Maytag MDG120 - Manual (Page 9)

LOCATION OF DRYER
Before installing the dryer, be sure the location
conforms to local codes and ordinances. In
absence of such codes or ordinances location
must conform with the National Fuel Gas
Code ANSI Z223.1-LATEST EDITION or in
CANADA, the Canadian Installation Codes
CAN/CGA-B149.1-M91 (Natural Gas) or CAN/
CGA-B149.2-M91 (LP. Gas) or LATEST EDI­
TION.
1 . The dryer must be installed on a sound,
level floor capable of supporting its weight. It
is recommended that carpeting be removed
from the floor area on which the dryer is to rest.
2. The dryer must not be installed or stored in
an area where it will be exposed to water
and/or weather.
3. This dryer is for use in noncombustible
locations.
4. Provisions for adequate air supply must be
provided as noted in this manual (refer to
Fresh Air Supply).
5. Clearance provisions must be made from
combustible construction as noted in this
manual (refer to Dryer Enclosure Require­
ments).
6. Provisions must be made for adequate
clearances for servicing and for operation as
noted in this manual (refer to Dryer Encio-
sure Requirements).
7. Dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors
(refer to Exhaust Requirements).
8. Dryer must be located in an area where
correct exhaust venting can be achieved as
noted in this manual (refer to
Exhaust Re­
quirements).
DRYER ENCLOSURE
REQUIREMENTS
The clearance between the header and the dryer
must be a minimum of 4 inches and must not
extend more than 4 inches to the rear of the dryer
front. The bulkhead facing must not be closed in
all the way to the top of the dryer. A 2-inch clear­
ance is required.
NOTE: Bulkhead facing should not be installed
until after dryer is in place. Ceiling area must
be located a minimum of 12 inches above the
top of the dryer.
NOTE: When fire sprinkler systems are located
above the dryers, a minimum of 18-inches
above the dryer console (module) is suggested.
Dryers may be positioned side wall to side wall
however, 1 or 2 Inches is suggested between
dryers (or wall) for ease of installation and
maintenance.
Allowances must be made for the opening and
closing of the control and lint doors.
NEAREST COMBUSTIBLE
’ WALL CONSTRUCTIONS
4” HEADER CLEARANCE
IS REQUIRED
CEILING
‘■1/8’'MINIMUM
(r-2" SUGGESTED
FOR EASE OF MAINT)
12” PERMITTED
24” SUGGESTED
FOR EASE OF
MAINT
NOTE; 1. ALLOWANCE MUST BE MADE TO
ALLOW CONTROL DOOR TO OPEN
INSTALLATION: DRYER CLEARANCE TO ADJACENT WALL STRUCTURES