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Installation instructions for the
T 9820 Gas Dryer
The T 9820 gas dryer is only
approved for use in the USA
and Canada. It is not approved
for use in Mexico.
en - US, CA
To prevent accidents
and machine damage
read these instructions
before
installation or use.
M.-Nr. 07 268 180

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  • Page 1 Installation instructions for the T 9820 Gas Dryer The T 9820 gas dryer is only approved for use in the USA and Canada. It is not approved for use in Mexico. en - US, CA To prevent accidents and machine damage...
  • Page 3 ,WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable – vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....... . . 5 Installation ............7 Stand .
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation and connection WARNING – Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor When using your gas appliance can result in a risk of electric shock. follow basic safety precautions Check with a qualified electrician if you including the following: are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
  • Page 6 Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. Gas dryers are not approved for mobile home installation. If there is any doubt concerning installation, contact Miele’s Technical Service Department. 1-800-999-1360 techserv@mieleusa.com 1-800-565-6435 service@miele.ca...
  • Page 7: Installation

    Installation Front view a Exhaust connection Stand b Power cord with plug A dryer stand, with drawer, can be purchased as an optional accessory. c Control panel d Door e Four height adjustable screw feet...
  • Page 8 Installation Rear a Handle for transportation (arrows) WARNING Do not remove the restriction insert b Power cord with plug in the vent opening. It may result in c Slot for module poor drying results, damage to the laundry and higher Carbon d Air intake monoxide emissions.
  • Page 9: Installation Site

    Installation site WARNING: The National Fuel Gas Code restricts installations of gas Do not install the dryer: appliances in garages. They must be 18 inches off the ground and - outdoors protected by a barrier from vehicles. - in an environment with dripping water or weather - near flammable materials - in rooms which may contain gas...
  • Page 10 Installation site Confined space installation Minimum installation clearance ^ When installed in any space with less than 122 square feet, minimum clearances around the dryer must be adhered to for proper ventilation and vents for make up air must be installed.
  • Page 11: Installation

    Installation Transporting the dryer to the Level the dryer installation site The rear of the lid has a handle for transportation. ^ Use the front dryer feet and the rear of the lid to move the dryer to the installation site. The dryer must be level to ensure safe and proper operation.
  • Page 12 Installation WARNING Before installation, disconnect the tumble dryer from the electrical supply by shutting off the power main or tripping the circuit breaker. Be sure the dryer power cord is unplugged from the wall. Do not restore power until the installation is complete.
  • Page 13: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection The dryer is supplied with a 5’ 7" GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS (1.7 m) 3x14 AWG cord and a This appliance must be grounded. NEMA 5-15 P plug, ready for In the event of malfunction or connection to a 120 V, 60 Hz, 15 A AC breakdown, grounding will reduce power supply.
  • Page 14: Gas Connection

    Gas connection Gas type WARNING The gas dryer is equipped for connection to a NATURAL GAS Installation and service must be supply. performed by a qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier. The maximum heat output is 19,500 BTU/H (5,7 kW). In Massachusetts a licensed Minimum gas supply pressure plumber / gas fitter is required.
  • Page 15 " NPT pressure tapping plug must If there is any doubt concerning be installed immediately upstream of installation, contact the Miele Technical the gas supply connection. This allows Service Department at the phone the gas inlet pressure to be checked.
  • Page 16 Gas connection To secure all connections use appropriate Teflon tape or a thread compound, suitable for gas connections. ^ Install a " flare union adapter, a, to the female elbow, b. Hold the elbow with a wrench. ^ At the end of the dryer's gas connection hand screw on the "...
  • Page 17 Gas connection ^ Using two wrenches tighten all ^ Using two wrenches tighten the connections. flexible gas line connection. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. ^ Connect the flare union adapter, a, to the pressure tapping plug, b, originally installed on the gas shut off ^ Open the gas shut-off valve.
  • Page 18: Ducting

    Ducting Exhaust ducting and WARNING connections Danger of toxic fumes. A gap of " (10 mm) must be provided between the machine and The exhaust gases from the dryer the floor. This gap is necessary for must only be vented outside the proper air flow and must not be building.
  • Page 19: How To Calculate The Effective Duct Length

    Ducting How to calculate the effective Tips about the ductwork duct length – Check with your local building code to determine the maximum allowable The overall duct length will determine duct length. the duct diameter. – Rigid metal or flexible aluminum ^ Measure the actual duct length ducting is preferred.
  • Page 20 Ducting Additional duct lengths (4" (100 mm) rigid pipe only) Type of bend Radius Additional duct length inches Flexible metal duct – 3’ 3" (1 m) straight 5’ 11" – 45° angle 10" 4’ 11" – 90° angle 10" 8’ 2" Smooth metal duct –...
  • Page 21 Ducting Example Rigid pipe Duct length Duct length 12’ 5" 3.8 m Wall duct with louvered wall vent 2’ 4" 0.7 m 90° bend 1’ 7" 0.5 m 20" (0.5 m) rigid pipe 2’ 4" 0.7 m 90° bend Total duct 18’...
  • Page 22: Exhaust Connection With A Flexible Exhaust Hose Or Rigid Pipe

    Necessary materials: The exhaust duct must not be – a wall or window duct connected or secured with screws (available from Miele) or other fastening devices which extend into the interior of the duct. – an exhaust hose made of approved...
  • Page 23 Ducting Window connection (example) Wall connection (example) 1 Window duct 1 Wall pipe (Installation sheet supplied with the Miele wall pipe) 2 Connector for the rigid or flexible exhaust hose 2 Connector 3 Rigid pipe...
  • Page 24: Direct Wall Connection

    Ducting Direct wall connection Dryer side view Necessary materials: – a wall pipe – flexible foam gasket Dryer top view 1 Wall pipe 2 Flexible foam gasket 1 Wall pipe 2 Flexible foam gasket ^ Connect the flexible foam gasket, 2, to the wall pipe connector, 1.
  • Page 25: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of an appliance materials Old appliances may contain materials that can be recycled. Please contact The packing materials protect the your local recycling authority about the appliance during shipping. They have possibility of recycling these materials.
  • Page 28 All rights reserved / 2508 M.-Nr. 07 268 180 / 01 For the most updated manual please see the Miele web site.

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