Whirlpool Clothes Dryer 8577213C User Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS  
COMMERCIAL DRYER – Gas or Electric  
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8577213C  
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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.  
Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.  
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.  
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.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions,  
including the following:  
Read all instructions before using the dryer.  
Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt  
any servicing unless specifically recommended in this  
Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instruc-  
tions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.  
Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.  
Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to  
a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.  
Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,  
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-  
cleaning solvents, other flammable, or explosive  
substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or  
explode.  
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static  
unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric  
softener or product.  
Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or  
similarly textured rubber-like materials.  
Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close  
supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is  
used near children.  
Clean lint screen before or after each load.  
Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent sur-  
rounding areas free from the accumulation of lint,dust,  
and dirt.  
Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded,  
remove the door to the drying compartment.  
The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be  
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.  
Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.  
Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed  
to the weather.  
See installation instructions for grounding requirements.  
Do not tamper with controls.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.  
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 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.  
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS  
Tools and Parts  
Location Requirements  
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.  
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed  
here.  
WARNING  
Tools needed  
8" or 10" pipe wrench  
8" or 10" adjustable wrench  
Flat-blade screwdriver  
Phillips screwdriver  
Explosion Hazard  
Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head  
socket wrench  
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as  
gasoline, away from dryer.  
Level  
Do not install in a garage.  
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.  
5/16" socket wrench  
Utility knife  
Vent clamps  
If installing a gas dryer:  
Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas  
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.  
Caulk gun and caulk (for installing new exhaust vent)  
Check code requirements: Some codes limit or do not permit  
installation of clothes dryers in garages, closets, or sleeping  
quarters. Contact your local building inspector.  
Pliers  
Putty knife  
Make sure that lower edges of the cabinet, plus the back and  
bottom sides of the dryer, are free of obstructions to permit  
adequate clearance of air openings for combustion air. See  
“Recessed Area and Closet Installation Instructions” below for  
minimum spacing requirements.  
Parts supplied  
Remove parts bag from dryer drum. Check that all parts were  
included.  
Dryer foot (4)  
NOTE: The dryer must not be installed in an area where it will be  
exposed to water and/or weather.  
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Product Dimensions  
Recessed Area and Closet Installation Instructions  
This dryer may be installed in a recessed area or closet. For  
recessed area and closet installations, minimum clearances  
can be found on the serial tag on the dryer.  
29" (737 mm)  
The installation spacing is in inches and is the minimum  
allowable. Additional spacing should be considered for ease  
of installation, servicing, and compliance with local codes and  
ordinances.  
16"  
(406 mm)  
ELECTRIC  
If closet door is installed, the minimum unobstructed air opening  
in the top and bottom is required. Louvered doors with equivalent  
air openings are acceptable.  
14  
"
4"  
(102 mm)  
dia.  
(371 mm)  
The dryer must be exhausted outdoors.  
28  
"
No other fuel-burning appliance may be installed in the same  
closet as the dryer.  
(718 mm)  
GAS  
4
�⁄"  
EXHAUST  
(121 mm)  
Minimum Installation Clearances  
18�⁄  
"
1
" (32 mm)  
(467 mm)  
14"  
(356 mm)  
max.  
Back view  
15"  
Closet  
(381 mm)*  
door  
25" (648 mm)  
0"  
(0 mm)  
0" (0 mm)  
0" (0 mm)  
1" (25 mm)  
7
�  
"
(181 mm)  
35"  
(889 mm)  
Recessed  
front view  
Closet  
side view  
*Additional clearances for wall, door and floor moldings may be required or if  
external exhaust elbow is used.  
3" (76 mm)  
48 in2.  
1"  
(25 mm)  
(3.10 m2)*  
Side view  
Front  
Closet  
View  
door  
24 in2  
(1.55 m2)*  
3" (76 mm)  
*Opening is the minimum for a closet door.  
Louvered doors with equivalent air openings are acceptable.  
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Electrical Requirements – Gas Dryer  
Electrical Requirements – Electric Dryer  
IMPORTANT: The dryer must be electrically grounded in  
accordance with local codes and ordinances or, in the absence of  
local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,  
latest edition.  
WARNING  
The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply connection  
for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling  
after 1996, and all mobile home installations.  
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is  
recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine that  
the ground path is adequate.  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
Do not remove ground prong.  
Do not use an adapter.  
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:  
National Fire Protection Association  
One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269  
A four-wire or three-wire, single-phase, 120/240-volt, 60-Hz,  
AC-only electrical supply (or four-wire or three-wire,  
120/208-volt, if specified on the model/serial rating plate) is  
required on a separate, 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of  
the line. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.  
Do not use an extension cord.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,  
fire, or electrical shock.  
A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the  
appliance is installed in a location where grounding through  
the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the  
neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations,  
(2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where  
local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor.  
IMPORTANT: The dryer must be electrically grounded in  
accordance with local codes and ordinances or, in the absence of  
local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,  
latest edition.  
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is  
recommended that a qualified electrical installer determine that  
the ground path is adequate.  
Recommended Ground Method  
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:  
It is your responsibility to contact a qualified electrical installer to  
ensure that the electrical installation is adequate and in  
conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,  
latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.  
National Fire Protection Association  
One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269  
A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical  
circuit is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is also  
recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit  
serving only this dryer be provided.  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:  
Recommended Ground Method  
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or  
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock  
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.  
This dryer uses a cord having an equipment-grounding  
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged  
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and  
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.  
The dryer, when installed, must be electrically grounded in  
accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes,  
with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, latest edition,  
and all local codes and ordinances.  
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS  
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:  
For a permanently connected dryer:  
This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,  
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding  
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and  
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on  
the dryer.  
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or  
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock  
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.  
This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-  
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be  
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed  
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and  
ordinances.  
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-  
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.  
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative or  
personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is  
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power  
supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet  
installed by a qualified electrician.  
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-  
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.  
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative or  
personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is  
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the  
dryer: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed  
by a qualified electrician.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Gas Supply Line  
Gas Supply Requirements  
Recommended method  
Provide a gas supply line of 1/2" rigid (IPS) pipe to the dryer  
location. Pipe joint compounds that resist the action of LP gas  
must be used. Do not use TEFLON®† tape. With LP gas,  
piping or tubing size can be 1/2" minimum. Usually, LP gas  
suppliers determine the size and materials used in the system.  
WARNING  
Alternate method  
The gas supply may also be connected using 3/8" approved  
copper or aluminum tubing. If the total length of the supply  
line is more than 20 feet (6.1 m), larger tubing will be required.  
If using natural gas, do not use copper tubing. Pipe joint  
compounds that resist the action of LP gas must be used.  
Explosion Hazard  
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.  
Install a shut-off valve.  
Flexible metal appliance connector:  
Securely tighten all gas connections.  
It is recommended that a new flexible stainless steel gas line,  
design-certified by CSA International, be used for connecting  
the dryer to the gas supply line. (The gas pipe which extends  
through the lower rear of the dryer is provided with 3/8" male  
pipe thread.)  
If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure  
gas pressure does not exceed 14" (360 mm) water  
column.  
Examples of a qualified person include:  
licensed heating personnel,  
authorized gas company personnel, and  
authorized service personnel.  
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.  
Do not kink or damage the flexible stainless steel gas line  
when moving the dryer.  
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.  
Rigid pipe connection:  
This installation must conform with all local codes and  
ordinances. In the absence of local codes, installation must  
conform with American National Standard, National Fuel Gas  
Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.  
The rigid pipe connection requires a combination of pipe fittings  
to obtain an in-line connection to the dryer.  
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:  
National Fire Protection Association  
One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269  
The design of this dryer has been certified by CSA International  
for use at altitudes up to 10,000 feet (3048 m) above sea level at  
the B.T.U. rating indicated on the model/serial plate. Burner input  
adjustments are not required when the dryer is operated up to  
this elevation.  
Must include a shutoff valve:  
The supply line must be equipped with a manual shutoff valve  
installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of dryer in accordance with  
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. This valve should be  
located in the same room as the dryer. It should be in a  
location that allows ease of opening and closing. Do not block  
access to shutoff valve. The valve is for turning on or shutting  
off gas to the dryer.  
When installed above 10,000 feet (3048 m), a four percent (4%)  
reduction of the burner B.T.U. rating shown on the model/serial  
plate is required for each 1,000 foot (305 m) increase in elevation.  
For assistance when converting to other gas types and/or  
installing above 10,000 feet (3048 m) elevation, contact your local  
service company.  
B
A
Type of Gas  
This dryer is equipped for use with natural gas. It is design-  
certified by CSA International for L.P. (propane and butane) gases  
with appropriate conversion. No attempt shall be made to convert  
the dryer from the gas specified on the serial/rating plate for use  
with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier.  
Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician. Gas  
conversion kit part numbers are listed on the gas valve burner  
base.  
C
A. Gas supply line  
B. Shutoff valve “open” position  
C. To dryer  
Installed in a confined area:  
If the dryer is installed in a confined area such as a bathroom  
or closet, provision must be made for enough air for  
combustion and ventilation. Check governing codes and  
ordinances or refer to the “Recessed Area and Closet  
Installation Instructions” in the “Location Requirements”  
section  
†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.  
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Plan installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns.  
Gas Supply Pressure Testing  
A 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping, accessible for gauge  
testing, must be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply  
connection to the dryer.  
A
B
The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping  
system during any pressure testing of the system at test  
pressures in excess of 1/2 psig.  
Exhaust Air Flow  
A. Better  
B. Good  
Venting Requirements  
Allow as much room as possible when using elbows or making  
turns. Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.  
WARNING  
Vent outlet is located at the center of the bottom dryer back.  
The vent can be routed up, down, left, right, behind the dryer or  
straight out the back of the dryer.  
Vent System Length  
Maximum length of vent system depends upon the type of vent  
used, number of elbows and type of exhaust hood. The maximum  
length for both rigid and flexible vent is shown in the chart.  
Fire Hazard  
Use a heavy metal vent.  
Do not use a plastic vent.  
Do not use a metal foil vent.  
Maximum Vent Length  
4" (102 mm) Diameter Exhaust Hoods  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death  
Box  
Louvered  
212" (63.5 mm) Angled  
or fire.  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE  
Rigid Metal Vent  
58 ft. (17.7 m)  
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.  
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,  
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space  
of a building.  
No. of 90° turns  
Box Hood and Louvered Style  
Angled Hood Style  
64 ft. (19.5 m)  
0
1
48 ft. (14.6 m)  
54 ft. (16.5 m)  
2
44 ft. (13.4 m)  
38 ft. (11.6 m)  
Only rigid or flexible metal duct shall be used for exhausting.  
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4
35 ft. (10.7 m)  
29 ft. (8.8 m)  
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.  
27 ft. (8.2 m)  
21 ft. (6.4 m)  
Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings,  
or floors.  
For vent systems not covered by the vent specificationchart, see  
4" (102 mm) heavy metal vent and clamps must be used.  
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Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws,  
or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the  
vent. Items sticking through the vent can catch lint.  
If dryer is installed in a confined area, such as a bedroom,
bathroom or closet, provisionmust be made forenoughair for  
The total length of flexible metal vent shall not exceed 73/4 ft  
(2.4 m).  
combustion and ventilation. (Check governing codes and  
ordinances.) See “Recessed Area and Closet Installation  
Instructions” in the “Location Requirements” section  
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.  
A four-inch outlet hood is preferred. However, a 2 " (64 mm)  
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.  
outlet exhaust hood may be used. A 2 " (64 mm) outlet creates  
greater back pressure than other hood types. For permanent  
Rigid metal vent is recommended to prevent crushing and  
kinking.  
installation, a stationary vent system is required.  
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when  
the dryer is in its final position. Remove excess flexible metal vent  
to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow  
and poor performance.  
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and  
insects from entering the home or business.  
Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (305 mm) from the ground or  
any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as  
flowers, rocks or bushes).  
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 metal or  
flexible metal vent.  
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If an exhaust hood cannot be used:  
Multiple Dryer Venting  
B
A main vent can be used for venting a group of dryers. Main  
vent should be sized to remove 200 CFM of air per dryer.  
Large-capacity lint screens of proper design may be used in  
the main vent if checked and cleaned frequently. The room  
where the dryers are located should have make-up air equal  
to or greater than the CFM of all the dryers in the room.  
A
D
C
Min. 12" (305 mm) clearance  
above any accumulation  
Back-draft Damper Kits, Part No. 3391910, are available from  
your Whirlpool dealer and should be installed in each dryer's  
vent to prevent exhausted air from returning into the dryers  
and to keep the exhaust in balance within the main vent.  
Unobstructed air openings are required.  
of snow, ice, or debris such  
as leaves.  
A. Exhaust hood or elbow  
E
B. Wall  
C. Main collector vent  
D. Horizontal vent  
E. 180° sweep elbow  
F. Vertical vent  
G. Roof  
Each vent should enter the main vent at an angle pointing in the  
direction of the airflow. Vents entering from the opposite side  
should be staggered to reduce the exhausted air from interfering  
with the other vents.  
2 ft. (610 mm)  
min.above  
highestpoint  
F
The maximum angle of each vent entering the main vent should  
be no more than 30°.  
of building  
G
C
A
30˚ max.  
The outside end of the main vent should have a sweep elbow  
directed downward. If the main vent travels vertically through the  
roof, rather than through the wall, install a 180° sweep elbow on  
the end of the vent at least 2 feet (610 mm) above the highest part  
air ow  
B
of the building. The opening wall or roof shall have a diameter 1/2"  
(13 mm) larger than the vent diameter. The vent should be  
centered in the opening.  
A. Individual dryer vent  
B. Main vent  
Do not install screening or cap over the end of the vent.  
Keep air openings free of dry cleaning fluid fumes. Fumes create  
acids which, when drawn through the dryer heating units, can  
damage dryers and loads being dried.  
A clean-out cover should be located on the main vent for periodic  
cleaning of the vent system.  
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS – GAS DRYER  
Move Dryer Into Position  
Connect Vent  
1. Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in  
dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is  
clean. The dryer vent must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet  
and inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured to  
exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp.  
WARNING  
Excessive Weight Hazard  
Use two or more people to move and install dryer.  
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.  
2. Move dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink vent. Make  
sure dryer is level.  
3. Check that there are no kinks in the flexible gas line.  
NOTE: Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard before moving to  
avoid damaging floor covering.  
Complete Installation  
1. Using two or more people, move dryer to desired installation  
1. With dryer in final position place level on top of the dryer, first  
side to side; then front to back. If the dryer is not level, adjust  
the legs of the dryer up or down until the dryer is level.  
location.  
2. Take tape off front corners of dryer. Open dryer and remove  
the literature and parts packages. Wipe the interior of the  
drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.  
3. Take two of the cardboard corners from the carton and place  
them on the floor in back of the dryer. Firmly grasp the body  
of the dryer and gently lay it on its back on the cardboard  
corners.  
WARNING  
4. With one of the legs in hand, check the ridges for a diamond  
marking. That's how far the leg is supposed to go into the  
hole.  
5. Start to screw the leveling legs into the holes by hand.  
(Use a small amount of liquid detergent to lubricate the screw  
threads so it is easier to turn the legs.) Use a 1" wrench or  
socket wrench to finish turning the legs until you reach the  
diamond mark.  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
Do not remove ground prong.  
Do not use an adapter.  
Now stand the dryer up.  
Do not use an extension cord.  
6. Remove cardboard or hardboard from under dryer.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,  
fire, or electrical shock.  
Make Gas Connection  
1. Remove red cap from gas pipe.  
2. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
2. Connect gas supply to dryer. Use pipe-joint compound  
resistant to the action of L.P. gas for gas connections. If  
flexible metal tubing is used, be certain there are no kinks.  
3. Check dryer operation (some accumulated time may be on  
the timer due to factory testing).  
Pull timer-set button left. (Operating time will accumulate per  
number of depressions and type of timing cam used.) Push  
START/RESTART button. Using a full heat cycle (not the air  
cycle), let the dryer run for at least five minutes.  
If necessary for service, open the toe panel. Use a putty knife  
to press on the toe panel lock located at the center top of the  
toe panel. Pull downward on the toe panel to open. Toe panel  
is hinged at the bottom.  
NOTE: Dryer door must be closed for dryer to operate. When  
door is open, dryer stops, but timer continues to run. To  
restart dryer, close door and push START/RESTART button.  
3. Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line.  
4. Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive  
leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any  
leak found.  
4. If the burner does not ignite and you can feel no heat inside  
the dryer, shut off dryer for five minutes. Check that all supply  
valve controls are in “ON” position and that the electrical cord  
is plugged in. Repeat five-minute test.  
5. If drying time is too long, make sure lint screen is clean.  
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS – ELECTRIC DRYER  
Move Dryer Into Position  
Make Electrical Connection  
Power Supply Cord Method  
WARNING  
Excessive Weight Hazard  
Use two or more people to move and install dryer.  
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.  
This dryer is manufactured with the neutral ground wire  
connected to the neutral (center) of the wiring harness at the  
terminal block. If local codes do not permit this type of  
connection, use “Four-wire connection” instructions.  
Use a UL-listed power supply kit rated 240-volt min., 30-amp  
and marked for use with a clothes dryer.  
NOTE: Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard before moving to  
avoid damaging floor covering.  
1. Using two or more people, move dryer to desired installation  
WARNING  
location.  
2. Take tape off front corners of dryer. Open dryer and remove  
the literature and parts packages. Wipe the interior of the  
drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.  
3. Take two of the cardboard corners from the carton and place  
them on the floor in back of the dryer. Firmly grasp the body  
of the dryer and gently lay it on its back on the cardboard  
corners.  
Fire Hazard  
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.  
Use a UL listed strain relief.  
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.  
4. With one of the legs in hand, check the ridges for a diamond  
marking. That's how far the leg is supposed to go into the  
hole.  
5. Start to screw the leveling legs into the holes by hand.  
(Use a small amount of liquid detergent to lubricate the screw  
threads so it is easier to turn the legs.) Use a 1" wrench or  
socket wrench to finish turning the legs until you reach the  
diamond mark.  
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center  
terminal (silver).  
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to  
green ground connector.  
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining  
Now stand the dryer up.  
6. Remove cardboard or hardboard from under dryer.  
2 terminals (gold).  
Securely tighten all electrical connections.  
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or  
electrical shock.  
1. Disconnect power.  
2. Remove hold-down screw and the terminal block cover.  
A
D
C
B
A. External ground conductor screw  
B. Tab  
C. Terminal block cover  
D. Hold-down screw  
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3. Assemble 3/4" UL-listed strain relief (UL marking on strain  
relief) into the hole below the terminal block opening. Tighten  
strain relief screws just enough to hold the two clamp  
sections together. Install power supply cord through the  
strain relief.  
B
A
C
A. Strain relief clamp sections  
B. Dryer cabinet  
C. Strain relief screws  
4. Complete installation following instructions for your type of  
electrical connection:  
Four-wire (recommended method)  
Power Supply Cord,  
Four-wire electrical connection:  
B
A
5. Remove the center terminal block screw.  
6. Remove the appliance neutral ground wire  
from the external ground conductor screw.  
Fasten under center, silver-colored  
terminal block screw.  
C
A
G
F
7. Connect the ground wire of the power  
supply cord to the external ground  
conductor screw. Tighten screw.  
B
C
D
8. Connect the neutral wire (white or center)  
of the power supply cord under the center  
screw of the terminal block. Tighten  
screw.  
D
E
F
9. Connect the other wires to outer terminal  
G
block screws. Tighten screws.  
E
A. Spade terminals with upturned ends  
B. Neutral  
10. Tighten strain relief screws.  
A. External ground conductor screw  
B. Appliance neutral ground wire  
C. Center terminal block screw  
D. Outer terminal block screws  
E. Strain relief screw  
C. 3/4" UL-listed strain relief  
D. Neutral (white)  
E. Ring terminals  
F. Ground wire  
G. Ground prong  
11. Insert tab of the terminal block cover into  
slot of the dryer rear panel. Secure cover  
with hold-down screw.  
F. Neutral (center wire)  
G. Ground wire  
Four-wire power supply cord must have four,  
No.-10 copper wires and match a four-wire  
receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30R. The  
fourth wire (ground conductor) must be  
identified by a green cover and the neutral  
conductor by a white cover.  
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Use this method where local codes permit connecting  
Power Supply Cord,  
Three-wire electrical connection:  
neutral ground wire to neutral wire:  
A
B
5. Loosen or remove the center terminal  
F
block screw.  
6. Connect the neutral wire (white or center)  
of the power supply cord to the center,  
silver-colored terminal screw of the  
terminal block. Tighten screw.  
E
7. Connect the other wires to outer terminal  
A
C
block screws. Tighten screws.  
8. Tighten strain relief screws.  
9. Insert tab of the terminal block cover into  
slot of the dryer rear panel. Secure cover  
with hold-down screw.  
D
A. External ground conductor screw  
B. Center terminal block screw  
C. Outer terminal block screws  
D. Strain relief screw  
This blade connected to  
this conductor.  
B
E. Neutral (center wire)  
F. Appliance neutral ground wire  
D
C
E
A. Spade terminals with upturned ends  
B. Ring terminals  
C. Neutral (white or center)  
D. 3/4" UL-listed strain relief  
E. Neutral  
Use this method where local codes do not permit  
connecting neutral ground wire to neutral wire:  
A
B
5. Remove the center terminal block screw.  
C
6. Remove the appliance neutral ground wire  
from the external ground conductor  
screw. Connect the appliance neutral  
ground wire and the neutral wire (white or  
center) of the power supply cord under  
the center, silver-colored terminal block  
screw. Tighten screw.  
Three-wire power supply cord must  
have three, No.-10 copper wires and  
match a three-wire receptacle of NEMA  
Type 10-30R.  
D
7. Connect the other wires to outer terminal  
G
block screws. Tighten screws.  
8. Tighten strain relief screws.  
E
9. Insert tab of the terminal block cover into  
slot of the dryer rear panel. Secure cover  
with hold-down screw.  
F
10. After reattaching the terminal cover,  
connect a separate copper ground wire  
from the external ground conductor screw  
to an adequate ground.  
A. Separate copper ground wire  
B. External ground conductor screw  
C. Appliance neutral ground wire  
D. Center terminal block screw  
E. Outer terminal block screws  
F. Strain relief screw  
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is  
used, it is recommended that a qualified  
electrician determine that the ground path is  
adequate.  
G. Neutral (center wire)  
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1. Disconnect power.  
Direct Wire Method  
2. Remove hold-down screw and the terminal block cover.  
A
WARNING  
D
C
B
A. External ground conductor screw  
B. Tab  
C. Terminal block cover  
D. Hold-down screw  
Fire Hazard  
Use 10 gauge solid copper wire.  
Use a UL listed strain relief.  
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.  
3. Install 3/4" conduit connector into the hole below the terminal  
block opening. Connect flexible metallic conduit and tighten  
connector screw. Install direct wire cable through the flexible  
metallic conduit.  
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center  
terminal (silver).  
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to  
green ground connector.  
B
A
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining  
2 terminals (gold).  
C
Securely tighten all electrical connections.  
A. Conduit connector  
B. Dryer cabinet  
C. Connector screw  
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or  
electrical shock.  
4. Complete installation following instructions for your type of  
electrical connection:  
Direct wire cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire)  
and be:  
Four-wire (recommended method)  
Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable  
(with ground wire), protected with flexible metallic conduit. All  
current-carrying wires must be insulated.  
Three-wire (if four-wire is not available)  
10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum).  
At least 5 ft. (1.52 m) long.  
Direct Wire,  
Four-wire electrical connection:  
B
5. Remove the center terminal block screw.  
A
6. Remove the appliance neutral ground  
wire from the external ground conductor  
screw. Fasten under center, silver-  
colored terminal block screw.  
2
3
1
" (89 mm)  
C
A
1" (25 mm)  
of wires  
stripped of  
insulation  
To  
7. Connect the ground wire (green or bare)  
of the direct wire cable to the external  
ground conductor screw. Tighten screw.  
disconnect  
box  
F
E
B
8. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire  
(white or center) of the direct wire cable  
under the center screw of the terminal  
block (hook facing right). Squeeze hook  
end together. Tighten screw.  
C
D
D
5" (127 mm)  
9. Place the hooked ends of the other  
direct wire cable wires under the outer  
terminal block screws (hook facing right).  
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten  
screws.  
A. External ground conductor screw  
B. Appliance neutral ground wire  
C. Center terminal block screw  
D. Outer terminal block screws  
E. Neutral (center wire)  
Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering  
from end of cable. Leave green or bare  
Shape ends  
of wires into  
a hook.  
ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Cut 1  
"
1⁄2  
(38 mm) from 3 remaining wires. Strip  
insulation back 1" (25 mm).  
10. Insert tab of the terminal block cover into  
slot of the dryer rear panel. Secure cover  
with hold-down screw.  
A. 3/4" conduit connector  
B. Neutral (white or center)  
C. Ground wire (green or bare)  
F. Green or bare ground wire  
D. 10-gauge, 3 wire with ground wire  
in flexible metallic conduit  
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Direct Wire,  
Three-wire electrical connection:  
Use this method where local codes permit  
connecting neutral ground wire to  
neutral wire:  
A
B
5. Loosen or remove the center terminal  
E
block screw.  
6. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire  
(white or center) of the direct wire cable  
under the center screw of the terminal  
block (hook facing right). Squeeze  
D
C
hooked end together. Tighten screw.  
Three wire with ground wire: green or bare  
wire cut short. Wire is not used. Dryer is  
grounded through neutral conductor.  
7. Place the hooked ends of the other  
direct wire cable wires under the outer  
terminal block screws (hook facing right).  
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten  
screws.  
A. External ground conductor screw  
B. Center terminal block screw  
C. Outer terminal block screws  
D. Neutral (center wire)  
A
1" (25 mm)  
of wires  
8. Insert tab of the terminal block cover into  
slot of the dryer rear panel. Secure cover  
with hold-down screw.  
stripped of  
insulation  
To  
disconnect  
box  
E. Appliance neutral ground wire  
Use this method where local codes do  
not permit connecting neutral ground  
wire to neutral wire:  
A
B
C
B
C
D
312" (89 mm)  
5. Remove the center terminal block screw.  
6. Remove the appliance neutral ground wire  
from the external ground conductor screw.  
Connect the appliance neutral ground wire  
and the neutral wire (white or center) of the  
direct wire cable under the center, silver-  
colored terminal block screw. Tighten  
screw.  
2
Strip 3 " (89 mm) of outer  
1
covering from end of cable. Strip  
insulation back 1" (25 mm). If using  
3 wire cable with ground wire, cut  
green or bare wire even with outer  
covering.  
Shape ends  
of wires into  
a hook.  
F
A. 3/4" conduit connector  
B. Neutral (white or center)  
C. 10-gauge, 3 wire with ground wire in  
flexible metallic conduit  
E
7. Connect the other wires to outer terminal  
block screws. Tighten screws.  
8. Insert tab of the terminal block cover into  
slot of the dryer rear panel. Secure cover  
with hold-down screw.  
A. Separate copper ground wire  
B. External ground conductor screw  
C. Appliance neutral ground wire  
D. Center terminal block screw  
E. Outer terminal block screws  
F. Neutral (center wire)  
9. After reattaching the terminal cover,  
connect a separate copper ground wire  
from the external ground connector screw  
to an adequate ground.  
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is  
used, it is recommended that a qualified  
electrician determine that the ground path is  
adequate.  
2. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.  
Connect Vent  
3. Check dryer operation (some accumulated time may be on  
1. Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in  
dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is  
clean. The dryer vent must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet  
and inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured to  
exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp.  
the timer due to factory testing).  
Pull timer-set button left. (Operating time will accumulate per  
number of depressions and type of timing cam used.) Push  
START/RESTART button. Using a full heat cycle (not the air  
cycle), let the dryer run for at least five minutes.  
2. Move dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink vent. Make  
NOTE: Dryer door must be closed for dryer to operate. When  
door is open, dryer stops, but timer continues to run. To  
restart dryer, close door and push START/RESTART button.  
sure dryer is level.  
4. If drying time is too long, make sure lint screen is clean.  
Complete Installation  
5. Now start the dryer and allow it to complete a full heat cycle  
1. With dryer in final position place level on top of the dryer, first  
side to side; then front to back. If the dryer is not level, adjust  
the legs of the dryer up or down until the dryer is level.  
(not air cycle) to make sure it is working properly.  
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Maintenance instructions:  
Clean lint screen after each cycle.  
Removing accumulated lint:  
From inside the dryer cabinet:  
If you need assistance:  
The Commercial Laundry Support Center will answer any  
questions about operating or maintaining your dryer not covered  
in the Installation Instructions.  
Just dial 1-800 NO BELTS (1-800-662-3587) — the call is toll free.  
Lint should be removed every 2 years or more often,  
depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a  
qualified person.  
When you call, you will need the dryer model number and serial  
number. Both numbers can be found on the serial-rating plate  
located in the dryer door well.  
From the exhaust vent:  
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,  
depending on dryer usage.  
Keep area around dryer clear and free from combustible  
materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.  
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would obstruct  
the flow of combustion and ventilation air.  
If dryer does not operate check the following:  
Electric supply is connected.  
Circuit breakers are not tripped or fuses are not blown.  
Door is closed.  
Controls are set in a running or “ON” position.  
START button has been pushed firmly.  
For gas dryers, check that gas supply shutoff valves are set in  
open position.  
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