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GAS REQUIREMENTS
Use only Natural or LP (liquid propane) gases.
THE INSTALLATIONMUSTCONFORM WITH LOCAL CODES, OR IN THEABSENCE OF LOCALCODES,
WITH THE NATIONALFUELGAS CODEANSI/Z223.1, LATESTREVISION (FOR THE UNITEDSTATES),
OR WITH THE CAN/CGA-B149INSTALLATIONCODES (FOR CANADA).
A gas dryer is equipped with a burner orifice for operation on NATURALgas. If the dryer is to be operated
on LP gas, it must be converted for safe and proper performanceand must be converted by a
qualified service technician. Conversion kits from NATURALto LP,or LP to NATURALare available
through your local dealer (see Accessories). If other conversionsare required, check with the localgas utility
for specific informationconcerningconversion requirements.
Each dryer will provide an input of 22,000 B.T.U.per hour.
A 1/2 inch gas supply line is recommendedand must be reducedto connectto the 3/8 inch gas line on the
dryer.
The internal gas shut-off is accessed by removing the access panel on the dryer. The shut-off is positioned
for easy access near the gas valve.
The National Fuel Gas Code requiresthat an accessible, approvedmanual gas shut off valve be installed
within 6 feet of the dryer.
Additionally,a 1/8 inch N.P.T.(NationalPipe Thread) pluggedtapping, accessiblefor test gauge connection,
must be installed immediatelyupstream of the gas supply connectionto the dryer.
The dryer mustbe disconnectedfrom the gas supply pipingsystemduringanypressuretestingof thesystem.
DO NOT re-use old flexible metal gas line. Flexiblegas line must be design certified by American Gas
Association (CGA in Canada). NOTE: Any pipejoint compound used must be resistantto the action of any
liquefied petroleum gas.
NOTE: As a courtesy, most local gas utilities will inspect a gas appliance installation.
GAS IGNITION -
The dryer use an automaticignitionsystemto ignitethe burner. There is no constant burning pilot.
GROUNDING
• Improperconnectionof the equipment-groundingconductorcan result in a risk of
electricalshock. Check with a qualifiedelectricianor servicemanif you are in
I 1_0 I doubt as to whether the applianceis properlygrounded.
• Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance- if it will not fit the outlet,
have a properoutletinstalledby a qualifiedelectrician.
• Toprevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, all wiring
and groundingmust be done in accordance with the National ElectricalCode
ANSI/NFPA,No. 70-Latest Revision (for U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical code
CSA C22.1-Latest Revision (for Canada) and localcodes and ordinances. It is
the personal responsibilityand obligation of the applianceowner to provide adequateelectrical services
for this appliance.
• All gas installations must be done in accordancewith the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI/Z223.1-Latest
Revision (for the U.S.) or the CAN/CGA-B149Installation Codes-Latest Revision (forCanada) and local
codes and ordinances.
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