Connecting Gasto Your Dryer (Gas Models Only)
4 A listed connector in compliance with ANSIZ21.24/CSA6.10 must be used to connect the dryer to
the gas supply.
5 If flexible tubing is used, an elbow should be installed on the pipe at the back of the dryer for
the flexible tube to be connected to. This will minimize damage to the tube when the dryer is
moved back. Usea flexible tubing connection kit that hasdesigned for useor] a clothes dryer.
This kit should have the unions necessary to join to the ends of the tubing. Besure to follow all
instructions supplied with the kit.
6 Copper tubing should not be used for Natural Gas and if used for LPGas,it must be LPGas
compatible.
7 Disconnect and discard old flexible tubing.
8 The gas pipe that comes out of the rear of your dryer hasor] it a sA"NPTmale thread. Remove
the protective cap and apply sealing compound or tape to the thread. Thread sealant should be
appropriate for the type of gasto be used.
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Completing the Connection
1 Use wrenches to tighter] all joints but do not over tighter].
2 Open the gas supply valve and check alljoints by brushing or] a non corrosive lea_detecting
solution. Bubbling will indicate a leak. If any leaksare found, close the valve immediately and
correct the leaks. Retest with repeat until no leaks are found.
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