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Gas requirements
THE INSTALLATION MUST CONFORM WITH LOCAL CODES, OR IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES, WITH
THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI/Z223.1, LATEST REVISION (FOR THE UNITED STATES), OR WITH THE
CAN/CGA-B149 INSTALLATION CODES (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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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 design certified by the American Gas
Association (CGA in Canada).
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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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