Fisher & Paykel AeroCare DE7027J1 User manual

US
AeroCare clothes dryer
Installation instructions
and User guide

The Governor of California is required to publish a list of substances known to the state of
California to cause cancer or reproductive harm and requires business to warn customers of
potential exposures to such substances.
WARNING!: Gas appliances contain or produce substances, which can cause death, or
serious illness and which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm. To reduce the risk from substances in fuel or from fuel
combustion, make sure this appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Installation of this appliance must be performed by a contractor, plumber or gasfitter who is
qualified or licensed by the state.
WARNING!
For your safety the information in
this manual must be followed
to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion or to prevent property
damage, personal injury or death.
—Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
—WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Donottrytolightanyappliance.
• Donottouchanyelectricalswitch;do
not use any phone in your building.
• Cleartheroom,buildingorareaofall
occupants.
• Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfrom
a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
• Ifyoucannotreachyourgassupplier,
call the fire department.
—Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.

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Contents
Introduction 2
Important safety instructions 3
Installation instructions 7
The first time you turn your dryer on 48
Getting started quickly 50
AeroCare controls 52
Sorting and loading 54
Dryer cycles 56
Drying special items 61
Drying cycle options 63
Dryer operation 66
Care labels 68
Drying rack 69
Customizing dryer cycles 70
Changing pre-set options 71
Caring for your dryer 73
Before you call for service
User warnings 76
Fault codes 76
Solving operating problems 77
Solving drying problems 80
Limited warranty 82
How to get service 84
Important!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The models shown in this User Guide may not be available in all markets and are
subject to change at any time. For current details about model and specification
availability in your country, please visit our local website listed on the back cover
or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.

2Introduction
Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel AeroCare clothes dryer. We are very proud of this dryer
and trust it will serve you well for many years.
At Fisher & Paykel we aim to provide innovative products that are simple to use, ergonomic,
energy efficient and kind to the environment. Thousands of tonnes of washing and 75 years of
laundry experience have been programmed into your dryer to help give you the best possible
performance.
We have developed this dryer to treat your clothes with the utmost care, drying them gently, so
they will look better for longer. We trust you’ll enjoy the benefits of numerous drying cycles and
options, its extra large capacity and reverse tumbling.
Please take the time to read this User Guide carefully. It will help you to operate and maintain
your new AeroCare dryer. Your safety and the safety of others is very important. Located on your
dryer and throughout this guide are safety messages and instructions; it is important that you
understand and follow them.
We hope you enjoy your new dryer.
Important!
It is important that this User Guide should be retained with your AeroCare clothes dryer for
future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, please ensure
that the User Guide is left with the appliance. This will ensure that the new owner can familiarize
themselves with the information and warnings contained within the Guide.
Fig.1 AeroCare dryer models

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Important safety instructions
Symbols
Symbols will be used in this Guide to highlight when extra care is required. Abide by these at all
times to ensure you and your family are not harmed while operating your dryer.
It is important to always act with caution and use common sense when operating your dryer.
Use only as instructed by the User Guide.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can
present risk of losing life, or hurt you and others.
The safety alert symbol and the word WARNING will precede all safety
messages. This word means:
You can be at risk of losing your life or being seriously
injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,
and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
WARNING

4Important safety instructions
WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Follow the safety precautions outlined in this User Guide.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Important safety precautions

Read all instructions carefully before using this dryer. Use this dryer only for its intended purpose
as described in this User Guide.

Installation must conform with local codes, or in 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

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber or gasfitter
qualified or licensed by the state, province, or region where this appliance is being installed.

This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions
before it is used.

This dryer, when installed, 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 the Canadian Electrical
Code, CSAC22.1.

Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to water or exposed to the weather.

Connect to a properly protected, rated and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing, unless specifically
recommended in the published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to
carry out.

To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this dryer from the power supply or disconnect
the dryer at the household distribution panel (by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit
breaker) before attempting any user maintenance or cleaning.

When disconnecting the dryer, pull by the plug rather than the cord or junction of the cord plug, to
avoid damage to the cord or junction of the cord plug.

Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subject to
stress or damage.

Do not tamper with the controls.

Note: Touching the POWER button does NOT disconnect the dryer from the power supply, even
though the lights are out.

Do not operate this dryer if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled or has missing
or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

This dryer must be directly connected to an approved fixed electrical outlet. It cannot be plugged
into an extension cord or an adaptor plug.

Do not use the dryer if there is water on the floor near the dryer. Call an Authorized Service Agent
if there is a leak.

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Important safety instructions
WARNING!
Fire Hazard
Only dry fabrics that have been washed with water.
Do not use a drying cycle with heat to dry articles containing foam
rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials. Only dry on the
AIRDRY cycle.
A clothes dryer produces combustible lint and must be exhausted
outdoors. Take care to prevent the accumulation of lint around the
exhaust opening and in the surrounding area.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless
recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or personal injury.
To reduce the risk of fire in a tumble dryer the following should be observed:

Do not place items in a tumble dryer that have previously been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in,
or spot cleaned with flammable liquids or solids. They give off vapors which are a fire or explosion
hazard. Highly flammable substances commonly used in domestic environments include acetone,
denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some brands of spot removers and dry cleaning solvents,
turpentine, waxes, wax removers, vegetable oil, fish oil, massage oil, and cooking oil.

Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils
may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.

Do not leave hot oil-affected items in a pile or stack. This can prevent heat from escaping and can
create a fire hazard. Oil-affected items can ignite spontaneously, especially when exposed to heat
sources such as a tumble dryer. The items become warm causing an oxidation reaction in the oil. This
oxidation creates heat. If the heat cannot escape the items can become hot enough to catch fire.

Do not use a drying cycle with heat to dry items containing rubber, foam rubber, plastic or similar
materials (such as padded bras, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags, pillows etc), as these
materials might melt or burn. Some rubber materials when heated can under certain circumstances
produce fire by spontaneous combustion. Only dry on the AIR DRY cycle.
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Unless specifically recommended by their manufacturer, do not use fabric softeners or similar
products in a tumble dryer.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable gases and liquids near this or any other appliance.

Keep the area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the
accumulation of combustible materials such as lint, dust, dirt, paper, rags, chemicals etc.

Do not store any items that may burn or melt (such as paper materials, plastics or plastic containers
etc) next to the dryer.
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Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer, before or after each load.

The dryer must be exhausted to the outside. Carefully follow the exhausting and venting details in
the Installation Instructions.

The interior of the appliance and the exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified
service personnel.

6Important safety instructions
Safe use of the dryer
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Do not allow children to play inside, on, around or with this dryer or any other appliance. Close
supervision is necessary if this dryer is used near children.

Never climb on, climb into, or stand on the dryer top, or drum, or apply weight to the door.
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Keep the floor around your dryer clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.

If your dryer is running and you want to unload or add clothes, touch START/PAUSE then open
the dryer door.
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Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
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Undergarments that contain metal reinforcements should not be placed directly in the dryer.
Damage to the dryer can result if the metal reinforcements come loose during drying. If you wish
to dry these items use the drying rack supplied with your dryer.

BEFORE THE APPLIANCE IS REMOVED FROM SERVICE OR DISCARDED, REMOVE THE DOOR.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Installation instructions 7
WARNING! – Risk of fire
Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.
DO NOT install the clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If flexible
metal (foil-type) duct is installed, it must be identified by the dryer manufacturer
as suitable for use with clothes dryers and installed in strict accordance with the
instructions found on pages 26 to 38 of these installation instructions. Flexible
venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint. These
conditions will obstruct dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
The dryer must be vented to the outdoors.
Use only rigid metal 4”(102 mm) diameter ductwork inside the dryer cabinet and use
only UL-listed transition ducting between the dryer and the home duct.
Do not install or store this appliance in any location where it could be exposed to
water and/or weather.
To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before you begin
Read the important safety instructions on the inside cover and on pages 3 – 6 before you start
installing the dryer.
Check to make sure you have all the tools and parts necessary to correctly install this appliance.
Tools required:
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Adjustable wrench 10” (254 mm) ×2 (for gas connection).
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Flat-blade screwdriver.

Slip joint pliers.

Pipe wrench 8” (203 mm) (for gas connection).

Phillips screwdriver.

Drill with ⁄” (3 mm) drill bit (for bottom venting only).

Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent).
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Glasses.
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Gloves.
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Knife.
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Hacksaw.
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Spirit level.

Installation instructions
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Materials:
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4”(102mm) diameter rigid metal duct (recommended).
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4”(102mm) diameter UL-listed flexible metal duct (if needed).

4”(102mm) diameter metal elbow(s).

Flexible metal gas line connector (for gas connections only).

Duct or spring clamps(2).

Pipe joint compound (pipe dope or tape) for gas pipe connections, resistant to LP Propane,
butane and natural gas (for gas connections only).

Exhaust/vent hood.
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Duct tape.

Soap solution for gas leak detection (for gas connections only).

¾”(19mm) strain relief (electric connections only).

Dryer power cord kit (power cord is not supplied with United States models).
Requirement: UL-rated 120/240V, 30 amp with 3 or 4 prongs. Identify the plug type needed from
the existing house receptacle before purchasing. Length of cord must be at least 5 feet (1.5 m) long.
To the installer
Read these instructions completely and carefully.

These instructions must be left with the home owner for future reference.

Correct installation is the responsibility of the installer.

Installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified installer.

The dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.

Remove the door from an old dryer before it is removed and discarded.

The wiring diagram and service information can be found in the control console.
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The Warranty does not cover product failure as a result of improper installation.

The dryer must be installed in a location where the temperature is above 50°F (10°C) to ensure
suitable operation of the dryer control system.

UL-listed duct material must be used. Discard existing plastic or metal foil duct and replace with
UL-listed duct material.
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Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Follow the installation instructions carefully.
Important!

Save these instructions for local electrical inspector’s use.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.

Installation instructions 9
Unpacking
To ensure the best performance from the dryer, please follow the instructions below.
WARNING!
Excess Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install the dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Important!
Only remove the packaging at the customer’s premises.
This will ensure the appliance arrives in pristine condition and reduces the risk of damage during
transportation to the customer’s home.
1. Remove packaging
Remove all of the outer packaging. Dispose of unwanted packaging thoughtfully.
2. Discard packing material from around dryer feet
Tilt the dryer sideways and remove the foam shipping pads by pulling at the sides and breaking
them away from the dryer feet. Be sure to remove all the foam pieces before continuing with
installation.
3. Drying rack
Open the door. Remove the tape holding the drying rack in place. Remove the rack and remove
protective tape from ‘legs’ of rack.
4. Accessories
Remove the accessories from inside the dryer.
Fig.2 Unpacking your dryer correctly

10 Installation instructions
Location requirements
WARNING!
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from
thedryer.
Place dryer at least 18” (460 mm) above the floor for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.
The dryer must be installed or stored in an area which is not exposed to water or weather.
It is extremely important that the dryer is installed in a well ventilated location. This dryer must
exhaust air outdoors. Do not install the dryer in any room or closet which does not permit the
free flow of replacement air. The free area of any opening for the introduction of outside air shall
not be less than twice the area of the dryer exhaust outlet.
The area in which the dryer is located must be kept clear and free from combustible materials,
gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. A dryer produces combustible lint so the area
around the dryer must be cleaned regularly to keep it free of lint.
Make sure dryer is in a suitable location for installation.
Consider installing the dryer before the washing machine in a side by side installation, this will
allow better access to electrical and exhaust connections.

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Installation instructions
Minimum clearance required other than alcove or closet installation
Allow sufficient room behind the dryer for the exhaust. The air intake is at the rear of the dryer.
Ensure that there is a sufficient air passage on each side of the dryer for intake air.
The minimum clearance to combustible surfaces and for air openings are: 1” (25 mm) clearance
both sides, 2” (51 mm) clearance at the front, and 1” (25 mm) clearance at the rear, or 5” (127mm)
clearance if the dryer exhaust duct is at the rear. Consideration must also be given to provide
adequate clearance for proper operation and service.
29 ½” (743 mm)
27” (683 mm)
41 ½” (1051 mm)*
Fig.3 AeroCare dimensions
52 ½” (1332 mm)
* Excludes adjustable foot height

12 Installation instructions
Requirements for alcove or closet installation
Your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet (as specified on the dryer back).
WARNING!
When installing a dryer in a closet alcove it MUST be exhausted to the outdoors. No
other fuel burning appliance can be installed in the same closet or alcove.
The total ventilation area must be a minimum of 60 sq. in. (387 cm
2
) of open area equally
distributed. If the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of
120 sq. in. (774 cm
2
) of open area equally distributed. The openings must never be obstructed (a
louvered door with the minimum air opening is acceptable). Minimum installation clearances are
required but more clearance is recommended.
1” (25 mm) 1” (25 mm) 1” (25 mm) min 1” (25 mm)
(rear of product to wall)
minimum clearance
required
56 ⁄” (1430 mm)
total ventilation area
120 in.sq (774 cm)
Fig.4 Minimum clearances
Fig.5 Minimum ventilation
min 2” (50 mm)

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Installation instructions
Requirements for alcove or closet installation continued
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The closet should be vented to the outdoors to prevent gas pocketing in case of a gas leak in the
supply line.
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No other fuel-burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet with the dryer (gas models
only).
Note: when the exhaust duct is located at the rear of the dryer, minimum clearance required
from the wall is 5” (127 mm).
Bathroom or bedroom installation
The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors. See “Exhausting the dryer” (page 26).
Mobile or manufactured home installation
Installation is required to comply with the Manufactured Home Construction & Safety Standard,
title 24CFR, part 3280. If or when such standard is not applicable, installation must comply with
the American National Standard for Mobile Home, ANSI/NFPA No. 501.

The dryer MUST be vented to the outdoors with the termination securely fastened to the mobile
home structure.
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Exhaust ducts MUST be securely fastened to a non-combustible portion of the mobile home
structure.
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The exhaust MUST NOT be terminated beneath a mobile or manufactured home.
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The exhaust duct material MUST BE METAL.
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The exhaust duct MUST NOT be connected to any other duct, vent, or chimney, or be vented into
a wall, ceiling or concealed space of a building.

Do not use sheet metal screws or other fastening devices which extend into the interior of the
exhaust vent.
In addition to the above, for gas dryer models:

Kit 14-D346-33 MUST be used to attach the dryer securely to the structure.

Provide an opening with a free area of at least 25 sq. in. (161 cm
2
) for introduction of outside air
into the dryer room.
Residential garage installation
Dryers installed in residential garages must be elevated 18” (460 mm) above the floor.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the
National Electrical Code, NFPANO.70 (for electric dryers) or National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSIZ223.1/NFPA54 (for gas dryers) in the United States; and the Canadian Electrical Code
CSAC22.1 (for electric dryers) or Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSAB149.1 (for gas
dryers), in Canada.

Installation instructions
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Connecting a gas dryer (skip for electric dryer)
Refer to page 7 for tools required.
Note: installation and service of this dryer must be performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
Gas supply and installation requirements
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
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Installation of the dryer must be completed by a plumber or gas fitter licensed by the state.

When using ball-type gas shut-off valves, the t-handle type shall be used.

If using a flexible gas connector, this must not exceed a length of 3 feet in total.
WARNING!
Explosion Hazard
Installations must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor,
plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the state, province, or
region where this appliance is being installed.
Use a new AGA or CSA approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve in an accessible place.
Only use a gas shut-off valve approved for use within the state, province,
or region where this appliance is being installed.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connecting to LP Gas, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure
does not exceed 13”(330 mm) water column.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Installation instructions 15
WARNING!
To Reduce the Risk of Fire, Electrical Shock and Personal Injury:
Before connecting the dryer turn off circuit breaker(s) or remove the dryer’s circuit
fuses at its electrical box. Ensure the power cord is unplugged from the wall socket.
Ensure the gas shut off valve in the supply line is OFF.
Use only new ducting materials. Remove and discard old flexible gas connector and
duct material.
Gas type
This gas dryer is equipped with a valve and burner assembly for use only with natural gas. Your
local service organization can convert this dryer for use with propane (LP) gas, using conversion
kit WC254C1258A001.
Important!
All conversions must be completed by correctly trained and qualified personnel, in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
Pressure testing

The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing
of the system at a pressure greater than 0.5psi (3.5kPa).

The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing the equipment shut-off
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping of test pressure equal to or less than
0.5psi (3.5kPa).
Gas supply

A ⁄” National Pipe Taper (NPT) plugged tapping must be installed immediately upstream of the
gas supply connection to the dryer. This must be accessible for test gauge connection. Please
contact your local gas utility if you have questions regarding the installation of the plugged
tapping.

The gas supply line is to be ½” (12.7 mm) rigid pipe. The line must be equipped with an
accessible shut-off which is within 6 feet (1.8 m) of the dryer AND in the same room as the
appliance.

Pipe thread compound appropriate for Natural or Propane (LP) gas must be used.

New flexible metal gas line connector should be used to connect the dryer and gas supply.

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Elevation adjustment

The input ratings of gas operated clothes dryers are based on their operation at sea level, and
need not be adjusted for operation at or below 2000 ft. (610 m) elevation. For operation at
elevations above 2000feet (610m), input ratings should be reduced at a rate of four percent per
1000feet (305m) elevation above sea level.

Installation must conform to all local codes and ordinances. In the absence of local codes and/or
ordinances, installation shall conform to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSIZ223.1/NFPA54, or the
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSAB149.1.
Gas supply connection
Note: add to vertical dimension the
distance between cabinet bottom to floor
⁄” NPT Male thread gas supply
2 ½” (64 mm)
1 ¾” (45 mm)
Fig.6 Gas connection at rear of dryer

Installation instructions 17
Connecting the dryer to the gas supply
Gas connection parts
Ensure you have the following parts before installing the dryer.
Fig.7 Parts required for gas connection
New metal flexible
gas line connector
Adapter
Elbow
⁄” NPT
Adapter
⁄” NPT pipe plug for
checking gas inlet pressure
Shutoff valve
Pipe size at least ½” (12.7 mm)
Connecting to dryer

Install a female ⁄” NPT elbow at the gas inlet end of the dryer.

Attach a ⁄” flare union adapter to the female NPT elbow.
Using two adjustable wrenches tighten
the flexible gas line connection
Fig.9 Tighten connections
Apply pipe compound to the adapter
and dryer gas inlet threads
Fig.8 Attaching elbow and adapter
Important!
Securely hold on to the end of the dryer gas inlet with a pipe wrench to help prevent twisting
the inlet.

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Connecting to supply
Fig.10 Connecting supply
Plugged
Tapping
Shutoff valve
Apply pipe
compound to
all male threads
Fig.11 Tightening supply connections
Using two adjustable
wrenches tighten all
connections
Important!
Do not over tighten the connections.
Test for gas leaks
WARNING!
NEVER use an open flame to test for gas leaks.

Turn on the gas (open the gas shut off valve).

All connections should be checked for leaks with a soapy, or equivalent solution. Apply a soap
(or equivalent) solution to the connection points. If leaks are found, close the shut-off valve,
re-tighten the joint, then repeat the test.
Note: Do not use a solution that contains ammonia. This may cause damage to the brass fittings.
Open gas valve
Fig.12 Testing for gas leaks