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Gas requirements
The installation must be conformed with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the national
fuel gas code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, latest revision(for the UNITED STATES), or with the natural gas and
propane installation code, CSA B149.1(for Canada).
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Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases.
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This dryer designed for use with natural gas. If you plan to use your dryer with LP gas (liquid propane), the
conversion must be done by a qualified service technician in order to achieve safe and proper performance.
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LNG models only
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You must check the burner of your model and use the proper LP Kit accordingly. To check the detail
information of the burner, open the door and check the rating label location on the door frame.
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20,000 BTU: LPKIT-4/XAA (DC98-04114A)
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22,000 BTU: LPKIT-3/XAA (DC99-00792A)
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A 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) gas supply line is recommended and must be reduced to connect to the 3/8 inch (1 cm)
gas line on your dryer. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-off
valve be installed within 6 inches of your dryer.
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Gas dryers installed in residential garages must be raised 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor.
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Additionally, a 1/8 inch (0.3 cm) N.P.T. (National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge
connection, must be installed immediately upstream of your dryer’s gas supply connection.
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Your dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any pressure testing of the system.
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Do not
reuse old flexible metal gas lines. Flexible gas lines must be designed and certified by the standard for
connectors for Gas Appliances, ANSI Z21.24 • CSA 6.10.
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Any pipe joint compound used must be resistant to the action of any liquefied petroleum gas.
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As a courtesy, most local gas utilities will inspect a gas appliance installation.
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GAS IGNITION
- Your dryer uses an automatic ignition system to ignite the burner. There is no constant
burning pilot.
Commonwealth of massachusetts installation instructions
Your dryer must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. A “T” handle manual gas valve must be installed in
the gas supply line to your dryer. If a flexible gas connector is used to install your dryer, the connector may not be
longer than 3 feet (36 inches).
WARNING
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Gas leaks may occur in your system, creating a dangerous situation.
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Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone.
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Gas suppliers recommend that you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector.
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Install and use it in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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