Panasonic VA-12020 - Manual

500A436P003_Rev0 Pub. #31-16222
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
03
COMMERCIAL
STACKED
ELECTRIC DRYERS
Important
• - Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.
Important
• - Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these instructions with the customer.
- Read these instructions completely and carefully
• Install the dryer where the temperature is above 50°F for satisfactory
operation of the dryer control system.
• Do not allow children on or in the appliance. Close supervision is necessary
when the appliance is used near children.
• Service information and the wiring diagram are located in the control console.
• Before the old dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the dryer door.
• Note to Customer - Keep these instructions for local inspector’s use.
Tools and Materials
you will need
Preparing the Installation Site and Unpacking
the Dryer
1.Prepare the area and exhaust for installation of the new dryer.
2.Check to be sure that the existing external exhaust is clean and that it meets
attached installation specifications.
3.Using the four shipping carton corner posts as padding (two on each side),
carefully lay the dryer on its left side and remove foam shipping pad.
4.Return the dryer to an upright position.
5.Move the dryer to the desired location.
CAUTION: FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, STACKED
UNITS MUST BE FASTENED SECURELY TO WALL.
STEP 1
Attach two chains using Phillips head screws to each end of
upper section of cabinet (upper unit).
STEP 2
Locate two wall studs behind desired operating location of
stacked units.
NOTE: For wall studs not appropriately spaced, see section
for Alternate Method for Installation of Wall Hooks.
STEP 3
Screw two wall hooks into two wall studs (same height as
chain connections on cabinet of upper unit). Both chains
should pull straight back to wall studs or angle outward.
NEITHER chain should angle inward.
NOTE: The final construction must withstand a pull of 200 lbs.
INSTALLATION
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
WARNING
- RISK OF FIRE
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
• Install the clothes dryer according to these instructions and in accordance with local codes.
• This dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
• Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for exhausting the clothes dryer to the outdoors.
• Do not install or store this appliance in any location where it could be exposed to water and or weather.
• Save these instructions. (Installers: Be sure to leave these instructions with the customer).
• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic ducting materials. If flexible metal (semi-rigid or foil-type) duct is
installed, it must be UL listed and installed in accordance with these instructions and local codes. Flexible venting
materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct dryer airflow and
increase the risk of fire.
Slip joint pliers
Chains (x2)
2" x 4" studs
Wall hoods
Two dryer power cord kit UL
listed, rated 120/240V, 30A with
3 or 4 prongs if the power
supply is from a wall receptacle.
Two 3/4” UL recognized strain
relief if the power supply is
from a direct wire.
Screwdrivers (slotted or phillips
head)
4” diameter rigid metal duct,
duct clamps, elbows and
exhaust hood.
Basic safety protection such as
safety goggles, gloves and arm
protection are recommended.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN