Installation Instructions; Tools And Parts; Options; Electrical Requirements - Whirlpool WGD9500T Use And Care Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
8" or 10" pipe wrench •
8" or 10" adjustable •
wrench (for gas
connections) •
Flat-blade screwdriver •
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
v4" nut driver or socket •
wrench •
Level
Knife
Vent clamps
Pipe-joint compound
resistant to LP gas
Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
Pliers
Tape measure
Parts supplied
Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts are
included.
A B
C D
A. Leveling legs (4)
B. "Y" connector
C. Short inlet hose
D. Inlet hose with right-angle connector
E. Rubber washer
NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing on
a pedestal.
Parts needed
Check local codes and with gas supplier. Check existing gas
supply, electrical supply and venting. Read "Electrical
Requirements," "Gas Supply Requirements" and "Venting
Requirements" before purchasing parts.
• For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (80.01 cm)
and 37" (93.98 cm), see "Plan Vent System" section for
venting requirements.
I-_- 37" ---_1
(93.9a era)
Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following)
that may be ordered by calling the dealer from whom you
purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the
"Assistance or Service" section of this manual.
• Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.
• Metal exhaust system hardware.
Pedestal
Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of
purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer.
You may select a 10" (25.4 cm) or 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal.
These pedestals will add to the total height of the dryer for a total
height of approximately 48" (121.9 cm) or 53.5" (135.9 cm),
respectively.
For a garage installation, you will need to place the 10" (25.4 cm)
pedestal at least 9" (22.9 cm) above the floor and the
15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal at least 3.5" (8.9 cm) above the floor.
A B
A. 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal
B. 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal
The pedestals are available in several colors.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or
refer to the "Assistance or Service" section of this manual.
Pedestal Height Color Part Number
10" (25.4 cm} White WHP1000SQ
10" (25.4 cm} Biscuit WHP1000ST
10" (25.4 cm} Diamond Dust WHP1000SU
(Silver)
10" (25.4 cm} Black WHP1000SB
15.5" (39.4 cm) White WHP1500SQ
15.5" (39.4 cm} Biscuit WHP1500ST
15.5" (39.4 cm} Diamond Dust WHP1500SU
(Silver)
15.5" (39.4 cm} Black WHP1500SB
Stack Kit
Are you planning to stack your DUET ® washer and dryer? To do
so, you will need to purchase a Stack Kit.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or
refer to the "Assistance or Service" section of this manual. Ask
for Part Number 8541503.