Electrical Requirements; Gas Supply Requirements - Maytag MGT3800XW3 Installation Instructions Manual

27" (69 cm) gas washer/dryer
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ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS
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.
[] This washer/dryer
is equipped with a power supply cord
having a 3-prong grounding plug.
[] To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged
into a mating, 3-prong, grounding-type
outlet, grounded in
accordance
with local codes and ordinances.
If a mating outlet
is not available, it is the personal responsibility
and obligation
of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.
[] If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended
that a qualified electrician determine that
the ground path is adequate.
[] Do not ground to a gas pipe.
[] Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the
washer is properly grounded.
Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.
[]
[]
120 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20- amp fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended.
It is also recommended
that a separate
circuit serving only this washer/dryer
be provided.
GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
[] For a grounded, cord-connected
washer/dryer:
This washer/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. This washer/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 and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the
washer/dryer
is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the washer/dryer:
if it will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Explosion
Hazard
Use a new CSA International 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" (330 ram) 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.
GAS TYPE
Natural Gas:
This washer/dryer
is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is
design-certified
by CSA international for LP (propane or butane)
gases with appropriate
conversion.
[] Your washer/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, contact your dealer or call
the phone numbers referenced in the "Assistance
or Service"
section of your Use and Care Guide.
LP Gas Conversion:
iMPORTANT:
Conversion must be made by a qualified
technician.
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 your gas company.

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