Whirlpool LTG5243DQ - Manual (Page 6)

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■ Must include a shutoff valve:
An individual shutoff valve must be installed within
six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the washer/dryer in accordance with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. The
location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.
Burner input requirements:
Elevations up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m):
■ The design of this washer/dryer is certified by CSA
International for use at altitudes up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m)
above sea level at the Btu rating indicated on the model/serial
number plate. Burner input adjustments are not required when
the dryer is operated up to this elevation.
Elevations above 10,000 ft (3,048 m):
■ When installed above 10,000 ft (3,048 m) a 4% reduction of
the burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate
is required for each 1,000 ft (305 m) increase in elevation.
Gas supply pressure testing
■ The washer/dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater
than ½ psi.
Dryer gas connection
■ This washer/dryer is equipped with its own permanent,
flexible gas connector, design-certified by CSA International,
for connecting the washer/dryer to the gas supply line.
Flexible gas connector
Venting Requirements
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this washer/dryer
MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling or a concealed space of a building.
If using an existing vent system
■ Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
■ Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible
heavy metal vent.
■ Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if
necessary to achieve the best drying performance.
If this is a new vent system
Vent material
■ Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
■ 4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.
DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your
dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more
information, see the “Assistance or Service” section of the
Washer/Dryer User Instructions.
Rigid metal vent
■ For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are
recommended.
■ Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and
kinking.
Flexible metal vent
■ Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for
cleaning.
■ Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported
when the dryer is in its final location.
A. Gas shutoff valve
B.
¹⁄₈" NPT minimum plugged tapping
C. ½" NPT gas supply line
D. Gas supply line coupling 34" (86.4 cm) min.
to 37" (94 cm) max. from floor
A
B
C
D
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
4"
10.2 cm