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Installation Instructions
TEST FOR LEAKS
Never use an open flame to test for gas leaks.
Check all connections for leaks with soapy solution
or equivalent.
Apply a soap solution. The leak test solution must
not contain ammonia, which could cause damage
to the brass fittings.
If leaks are found, close the valve, retighten the
joint and repeat the soap test.
Open Gas
Valve
Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.
Ground
Screw
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS (cont.)
The dryer must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes, or in the absence of
local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/
NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1
This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz, and
be connected to a properly grounded branch circuit
protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time
delay fuse. If electrical supply provided does not meet
these requirements, it is the owner’s responsibility to
have a licensed electrician install a properly grounded
3-prong outlet.
If local codes permit an external ground wire (not
provided) may be added by attaching to the green
ground screw on the rear of the dryer, and to a
grounded metal cold water pipe or other established
ground.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
INFORMATION FOR GAS DRYERS
- Electrical Shock Hazard
WARNING
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 do so can result in death, fire or electrical
shock.