Maytag Washer/Dryer User manual

NIAYI'AG STACKED WASHER/DRYER
_,oINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The installation, including a proper exhaust system, is the responsibility of the owner.
LEAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONSWITHTHE OWNER
Printedin U.S.A. 6 2708140-0498

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TOOLS needed for installation
• Teflontape or pipejoint • Level
compound (gas) • Screwdriver (standard)
• Cutting knife • Ducttape
• Pipewrench(gas) • Crescentwrench
• Ratchet • 3/8"deepwell socket
___,(_)_1 • 5/16"socket(electric- U.S. only)
• 5/16" nutdriver
ElectricWasher/Dryer Only Gas Washer/Dryer Only
ITEMS PROVIDED 0
Makesure youhave everythingnecessaryfor properinstallation.
1.GROUNDEDELECTRICALOUTLET isrequired. See Electrical Requirementsstartingon page 6.
2. POWERCORDSfor electricdryers (exceptCanada).
3. GASLINES(if a gas dryer) must meet Nationaland LocalCodes.
4. EXHAUSTSYSTEM- userigid metalorflexiblemetalexhaust ducting.See Exhaust Requirementsin
this section.
5. UTILITIESSHUTOFFS (electric,gas andwater) must be accessibleafterinstallation.
NOTE: Dryerdoor reversalinstructionsare on page 23 items 58 and 59.
27V2"
I,69.9cm • I
27"
Location Location
of Canadian of Canadian
terminal terminal
block
block (electric 1 _8,:_,._
models) .v _,.,} Dryer
/
_5/16" _cationoyer terminal I,
2.4 block on electric models _'___L- 3/4"
and power supply cord _ I-tl.9 cm
Connection on gas moaeJs _,'_
Gas Manifold (except Canadian)
--,. . 1_18"
711/2" 2.9 cm
81.6 cm
3/8"rain.Washer
395/32" .95 cm
washer water I 27_/2"
washer drain hose valve connections 69.9 cm
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Exhaust Hood Type
90° Turns
4" 2-1/2"
Maximumlength of 4-inchdiameter
rigid metalduct
0 65 ft. 59 ft.
1 54 ft.48 ft.
2 44 ft. 38 ft,
3 36 ft. 30 ft.
4 28 ft. 22 ft.
Maximumlengthof 4-inchdiameter
flexiblestiff wailedmetalduct
0 36 ft.28 ft.
1 32ft. 24ft.
2 28ft. 20ft.
3 25 ft. 17ft.
4 23ft. 15ft.
Fordifficultinstallationsrequiringa flexibletransition, multi-layeredthinfoil exhaust duct maybeused.
Thinfoilduct:
• mustbe the typethat isapprovedfordryer installationsby ULor other comparabletesting agency.
• mustconformto allapplicablecodes.
• mustonly be used as atransitionbetweenthe dryer and the wallconnection.
• mustnot exceed8 feet in lengthwhen stretched.
• mustnot interconnectwith otherthin foil flexibleducts.
• mustbe extendedto the full lengthwith any excessremoved.
• must be installedonly by a qualified and trained installer,
• mustnot be placed nearsharpobjects.
• must be kept as straightas possible.
• mustnot be usedinside the dryer.
•mustbe inspectedregularlyto be surethat it hasnot becomecrushedor otherwiserestricted.
Thinfoil duct will reduce airflow resultingin longer drying times.Toreducethe negativeeffectondrying
performancethe thin foilducting:
• shouldbe shapedsuch that thereare no morethan two 90-degreeelbowsin the foil duct.
• shouldnot be usedin conjunctionwith rigidduct runsthat are longer than 20 feet.
• shouldnot be usedin duct runsthat includemorethanthree90-degreeelbows.
• shouldbe supportedto minimizesagging.
Seriousblockagecan result in flexible metalduct if benttoo sharp.Neverinstall anytype of ducting in walls,
ceilings,or otherconcealedspaces.
Keepexhaustduct as straightandshort as possible.Exhaust systemslonger than recommendedcanextend
dryingtimes,affectmachine operationand maycollect lint.Securejoints with ducttape.
Donot use screws.
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Exhaust Hood Type
90° Turns
4" 2-1/2"
Maximumlength of 4-inchdiameter
rigid metalduct
0 65 ft. 59 ft.
1 54 ft.48 ft.
2 44 ft. 38 ft,
3 36 ft. 30 ft.
4 28 ft. 22 ft.
Maximumlengthof 4-inchdiameter
flexiblestiff wailedmetalduct
0 36 ft.28 ft.
1 32ft. 24ft.
2 28ft. 20ft.
3 25 ft. 17ft.
4 23ft. 15ft.
Fordifficultinstallationsrequiringa flexibletransition, multi-layeredthinfoil exhaust duct maybeused.
Thinfoilduct:
• mustbe the typethat isapprovedfordryer installationsby ULor other comparabletesting agency.
• mustconformto allapplicablecodes.
• mustonly be used as atransitionbetweenthe dryer and the wallconnection.
• mustnot exceed8 feet in lengthwhen stretched.
• mustnot interconnectwith otherthin foil flexibleducts.
• mustbe extendedto the full lengthwith any excessremoved.
• must be installedonly by a qualified and trained installer,
• mustnot be placed nearsharpobjects.
• must be kept as straightas possible.
• mustnot be usedinside the dryer.
•mustbe inspectedregularlyto be surethat it hasnot becomecrushedor otherwiserestricted.
Thinfoil duct will reduce airflow resultingin longer drying times.Toreducethe negativeeffectondrying
performancethe thin foilducting:
• shouldbe shapedsuch that thereare no morethan two 90-degreeelbowsin the foil duct.
• shouldnot be usedin conjunctionwith rigidduct runsthat are longer than 20 feet.
• shouldnot be usedin duct runsthat includemorethanthree90-degreeelbows.
• shouldbe supportedto minimizesagging.
Seriousblockagecan result in flexible metalduct if benttoo sharp.Neverinstall anytype of ducting in walls,
ceilings,or otherconcealedspaces.
Keepexhaustduct as straightandshort as possible.Exhaust systemslonger than recommendedcanextend
dryingtimes,affectmachine operationand maycollect lint.Securejoints with ducttape.
Donot use screws.
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DONOT exhaustdryer into anywall,ceiling,crawl spaceor a concealedspace of a building,gas vent,
or anyother common ductor chimney. This could createa fire hazardfrom lint expelledby the dryer.
The exhaustductshould end withan exhaust hoodwith a swingout damperto preventbackdraftsand entry
of wildlife. NEVERuse an exhausthood with a magneticdamper. The hood should haveat least 12inches
of clearance betweenthe bottomof the hood andthe groundor otherobstruction. The hoodopeningshould
pointdown. NEVERinstall a screenoverthe exhaustoutlet.
Whenpossible,do notexhaust the dryer directlyinto a windowwell in orderto avoid lint build-up. Do not
exhaustundera houseorporch.
If exhaustductworkmustrunthrough an unheatedarea,the duct shouldbe insulated and slope slightly down
towardsthe exhaust hoodto reducecondensationand lint build-up.
If an existingexhaust system is to be used with your dryer(s)you must be sure:
•The exhaustsystemmeetsall local, stateand national codes.
• That plasticflexibleduct is not used.
• Tocompletelyinspectand cleanall lint accumulatingfrom the interiorof the duct.
• The duct is not kinkedor crushed.
• The exhaust hooddamperopens andcloses freely.
Inspectand cleanthe interiorof the exhaust systemat leasttwice a year. Disconnectelectricservice priorto
cleaning. Check gas line on gas dryers anytimethe dryer is moved.
Frequentlycheckto be sure the exhausthooddamper opensand closesfreely.
WASHER REQUIREMENTS
Waterpressureof 20to 120 p.s.i,is requiredto correctlyfill the washerto the properlevels.
DRAIN FACILITY
Recommendedheightof the stand pipeis 36 inches. Ifthe stand pipe is less than 36 incheshigh,the drain
hoseshould be routedthroughthe clip to raisethe hoseto the properheight. Standpipe mustbe large
enoughto acceptthe outsidediameterof the drain hose.
Without the 36 inches high elevation, water may runoutof the washer prematurely. Shouldthe washer
fill and drain atthe sametime could indicatethat the drain hosehas notbeen elevatedto the properheight.
Thedrain hoseis attachedat the factory.
FLOORING
For bestperformancethe washer mustbe installedon a solidly constructedfloor. Wood floors may needto
be reinforcedto minimizevibration and/or unbalancedload situations. Carpetingand soft tile surfaces are
contributingfactorsin vibration and/ortendency for awasher to moveslightly during the spin cycle. Never
installthe washer on a platform orweak supportedstructure.
LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS
It is recommendedthe washer never be installedin areaswherewater mayfreeze since the washer will
always maintainsome waterin the watervalve, pump and hoseareas. This can cause damageto belts,
pump, hosesand othercomponents. Operatingtemperatureshould be above 60°F.
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GAS REQUIREMENTS
Useonly Naturalor LP (liquidpropane)gases.
THE INSTALLATIONMUSTCONFORMWITHLOCALCODES,OR IN THEABSENCEOF LOCALCODES,
WITHTHE NATIONALFUELGAS CODEANSI/Z223.1,LATESTREVISION(FORTHE UNITEDSTATES),
OR WITHTHE CAN/CGA-B149INSTALLATIONCODES(FORCANADA).
A gasdryer is equippedwith a burnerorifice foroperationon NATURALgas. If the dryer is to be operated
on LPgas,it mustbe convertedfor safe and proper performanceand mustbe converted bya
qualifiedservice technician. Conversionkits from NATURALto LP,or LP to NATURALare available
through your localdealer (seeAccessories). Ifother conversionsarerequired,check with the localgas utility
for specificinformationconcerningconversionrequirements.
Eachdryerwill providean input of 22,000 B.T.U.per hour.
A 1/2inchgassupplylineis recommendedand mustbe reducedto connectto the 3/8 inchgasline onthe
dryer.
The internalgasshut-off isaccessedby removingthe accesspanelon the dryer. The shut-off ispositioned
for easy accessnearthe gas valve.
The NationalFuelGas Code requiresthat an accessible,approvedmanualgas shut offvalve be installed
within 6feet of the dryer.
Additionally,a 1/8 inch N.P.T.(NationalPipeThread) pluggedtapping, accessiblefor test gaugeconnection,
mustbe installedimmediatelyupstreamof the gas supplyconnectionto the dryer.
Thedryermustbe disconnectedfromthegassupply pipingsystemduringanypressuretestingofthesystem.
DO NOT re-useold flexible metalgasline. Flexiblegas line mustbe design certifiedby AmericanGas
Association(CGAin Canada).NOTE: Any pipejoint compoundused mustbe resistantto the actionof any
liquefiedpetroleumgas.
NOTE: Asa courtesy,mostlocal gas utilitieswill inspecta gas applianceinstallation.
GAS IGNITION -
Thedryeruse anautomaticignitionsystemto ignitethe burner.There is no constant burning pilot.
GROUNDING
• Improperconnectionof the equipment-groundingconductorcan resultin a riskof
electricalshock. Checkwith a qualifiedelectricianor servicemanif you arein
I 1_0 I doubtas to whetherthe applianceis properlygrounded.
•Do not modifythe plug providedwith the appliance- if it will not fit the outlet,
havea properoutletinstalledby a qualifiedelectrician.
• Topreventunnecessaryriskof fire, electricalshock or personalinjury,all wiring
and groundingmust be done in accordancewith the NationalElectricalCode
ANSI/NFPA,No.70-Latest Revision(for U.S.)or the CanadianElectricalcode
CSAC22.1-LatestRevision(for Canada)and localcodes and ordinances. It is
the personalresponsibilityand obligationof the applianceowner to provideadequateelectrical services
forthis appliance.
• All gas installationsmustbe done in accordancewith the NationalFuelGas CodeANSI/Z223.1-Latest
Revision(forthe U.S.)or the CAN/CGA-B149InstallationCodes-LatestRevision(forCanada)and local
codesand ordinances.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING- TOprevent
unnecessaryrisk of fire,
NOTE: Wiring diagram is located inside the access panel, electricalshock or
personalinjury,all wiring
Export models(not U.S. or Canada): and grounding must be
See AdditionalInstructionsfor ExportModelson the following donein accordance
pages, with local codes,with
the National Electrical Code,
GROUNDING ANSl/NFPA(for the United States)
or the Canadian Electrical Code
Eachdryer mustbegrounded.Inthe eventof malfunctionor CSAC22.1 (for Canada).
breakdown,the groundwill reduce the risk of electricalshock by
providing a pathof leastresistancefor electricalcurrent.
GASMODELS _
Eachapplianceisequippedwitha cordhavinganequipment-grounding
conductoranda groundingplug. Theplugmustbe pluggedintoan
appropriateoutletthatisproperlyinstalledandgroundedinaccordance
withalllocalcodesandordinances.
Do notmodifythe plug providedwith theappliance- if it will not fit the
outlet,have a properoutletinstalledby a qualifiedelectrician.
If a separateground is requiredby local codes,anaccessorygroundwireand groundclamp isavailable. Con-
nectgroundwireto backof unitwiththecabinetgroundscrew and washertheground screwand washerar
foundinthe partspackage.Secureotherend of groundwire to a suitableexternalgroundconnection.The
wire maybe securedwith the clampto a groundedCOLDmetalwater pipe. NEVER CONNECTGROUND
WIRETO PLASTICPLUMBINGLINES,GAS LINESOR HOTWATERPIPES.
ELECTRIC MODELS
If a powercordis notusedandtheelectricdryeristo be perma-
nentlywired,thedryermustbeconnectedto a groundedmetal, WARNING: Improper
permanentwiringsystem;oran equipmentgroundingconductor connectionof the
mustbe runwiththe circuitconductorsandconnectedto the equipmentgrounding
equipmentgroundingterminal, conductorcan resultin
a riskof electricshock.
U.S.Electricmodelsare shippedwith a groundstrap connected
fromthe neutralterminalblockpostto theframeof eachdryer. If Checkwith a qualified
localcodesprohibitsthe use ofthe groundstrap,the dryermustbe electricianor servicemanif youare in
groundedinaccordancewith localcodes,doubt asto whetherthe applianceis
properlygrounded.
Eachelectricdryermustbe connectedto a groundedmetal,
permanentwiringsystem;oran equipmentgroundingconductor
mustbe runwith the circuitconductorsand connectedtothe
equipmentgroundingterminal.
ELECTRICALCONNECTIONS
BEFOREOPERATINGOR TESTING,follow all groundinginstructionsin GroundingSectionabove.
An individualbranch (or separate)circuit servingonly thisapplianceis recommended.DO NOT USEAN
EXTENSIONCORD.
GASMODELS - U.S. and Canada
A 120volt,60 HzAC,approvedelectricalsupply,witha 15amperefuseorcircuitbreakerisrequired.
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ELECTRIC MODELS - U.S.and Canada
A 120/240volt,60 HzAC approvedelectricalservicefusedthrougha 30amperefuseor circuitbreakeronboth
sidesofthe lineisrequiredforthe dryeranda 120volt60 HzACapprovedelectricalsupplywith a 15ampere
fuseorcircuitbreakerforthe washer.
Ifa powercord is used,the cord should be pluggedintoa 30 ampere receptacle.
U.S. ELECTRIC MODELS
The powercord is NOTprovidedwith U.S. electricmodeldryers.
IMPORTANT: Whenpermitted by localcodes, the dryerelectrical supply maybe connectedby meansof a
newpowersupplycord kit, markedfor usewith clothes dryer,that is U.L.listed, ratedat 120/240volts
minimum,30 ampereswith three No. 10copperwire conductorsterminated with closedloop terminals,
open-endspadelugs with turnedup ends orwith tinned leads.
Donot reuse a powersupply cordfrom an old dryer. The powercord electricsupplywiring mustbe retained
at the dryercabinet with a suitable ULlisted strain relief.
Ifthe dryer isto be installedin an areawhere local codesdo not permitgroundingthrough neutral, onlya 4
conductorpowercord, ratedand terminatedas above,maybe used.
120/208Volt Electrical Systems:
A U.S.electricwasher/dryermustbe convertedif it isto operateon a 120/208volt electricalsystem. A heating
elementconversionkitis availableforthe dryeralongwith a transformerfor the washer (seeAccessories).
CANADIAN ELECTRIC MODELS
All Canadian modelsare shipped with the power cord attached.
It is not permissibleto convert a dryer in Canada to208volts,
Additional Instructionsfor Export Models
(notU.S. or Canada)
Contactthe distributorthat sold the applianceor: Maytag International,8700W. Bryn MawrAvenue,Chicago,
IllinoisUSA 60631,773-714-0100, for informationon product,shippingdamage,replacementpartsand
accessories.
Maytagmodels manufacturedfor operationon 60 HzAC are not designedfor use on 50 HzAC
electricalserviceand conversionof the productfrom 60to 50 Hz operationis not recommended. For
additionalinformationon 50 Hz products,contact Maytag International.
The electricservicerequirementscan befound on the data labellocated onthe frontof the dryer behindthe
door.
EXPORT ELECTRIC MODELS
Exportelectricmodelsare manufacturedforoperationon either 230/240volt, 50 Hzor 220 volt, 60 Hz
approvedelectricservice. A two-wireapprovedelectricalservicewith a30 amperefuseor circuit breakeris
required. The dryermust be properlygroundedwith a groundwire.
IMPORTANT:When permitted by local codes,the dryer electricalsupply may be connectedby meansof a
newpowersupplycord kit, markedfor use withclothesdryers, that is agencylisted, ratedat 240 volts
minimum,30 ampereswith two No. 10copper wire conductorsterminatedwith closedloopterminals,
open-endspadelugs with turnedup ends orwith tinned leads.
Donot reuse a powersupply cordfrom an old dryer. The powercord or electric supplywiring must be
retainedat the dryercabinetwith a suitableagencylisted strain relief.
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ADDITIONALINFORMATION
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Ifthe dryer requiresreplacementpartsor accessories,contact your local Maytagdealer fromwhom you
purchasedyourapplianceor:
MaytagCustomerService
240 EdwardsStreet, S.E.
Cleveland,Tennessee 37311
Phone[phone],for informationon the nearestauthorizedMaytag Parts Distributor.
EXPORT MODELS
Contactthe CommercialDistributorfromwhom you purchasedyour applianceor:
MaytagInternational
8700 W. Bryn MawrAvenue
Chicago, Illinois,USA 60631
Phone[phone],for informationon the nearest authorizedMaytagPartsDistributor.
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To install...
1•Carefullyremoveany packagingmaterialsfrom the outsideof the
washer. Set asidetwo cornerpostsfor installation. IMPORTANT:
Noticethat the hoses and powercord aretied upwith a shipping
strap. Thestrap should not be cut or removed untilthe machine
is readyto be installed.
Figure 1
2.Laytwo cornerposts behindthe washer and _ ___ -•
gentlytip the washerover on to itsback. 4L_____j..jiI if///
3. Usinga screwdriver,pry off the crate bottom
wire retainers(2) and removethe crate bottom
fromthe washer.Figure2 Figure3
4. Locatetwo 1/2inch hex shippingbolts on bottomof
metalbase. Removeboth bolts, freeingthe tub and Shipping __
suspension. DO NOTBEALARMEDas the lastbolt Bolts
is removed,the tub will jumpto a positionwhere it is _
restingagainstthe back of the washer.
Figure4 __'_
5.Loosenthe four adjustablewasher legs and lock nuts. Install
vinyl feetfound in installationpackage. Feet can be more _--'---
easily installedwhen immersedin hotwater beforeinstalling.
Carefullyraise the washer backto an upright position.
6. At the installationsite, locatethe metalbucklesattachedto
the shippingstraps at backof washer. Carefullycut away
strapsnear both buckles,completely removingboth
bucklesfromthe washer.
Pull loose straps
from backof washer
oneat a time until
all strapshave been
Figure6 Figure7 removed.
Insertinlet hosescreensin the endsof the hot and cold inlethoses. Screensare found in the
miscellaneouspartspackage. Domedsurface isto facethe valve.
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7, Openthe washerdoor 90degrees.Removethe tape holding the accesscover. (Seefigure 8.)
Removethe accesscover by slidingforward. DONOTpull up. (Seefigure 9.)
Figure8 Figure9
8, Openthe AccessoryCartonand removethe access panel.Discardshipping materials. Gas dryers
includea gas pipe assemblyin the carton. (Seefigures 10& 11.)
Figure 10 Figure11
For Gas Dryers: Removered and blue threadprotectorsfromgas pipe. Knockout squareholeinrear of
supportand insertgas pipe throughhole.(See figures 12a-d.)Allow pipeto rest on inside
of support. (See figure 13.) Makesurevalve is closed. (Seefigure 13a.)
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Figure 12a Figure 12b
Figure12c Figure12d
Figure13 Figure13a
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9. For nonalcove installations, utilities and
venting can be connected after units are
stacked.
For alcoveinstallations:
Securetheexhaustbrackettothe rearofthe
washerwith screwsprovided.
(Seefigures14,15& 16.)
Unsnaphosesfromplastichosecaddy,leaving
caddyattachedto thebackofthe cabinet.
Connectfillhosestofaucets(hotwaterhoseis
the left hoseas youstandfacingthefrontofthe
washer). Insertthe drainhosein thestand pipe
recommendedheightof36 inches,minimumof
24inches. Note: Ifdrainhoseisnotsecurein
thestandpipe,usea portionofthe shipping
strapto securethedrainhoseto thestandpipe. Figure 14
Makesurethatdrainhoseissecuredto the hose
caddyafterinstallation.Fillhosesarenot to
besecuredtocaddy. Turnonwaterand checkforleaks.
Moveunitintoposition,levelandtightenthe levelinglocknutsonthe legs. Securethe ventpipeto the
exhaustbracket. (See figure 16.) MAKINGSUREFIRSTTHATOUTLETISNOTENERGIZED,plug
washerintooutlet.
Figure15 Figure 16
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For gas dryers applyjoint compoundor about 1-1/2wraps of Teflontape _ 1
over threadedconnectionon the end of the gas pipe. (See figure 17.)
1
Anelbow isrecommended,for additionaldepth, pointing downto allow
the unitto be locatedfurtherback intothe alcove. (Seefigure18.)
Note: Pipejoint compoundmustbe resistantto the action of anyliquefied
petroleumgas.
Add additionalfittingto connectthe 3/8 inch gas pipeto a femalethreaded
end of a 3/4 inchflexibleconnector makingsure the connectionistight. Figure 17
(See figure 19.)
Makesuretheshutoffvalveon theendof thegas pipeisclosedandconnecttothe gas supply.
Opengasservicevalve and checkall gas supplyconnectionsfrom servicevalvetoshutoffvalvefor
leaksusinga soap solution,DONOT use an openflame to checkfor
gasleaks. Ifbubbles occur,tightenthe connections and recheck.
NOTE: Asa courtesy,manylocal gas utilitieswill inspecta gas applianceinstallation. Checkwith your
local utilityto see if this service is providedin your area.
NOTE: The minimumpermissiblegas(naturalor mixed)supplypressure forpurposesof input
adjustmentis 4.5 inchesof water.
Figure18 Figure 19
10, Laythe dryer on itsside using 2 of the
cardboardcornerpoststo protectthe sideof
the cabinet. (See figure20.) Remove
protectivefilm fromthe control panel,and using
a 5/16 inch nut driver,removethe shipping
bolts (3) securingthe wood shippingbaseto
the bottom of the upperdryer.
Figure20
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11, For gas dryers:
Removeyellowthread protectorfromunion. (See figure21.)
Positionthe dryerupright in front of the washer,with the rearof the dryer facingthe washer. Toprevent
damageto floors do notslide the dryeron the floor!
NOTE: Forgas dryeralcove installation,plug powercord for dryer intoan outlet MAKINGSURE FIRST
THATOUTLETIS NOTENERGIZEDpriorto liftingdryer ontowasher.
Holdingthe baseto support bracket,removethe 2#10 hexhead screwsand basesupport brackets
(notehowthe bracketsare inserted)located atthe front of the dryer base,markedwith orange labels.
(See figures22 &23.) NOTE: Bracketsand screwswill be used later.
A protectiveconduit (plastic)is providedforthe powercord.Installthe conduit overthe powercord.
The conduitis slit to facilitate installation. (See figure24.)
Yellow
Thread
Protector Hex Base
Head
Screw Bracket
Figure21 Figure22
Base
Su
Bracket
Figure23 Figure24
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12, For electricdryers: I
TO MAKE ELECTRICALCONNECTIONFOR U.S.DRYERS
Reviewelectricalrequirementsonpage 6 of theseinstructions.
IMPORTANT- All U.S. modelsare producedfor a 3-WIRESYSTEM /®l _er_ I®
CONNECTION. Thedryer frame isgroundedto the neutralconductor
at the terminalblock. A 4-WIRE SYSTEMCONNECTIONis required
for newor remodeledconstruction,mobile homes,or if local codesdo
notpermit groundingthroughneutral. If the 4-wire systemis used,_ _ |
the dryerframecannotbe groundedto the neutralconductorat the / O
terminalblock. Refertothefollowinginstructionsfor 3-and 4-WIRE ,Figure 25
SYSTEMCONNECTIONS.
Removethe terminalblockcoverplate. (See figure25.) I i
B
I
A protectiveconduit(plastic)is providedforthe powercord. Cutthe
conduitsothat it isapproximately18 inchesshorterthan the power
cordandthreadthe powercordthroughthe conduit. (Seefigures26 &
27.)
Insertthe powercord with a U.L.listed strain reliefthroughthe hole Figure26
providedinthe cabinetnearthe terminal block. Note, a strain relief
must beused.
3-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
Do not loosenthe nuts alreadyinstalledonthe terminalblock. Be
surethey aretight. Usea 3/8 inchdeep nut driver.
Ifthe powercord hasterminals, placethe terminals overthe existing
nuts onthe posts. The neutral (whiteor center wire on power cord) Figure27
conductormust always be connectedto the center (silvercolored)
postofthe terminal block. 3-Wire System with
Securein placeusingthe nuts providedin the parts oackage.If the ,__,,_PowerCordAttached
powercord does not haveterminals, usethe cuppedwashersahead
of the nuts. Ground
Besure the terminalblocknuts aretight. Secure the powercord in
position. Tightenthe strain reliefscrew(s) inorder to clamp the strain
reliefto the cord. (See figure28.)
Replacetheterminalblock cover. Neutral
BEFOREOPERATINGOR TESTING,followthe groundingdirections
on page 5. Strain
4-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS relief
Removetheground strap screw fromthe terminalblock support. Fold Figure28
the groundstrap over so bothends of the ground strap are attached
to the centerterminalblock post. 4-Wire System with
Connecttheneutral (white)conductorof the cord to thecenter (silver) Power Supply Attached
postof theterminal block. Connectthe grounding(green)wire of the
cord to the terminalblock supportusingthe groundstrap screw. -- ° Folded
Connectthe redand black wiresof the cord to the outer posts ofthe Neutral _ _.'_'_ Ground
terminalblock. Post ----. __/StrapBe surethe terminalblock nutsare ontight. Securethe powercord in
positiOn.reliefto theTightencord,the(seeStrainfigurerelief29.)screw(s)in order to clamp the strain •///__ /e NeutralReplacethe terminalblock cover. Strain
WARNING: If convertingfrom 4-wireelectricalsystemsto 3-wire,the o _ Relief
groundstrap mustbe reconnectedto terminalblock supportto ground (_ 4''/
thedryer frameto the neutral conductor. Figure29
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2-WIRE AND GROUND SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 2-Wire and Ground System
Removetheterminalblockcoverplate.
Insertthepowercordwithanagencylistedstrainrelief (" _
throughtheholeprovidedinthe cabinetneartheterminal _ o
block.Note,a strainreliefmustbeused. __
Donotloosenthenutsalreadyinstalledontheterminal Neutral
block. Besuretheyaretight. Usea 3/8 inchdeepwell Post"Power
o o Cord
socket. Ground
Securethe powercord groundwiretothe terminal block _;Je ,Wire
supportusingthe groundscrew. (Seefigure 30.)
Ifthe powercord hasterminals, placethe terminals over
the existing nutsonthe posts. The neutralwire in power
cord mustbe connectedto the center (silvercolored Power
cord
postofthe terminalblock. Neutral o f-_ _. •and
Securein placeusing the nutsprovidedin the parts ("Ah JF"/- strain
package.If the powercord does nothaveterminals f relief
usethe cuppedwashersahead of the nuts.
Be surethe terminal block nutsaretight. Securethe Figure30
powercord in position. Tightenthe strainrelief screw(s)
in ordertoclampthestrainrelieftothe cord.
Replacethe terminalblockcover.
BEFOREOPERATINGOR TESTING, be surethe machineis properlygrounded.
EXPORT GAS MODELS
Exportgas modelsare manufacturedfor operationon either 230/240 volt, 50 Hz or 220volt, 60 HzAC
approvedelectricalservicewith a 15amperefuse or circuit breaker.
Export gasmodels have been manufacturedfor use with natural gas having a higher heatingvalue of approxi-
mately 1025 BTUpercubic foot. Conversionto LPgas with a higherheatingvalue of approximately2500
BTU per cubic foot must be performedby a qualified servicetechnician. A conversionkit is available.
For electric dryers in alcove installation:
MAKINGSURE FIRST THATOUTLET IS NOT ENERGIZED,plugpowercordfor dryerintoanoutletpriorto
liftingdryer ontowasher.
13.Makesurethat the exhaustseal isin placeand evenwith the end of the exhaustpipe.
(Seefigures31 & 32.)
Figure31 Figure32 Figure33
Makesurefront tabs are not bent, use screwdriverto straightentabs if bent. (See figure33.)
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1 4, Two people,one on eachside,grasp andliftthe dryeronto the washer (seefigure 34),takingcare not to
bendthe tabslocatedtowardsthe frontof the washer. Slide the upperdryertowardthe rearmakingsure
that theguidesfall betweenthe railson the supportof the washer. (Seefigure35.)
WARNING: Makesure POWERIS NOT SUPPLIEDTO OUTLETduringinstallation.
Whenplacingthe dryeronto the washer, makesure the POWERCORDISNOTPINCHEDbetween
thewasher andthedryer or betweenthe exhaust pipeand bracket. If the dryercannot be pushedall
the way back, checkto see if the powercord is beingpinchedbetween the back ofthe dryerand the
exhaust bracket.
Makesure thatSHUT-OFFFOR UTILITIES(electric,gas and water) WILLBEACCESSIBLEafter the
applianceis installed.
Figure34 Figure35
15.Checkto makesure the tabson the washer areengagedin slots atthe front of the base ofthe dryer.
(See figures36 & 37 -somecomponentsremovedfor clarity.)
Front Right
Dryer
Base
O
Figure36 Figure37
Rotateforward to checkengagement.
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16.Insert the base to support brackets (removed in step 11) on both sides the upper base and secure with
thescrewsalso removed in step 12. (See figures 38 & 39.)
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Dryer _\_ -\
Base - _
"/ Tab/_
...., _; Screw
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Figure38Figure39
17.Raise gas pipe with shut off valve up and secure to gas valve union• (See figure 40.) Tighten fitting
with a crescent wrench being careful not to over tighten. (Seefigure 41.)
Donot apply teflon tapeor pipesealing compoundtothe threads of the shutoff valve.This is a
brass expansion sleeve fitting.
Figure 40 Figure 41
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18.Openthe gas shutoffvalve inside the upperdryer (see figures42 & 43), and checkthe union
connectionto the gasvalve for leaks usinga soap solution,DO NOTusean open flame to check for
gas leaks. If bubblesoccur,tighten the connectionsand recheck. Make sure notto let solutiondrip
into anyelectricalconnectoror component.
NOTE: As a courtesy,manylocal gasutilitieswill inspecta gas applianceinstallation. Checkwith your
local utilityto seeif this service is providedin your area.
NOTE: The minimumpermissiblegas (naturalor mixed)supplypressure for purposesof input
adjustmentis4.5 inchesof water.
Figure42 Figure43
19.Removewire harnessesand plasticclipsfrom base (see figure44) andconnect each harnessto the
connectorin the washer makingsure lockingtabs are engaged,and harnessis tucked out ofthe way of
the dispenser. (Seefigures45 & 46.)
Figure45
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Figure 46
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