Maytag MGDB200VQ Installation Instructions - Page 8
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GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS ■■ Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to avoid kinking. ■■ Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON®† tape. ■■ This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a listed flexible gas connector that complies with the standard for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10. VENTING Venting REQUiREMENTS WARNING BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS Elevations above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m): ■■ When installed above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m) a 4% reduction of the burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate is required for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in elevation. Gas supply pressure testing ■■ The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 1/2 psi. DRYER GAS PIPE ■■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting. B 2 1/8" (54 mm) A 1" (25 mm) 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent A. 1/2" NPT gas supply line B. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe *NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe height must be an additional 10" (254 mm) or 15.5" (394 mm) from the floor, depending on the pedestal model. For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be an additional 18" (460 mm) from the floor. ■■ Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps may be used. ■■ Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. Rigid metal vent: ■■ Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid crushing and kinking. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance. ■■ Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors. ■■ The total length should not exceed 7 3/4 ft. (2.4 m). NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Review Vent System Chart and if necessary, modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance. †®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company. 8