Maytag MED5630M Installation Instructions - Page 9

GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS WARNING Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. Install a shut-off valve. Securely tighten all gas connections. If connected to propane, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 13" (33 cm) 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. GAS TYPE Natural Gas: This dryer is equipped for use with natural gas. It is certified by UL for use with propane gas with appropriate conversion. ■■ Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate in the door well of your dryer. If this information does not agree with the type of gas available, contact your dealer or call the phone numbers referenced in the "Assistance or Service" section of your Use and Care Guide. Option 2 (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum or copper tubing: ■■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas connection to the dryer. See illustration below. ■■ 1/2" IPS pipe is recommended. ■■ 3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit. ■■ If you are using natural gas, do not use copper tubing. ■■ Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and a different size adapter fitting. ■■ If your dryer has been converted to use propane gas, 3/8" propane compatible copper tubing can be used. If the total length of the supply line is more than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use larger pipe. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of propane gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON®† tape. ■■ Must include shut-off valve. In the U.S.A.: An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing. In Canada: An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual manual shut-off valve be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing. Propane Gas Conversion: IMPORTANT: Conversion must be made by a qualified technician. No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different gas without consulting your gas company. GAS SUPPLY LINE Option 1 (Recommended Method) Flexible stainless steel gas connector: ■■ If local codes permit, use a new flexible stainless steel gas connector (Design Certified by the American Gas Association or CSA International) to connect your dryer to the rigid gas supply line. Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed, to prevent kinking. A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. Gas shut-off valve †®TEFLON is a registered trademark of Chemours. 9