Gas Connection - Frigidaire GLGQ2170KE0 Installation Instructions Manual

1. Thedryer i sequipped w ithathree-prong (grounding) plug
foryourprotection a gainst shock hazard andshould be
plugged d irectly intoa properly g rounded t hree-prong
receptacle.
2. Theplugmustbeplugged intoanappropriate outletthat
isproperly i nstalled a ndgrounded i n accordance withall
local c odes a ndordinances. If indoubt, c alla licensed
electrician.
DONOT cutor remove g round prong fromtheplug.
Grounding type
wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong,
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Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
Gas connection
1. Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear of the
dryer.
DO NOT connect the dryer to L.R gas service
without converting the gas valve. An L.R conversion kit must
be installed by a qualified gas technician.
,
Connect a 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid or approved
pipe from gas supply line to the 3/8 inch (0.96 cm) pipe
located on the back of the dryer. Use a 1/2 inch to 3/8
inch (1.27 cm to 0.96 cm) reducer for the connection.
Apply an approved thread sealer that is resistant to the
corrosive action of liquefied gases on all pipe connections.
Manual GAS FLOW
Shutoff Flare _ Flare
Valve Union Union
; 1 1
--los R Nipple Flexible Inlet Plpeon
Open Connector Back of Dryer
All connections must be wrench-tightened
The supply line must be equipped with an ap-
proved manual shutoff valve. This valve should be located in
the same room as the dryer and should be in a location that
allows ease of opening and closing. Do not block access to
the gas shutoff valve.
3. Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line to allow gas
to flow through the pipe. Wait a few minutes for gas to
move through the gas line.
Shutoff Valve-
Open position
4. Check for gas system leaks with a manometer. If a
manometer is not available, test all connections by
brushing on a soapy water solution.
- EXPLOSION HAZARD - NEVERtest for gas
leaks with an open flame.
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