Maytag MLG32PDA Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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G. GAS INFORMATION
It is your responsibility to have ALL plumbing connections made by a qualified professional to assure that the
gas plumbing installation is adequate and conforms with local and state regulations or codes. In the absence of
such codes,
ALL plumbing connections, materials, and workmanship must conform to the applicable
requirements of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1-LATEST EDITION, or in CANADA, the Canadian
Installation Codes CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (L.P. Gas) or LATEST
EDITION.
IMPORTANT: Failure to comply with these codes or ordinances, and/or the requirements
stipulated in this manual, can result in PERSONAL INJURY and IMPROPER
OPERATION of the dryer.
The dryer and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
IMPORTANT: Failure to isolate or disconnect the dryer from supply as noted can cause
irreparable damage to the gas valve
VOIDING THE WARRANTY.
WARNING: FIRE or EXPLOSION COULD RESULT.
1. Gas Supply
The gas dryer installation must meet the American National Standard...National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1-LATEST EDITION, or in CANADA, the Canadian Installation Codes CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91
(Natural Gas) or CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91 (L.P. Gas) or LATEST EDITION. as well as local codes and
ordinances and must be done by a qualified professional.
NOTE: Undersized gas piping will result in ignition problems, slow drying, increased use of
energy, and can create a safety hazard.
The dryer must be connected to the type of heat/gas indicated on the dryer data label. If this information
does not agree with the type of gas available, DO NOT operate the dryer. Contact the distributor who sold
the dryer or the manufacturer.
IMPORTANT: Any burner changes or conversions must be made by a qualified professional.