Installation Instructions Electrolux Front-Load Gas & Electric Dryer Instrucciones de Instalacion Secadora eléctrica y a gas de carga frontal Electrolux Instructions d’installation Sécheuse à gaz et à l’électricité à chargement frontal Electrolux 137018200 A (0801)
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Installation Requirements Electrical system requirements NOTE Because of potentially inconsistent voltage capabilities, the use of this dryer with power created by gas powered generators, solar powered generators, wind powered generators or any other generator other than the local utility company is not recommended. Electrical requirements for electric dryer: CIRCUIT - Individual 30 amp. branch circuit fused with 30 amp. time delay fuses or circuit breakers.
Installation Requirements Gas supply requirements WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Uncoated copper tubing will corrode when subjected to natural gas, causing gas leaks. Use ONLY black iron, stainless steel, or plasticcoated brass piping for gas supply. 1. Installation MUST conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition). 2. The gas supply line should be 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) pipe. 3.
Installation Requirements Exhaust system requirements, continued WARNING WARNING FIRE HAZARD A clothes dryer must be exhausted outdoors. Do not exhaust dryer into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic, a crawl space or any concealed space of a building. A clothes dryer produces combustible lint. If the dryer is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint will be expelled into the laundry area. An accumulation of lint in any area of the home can create a health and fire hazard.
Installation Requirements Exhaust system requirements, continued WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Do not install the dryer where gasoline or other flammables are kept or stored. If the dryer is installed in a garage, it must be a minimum of 18 inches (45.7 cm) above the floor. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire or burns. 1. Connect an inclined or digital manometer between the dryer and the point the exhaust connects to the dryer. 2.
Installation Requirements Clearance requirements IMPORTANT MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES - Inches (cm) DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYER: 1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. 2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains, drapes, or anything that will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. 3. On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.54 cm). INSTALLATION IN A RECESS OR CLOSET 1.
Installation Requirements Installed dryer dimensions 50.6” (128.5cm)* to clear open door 27.00” (68.5cm) 31.50” (80cm)* to front of closed door 38.00” (96.5cm) electrical supply on rear of unit 53.00” (134.5cm) freestand dryer on floor centerline height for rear vent gas supply pipe on rear of gas unit 3.40” (8.5cm) floor line 1.4” (3.5cm) dryer mounted on optional pedestal 18.25” (46.5cm) 16.25” (41.
Installation Instructions Electrical installation The following are specific requirements for proper and safe electrical installation of your dryer. Failure to follow these instructions can create electrical shock and/or a fire hazard. WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD • This appliance MUST be properly grounded. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. Follow the instructions in this manual for proper grounding. • Do not use an extension cord with this dryer.
Installation Instructions Grounding requirements - Electric dryer (Canada) WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: 1. The dryer MUST be grounded.
Installation Instructions Electrical connection (non-Canada) - 3 wire cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) WARNING 30 AMP NEMA 10-30 ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Neutral (center wire) Failure to disconnect power source before servicing could result in personal injury or even death. 1. Turn off power supply to outlet. Access cover screw 2. Remove the screw securing the terminal block access cover in the lower corner on the back of the dryer. Terminal block Line 2 (BRASS terminal) 3.
Installation Instructions Electrical connection (non-Canada) - 4 wire cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) WARNING Neutral (WHITE wire) Ground (GREEN wire) 30 AMP NEMA 14-30 ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Failure to disconnect power source before servicing could result in personal injury or even death. 1. Turn off power supply to outlet. 2. Remove the screw securing the terminal block access cover in the lower corner on the back of the dryer. 3.
Installation Instructions Gas connection 1. Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear of the dryer. IMPORTANT DO NOT connect the dryer to L.P. gas service without converting the gas valve. An L.P. conversion kit must be installed by a qualified gas technician. 2. Connect a 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid or approved pipe from gas supply line to the 3/8 inch (0.96 cm) pipe located on the back of the dryer. Use a 1/2 inch to 3/8 inch (1.27 cm to 0.96 cm) reducer for the connection.
Installation Instructions Water connection (Steam Model only) 1. Turn off COLD water supply to washer, 2. Remove COLD inlet hose from COLD water supply and inspect for rubber washer. Replace washer if it is torn or worn out. RUBBER WASHER MUST BE PRESENT AND UNDAMAGED COLD INLET HOSE TO WASHER 3. Momentarily turn on COLD supply and run some water into a bucket or container to clear any contaminants in the line. 4.
Installation Instructions Water connection, con’t (Steam Model only) 1. If your installation has room for the COLD water supply to accept the “Y” connector directly, thread the “Y” connector to the COLD water supply and snug it by hand; then tighten it another 2/3 turn with pliers. DIRECT CONNECTION OR WITH EXTENSION WATER INLET ON DRYER NOTE If you were able to install the “Y” connector directly to the COLD water supply, please skip to step 8. 2.
Installation Instructions General installation 1. Connect the exhaust duct to the outside exhaust system (see pages 5 through 7). Use of a 4” (10.2 cm) clamp is recommended to connect the dryer to the exhaust vent system. Use metal foil tape to seal all other joints. 2. Carefully slide the dryer to its final position. Adjust one or more of the legs until the dryer is resting solidly on all four legs. Place a level on top of the dryer. The dryer MUST be level and resting solidly on all four legs.
Installation Instructions WARNING FIRE HAZARD Before operating the dryer, make sure the dryer area is clear and free of combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors. Also see that nothing (such as boxes, clothing, etc.) obstructs the flow of combustion and ventilation air. NOTE On gas dryers, before the burner will light, it is necessary for the gas line to be bled of air.
Reversing Door Preparing to reverse door swing 1 Be sure you have adequate swing area before reversing door. Tools needed: 2 You will need a screw driver with a #2 square bit. 3 Protect flat work surface, such as top of dryer or floor near dryer, with a soft cloth or towel. 4 Be sure dryer is unplugged from power source! Screwdrivers with #2 square & straight bit WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Failure to disconnect power source before servicing could result in personal injury or even death.
Reversing Door Reversing door C) Reversing Hardware on Front Panel D) Removing Door Hardware 1 Remove 2 short, course-thread, panhead screws from striker and 2 plastic hole plugs. 1 Remove 2 long, course-thread, counter-sunk screws and latch plate. Set latch aside. 2 Rotate striker and move to opposite opening. Attach with 2 short, course-thread, panhead screws. 2 Remove 4 long, course-thread, recessed screws and hinge. Set hinge aside.
Reversing Door E) Removing Latch Indicator F) Removing Hole Plug 1 Insert flat blade screwdriver into open slot of latch indicator. 1 Insert flat blade screwdriver into open slot of hole plug. 2 Gently pry upward to release tab. 2 Gently pry upward to release tab. 3 Pull the hole plug out and set it aside. 3 Pull the indicator out and set it aside.
Reversing Door G) Reinserting Latch Indicator 1 Rotate the latch indicator and move it to the opposite hole in the door. insert indicator through slot H) Reinserting Hole Plug 1 Rotate the hole plug and move it to the opposite hole in the door. 2 Firmly insert the two small tabs on either side of the hole plug into the two slots on either side of the hole in the door.
Reversing Door I) Reattaching Latch Plate 1 Rotate latch plate and move to opposite side of door above indicator. 2 Reattach with 2 long, course-thread, counter-sunk screws. J) Reattaching Hinge 1 Rotate hinge and move to opposite side of door above hole plug. K) Reattaching Door to Front Panel 1 Use side locating pins to align hinge and install 1 short, fine-thread, counter-sunk screw in center hole of hinge side.
Reversing Door L) Reversing Trim Ring M) Reinstalling Trim Ring 1 Trim ring orientation is marked on the back. 1 Close door. 2 Remove trim ring cover plate. To remove plate from left, pivot point is down. To remove plate from right, pivot point is up. 2 Orient trim so 12 position is approximately ¾” to the left of top center. Opening in ring should be on the hinge side. UP 3 Insert trim ring in slots and rotate clockwise approximately ¾”.
Options Accesories MATCHING STORAGE PEDESTAL Island White Pedestal - P/N EPWD15IW Mediterranean Blue - P/N EPWD15MB Silver Sands Pedestal - P/N EPWD15SS Turquoise Sky Pedestal - P/N EPWD15TS A storage pedestal accessory, specifically designed for this dryer may be used to elevate the dryer for ease of use. This pedestal will add about 15” (38.1cm) to the height of your unit for a total height of 53” (134.62 cm).
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