Whirlpool 3978906 Installation Instructions Manual - Page 3
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requirements
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Gas supply
requirements
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new AGA or CSA approved
gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to LP, have a qualified
person make sure gas pressure does
not exceed 13" water column.
Examples of a qualified person
include licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel,
and authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND
ORDINANCES.
Panel B
Important: Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-ampere
fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay
fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.
It is recommended that a separate circuit serving
only this appliance be provided.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is
used, it is recommended that a qualified
electrician determine that the ground path is
adequate.
Recommended ground
method
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS: This appliance
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.
The power supply cord plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
Gas requirements:
Check that dryer is
equipped with the correct
burner for the particular
type of gas in the home.
Burner information will be
found on the model/serial
rating plate in door well of
the dryer. If this information
does not agree with the type of gas available,
see your dealer.
Natural Gas:
This dryer is equipped for use with NATURAL
GAS. It is design-certified by CSA International
for L.P. (propane or butane) gases with
appropriate conversion.
L.P. Gas:
No attempt shall be made to convert the
appliance from the gas specified on the
model/serial rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting the serving gas supplier.
Conversion must be done by a qualified
service technician. Gas conversion kit part
numbers are listed on the gas valve burner
base.
Burner input requirements:
Elevations up to 10,000 feet:
The design of this dryer has been certified by
CSA International for use at altitudes up to
10,000 feet above sea level at the B.T.U. rating
indicated on the model/serial rating plate.
Burner input adjustments are not required when
the dryer is operated up to this elevation.
Elevations above 10,000 feet:
When installed above 10,000 feet, a four
percent (4%) reduction of the burner B.T.U.
rating shown on the model/serial rating plate is
required for each 1,000 foot increase in
elevation. For assistance installing dryer above
10,000 feet elevation, contact your serving gas
supplier.
WARNING - Improper connection of the
equipment-grounding conductor can result in
a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided
with the appliance - if it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
3-prong ground-type
outlet
3-prong
ground
plug
power
ground
supply cord
prong
Supply line requirements:
Provide a rigid gas supply line to the dryer
location. When rigid pipe is used it should be
1/2 inch IPS. When acceptable to the gas
supplier and local codes, 3/8-inch approved
tubing may be used for lengths under 20 feet.
For lengths over 20 feet, larger tubing should
be used.
An individual manual shutoff valve must be
installed within 6 feet of the dryer in
accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z223.1 – latest edition*.
Pipe-joint compounds resistant to the action
of L.P. gas must be used.
shutoff valve
"open" position
to dryer
rigid gas supply line
A combination of pipe fittings must be used
to obtain an in-line connection to the dryer.
If local codes permit, it
is recommended that
new flexible metal
tubing, design-
certified by AGA or
CSA, be used for
connecting the
appliance to the rigid
gas supply line. (The gas
red cap
pipe which extends
through the lower rear of the appliance has
3/8-inch male pipe thread.)
A 1/8-inch NPT plugged tapping, accessible
for test gauge connection, must be installed
immediately upstream of the gas supply
connection to the dryer.
The dryer and its individual shutoff valve
must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing
of that system at test pressures in excess of
1/2 psi.
The dryer must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing its
individual manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or less
than 1/2 psi.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained
from:
*CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575