Whirlpool Gas Washer/Dryer Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools and Parts
Tools needed:
Parts needed:
Check local codes and with gas supplier, check existing gas
supply, electrical supply and venting, and read “Electrical
Requirements,” “Gas Supply Requirements,” and “Venting
Requirements” before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following)
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please reference the
“Assistance or Service” section of the Washer/Dryer User
Instructions.
Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.
Metal exhaust system hardware.
Alternate Parts
Your installation may require additional parts. For information on
ordering, please refer to the toll free phone numbers on the front
page of the Washer/Dryer User Instructions.
Location Requirements
You will need
A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas
washer/dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See
“Venting Requirements.”
A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (610 mm) of
either side of the washer/dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”
A sturdy floor to support the washer/dryer weight (washer/
dryer, water, and load) of 500 lbs (226.8 kg).
A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
washer/dryer. Clothes may not tumble properly and automatic
sensor cycles may not operate correctly if washer/dryer is not
level. Installing on carpet is not recommended.
8" or 10" adjustable
wrench (for gas
connections)
Flat-blade screwdriver
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (25 mm) or
" (14 mm) open-end
wrench (for adjusting
washer/dryer feet)
Level
¼" nut driver or socket
wrench (recommended)
Wood block (for leveling)
Ruler or measuring tape
Knife
Vent clamps
Pipe-joint compound
resistant to LP gas
Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
Pliers that open to
1 " (40 mm)
Scissors
Tin snips (new vent
installation)
If You Have You Will Need to Buy
Laundry tub or
standpipe taller than
96" (2.4 m)
Sump pump system (if not already
available)
1" (25 mm) diameter
standpipe
2" (51 mm) diameter to 1" (25 mm)
diameter standpipe adapter, Part
Number 3363920
Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 34" (864 mm) tall
drain tub or utility sink and sump pump
(available from local plumbing suppliers)
Floor drain Siphon break, Part Number 285320,
additional drain hose, Part Number 285702
and connector kit, Part Number 285442
Drain hose too short Drain hose, Part Number 285664 and
connector kit, Part Number 285442
Lint clogged drain Drain protector, Part Number 367031
Water faucets
beyond reach
of fill
hoses
2 longer water fill hoses:
6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314,
10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
Parts supplied:
Remove parts package from the washer basket. Check that all
parts were included.
A.Front leveling feet with nuts (2)
B.Shipping strap (not in parts bag.
See “Remove Shipping Strap”)
C.Drain hose
D. Silver double-wire hose clamp
A B C D
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read
and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Parts needed for washer (not provided):
Inlet hoses Flat washers
To order:
Call the dealer from whom you purchased your washer/dryer.
Call the toll-free number listed on the cover of the Washer/
Dryer User Instructions.
Visit the website listed on the cover of the Washer/Dryer
User Instructions.
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk
of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates for
future reference.
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