Whirlpool Cabrio WGD6200S Use & Care Manual page 7

Dryer Gas Pipe
If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, %" 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 °t tape.
Must include a shutoff valve:
In the U.S.A.:
An individual manual shutoff 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.
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 six (6) feet (1.8 m) of
the dryer.
The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.
A C E
B D
A. _" flexible gas connector
B. _" pipe to flare adapterfitting
C. _" NPT minimum plugged tapping
D. 72"NPT gas supply line
E. Gas shutoff valve
Gas supply connection requirements
• Use an elbow and a %" flare x %" 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 _t tape.
• 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
1/2psi.
• The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer
has a %" male pipe thread.
(5.12cm)
(1.9 cm)
A. 3/s"NPT dryer pipe
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling or a concealed space of a building.
If using an existing vent system
• Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
• Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible
heavy metal vent.
• Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if
necessary to achieve the best drying performance.
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