Whirlpool 3LG5706XP User manual

DRYER
3LG5706XP
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Before you start...
Mark an X across the letter or number
as you complete each step.
l Replace all access or service panels
before operating dryer
This appliance is suitable for mobile
home installations.
For Mobile Home use, this appliance
MUST be fastened to the floor and
MUST be exhausted to the outside.
Order Mobile Home Installation Kit
No. 346765 from your Whirlpool dealer
Kit includes the necessary fastening
hardware and detailed installation
instructions. Exhaust system hardware is
also available through your Whirlpool
dealer.
Input ratings shown on the rating plate
(serial tag) are for elevations up to
2,000 feet. For elevations above 2,000
feet, ratings should be reduced at a
rate of 4% for each 1,000 feet above
sea level.
A.
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You need these tools to install ,Q,
I your Whirlpool gas dryer.
Get them together in one place to
keep track of them.
knife
codes \
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permit, I113
recommended that flexible metal
tubing be used for connecting the
appliance to the gas supply line. (The
gas pipe which extends through the
lower rear of the appliance has % inch
male pipe thread.)
where you’re going to
G
If rigid pipe is used
n as a gas supply line,
a combination of pipe fittings
must be used to o&in an in-line
connection to the dryer
H
Make sure the
n lower edges of the
Gassupply
requirements
OBSERVEALL GOVERNING CODES
AND ORDINANCES
install the dt-yer.l,proper installation is
your responsibility.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows
2. Don’t touch electrical switches
3. Extinguish any open flame
4. Immediately call your gas
supplier.
liquids in the vicinity of this or
cabinet, plus the back and bottom
sides of the dryer are free of
obstructions to permit adequate
clearance of air openings for
combustion air,
I For ease of installation,
n operation and servicing
[if ever needed) adequate space
should be provided around the dryer.
J
A % inch NPT
I plugged tapping,
accessible for test gage connection,
must be installed immediately
upstream of the gas supply connection
to 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 1/2psig (3.45 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
piping system at test pressures equal
to or less than 1/2psig (3.45 kPa).
Important: observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
K
The dryer shut-off valve and
n the wirina diaaram are
A
First make certain
n that this dryer is
equipped with the correct burner for
the particular type of gas in the home
Burner information will be found on
the rating plate in door well of the
appliance. If this information does not
agree with the type of gas available,
see your dealer,
C
Make sure you
n have everything
necessary for proper installation.
Vou’ll need:
l To meet code requirements: some
codes keep from or limit installation of
clothes dryers in garages, closets,
mobile homes and sleeping quarters.
(Check with your local building
inspector.)
Important: observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
l To check utilities: proper gas and
electric supply connections should
be available.
l To check exhaust requirements:
a four inch metal exhaust duct is
recommended.
This dryer is equipped for use with
NATURAL GAS. Vou may use
manufactured, mixed and L.Pgases
with appropriate conversion. No
attempt shall be made to convert the
appliance from the gas specified
on the rating plate for use with a
different gas without consulting the
serving gas supplier. Conversion must
be done by a qualified service
technician.
C
Provide a gas supply line
n to the drver location. When
LOCATION located behind tee low% front access
panel. To open the access panel,
grasp the sides of the panel at the top
and pull out and down, The panel is
hinged at the bottom. Close the
access panel after servicing. Do not
operate the dryer with the access
panel open.
L If dryer will not operate, check n the following to be sure that:
I, Electric supply is connected,
2. Fuse is intact and tight.
3. Door is closed.
4. Controls are set in a running or
“On” position.
5. Start button has been pushed
firmly or the power control lever
moved upward to start
6. Gas shut-off valves are open both
on dryer and on supplv lines.
rigid pipe is used it’should be 1/2inch IPS.
When acceptable to the gas supplier,
3/ainch approved tubing may be used
for lengths under 20 feet. For lengths
over 20 feet, larger tubing should be
used. Pipe joint compounds resistant to
the action of LP gas must be used.
Size: Must be large enough to fully
open dryer door. For recessed or closet
installation spacing see panel B.
Support: The floor must be able to
support the appliance weight of 175
pounds.
Level floor: Maximum floor slope
under dryer - 1inch.
Protection from the weather: Proper
operation of dryer cycles requires
temperatures above 45” F,,or the dryer
may not shut off when automatic cycles
are used.
WARNING:
l It is the personal responsibility of the
customer to ensure that gasoline,
paint, thinners and other flammable
materials are not used or stored near
the dryer. Fumes from these materials
could result in fire or explosion.
l Never install the dryer up against
draperies or curtains or on carpet and
be sure to keep any and all items from
falling or collecting behind the dryer,
The supply line should be equipped
with a shut-off valve. This valve should
be located in the some room as the
dryer and should be in a location that
allows euse of opening and closing,
Do not block access to shut-off valve.
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If the dryer is installed in a confined
area suchas a bedroom, bathroom
or closet, it must be exhausted to
the outside and provision made for
enough air for combustion and
ventilation. (Check governing codes
and ordinances.) Also refer to the
section of this instruction covering
Recessed or Closet Installations.
Panel A

Electrical
requirements
Observe all governing Codes
and Ordinances.
1 A two wire, single phase, 220 Volt,
50 Hz, AC only, electrical power
supply is required on a separately
fused 15 Ampere circuit. [Time
delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended.)
2. An adequate electrical ground is
required within 4 feet of the
appliance location when using the
grounding wire supplied.
3. THEDRYERMUSTBECONNECTED
TOCOPPERWIREONLY.Aluminum
wire must not be used to avoid
potentially unsatisfactory
connections.
4. Local codes may permit the use
of a flexible type electrical power
supply cord (pigtail). A suitable
strain relief must be provided at the
point the power supply cord enters
the appliance.
5. The appliance may be connected
directly to the fused disconnect (or
circuit breaker) box through flexible
armored or non-metallic sheathed
cable. Allow two or three feet of
slack in the line between the wall
and the appliance so that it may
be moved if servicing is ever
necessary A suitable strain relief
must be provided at each end of
the electrical power supply cable
(at the appliance and at the
junction box). Wire sizes and
connections must conform with
the rating of the appliance
(15Amperes). DO NOT use an
extension cord.
Electrkaf
Connection
220 Volt - Single Phase -
2-Wire Connection
Electrical ground is required on
this appliance.
This appliance is manufactured with
the neutral terminal NOT connected
to the frame.
CONNECT GROUND
TO FUSED DIS- n
WIRE TO APPROVED
CONNECT BOX
OR APPROVED
WIRING DEVICE
FOR POWER
/ (15AMPERES)
Connect the power supply cord
as follows:
1. Remove the terminal block cover
2. Connect the two wires of the power
supply cord to the outer terminals of
the terminal block. See Figure 1.
For connecting plain-end field wire,
see Figure 2,
3. Replace terminal block cover
NOTE: Plain-end fieid wires must be
fastened between the terminals of
the terminal block and the nuts of the
terminal block screws as shown in
CONNECT GROUND #ii n
Figure 2
POWER SUPPLY (
(WITH STRAIN RE
(15AMPERES)
WIRE TO APPROVED
GROUND
4. Connect a separate copper’
grounding wire (No. 10 minimum] to
a grounded cold water pipe* by
means of a clamp and then to the
frame of the appliance at the
external grounding connector Use
Part No. 685463 grounding wire and
clamp assembly. Do not ground to
a gas supply pipe. Do not connect
PANEL B
the power supply cord to electric
power supply until appliance is
permanently grounded.
must have metal contfnuiy
to electrical ground and not be
Figure 3
Metrupted by plastlc, rubber or other
electrically nsulatlng connectors (fncludlng
water meter or pump] wIthout addlng a
jumper we at these connectlam
Exhaust
requirements
WARNING:
Metal flexible duct may be used.
Non-metallic flexible duct is not
recommended since it is a potential
fire hazard.
For Safety:
Do not exhaust dryer into a chimney,
furnace cold air duct, attic or crawl
space, or any other duct used for
venting. Accumulated lint could
become a fire hazard or moisture
could cause damage.
Clean the exhaust system
periodically, at least every 2 years.
Never install flexible duct
concealed in walls,
ceiling or under flooring.
Four Inch Metal Exhaust
Duct is recommended.
(Do not use 3-inch exhaust due
Use Duct Tape to seal all joints.
Exhausting the dryer outside is
recommended. If you cannot exhaust
the dryer to the outside, use Exhaust
Deflector Kit LCK4000 available from
your Whirlpool dealer
of the dryer back.
The Exhaust Duct can be routed
up, down, left, right or straight out
the back of the dryer.
Metal Flexible Duct must be
fully extended and supported
when the dryer is in its final
position. DO NOT KINK OR
CRUSH THEDUCT
An Exhaust Hood should cap the
exhaust duct to prevent exhausted air
returning into dryer The outlet of the
hood must be at least 12 inches from the
ground or anything else that may be
in the path of the exhaust.
A 2% inch outlet Exhaust Hood should
be used with short systems only. [This
outlet creates greater back pressure
than other hood types.)
Exhaust Hoods with magnetic latches
should not be used.
The Maximum Length of the exhaust
system depends upon the type of duct
used, number of elbows and type of
exhaust hood. The maximum length for
both rigid and flexible duct isshown
in chart.
EXHAUST HOOD TYPE I
Exhaust Systems longer than specified
will:
l Shorten the life of the dryer.
l Reduce the performance in ways
such as causing longer drying times
and increasing the use of energy.
l Accumulate lint.
For
Exhaust Systems not covered by
the exhaust length chart, see Whirlpool
Service Manual, Exhausting Whirlpool
Dryers, Part No. 603197 available from
your Whirlpool parts distributor The
back pressure in any exhaust system
used must not exceed .6 inches of water
column measured with an inclined
manometer at the point that the exhaust
system connects to the dryer
There are
Exhaust Kits available that
allow you to direct filtered exhaust air
inside to conserve energy during winter
months. Whirlpool has a Heat-Humidity
Saver Part No. 279427 which can be
used with Whirlpool dryers providing
their use does not violate national
or local codes. If you use one of these
kits, be aware that excessive moisture
in the home can cause many
problems and that you may see an
increase in the time required to dry
a load. Also, you must regularly clean
the filter to avoid excessive lint
build-up which can affect the dryer’s
performance.
NOTE:Do not use this kit on a dryer
installed in a bedroom, bathroom, or
closet.
RecessedArea
Instructions
INSTRUCTIONSFORRECESSEDOR
CLOSETINSTALLATIONS
The following installation spacings
and door air openings for the dryer
are possible when installed and
exhausted as noted. [Spacing as
indicated is in inches and is minimum
allowable. For ease of installation and
service, additional spacing should
be considered.)
TO PREVENTLARGEAMOUNTS
OF LINTAND MOISTUREFROM
ACCUMULATING AND TO MAINTAIN
DRYING EFFICIENCY,THISMACHINE
MUSTBEEXHAUSTEDOUTDOORS.
MINIMUM INSTALLATIONSPACING
RECESS INSTALLATION A B C ‘r E
NON-EXHAUSTED (DEFLECTOR . O O 4 -
LCK4000 REQUIRED)
EXHAUSTED
Unobstructed air openings required for laundry
equipment when door is installed.
*Shelf or cabinet is not permitted above dryer
when non-exhausted
**Louvered door with equivalent air openings
is acceptable.
***“D” Dimension must be measured from dryer
cabinet rear panel.
Companion appliance spacings
should be considered.
Detailed space requirements can be
found on the label located on the
back panel of dryer
NOTE: No other fuel burning appliance
may be installed in the same closet.

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Use a brush and
n liquid detergent to test
1
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Take tape off
of front corners
of dryer.
2
Open dryer and
n remove the literature
all gas connections for leaks. Bubbles
around connections will indicate a
leak. If a leak appears, shut off gas
valve controls and adjust connections.
Then check connections again
NEVERTESTFORGAS LEAKSWITH
A FLAME
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Connect the
H grounding wire to the
holes by hand. A little liquid detergent
to lubricate the screw will help. Use a 1”
wrench or socket to finish turning the
legs until you reach the diamond mark.
and parts packages. (If your dryer has
a drying rack it should be removed
also.) Remove all parts from the plastic
packages, Line these up next to your
tools so each part isthere when you
need it.
Check to see that you hove these parts:
4 legs
1grounding wire
literature rack
external groinding connector
on the buck of the dryer. Connect the
other end of the grounding wire
to a grounded cold water pipe. Plug
the electrical cord into the
grounded outlet.
15
Turn the
n dryer onto
remove air from the
gas supply line. Using a
full heat cycle (not the
air cycle], let the dryer run for at
least five minutes. If the burner does not
ignite and you can feel no heat inside
the dryer, shut off the dryer for five
minutes. Check that all supply valve
controls are in “ON” position and
that the electrical cord is plugged in.
Repeat the five-minute test. , /
8.
Move the dryer close to its final
location. To make sure the dryer is level,
take a carpenter’s level and place it
on the top of the dryer, first side to side,
then front to back. If the dryer is not
level, screw the legs of the dryer up or
down to adjust.
3
Remove the tape that holds
H the drum to the cabinet.
(Some dryer drums are not taped for
shipping.) Move the drum by hand
to make certain all tape has been
removed. Wipe the interior of the
drum thoroughly with a damp cloth
before using the dryer.
see Exhaust
Requirements.
Connect exhaust
duct to exhaust
hood. Use duct
Use caulking corr
9.
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Remove the red cap from the the
gas pipe, Move the dryer into its final
position. seal exterior wall opening around
exhaust hood.
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Connect gas supply to dryer.
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Use pipe joint compound
m resistant to the action of
LPgas for gas connections. 17,
Install the
literature rack.
-y If flexible metal tubing is
Insert tabs (2
on each side
and 2 on the
bottom] into the
back of the dryer
console. Gently
push in and dowr
the carton and place them on the floor
in back of the dryer.
5
n
Firmly grasp the
bodv of the drver and
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tabs lock in place.
The gas valve --
inside the drver is
gently lay it on its back’on the
cardboard corners. -
6
With one of the <
n legs in hand, t
shipped in the “ON” position. Check
that the gas valve shut -off control is still
in the “ON” positio
12,
Open the shut-off valve in the gas
supply line. Check to see that all of the parts you
removed from the installation parts
packages in step 2 are now installed
in the dryer, If you still have an extra
part, go back through the steps to see
what you skipped.
check the ridges for a
diamond marking, that’s
how far the leg is
supposed to go into ” 7
the hole. Start to screw the legs into the
19
Check to make sure
m you have all the tools
you started with in step A
Congratulatfions!
You have just finished
installing your new Whirlpool
gas dryer. To make sure you get
the most efficient use and greatest
en)oyment from your new dryer, read
your Whirlpool Operating
Instructions. (And be sure to fold
these Installation instructions and put
them in the literature Bat-Pak.
They’ll make re-installing your
Whlrlpool dryer in another
home as easy as your first
installation.)
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PANEL C

When moving the dryer...
l Disconnect the electrical cord and
grounding wire and tape securely to
dryer.
l Shut off the gas supply valve controls
in the gas supply line.
l Disconnect gas pipe and fittings from ’
dryer and cap the gas supply line.
l Tape the drum to the front panel.
Tape the dryer door, lint screen lid
and end of gas pipe. I
l Screw leveling legs all the way in.
Before installing your dryer in your new
home, check with your gas supplier or
dealer to see that your dryer is
equipped with the correct burner for
the particular type of gas in your new
home. Burner information may be
found on the rating plate in the door
well of the dryer.
Part No. 697362
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Prepared by Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022
If you move., .Tomake sure that your
appliance is correctly installed
and to insure its continued saKsfactory
operation, call your dealer;
(Installation cost will, of course, be
paid by you.)
Helpful hints...You can help your
service representative give you faster
service if you include the model and
serial number of your appliance when
requesting service. Also, retain your
sales slip and warranty to verify your
warranty status.
Remember-Your service
representative istrained in the
repairing and servicing of your
WHIRLPOOL appliances. He can help
you maintain the quality originally
built into your WHIRLPOOL appliance.
If you have a problem*:
Call your dealer or write:
Service Manager,
International Division
Whirlpool Corporation
Administrative Center
2000 US. 33 North
Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022
‘If you must write, please provide: your
name, address. telephone number, type of
appliance, brand, model, serial number,
date of purchase, the dealer’s name, and a
complete description of the problem. This
information is needed in order to better
respond to your request for assistance.
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