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Gas Information _______________________
WARNING
!
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply
line.
Install a shutoff valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 13" 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.
Type of Gas
This dryer is equipped for use with natural gas. It is design-
certified by CSA International for L.P. (propane and butane)
gases with appropriate conversion (see below). No attempt
shall be made to convert the dryer from the gas specified on
the serial/rating plate for use with a different gas without
consulting the serving gas supplier. Conversion must be done
by a qualified service technician.
MLG52 L.P. Conversion Kit: 887297
It is your responsibility to have all plumbing connections,
materials, and workmanship conform to local and state
regulations or codes of the country of destination. In the
absence of such codes, all plumbing connections, materials,
and workmanship must conform to the applicable local
requirements. In the USA this is the National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z223.1-LATEST EDITION, or in Canada, the Canadian
Installation Codes CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural Gas) or
CAN/CGAB149.2-M91 (L.P. Gas) or LATEST EDITION.
It is important that gas pressure regulators meet applicable
pressure requirements, and that gas meters be rated for the
total amount of all the appliance Btu being supplied.
For ease of service, the individual gas supply line of each
pocket must have its own manual shutoff valve.
The dryer and its individual shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of
1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Failure to isolate or disconnect the dryer from supply as noted
can cause irreparable damage to the gas valve, voiding the
warranty.
NOTE: Undersized gas piping will result in ignition
problems, slow drying, increased use of energy.
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The input ratings shown on the data label are for elevations
up to 2,000 feet (610 meters), unless elevation requirements
of over 2,000 feet (610 meters) were specified at the time
the dryer order was placed with the factory. The adjustment
or conversion of dryers in the field for elevations over 2,000
feet (610 meters) is made by changing each burner orifice.
If this conversion is necessary, contact the reseller who sold
the dryer or contact the manufacturer.
IMPORTANT: If connection to this appliance is made with
a flexible hose, it must be suitable for the appliance
category in accordance with national installation
regulations of the country of destination, and if in doubt the
installer must contact the supplier. The manufacturer of
this appliance does not recommend the use of flexible gas
supply line/hose.
In the U.S.A.: An individual manual shutoff valve must be
installed within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of the dryer in accordance
with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.
In Canada: An individual manual shutoff 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 6 feet (1.8
meters) of the dryer.
Gas Connections
Inlet connection ..... 1/2" N.P.T.
Inlet supply size ..... 1/2" Diameter Pipe (minimum)
Piping / Connections
The dryer is provided with two 1/2" N.P.T. inlet pipe
connections (1 for each tumbler) at the rear of the dryer. If a
separate feed is provided for each tumbler from the main
supply line (header), then a 1/2" (12.7 mm) line connection
is sufficient. However, if the top and bottom tumbler
connections are connected together, the supply from the
header must be increased to 3/4" (19.05 mm). There should
be a minimum 6-inch (15.24 cm) clearance between the back
guard and the first bend in the gas piping for ease of servicing.
It is recommended that a gas shutoff valve be provided to
the gas supply line of each dryer for ease in servicing.
The size of the main gas supply line (header) will vary
depending on the distance this line travels from the gas meter
or, in the case of L.P. gas, the supply tank, other gas-operated
appliances on the same line, etc. Specific information
regarding supply line size should be determined by the gas
supplier.
Maytag Co.
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