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DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
29" and 27" Wide Models
Gas (U.S.A. and Canada) & Electric (Canada Only)
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE
Modèles de 29" et de 27" de largeur
à gaz (É.-U. et Canada) et Électrique (Canada uniquement)
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DRYER SAFETY 2
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed for all installations: Adjustable wrench that Caulking gun and compound opens to 1" (25 mm) or (for installing new exhaust vent) hex-head socket wrench Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Utility knife Putty knife Tools needed for gas installations: 1/4" nut driver or socket Tin snips (new vent wrench (recommended) installations) 8" or 10" pipe wrench 8" or
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■ If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical Parts supplied: outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.” ■ A sturdy floor to support dryer and a total weight (dryer and load) of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance should also be considered. ■ Level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. I
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Installation clearances: The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.” 29" Wide Models 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions Dryer Dimensions 23¾" (603 mm) 43" 43" (1092 mm) (1092 mm) 13¾" (349 mm) 1 1 *29 /2" *29 /2" (749 mm) (749 mm) 27" 27" (687 mm) (687 mm) A B A. Large opening side-swing door B. Wide opening hamper door Installatio
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRIC DRYER POWER � For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: HOOkUP – CANADA ONLY This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. Electrical Requirements This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed an
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Gas type 2. Screw in leveling legs Natural gas: This dryer is equipped for use with Natural Gas. It is design- diamond certified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases marking with appropriate conversion. ■ Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate in the door well of your dryer. If this information does not agree with the type of gas available, please reference the “Assistance or Service” se
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Option 1 (Recommended Method) Elevations above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m): Flexible stainless steel gas connector: ■ When installed above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m) a 4% reduction of the burner B.T.U. rating shown on the model/serial ■ If local codes permit, use a new flexible stainless steel gas number plate is required for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) connector (Design Certified by the American Gas Association increase in elevation. or CSA International) to connect your dryer to the rigid gas Gas suppl
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VENTING Exhaust hoods: Venting Requirements ■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). Recommended Styles: Louvered hood Box hood Acceptable Style: WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, Angled hood chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space o
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Alternate installations for close clearances Plan Vent System Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Recommended exhaust installations Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions. Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. B C D E A F G Over-The-Top installation (also available with one offset elbow) B H I A. Dryer F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
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The “Vent System Chart” provides venting requirements that Special provisions for mobile home installations: will help achieve best drying performance. The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Vent System Chart Type Box/louvered Number of Angled of vent hoods 90° turns or hoods elbows 0 Rigid metal 64 ft. (20 m) 58 ft. (17.7 m) 1 Rigid metal 54 ft.
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A 2. Connect vent to exhaust hood 3. Open shut-off valve Closed valve A Open valve B Open shut-off valve in supply line; valve is open when handle is parallel to gas pipe. Then, test all connections by brushing Vent must fit over the exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Run vent to dryer location Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leaks found. using straightest path possible. Avoid 90° turns. Use clamps
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If the dryer will not start, check the following: Level Dryer ■ Dryer is plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet. ■ Electrical supply is connected. 1. Level dryer ■ Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. ■ Dryer door is closed. When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the q dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. If you do not feel heat, turn the dryer off and check to see whether gas supply line shut-off va
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29" Wide Model Large Side-Swing Door 4. Remove and transfer hinge hole plugs 1. Place towel on dryer Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to gently remove 4 hinge hole plugs on left side of dryer cabinet. Insert plugs into hinge holes on opposite side of dryer cabinet. Place towel on top of dryer to avoid damaging the surface. 5. Insert screws in hinge holes on 2. Remove bottom screws dryer cabinet NOTE: Two people maybe needed to reinstall door. Open dryer door. Remove bottom screws from dr
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29" Super Wide Side-Swing Door 4. Remove screws from hinges Place towel on dryer 1. Remove screws attaching hinges to door. Place towel on top of dryer to avoid damaging the surface. 5. Remove screws from door 2. Remove bottom screws Remove screws at top, bottom, and side of door (4 screws). Keep door screws separate from hinge screws as they are different sizes. Holding door over towel on dryer, grasp sides of outer door and lift to separate it from inner door. NOTE: Do not pry apart with p
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7. Flip door over 9. Remove door strike Flip door over so handle side is down. 8. Attach door hinges Remove door strike from dryer cabinet and set aside. 10. Remove and transfer hinge hole plugs Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to gently remove 4 hinge hole plugs on left side of dryer cabinet. Transfer plugs into hinge holes on opposite side of dryer cabinet. 11. Insert screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet Reattach door hinges to dryer door so that the larger hole is at the bottom of
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12. 2. Remove door strike plug Remove bottom screws Open dryer door. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer Remove door strike plug. Insert the door strike removed in cabinet side of hinges. Step 9 into hole and secure with screw. Insert door strike plug into original door strike hole and secure with screw. 3. Lift door off top screws 13. Check door strike alignment Lift door until top screws in dryer cabinet are in large part of
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5. 8. Attach door hinges Remove screws from door Remove screws at top, bottom, and side of door (5 screws). Keep door screws separate from hinge screws as they are different sizes. Holding door over towel on dryer, grasp sides of outer door and lift to separate it from inner door. NOTE: Do not pry apart with putty knife or screwdriver. Do not pull on door seal or plastic door catches. 6. Rotate outer door Reattach door hinges to dryer door so that the larger hole is at the bottom
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10. 2. Insert screws in hinge holes on Remove bottom screws dryer cabinet Open dryer door. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer NOTE: 2 people maybe needed to reinstall door. cabinet side of hinges. Insert screws into the bottom holes on left side of dryer cabinet. Tighten screws halfway. Position door so large end of door hinge slot is over screws. Slide door up so screws are in 3. Lift door off top screws bottom of slots. Tig
