Maytag MGD5801TW0 Use & Care Manual page 8

• %" approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) if
local codes and gas supplier permit.
• If you are using Natural gas, do not use copper tubing.
• lengths over 20 fl (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and a different size adapter fitting.
• If your dryer has been converted to use [.P gas, %" IP 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 I.P gas must be used. Do not use
TEFI.ON _'*tape.
• Must include a shutoff valve:
An individual shutoff valve must be installed within 6 feet
(1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The
location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.
A C E
B D
A. f_" fl_'xibl_" gas connector
B. .F_"pipe to flare' adapte'r fitting
C. _" NP7 minimum plugged tapping
D. _//' NPT gas supply line
E. Gas shutoff valve
Gas supply connection requirements
• Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" 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 TEFI.ON'* 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.
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 ,000 ft (305 m) increase in
elevation.
Gas supply pressure testing
• [he dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing
at pressures greater than _/2psi.
Dryer Gas Pipe
• The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a %" male pipe thread.
6w' B
(15.88 cm) ........
A. 1/_ ,, NPT gas supply line
B. _" NPT dryer pipe
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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.
WARNING:
lo reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUSI BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
[he dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling or a
concealed space of a building.
_- E,TEFLON is a uegistered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.
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