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IMPORTANT:

 Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

This installation must conform with all local codes and  
ordinances. In the absence of local codes, installation must 
conform with American National Standard, National Fuel Gas 
Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or CAN/CSA B149.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association 

One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269

CSA International 

8501 East Pleasant Valley Road 

Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575

The design of this dryer has been certified by CSA International 
for use at altitudes up to 10,000 feet (3048 m) above sea level 
at the B.T.U. rating indicated on the model/serial plate. Burner 
input adjustments are not required when the dryer is operated 
up to this elevation.

When installed above 10,000 feet (3048 m), a four percent 
(4%) reduction of the burner B.T.U. rating shown on the model/
serial plate is required for each 1,000 foot (305 m) increase in 
elevation. For assistance when converting to other gas types 
and/or installing above 10,000 feet (3048 m) elevation, contact 
your local service company.

Gas Supply

GAS DRYER INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Summary of Contents for CGM2745FQ

Page 1: ...DES MATIÈRES SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE 29 OUTILS ET PIÈCES 32 DIMENSIONS DISTANCES DE DÉGAGEMENT 33 EXIGENCES D INSTALLATION POUR LA SÉCHEUSE À GAZ 34 EXIGENCES D INSTALLATION POUR LA SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE 37 EXIGENCES CONCERNANT L ÉVACUATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE 39 RACCORDEMENT À LA CANALISATION DE GAZ 41 INSTALLATION DES PIEDS DE NIVELLEMENT DE LA GLISSIÈRE À MONNAIE ET DE LA CAISSE À MONNAIE 43 NIVELLEME...

Page 2: ...ded that the owner post in a prominent location instructions for the customer s use in the event the customer smells gas This information should be obtained from your gas supplier Q Post the following warning in a prominent location ...

Page 3: ...3 DRYER SAFETY IMPORTANT When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer remove the door ...

Page 4: ...r grounding instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using the dryer follow basic precautions including the following SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Q Read all instructions before using the dryer Q This dryer is intended only for drying clothes and textiles that have been washed in water Do not use for any other purpose Q WARNI...

Page 5: ...ling new exhaust vent Suitable for Gas Type Flashlight optional 1 25 mm Ruler or Measuring Tape Open End Wrenches TOOLS PARTS TORX and T25 are registered trademarks of Acument Intellectual Properties LLC Parts Supplied Foot Boots 4 Leveling Legs 4 Security Cone on some models Service Door Lock Assembly on some models Coin Slide Decal Kit on some models 6 Pin 30 Minute Timing Cam on some models 3 P...

Page 6: ... 356 mm 0 0 mm 11 2 38 mm 51 2 140 mm 103 4 273 mm 371 2 953 mm gas models 41 1042 mm 131 2 343 mm Electric Gas 27 686 mm 31 4 83 mm 36 914 mm electric models 4 dia 102 mm 131 2 343 mm Front View Recessed Opening Side View Recessed In Closet 0 0 mm 14 max 356 mm 0 0 mm 1 25 mm 3 3 76 mm 3 3 76 mm 48 2 48 2 310 cm2 24 2 24 2 155 cm2 15 381 mm Closet Door to Front of Dryer ...

Page 7: ...othes dryers in garages closets or sleeping quarters Contact your local building inspector Q Make sure that lower edges of the cabinet plus the back and bottom sides of the dryer are free of obstructions to permit adequate clearance of air openings for combustion air See Recessed Area and Closet Installation Instructions below for minimum spacing requirements Location Requirements GAS DRYER INSTAL...

Page 8: ...es 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 Q If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate Q Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the dryer is properly ...

Page 9: ... Ohio 44131 5575 The design of this dryer has been certified by CSA International for use at altitudes up to 10 000 feet 3048 m above sea level at the B T U rating indicated on the model serial plate Burner input adjustments are not required when the dryer is operated up to this elevation When installed above 10 000 feet 3048 m a four percent 4 reduction of the burner B T U rating shown on the mod...

Page 10: ...pacing should be considered for ease of installation servicing and compliance with local codes and ordinances If closet door is installed the minimum unobstructed air opening in the top and bottom is required Louvered doors with equivalent air openings are acceptable Location Requirements The dryer must be exhausted outdoors 24 in 2 155 cm2 48 in 2 310 cm2 3 76 mm 3 76 mm Closet door Front View EL...

Page 11: ...al is prohibited for 1 new branch circuit installations and 2 areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor Electric Dryer Power Supply Cord If using a power supply cord Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers The kit should contain Q A UL listed 30 amp power supply cord rated 120 240 volt minimum The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and b...

Page 12: ...gged into a standard 14 30R wall receptacle The cord is 5 ft 1 52 m in length Be sure wall receptacle is within reach of dryer s final location Q Do not use an extension cord If you are using a replacement power supply cord it is recommended that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 9831317 For further information please reference the service numbers located in the Assistance or Servi...

Page 13: ...inal dryer location Q Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance Q Do not install in enclosed walls ceilings or floors Q The total length should not exceed 73 4 ft 2 4 m NOTE If using an existing vent system clean lint from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint Replace plastic or metal foil vents with...

Page 14: ...ade for enough air for combustion and ventilation Check governing codes and ordinances See Recessed Area and Closet Installation Instructions in the Location Requirements sections A 4 102 mm outlet hood is preferred However a 21 2 64 mm outlet exhaust hood may be used A 21 2 64 mm outlet creates greater back pressure than other hood types For permanent installation a stationary vent system is requ...

Page 15: ...ad dryer should have an unobstructed outdoor air opening of 24 in 2 154 cm2 based on 1 in 2 6 5 cm2 per 1 000 Btu 252 kcal common make up air openings are also acceptable Set up common openings so the make up air is distributed equally to all of the dryers Keep in mind that the coverage area must be increased by 33 to account for the use of registers or louvers over the openings Also make up air o...

Page 16: ...Minimum 5 2 132 1 mm 8 0 203 2 mm Maximum 10 5 266 7 mm 13 0 330 2 mm Alternate Method The gas supply may also be connected using 3 8 10 mm approved copper or aluminum tubing If the total length of the supply line is more than 20 ft 6 1 m larger tubing will be required If using natural gas do not use copper tubing Pipe joint compounds that resist action of type of gas supplied must be used Shut of...

Page 17: ...ough this cone and thread it by hand into the cage nut below the oblong hole Tighten the security bolt by hand a few turns before using a wrench to tighten until snug appearance may vary security bolt security cone cage nut NOTE Installing the security bolt provides added security but will add to the service time when the top needs to be removed or lifted for servicing the dryer Security Bolt Secu...

Page 18: ...Power Supply Cord Connection section Connection Options Direct Wire 4 wire direct Go to Direct Wire Connection section 3 wire direct Go to Direct Wire Connection section 1 25 mm 5 127 mm NOTE If local codes do not permit connection of a cabinet ground conductor to neutral wire go to Connecting 3 Wire Connection Optional section This connection may be used with either a power supply cord or a direc...

Page 19: ...re 3 Connect ground wire green or bare E of power supply cord under green external ground conductor screw C Tighten screw Connecting Remaining Wires 4 Connect remaining wires under outer terminal block screws F Tighten screws Finally reinstall terminal block cover to dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw Now go to Venting Requirements A C B A B D C E F F 2 Connect neutral wire white o...

Page 20: ... Reaching inside the terminal block opening screw the removable conduit connector A onto the strain relief threads Put direct wire cable through the strain relief The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable 2 Insert conduit into strain relief and tighten clamp A B C 3 Connect remaining wi...

Page 21: ...nts A D B C E F F B E C A F Connecting Neutral Ground and Neutral Wires 1 Remove center terminal block screw A and the neutral ground wire B by removing the green external ground conductor screw C B A E A B C Direct wire cable must have 5 ft 1 52 m of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed Strip 5 127 mm of outer covering from end of cable leaving bare ground wire at 5 127 mm Cut 11 2 38 mm ...

Page 22: ...ng 3 wire cable with ground wire cut bare wire even with outer covering Shape ends of wires into a hook shape Connecting Neutral Wire 1 Loosen or remove center terminal block screw A Connecting 3 Wire Connection Direct Wire A A D F F 3 Connect remaining wires under outer terminal block screws F Tighten screws 4 Connect a separate copper ground wire G under the green external ground conductor screw...

Page 23: ...echeck levelness of dryer and that all four legs are firmly in contact with the floor Repeat as needed HELPFUL TIP You may want to prop up front of dryer about 4 102 mm with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of dryer appearance may vary 1 Remove cardboard from beneath dryer Place a level on top edges of dryer checking each side and front If not level tip dryer and adjust legs...

Page 24: ...ype of timing cam used Push START button Using a full heat cycle not the air cycle let the dryer run for at least five minutes Dryer will stop when time is used up NOTE Dryer door must be closed for dryer to operate When door is open dryer stops but timer continues to run To restart dryer close door and push START button 7 Open the dryer door Check that the inside of the dryer is warm If the burne...

Page 25: ...ove the Door Assembly 1 Place a towel or soft cloth on top of dryer or work space to avoid scratching of the surface 2 Open dryer door Remove bottom screws from cabinet side of hinges Loosen do not remove top screws from cabinet side of hinges 3 Lift door until top screws in cabinet are in large part of hinge slot Pull forward off screws Set door handle side up on top of dryer Remove top screws fr...

Page 26: ...e ratchet tooth CHANGING TO A 30 OR 60 MINUTE TIMING CAM on some models WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before making cam changes Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or electrical shock 5 Place new cam hub side down over clock shaft Line up flat side of shaft with flat side of cam hole Check that drive lug is in place 6 Turn cam until V shaped notch lines up w...

Page 27: ...en before and after each cycle Q Removing accumulated lint From inside the dryer cabinet Lint should be removed every 2 years or more often depending on dryer usage Cleaning should be done by a qualified person From the exhaust vent Lint should be removed every 2 years or more often depending on dryer usage Q Keep area around dryer clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flamm...

Page 28: ...or furnished with the product Whirlpool will pay for factory specified replacement parts to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this commercial appliance was purchased YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN Whirlpool recommends that you use an in network service provider to diagnose and repair your Commercial ...

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