Fisher & Paykel Smartload DGGX1US - Manual (Page 20)

Connecting to the dryer
4. To connect the dryer to the gas supply, a number of options and types of connections can be
used, such as rigid piping or tubing, or if local codes permit, new flexible tubing.
5. If flexible tubing is used, an elbow should be installed on the pipe at the back of the dryer for
the flexible tube to be connected to. This will minimise damage to the tube when the dryer
is moved back. Use a flexible tubing connection kit that has designed for use on a clothes
dryer. This kit should have the unions necessary to join to the ends of the tubing. Be sure to
follow all instructions supplied with the kit.
6. Copper tubing should not be used for Natural Gas and if used for LP Gas, it must be LP Gas
compatible.
7. Disconnect and discard old flexible tubing.
8. The gas pipe that comes out of the rear of your dryer has on it a ⁄” NPT male thread. Remove
the protective cap and apply sealing compound or tape to the thread. Thread sealant should
be appropriate for the type of gas to be used.
3 /
8
" NPT pipe thread
Apply thread
sealant
Remove cap Elbow required
for flexible tubing
Completing the connection
9. Use wrenches to tighten all joints but do not over tighten.
10. Open the gas supply valve and check all joints by brushing on a non-corrosive leak-
detecting solution. Bubbling will indicate a leak. If any leaks are found, close the valve
immediately and correct the leaks. Retest and repeat until no leaks are found.
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