Pre-Installation Requirements - Frigidaire Dryer Servicing

Section 2 Installation Information

Pre-Installation Requirements

Tools and materials needed for installation:
• Adjustable pliers
• Phillips, straight, & square bit screw-
drivers
• Adjustable wrench
• Pipe wrench for gas supply (gas dryer)
• LP-resistant thread tape (for natural gas or LP
supply, gas dryer)
• Carpenter's level
• External vent hood
• 4-inch (10.2 cm), rigid metal or semi-rigid metal
exhaust duct work
• 3-wire or 4-wire 240 volt cord kit (electric dryer)
• 4 in. (10.2 cm) clamp
• Gas line shutoff valve (gas dryer)
• ½ NPT union flare adapters (x2) and flexible gas
supply line (gas dryer)
• Metal foil tape (not duct tape)
Before beginning installation, carefully read these instructions. This will simplify the installation and ensure the
dryer is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the Dryer after installation for future reference.
NOTE
The electrical service to the Dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
NOTE
The gas service to the Dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1.
NOTE
The Dryer is designed under ANSI Z 21.5.1 or ANSI/UL 2158 - CAN/CSA C22.2 (latest editions) for HOME USE only.
This Dryer is not recommended for commercial applications such as restaurants or beauty salons, etc.
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Installation Checklist
Doors
Handles are secure and tight
Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides
Leveling
Dryer is level, side-to-side and front-to-back
Cabinet is setting solid on all corners
Electrical Power
House power turned on
Dryer plugged in
Gas Connections (For Gas Dryers Only)
Test all connections by brushing on a soapy water
solution. NEVER test for gas leaks with an open
flame.
Final Checks
Shipping material removed
Run dryer through a cycle check for proper operation
Dryer area is clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors.
Verify that nothing obstructs the flow of
combustion and ventilation air
Registration card sent in