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Location Requirements

If installing a gas dryer:
IMPORTANT: 
Observe all governing codes and ordinances. 

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.
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.

NOTE: The dryer must not be installed in an area where it will be

exposed to water and/or weather.

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.
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.
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.
The dryer must be exhausted outdoors.
No other fuel-burning appliance may be installed in the same
closet as the dryer.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as 

gasoline, away from dryer.
Do not install in a garage.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.

Tools needed

8" or 10" pipe wrench
8" or 10" adjustable wrench
Flat-blade screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head
socket wrench
Level
5/16

 

 " socket wrench

Utility knife
Vent clamps
Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas
Caulk gun and caulk (for installing new exhaust vent)
Pliers
Putty knife

Parts supplied

Remove parts bag from dryer drum. Check that all parts were
included.

Dryer foot (4)

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Location Requirements

If installing a gas dryer:
IMPORTANT: 
Observe all governing codes and ordinances. 

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.
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.

NOTE: The dryer must not be installed in an area where it will be

exposed to water and/or weather.

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.
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.
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.
The dryer must be exhausted outdoors.
No other fuel-burning appliance may be installed in the same
closet as the dryer.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as 

gasoline, away from dryer.
Do not install in a garage.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.

Tools needed

8" or 10" pipe wrench
8" or 10" adjustable wrench
Flat-blade screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head
socket wrench
Level
5/16

 

 " socket wrench

Utility knife
Vent clamps
Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas
Caulk gun and caulk (for installing new exhaust vent)
Pliers
Putty knife

Parts supplied

Remove parts bag from dryer drum. Check that all parts were
included.

Dryer foot (4)

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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.

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.

Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

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.

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

                     

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions, 

including the following:

WARNING:

 

Read all instructions before using the dryer.
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 allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close 
supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is 
used near children.
Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, 
remove the door to the drying compartment.
Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.

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 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.
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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be 
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.

Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed 
to the weather.
Do not tamper with controls.

See installation instructions for grounding requirements.

Summary of Contents for 8577213C

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS COMMERCIAL DRYER Gas or Electric Table of Contents 2 8577213C www whirlpool com ...

Page 2: ...rds mean follow instructions instructions DANGER WARNING TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 4 Tools and Parts 4 Location Requirements 4 Electrical Requirements 6 Gas Supply Requirements 7 Venting Requirements 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GAS DRYER 10 Move Dryer Into Position 10 Make Gas Connection 10 Connect Vent 10 Complete Installation 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRIC...

Page 3: ... to the weather Do not tamper with controls See installation instructions for grounding requirements 3 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 ...

Page 4: ...S WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from dryer Do not install in a garage Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here Tools needed 8 or 10 pipe wrench 8 or 10 adjustable wrench Flat blade sc...

Page 5: ...be found on the serial tag on the dryer 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 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 The dryer mus...

Page 6: ... supply cord if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician 6 Electrical Requirements Gas 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 If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used it is recommended tha...

Page 7: ...ndicated on the model serial plate Burner input adjustments are not required when the dryer is operated up to this elevation 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 304...

Page 8: ...or a concealed space of a building Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls ceilings or floors 4 102 mm heavy metal vent and clamps must be used 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 IMPORTANT Observe al...

Page 9: ... 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 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 ...

Page 10: ...any leak found 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 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 ...

Page 11: ... 6 Remove cardboard or hardboard from under dryer 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 Make Electrical Connection Power Supply Cord Method 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...

Page 12: ...l wire white or center of the power supply cord under the center screw of the terminal block Tighten screw 9 Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws Tighten screws 10 Tighten strain relief screws 11 Insert tab of the terminal block cover into slot of the dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw Four wire power supply cord must have four No 10 copper wires and match a four ...

Page 13: ...ter terminal 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 C B 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 ...

Page 14: ... down screw B C A A Conduit connector B Dryer cabinet C Connector screw A To disconnect box B D 5 127 mm 31 2 89 mm 1 25 mm of wires stripped of insulation C Strip 5 127 mm of outer covering from end of cable Leave green or bare ground wire at 5 127 mm Cut 11 2 38 mm from 3 remaining wires Strip insulation back 1 25 mm Shape ends of wires into a hook C B A E D F 5 Remove the center terminal block ...

Page 15: ...re even with outer covering Three wire with ground wire green or bare wire cut short Wire is not used Dryer is grounded through neutral conductor To disconnect box 1 25 mm of wires stripped of insulation 31 2 89 mm 5 Loosen or remove the center terminal 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 ...

Page 16: ...y shutoff valves are set in open position 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 When you call you will need the dryer model number and serial number Both numbers can be found on the serial rating plate ...

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