Maytag MGDE300VF - Performance Series 27-in Gas Dryer Use And Care Manual page 10

Burner input requirements
Elevations above 10,000 ft (3,048 m):
• When installed above 10,000 ft (3,048 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.
Dryer gas pipe
The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a sA" male pipe thread.
.61A,,
(15.9 crn)
A. _" NPT gas supply line
B. s/s" NPT dryer pipe
*NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe height must be an additional 10"
(25.4 cm) or 15.5" (39.4 cm) from the floor, depending on the pedestal modem. For a garage
installation, the gas pipe height must be an additional 18" (46 cm) from the floor.
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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.
WARN I NG:
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.
If this is a new vent system
Vent material
•
Use a heavy metal vent. 19o not use plastic or metal foil vent.
• 4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used.
4" ( 10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
Vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Maytag Services.
For more information, see the "Assistance or Service" section.
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