MIDEA Dryer MLE45N1BWW - Manual (Page 23)

Manual
Shutoff
Valve
Flare
Union Flare
Union
Open
Nipple Flexible
Connector Inlet Pipe on
Back of Dryer
GAS FLOW
All connections must be wrench-tightened
CONNECT THE GAS LINE (FOR GAS MODELS)
Review the “ Gas Requirements ” section on page 14. Remove the pipe
thread protective cap.
Apply a pipe joint compound or about 11/2" wraps of teflon tape over all
threaded connections.
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The pipe joint compound must be resistant to the actions of any
liquefied petroleum gas.
Connect the gas supply to your dryer. An additional fitting is required
to connect the
3/4 " (1.9 cm) female thread end of a flexible connector to
the 3/8 " (1 cm) male threaded end on the dryer. Use only new AGA or CSA
certified gas supply line with SS flexible connectors. within 6 ft (1.8 m) of
the dryer
Securely tighten the gas line fitting over the threads.
Turn on the gas supply.
WARNING
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All gas installations of the dryer must be equipped with Manual Shut-
Off valve.
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Uncoated copper tubing will corrode when subjected to natural gas,
causing gas leaks. Use ONLY black iron, stainless steel, or plastic-
coated brass piping for gas supply.
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Check all gas connections for leaks using a soap solution.
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If bubbles appear, tighten the connections and recheck. DO NOT use
an open flame to check for gas leaks.
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