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02 INSTALLATION Gas requirements THE INSTALLATION MUST CONFORM WITH LOCAL CODES, OR IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES, WITH THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI/Z223.1, LATEST REVISION (FOR THE UNITED STATES), OR WITH THE CAN/CGA-B149 INSTALLATION CODES (FOR CANADA). • Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases. • This dryer designed for use with natural gas. If you plan to use your dryer with LP gas (liquid propane), the conversion must be done by a qualified service technician in order to achieve safe and proper performance. • A 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) gas supply line is recommended and must be reduced to connect to the 3/8 inch (1 cm) gas line on your dryer. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-off valve be installed within 6 inches of your dryer. • Gas dryers installed in residential garages must be raised 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor. • Additionally, a 1/8 inch (0.3 cm) N.P.T. (National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of your dryer's gas supply connection. • Your dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any pressure testing of the system. • DO NOT reuse old flexible metal gas lines. Flexible gas lines must be design certified by the American Gas Association (CGA in Canada). • Any pipe joint compound used must be resistant to the action of any liquefied petroleum gas. • As a courtesy, most local gas utilities will inspect a gas appliance installation. • GAS IGNITION - Your dryer uses an automatic ignition system to ignite the burner. There is no constant burning pilot. Commonwealth of massachusetts installation instructions Your dryer must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. A "T" handle manual gas valve must be installed in the gas supply line to your dryer. If a flexible gas connector is used to install your dryer, the connector may not be longer than 3 feet (36 inches). WARNING • Gas leaks may occur in your system, creating a dangerous situation. • Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone. • Gas suppliers recommend that you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector. • Install and use it in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. DV425000_DC68-03381A.indd 15 English - 15 2013-12-19 �� 1:07:12