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Whirlpool GGQ8811PL2 Installation Instructions Manual page 4

27"(69cm) gas dryer
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Special provisions must b emade inmobile h omes t o
introduce outside a irintothedryer. The opening (such asa
nearby window) should beatleast t wice aslarge asthedryer
exhaust opening.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground
prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical
shock.
120-Volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended.
It is recommended
that a separate circuit
serving only this dryer be provided.
IMPORTANT: The dryer must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
with the National Electrical Code, ANSl/NFPA 70 or Canadian
Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
• For a grounded, cord-connected
dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the
dryer: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Explosion
Hazard
Use a new AGA or CSA approved
gas supply
line.
install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten
all gas connections.
(f connected
to LP, have a qualified
person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 13" (33 cm) water
column.
Examples
of a qualified
person include:
licensed
heating personnel,
authorized
gas company
personnel,
and
authorized
service
personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
Gas Type
Natural Gas:
This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is design-
certified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases
with appropriate conversion.
Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in
your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate in
the door well of your dryer. If this information
does not agree
with the type of gas available, contact your dealer or call the
phone numbers referenced on the front page of the "Dryer
User Instructions."
LP gas conversion:
Conversion
must be made by a qualified technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas
specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting the serving gas supplier.
IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes,
or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
Gas Supply
Line:
Y2" IPS pipe is recommended.
%" approved tubing is acceptable for lengths under
20 ft (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit.
Must include _/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for
test gauge connection,
immediately upstream of the gas
connection to the dryer (see illustration).

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