Clothes Dryer User Manual

TO CONVERT FROM NATURAL TO LIQUID PROPANE (L.P.) GAS

1. Disconnect electrical power to the dryer.

2. Close ALL shutoff valves in dryer gas supply line.

3. Disconnect gas valve wiring.

NOTE: Identify location of each wire for correct reinstallation.

4. Break union connection (nut) between union shutoff and gas valve.

5. Loosen and remove four (4) screws from pipe brackets holding the gas valve/manifold assembly to the gas

valve plate.

6. Remove gas valve and manifold assembly from the dryer.

7. Unscrew main burner orifice and replace with L.P. orifices supplied.

NOTE: Use extreme care when removing and replacing orifices. These orifices are made of brass,

which is easily damaged.

8. To convert gas valve for use with L.P. gas, refer to the instructions included in kit envelope (#f92-0737)

supplied.

9. Reverse procedure for installing valve manifold assembly to the dryer.

IMPORTANT: External regulation of a consistent gas pressure of 10.5 inches (26.1 mb) water

column (W.C.) must be provided.

10. Open ALL shutoff valves and test for leaks.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT test for leaks with an open flame. Use soapy water solution or a product

intended for that purpose.

11. Operate dryer through one (1) complete cycle to insure proper operation.

IMPORTANT: Conversion should be performed by competent technicians in accordance with local

and state codes. Improper assembly or adjustment can cause hazardous conditions.

NOTE: There is no regulator provided in a liquid propane (L.P.) dryer. The water column pressure

must be regulated at the source L.P. tank, or an external regulator must be added to each

dryer.

12. Call American Dryer Corporation for L.P. conversion kits or the proper orifices for natural or L.P. gas.