Whirlpool 8535841 Installation Instructions Manual

3Tools needed forinstallationParts supplied forinstallationParts needed forinstallation• level• gloves• adjustable wrench that opens to1" or 1" hex-head socket wrench• flat-blade screwdriver• #2 Phillips head screwdriver• safety glasses• tin snipes (new vent installation)• caulking gun and compound• putty knife• 8" or 10" pipe wrench• pipe-joint compoundresistant to L.P. gas• pliers4 leveling legsRemove partspackage from dryerdrum. Check that all 4legs were included.Check local codes and with gassupplier, and read electrical, gas andventing requirements, Pages 5 - 8,before purchasing parts.GasGas supply line must have:• 1/8" NPT plugged tapping.• Shutoff valve within 6 feet ofappliance is required.Rigid gas supply line must be:• 1/2" IPS pipe used with acombination of pipe fittings.• Recommended connection todryer:— New, flexible metal tubing design-certified by AGA or CSA.— 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPTfemale.Optional connection to dryer:Gas supply line tubing must be:• Lengths under 6.1 m (20 feet) canuse 3/8" approved tubing (if codesand gas supplier permit).• Lengths over 6.1 m (20 feet)should use larger tubing.L.P. gas conversion:Conversion must be made by aqualified technician. A qualifiedservice technician is someoneexperienced and trained in servicinggas equipment and familiar withnecessary precautions. See gas valveburner base for gas conversion kit partnumber*.Fire HazardUse a heavy metal vent.Do not use a plastic vent.Do not use a metal foil vent.Failure to do so can result in death orfire.WARNINGVenting systemFour-inch heavy metal exhaust ventand clamps must be used. Dura Safe™vent products are recommended.Dura Safe vent products can bepurchased from your dealer or bycalling Whirlpool Parts & Accessories1-800-442-9991, Mon-Fri: 8am to 9pm(CST), Sat: 9am to 4:30pm (CST).Visit our internet site athttp://www.whirlpoolappliances.com/accessoriesSee Page 11 for more information.Exhaust hoodDo Not use exhaust hoods withmagnetic latches.4" 4"2-1/2"Preferred AcceptableMobile home installationsrequire:• Mobile Home Installation Kit, PartNumber 346764*• Metal exhaust system hardware*Floors sloped greater than1 inch:Require Extended Dryer Feet Kit, PartNo. 279810*.*Available for purchase from yourdealer.