Gas supply requirements, Location of your dryer – haier GDE/GDG450AW User Manual

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GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

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WARNING: Replace copper connecting pipe that is not plastic-

coated. Stainless steel or plastic-coated brass MUST

be used.

1. Installation MUST conform with local codes. In the absence of local codes,

installation must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest

edition) or in Canada, the current CAN/CGA B149.1

2. The gas supply line should be 1/2 inch (1.27cm) pipe.
3. If codes allow, flexible metal tubing may be used to connect your dryer to the

gas supply line. The tubing MUST be constructed of stainless steel or plastic-

coated brass.

4. The gas supply line MUST have an individual manual shutoff valve installed

within 6 feet (183cm) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas

Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

In Canada, an individual manual shut-off valve MUST be installed in

accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.

5. A 1/8 inch (0.32cm) N.P.T. plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge

connection, MUST be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply

connection to the dryer.

6. The dryer MUST be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during

any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures in excess

of 1/2 psig (3.45kPa).

7. The dryer MUST be isolated from the gas supply piping system during any

pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or

less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).

Do Not Install Your Dryer:
1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions.
2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains, thick carpet, or anything

that will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

3. On carpet, floor must be solid with a maximum slope of 1inch (2.54 cm). Any

floor unevenness should be corrected with leveling legs located on the bottom

of the dryer.

Installation in Alcove or Closet:
1. DO NOT install your dryer in a closet with a solid door.
2. A dryer installed in a bedroom, bathroom, alcove or closet MUST be

exhausted outdoors.

LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER

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