Kenmore 29" Installation Instructions Manual page 9

Option 2(Alternate Method)
Approved aluminum orcopper tubing:
[] Lengths under 20ft.(6.1 m ) c an use 3/8"approved tubing
(ifcodes and gas supplier permit).
[] ifyou areusing Natural Gas, donot u se c opper tubing.
[] 3/8"flare x3/8"NPT a dapter fitting between dryer pipe and 3/8"
approved tubing.
[] Lengths over 20ft.(6.1 m )should use larger tubing a nd adifferent
size a dapter fitting.
[] ifyour dryer has b een c onverted touse LP gas, 3/8"LP compatible
copper tubing c an beused. Ifthe total l ength ofthe supply line is
more t han 20ft.(6.1 m ), u se l arger pipe.
NOTE: Pipe j oint c ompounds that r esist the action ofLP gas must be
used. Do not u se TEFLON ®t t ape.
Dryer gas pipe
[] The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a
3/8" male pipe thread.
VENTING
Venting Requirements
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy rnetal 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.
1¼"
(32 ram)
WARNING; Toreducethe riskoffire, thisdryer MUSTBEEXHAUSTED
OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
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A -=_-- 9¼"--_
(235 ram)
A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
Burner input requirements
Elevations up to lO,O00 ft. (3,048 an):
[] The design of this dryer is certified by CSA international for use at
altitudes up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m), above sea level at the B.T.U.
rating indicated on the model/serial number plate. Burner input
adjustments are not required when the dryer is operated up to this
elevation.
Elevations above 10,000 ft. (3,048 an):
[] When installed above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m) a 4% reduction of the
burner B.T.U. rating shown on the model/serial number plate is
required for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in elevation.
Gas supply pressure testing
[] The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system
during pressure testing at pressures greater than
1/2 psi.
Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall,
ceiling_ attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Only rigid
or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.
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(102 mm)
t
4" (102 ram) heavy metal exhaust vent
[] Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps may be
used.
[] Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rig(c{ metal vent:
[] Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid crushing
and kinking.
F(ex(b(e mete( vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
[] Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.
[] Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in
reduced airflow and poor performance.
[] Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
[] The total length should not exceed 73¼ ft. (2.4 m).
NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean tint from entire length of
the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Replace
plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Review
Vent System Chart and if necessary, modify existing vent system to
achieve best drying performance.
t®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.