Electrolux EFME617STT Installation Instructions English Spanish French - Page 5

Installation Requirements 5 Gas supply requirements WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Uncoated copper tubing will corrode when subjected to natural gas, causing gas leaks. Use ONLY black iron, stainless steel, or plasticcoated brass piping for gas supply. 1. Installation MUST conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition). 2. The gas supply line should be 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) pipe. 3. If codes allow, flexible metal tubing may be used to connect your dryer to the gas supply line. The tubing MUST be constructed of stainless steel or plastic-coated brass. 4.The gas supply line MUST have an individual shutoff valve installed in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. 5. A 1/8 inch (0.32 cm) N.P.T. plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, MUST be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer. 6. The dryer MUST be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa). 7. The dryer MUST be isolated from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa). 8. Connections for the gas supply must comply with the Standard for Connectors for Gas Appliances, ANSI Z21.24/CSA 6.10. Exhaust system requirements Use only 4 inch (102 mm) diameter (minimum) rigid or flexible metal duct and approved vent hood which has a swing-out damper(s) that open when the dryer is in operation. When the dryer stops, the dampers automatically close to prevent drafts and the entrance of insects and rodents. To avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a minimum of 12 inches (30.5 cm) clearance between the vent hood and the ground or any other obstruction. WARNING FIRE HAZARD Failure to follow these instructions can create excessive drying times and fire hazards. CORRECT INCORRECT The following are specific requirements for proper and safe operation of your dryer. WARNING FIRE HAZARD Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic or metal foil venting materials. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. CORRECT INCORRECT If your present system is made up of plastic duct or metal foil duct, replace it with a rigid or semirigid metal duct. Also, ensure the present duct is free of any lint prior to installing dryer duct.