Whirlpool WGD9500TC Use and Care Guide - Page 14

8. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional twothirds turn. A A. Inlet to cold water NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 9. Attach angled end of long hose to fill valve at bottom of dryer back panel. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on fill valve connector. 10. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional twothirds turn. Complete Installation 1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped. 2. Check that you have all of your tools. 3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. 4. Be sure the water faucets are on. 5. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet and hoses. 6. Check the dryer's final location. Be sure the vent is not crushed or kinked. 7. Check that the dryer is level. See "Level Dryer." WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 11. Check that the water faucets are on. 12. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet and hoses. Level Dryer Check the levelness of the dryer. Check levelness first side to side, then front to back. If the dryer is not level, prop up the dryer using a wood block. Use a wrench to adjust the legs up or down and check again for levelness. 8. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Turn on power. 9. Remove any protective film or tape remaining on the dryer. 10. Read "Dryer Use." 11. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust. 12. If you live in a hard water area, use of a water softener is recommended to control the buildup of scale through the water system in the dryer. Over time, the buildup of lime scale may clog different parts of the water system which will reduce product performance. Excessive scale buildup may lead to the need for certain part replacement or repair. 13. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start the dryer. Do not select the Air Only Temperature setting. If the dryer will not start, check the following: ■ Dryer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. ■ Electrical supply is connected. ■ Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. ■ Dryer door is closed. 14. When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and close door. If you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check that the gas supply line shutoff valve is open. ■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is closed, open it, then repeat the 5-minute test as outlined above. ■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is open, contact a qualified technician. 14