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27"(69CM)GASWASHER/DRYER

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

Table of Contents

WASHER/DRYER SAFETY.............................. 2

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS....................2

Toolsand Parts.............................................2

AlternateParts...............................................3

Location Requirements ................................3

DrainSystem .................................................4

ElectricalRequirements ................................5

Gas Supply Requirements ............................5

Venting Requirements...................................6

RemoveShipping Strap................................7

InstallLevelingLegs ......................................8

Connect the DrainHose................................8

Connect the Inlet Hoses................................8

Secure the DrainHose ..................................9

PlanVent System ........................................10

InstallVent System......................................11

LevelWasher/Dryer.....................................11

Make Gas Connection.................................11

Connect Vent...............................................12

Complete Installation...................................12

WASHER/DRYERSAFETY

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.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow

instructions.

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.

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27"(69CM)GASWASHER/DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents WASHER/DRYER SAFETY.............................. 2 INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS....................2 Toolsand Parts .............................................2 AlternateParts...............................................3 Location Requirements ................................3 Drain System .................................................4 ElectricalRequirements ................................5 Gas Supply Requirements ...................
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WARNING: For your safety, the risk of fire or explosion, the information or to prevent in this manual must be followed property - Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable or any other appliance. - WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL damage, personal to minimize injury, or death. vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this GAS: • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.
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Parts supplied: Remove parts package from the washer basket. Check that all parts are included. A B Explosion A. Front leveling feet with nuts (2) B. Shipping strap (Not in bag containing parts. See "Remove Shipping Strap") C. Drain hose Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, D.
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Washer/Dryer Dimensions Mobile Home - Additional Installation Requirements This washer/dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). Mobile home installations require: 71%" (1 81.9 cm) and • Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase from your dealer.
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Electrical Shock Hazard Explosion Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Use a new CSA international Do not remove ground prong. Install a shut=off valve. Do not use an adapter. Securely tighten Do not use an extension cord. if connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 13" (33 cm) water column. Failure to fellow these instructions fire, or electrical shock. can result in death, • A 120 volt, 60 Hz.
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• Must include a shutoff valve: An individual shutoff valve must be installed within 6 feet (1.8 m) of the washer/dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing. --A --B Fire Hazard ----C Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. A. Gas shutoff valve B. Vs" NPT plugged tapping C. Y2" NPT gas supply line D. Gas supply line coupling 34" (86.4 cm) min. to 87" (94 cm) max.
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• Flexible metalventmustbefullyextended andsupported whenthedryerisinitsfinallocation. • Remove excess flexible metalventtoavoidsagging and kinking thatmayresultinreduced airflowandpoor performance. • Donotinstallflexible metalventinenclosed walls,ceilings or floors. Elbows 45° elbows provide betterairflow than90°elbows. • Donotuseanexhaust hoodwitha magnetic latch. Improper ventingcancausemoisture andlintto collect indoors, which may result in: [] Moisture damage to woodwork, carpets, etc.
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4. Open clamp, Twist hose back and forth while pushing onto drain connector on the side of the washer/dryer. Continue until hose contacts the ribbed stops on the cabinet. 5. Place clamp over the area marked "CLAMR" Release clamp. Install the front leveling feet 1. Prop up the front of the washer/dryer about 4" (10,2 cm) with a wood block or similar object. The block needs to support the weight of the washer/dryer. 2. Screw the Iocknut onto each foot to within 1" (2.5 cm) of the base. 1 " (2.
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Connect the inlet hoses to the water faucets Make sure the washer basket is empty. 2. Attach hose to the hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer. 3. Attach hose to the cold water faucet, Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer. 4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional twothirds turn.
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Alternate Choose your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the washer/ dryer. Other installations are possible. installations for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Three close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions provided with the vent system. .iF ....... J[ ....... -J[ ...... ....... t ...... J !, , i "\ i ....
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Determine vent path • Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. Properly leveling your washer/dryer avoids excessive noise and vibration. • Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns. 1. Check the levelness of the washer/dryer by placing a level on the top edge of the washer, first side to side, then front to back. • When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. • Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.
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3. Install the adapter on the r/2" rigid gas supply pipe using pipejoint compound. Check that all parts a_e now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped. 2. A B ........... 3. E ................. _ 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. A. _2"rigid gas supply pipe B. Usepipe-joint compound. C. F2"NPTadapter D. Do not use pipe-joint compound. E. Flexible gas connector NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must use pipe-joint compound resistant to the action of LP gas.