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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read 

and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. 

Tools needed:

WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize

the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this 

or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do not try to light any appliance.

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's 

instructions.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or 

the gas supplier.

Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:

Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by 

the State of Massachusetts.

If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.
A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas 

Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
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.

8" or 10" adjustable 

wrench (for gas 

connections)
Flat-blade screwdriver
Adjustable wrench that 

opens to 1" (25 mm) or 

" (14 mm) open-end 

wrench (for adjusting 

dryer feet)
Level
¼" nut driver or socket 

wrench (recommended)
Tin snips (new vent 

installation)

Caulking gun and 

compound (for installing 

new exhaust vent)
Pipe-joint compound 

resistant to LP gas
Level
Knife
Vent clamps
Pliers
Wood block (for leveling)
Ruler or measuring tape

Parts needed for washer (not provided):

Inlet hoses 

Flat washers 

To order:

Call the dealer from whom you purchased your washer/dryer. 
Call the toll-free number listed on the cover of the Washer/

Dryer User Instructions. 
Visit the website listed on the cover of the Washer/Dryer 

User Instructions.

 

NOTE: 

Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk 

of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates for 

future reference.

 

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Summary of Contents for LTG5243DQ - 24" Twin Washer/Dryer Laundry Center

Page 1: ...ed or seriously injured if you don t follow All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages T...

Page 2: ...ied or licensed by the State of Massachusetts If using a ball valve it shall be a T handle type A flexible gas connector when used must not exceed 3 feet IMPORTANT The gas installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local co...

Page 3: ...t operate your washer in temperatures at or below 32ºF 0ºC Some water can remain in the washer and can cause damage in low temperatures See Washer Dryer Care in the Washer Dryer User Instructions for winterizing information Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45 F 7 C At lower temperatures the dryer might not shut off at the end of an automatic cycle This can result in longer drying ti...

Page 4: ...lation Kit Part Number 346764 See Tools and Parts section for information on ordering Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer The opening such as a nearby window should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening DrainSystem The washer dryer can be installed using the standpipe drain system floor or wall the laundry tub drain system or th...

Page 5: ...mpany Gas supply line Must include NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer see illustration IPS pipe is recommended approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft 6 1 m if local codes and gas supplier permit If you are using Natural gas do not use copper tubing Lengths over 20 ft 6 1 m...

Page 6: ...into any gas vent chimney wall ceiling attic crawlspace or a concealed space of a building If using an existing vent system Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent Review Vent system chart Modify existing vent system if necessary to achieve the best drying perf...

Page 7: ... 1 Push legs into holes in rear corners until they snap into place 2 Check adjustability of rear legs by pushing in one leg The other leg should come out Check both legs If they do not move freely repeat Step 1 Install the front leveling legs 1 Examine the front leveling legs Find the diamond marking 2 Screw front legs by hand into the holes in the triangular braces in the front corners Use wrench...

Page 8: ... of drain hose into laundry tub or standpipe Rotate hook to eliminate kinks To keep drain water from going back into the washer Do not force excess drain hose into standpipe Hose should be secure but loose enough to provide a gap for air Do not lay excess hose on the bottom of the laundry tub For use with floor drain Do not install the drain hose form onto the corrugated drain hose You may need ad...

Page 9: ...ts and check for leaks A small amount of water might enter the washer You will drain this water later NOTE Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure Record hose installation or replacement dates for future reference If you connect only one water hose you must cap off the remaining water inlet port Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges kinks cuts wear or...

Page 10: ...rt Number 4396014 29 737 mm to 50 1 27 m mismatch Special provisions for mobile home installations The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home Terminate the exhaust vent outside Determine vent path Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors Plan the installat...

Page 11: ...e joint compound NOTE For LP gas connections you must use pipe joint compound resistant to the action of LP gas Do not use TEFLON tape 4 Attach the flexible gas connector to the NPT adapter Do not use pipe joint compound for this connection There should be a natural loop in the flexible gas connector The flexible gas connector must not be twisted kinked or attached with any sharp bends 5 All conne...

Page 12: ...the Cycle Control knob Allow the washer to complete one whole cycle 13 To test the dryer set the dryer on a full heat cycle not an air cycle for 20 minutes and start the dryer If the dryer will not start check the following Washer dryer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet Start button has been firmly pushed Electrical supply is connected Household fuses are intact and tight or circuit breake...

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