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Have questions about your dryer?
Check your Use and Care Guide for a toll-free number to call, or call your
dealer. The dealer is listed in the Yellow Pages of your phone directory
under "Appliances — Household — Major — Service and Repair."
When you call, you will need the dryer model number and serial number.
Both numbers are on the model/serial rating plate located in the door well
behind the dryer door and on front of opening.
Record the numbers here for handy reference:
Model No.
Serial No.
Moving dryer to a new location?
Check with your gas supplier or dealer to confirm that your dryer is
equipped with the correct burner for the particular type of gas in your new
home. Burner information is specified on the model/serial rating plate.
Disconnect bracket from wall and
reinstall in new home. (Not used
on all models.)
Shut off electrical supply
to dryer. Unplug power
supply cord and tape it
securely to dryer.
Shut off gas supply valve in
the gas supply line.
Disconnect gas fittings from
dryer and cap gas supply
line. Tape end of dryer gas
pipe.
Slide dryer onto cardboard
or hardboard before moving
it across the floor to prevent
damaging floor covering.
Installation Instructions
Tape lint
collector lid to
cabinet.
Tape top
to cabinet.
Tape door
to front
panel.
Turn leveling
legs all the
way in.
IMPORTANT:
Read and save these instructions.
Installer:
Homeowner:
For best performance,
Save
Gas
Set to operate on NATURAL GAS.
Part No. 3405338 Rev. D
Leave Installation Instructions with homeowner.
Keep Installation Instructions for future reference.
install dryer according to Installation
Instructions. Failure to complete installation as instructed
could void warranty.
Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector's use.
Dryer
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
Disconnect gas fittings from dryer and cap gas supply line. Tape end of dryer gas Set to operate on NATURAL GAS. pipe. Part No. 3405338 Rev. D Slide dryer onto cardboard Turn leveling or hardboard before moving legs all the it across the floor to prevent way in. -
Page 2: Dryer Location And Dimensions
Dryer location • Do not touch any electrical WARNING: For your safety the and dimensions switch; do not use any phone information in this manual must in your building. be followed to minimize the • Clear the room, building or risk of fire or explosion or to area of all occupants. -
Page 3: Electrical Requirements
Electrical Important: Observe all governing codes and WARNING - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in ordinances. requirements a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-ampere electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt fused electrical supply is required. -
Page 4: Exhaust Requirements
Exhaust Important: Observe all governing codes and Mobile home installation ordinances. requirements requirements Dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED to the outside. If codes permit, this appliance is suitable for Moisture and lint indoors may cause: mobile home installations. The installation of •... -
Page 5: Prepare Dryer
Now start installation (If installing washer and dryer, install dryer first.) See installation steps for details. Check operation. Remove tape. Check that dryer is level. Change door swing. Install feet. SLIDE DRYER ONTO CARDBOARD OR HARDBOARD BEFORE Remove red cap. MOVING ACROSS FLOOR Connect gas supply to TO PREVENT FLOOR... - Page 6 Change door Available on Super-wide side-swing and Large side-swing door models only. Open dryer door. Remove bottom swing If not reversing door swing, skip ahead to “Level screws from cabinet side of hinges (B). Loosen and exhaust dryer” steps. (do not remove) top screws from cabinet side of hinges.
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Page 7: Level Dryer
Level dryer Dryer must be level to reduce noise and assure proper performance. Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard before moving across floor to prevent floor damage. Move dryer close to its permanent Check levelness of dryer by placing a location. - Page 8 Telescoping Swivel collar sections Extra long band-clamp Beveled edges for dryer allow corner connection installations Dura Safe and Sure Connect are Trademarks of Whirlpool, U.S.A. 18"-29" : Part #4396011 29"-50" : Part #4396014 Panel G...
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Page 9: Before You Start
Parts needed: recommended. Dura Safe vent products can be purchased from Check local codes and with gas supplier, and your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts & read electrical, gas and venting requirements Accessories 1-800-442-9991, Mon-Fri: 8am to before purchasing parts.