Maytag MGDE301YW Installation - Manuel (Page 13)

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CONNECT INLET HOSES
For non-steam models, skip to “Connect Vent” on page 15.
The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the
new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.
Turn cold water off, remove and
replace rubber washer
1.
Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose.
Check and see if rubber washer is in the “Y” connector.
Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with
new rubber washer provided.
Connect gas supply to dryer
1.
Remove red cap from gas pipe. Using a wrench to tighten,
connect gas supply to dryer. Use pipe-joint compound
on threads of all non-flared male fittings. If flexible metal
tubing is used, be sure there are no kinks.
NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must use pipe-joint
compound resistant to action of LP gas. Do not use
TEFLON ®† tape.
A
B
C
D
Plan pipe fitting connection
2.
A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect dryer
to existing gas line. A recommended connection is shown.
Your connection may be different, according to supply line
type, size, and location.
A. 3/8" flexible gas connector
B. 3/8" dryer pipe
C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow
D. 3/8" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting
Open shut-off valve
3.
Open shut-off valve in supply line; valve is open when handle
is parallel to gas pipe. Then, test all connections by brushing
on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution.
Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leaks found.
MAKE GAS CONNECTION
†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company.
A
B
Non-flared
male fitting
Flared
male fitting
A
B Open valve
Closed valve
2.
Screw in leveling legs
diamond
marking
Examine leveling legs, find diamond marking. Screw legs into
leg holes by hand, use a wrench to finish turning legs until
diamond marking is no longer visible.
Now stand the dryer on its feet. Slide the dryer until it is
close to its final location. Leave enough room for electrical
connection and to connect the exhaust vent.