Whirlpool WGD7300XW Installation Instructions Manual - Page 12
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3.
Open shut-off valve
Closed valve
A
Open shut-off valve in supply line; valve is open when handle
is parallel to gas pipe. Then, test all connections by brushing
on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution.
Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leaks found.
CONNECT INLET HOSES
For non-steam models, skip to "Connect Vent" on page 13.
The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using
the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.
1.
Turn cold water off, remove and
replace rubber washer
Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose.
Check and see if rubber washer is in the "Y" connector.
Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with
new rubber washer provided.
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2.
Open valve
B
If space permits, attach the brass female end of the "Y"
connector to the cold water faucet. See figure A.
If "Y" connector cannot be attached directly to the cold water
faucet, the short hose must be used. See figure B. Attach
short hose to cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand
until it is seated on faucet. Then attach "Y" connector to
brass male end of the short hose. Screw on coupling by hand
until it is seated on connector.
3.
Using pliers, tighten the couplings with additional
two-thirds turn.
NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.
4.
Attach long hose to "Y"
connector and tighten couplings
One end of the long hose has a wire mesh strainer inside the
coupling. Attach this end to the "Y" connector. Attach washer
cold inlet hose to other side of "Y" connector. Screw on
coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. Using pliers,
tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn.
NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.
Attach short hose and
"Y" connector
Fig. A
Tighten couplings
Fig. B