Venting requirements, Warning – Whirlpool LTG5243DQ User Manual

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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):

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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):

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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

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The washer/dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater
than ½ psi.

Dryer gas connection

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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

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Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.

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Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible
heavy metal vent.

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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

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Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

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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

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For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are
recommended.

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Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and
kinking.

Flexible metal vent

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Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for
cleaning.

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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

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