified technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the dryer from the gas
specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting the serving gas supplier.
IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes,
or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and
Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
Gas supply line
■ 1/2" NPT pipe is recommended.
■ 3/8" approved tubing is acceptable for lengths under
20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit.
■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible
for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas
connection to the dryer (see illustration).
■ Must include a shut-off valve:
In the U.S.A.:
An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within
six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.