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For proper operation at altitudes above
2,500 feet
The natural gas valve spud orifice size must be reduced to
ensure complete combustion. See table.
Altitude
Ft (M)
Orifice
Size #
Part
number
3000 (915) 43 503778
6000 (1830) 44 58719
8000 (2440) 45 503779
9000 (2740) 46 503780
10000(3050) 47 503781
Gas Connection
Connect gas supply to dryer using a new stainless steel
flexible connector or hard pipe (check local codes)
according to illustration. Test for leaks and check burner
flame after gas supply is connected.
• Dryer must be connected to type of gas as shown on
nameplate located in the door recess.
• Use pipe joint compound insoluble on LP (propane)
Gas, or Teflon tape, on all pipe threads.
• Purge air and sediment from gas supply line before
connecting it to the dryer. Before tightening the
connection, purge remaining air from gas line to dryer
until odor of gas is detected. This step is required to
prevent gas valve contamination.
Use a new stainless steel flexible connector only if
allowed by local codes (use A.G.A. certified connector).
3/8" NPT gas
connection
1/8" NPT pipe plug
(for checking inlet
gas pressure)
Install Equipment
shut-off valve
within 6' (1.8 m) of dryer.
Black iron piping:
• Shorter than 20’ (6.1 m) – use 3/8” piping
• Longer than 20’ (6.1) m) – use 1/2” piping
Testing for Gas Leaks
After final gas connection is made, turn on manual gas
valve and test all connections in gas supply piping for gas
leaks. Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
1. Place soap suds on connections.
2. If bubbles appear, a leak is present. Shut off gas
supply valve.
3. Tighten joint if leak is at factory fitting.
• If leak is not at factory fitting, unscrew, apply more
joint compound, and tighten to correct leak.
Important Safety Information