Gas Dryer Power Hookup - Whirlpool WGD7990XG0 Installation Instructions Manual

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GAS DR R
POWER
HOOKUP
ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
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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 also recommended
that a separate
circuit serving only this dryer be provided.
GAS SUPPLY
REQUIREMENTS
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA international approved
gas supply line.
Install a shut=off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
if connected to LP, have a qualified
person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 ram)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.
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 uses a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is propedy installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
[] For a permanently connected dryer:
This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding
terminal or lead on
the dryer.
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 on the power
supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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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 in the "Assistance
or Service" section of your "Use and Care Guide".
LP Gas Conversion:
iMPORTANT: Conversion must be made by a qualified
technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the dryer from the gas
specified on the model/serial
rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting your gas company.
GAS SUPPLY
LiNE
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Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible
for test gauge connection,
immediately upstream of the gas
connection to the dryer.
E
C
B
A. 3/8" flexible gas connector
B. 3/8" pipe to flare adapter fitting
C. 1/8" NPTminimum
plugged tapping
D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line
E. Gas shutoff valve.
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