Maytag W10296136A-SP Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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Dryer gas pipe
The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer
has a 3/8" male pipe thread.
29" Wide Model
A
1¼"
(32 mm)
9¼"
(235 mm)
A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
27" Wide Model
A
*6¼"
(159 mm)
1½"
(38 mm)
A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe
Burner input requirements
Elevations up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m):
The design of this dryer is certied 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 m):
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.
Venting Requirements
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or re.
VENTING
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building.
If using an existing vent system
Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid heavy metal
vent or exible metal vent.
Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if
necessary to achieve the best drying performance. Only rigid
or exible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.
If this is a new vent system
Vent Material
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased by calling
the toll-free number. For further information, please reference
the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Dryer User
Instructions.”
Rigid metal vent:
For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are
recommended.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and
kinking.
Flexible metal vent:
Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for
cleaning.