Fisher & Paykel Smartload DGGX1US User's Manual
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1. Exhaust outlet n n Z m e AAAA lt lt I J rO mri E C C 13 7 8 352mm 13 1 8 333mm 3 The exhaust vent can be routed up down left right or straight out the back of the dryer Refer to diagram l Installation Parts and literature are packaged inside the dryer drum A WARNING Excess Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install the dryer Failure to do so can result in back or other injury Only remove the packaging at the customer s premises This will ensure the appliance arrives in pristine condition and reduces the risk of damage when transporting to the customer s home Unpacking Make sure dryer is in a suitable location for installation Consider installing the dryer before the washing machine in a side by side installation this will allow better access to electrical and exhaust connections Remove packaging ff 1 Remove straps 2 Unfold the bottom 3 Unfold the top flaps flaps on the carton on the carton remove top packer 4 6 ly uf Walk off Slide out 4 Remove the carton 5 Remove the 6 Remove the drum by lifting it off the basepacker by tilting packer and the tape product do not cut the product back and from the lint collector the carton off walking the product bucket in the drum Fitting the front feet2. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions All safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed Check to make sure you have all the tools and parts necessary to correctly install this appliance Tools required 14 nut driver or socket wrench Phillips screwdriver Flat blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that opens to 1 or 1 hex head socket wrench for adjusting the feet Adjustable wrench 8 or 10 20cm or 25cm for gas connections Pipe joint compound pipe dope or tape for gas pipe connections that is resistant to LP Propane Butane and Natural Gas Caulking gun and compound for installing new exhaust vent Gloves Safety glasses Knife Duct tape i Parts supplied Q 2 feet inserts A power supply cord is supplied already connected to the gas dryer Check to make sure all parts have been supplied Accessories Natural Gas to LP Conversion Kit Part No 395489 LP to Natural Gas Conversion Kit Part No 395490 Mobile Home Installation Kit Part No 395488 Drying Rack Part No 395332P Parts needed Check with local codes and read electrical gas and venting requirements before purchasing parts To the installer The correct installation of the dryer is your responsibility Be sure you read the following instructions careful
3. Gas the dryer must be converted To do so use only the approved Fisher amp Paykel conversion kit listed in Accessories on page 4 Do not use with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier The dryer must be converted for safe and proper performance by qualified service or installation personel Conversion kits for Natural and LP Gas are available from your local Fisher amp Paykel Dealer see Accessories page 4 If other conversions are required check with your local gas utility for specific information concerning conversion requirements wn Connecting gas to your dryer Use compound or thread tape appropriate to the gas type that is to be used Natural or LP Gas on the male threads of all non flared connections Never use an open flame to test for gas leaks This dryer will operate satisfactorily up to altitudes of 6500ft 2000m above sea level at the BTU rating indicated on the model serial plate Burner input adjustments may be required if operating above this elevation The dryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing the supply shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system Gas ignition This dryer has an automatic ignition system to ignite the burner There is no pilot flame burning in this dryer Connecting to the gas supply The gas supply line should be inch A shut off valve must be installed on the gas supply line within 6ft 1 8m of the
4. Note Dryer is usually supplied with feet fitted and protruding the correct distance 1 Tilt the dryer back using a hand trolley and making sure the trolley and dryer are secure 2 Fit a rubber insert to each plastic foot as shown qm LA Sa E e 3 Screw the feet into the foot retainers on the left hand and right hand sides as shown HY EHEJ Q TS 4 Screw both feet in so they protrude 12 12mm below the bottom of the wall on the foot retainers WH THY Electrical requirements A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adaptor Do not use an extension lead Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock Grounding instructions This appliance must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This dryer is manufactured with a cabinet grounding conductor and plug The plug must be plugged into the correct type of outlet which has been properly installed and grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to wh
5. dryer An 1 inch NPT plugged tapping must be installed to allow the gas inlet pressure to be checked 1 8 NPT plugged tapping lt Gas shut off valve 1 2 NPT gas supply line Connecting to the dryer 4 To connect the dryer to the gas supply a number of options and types of connections can be used such as rigid piping or tubing or if local codes permit new flexible tubing 5 If flexible tubing is used an elbow should be installed on the pipe at the back of the dryer for the flexible tube to be connected to This will minimise damage to the tube when the dryer is moved back Use a flexible tubing connection kit that has designed for use on a clothes dryer This kit should have the unions necessary to join to the ends of the tubing Be sure to follow all instructions supplied with the kit 6 Copper tubing should not be used for Natural Gas and if used for LP Gas it must be LP Gas compatible 7 Disconnect and discard old flexible tubing 8 The gas pipe that comes out of the rear of your dryer has on it a 3 e NPT male thread Remove the protective cap and apply sealing compound or tape to the thread Thread sealant should be appropriate for the type of gas to be used Apply thread sealant _ OF Remove cap 3 3 NPT pipe thread Elbow required for flexible tubing Completing the connection 9 Use wrenches to tighten all joints but do not over tighten 10 Open the gas supply val
6. new dryer The exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely and with sufficient movement Static pressure in the exhaust ducting does not exceed 1 inch 250Pa or is not less than 0 inches of water column ie negative pressure when measured with a manometer in the first 6 inches of the duct with the dryer running on Air Dry no heat setting The exhaust duct system meets all relevant local state and national codes All ducting should be inspected and cleaned at least once a year to remove accumulated lint Frequently check that the damper on the exhaust hood moves sufficiently and opens and shuts freely Mobile home installations A Mobile Home Installation Kit is available see Accessories page 4 and notes page 8 Determine vent duct length This dryer can only be vented from the rear and must be exhausted to the outdoors Choose a route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns When using elbows rigid duct or making turns thick wall flexible metal duct allow as much room as possible With thick wall flexible metal duct bend duct gradually to avoid kinking and avoid 90 turns recommended acceptable Maximum length of exhaust duct he maximum length of the exhaust duct system depends upon The type of ducts rigid or thick walled flexible metal The number of elbows or bends used Refer to the exhaust duct len
7. the exhaust The air intake is at the rear of the dryer Ensure hat there is a sufficient air passage on each side of the dryer for intake air The area in which the dryer is located must be kept clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapours and liquids A dryer produces combustible lint so the area around the dryer must be cleaned regularly to keep it free of lint This dryer can only be vented from the rear and must be exhausted to the outdoors LE Alcove or closet installation When installing a dryer in a closet alcove it must be exhausted to the outdoors No other fuel burning appliance can be installed in the same closet or alcove The top opening area in the door must be a minimum of 48 square inches 310cm and the bottom opening area must have a minimum of 24 square inches 155cm These openings must never be obstructed a louvred door with the minimum air opening is acceptable Minimum installation clearances are required but more clearance is recommended ql II Il I min 56 1372 1422mm gt lt gt lt gt lt gt fe 1 25mm 1 25mm 1 25mm min 2 50mm min 3 76mm 48 sq 310cm total ventation area 72 sq 465cm 24 sq 155cm Dimens
8. Fisher amp Paykel innovative living smart loa dl Gas Dryer DGGX1US Installation instructions A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of death personal injury fire explosion or property damage Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids near this or any other appliance What to do if you smell gas Do not try to light or start any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any telephone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occupants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s telephone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department A qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier must perform installation and service The Governor of California is required to publish a list of substances known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm and requires business to warn customers of potential exposures to such substances Gas appliances contain or produce substances which can cause death or serious illness and which are known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm To reduce the risk from substances in fuel or from fuel combustion make sure this appliance is installed operated and maintained according to the manufacturers instructions
9. Important safety instructions A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following 10 Do not tamper with the controls or the lid lock 12 Read all instructions before using the appliance nstallation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier ake sure the power cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subject to stress or damage Pressing the POWER button to turn the dryer off does NOT disconnect the dryer from the power supply even though the dryer lights are out Do not operate this dryer if it is damaged malfunctioning partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts including a damaged cord or plug Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode Close supervision is necessary if this dryer is used by or near children Do not allow children to play inside around or with this dryer or any other appliance Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded remove the lid and drum door to he drying compartment Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving Do not install or store this appliance where it is exposed to water and o
10. ether the appliance is properly grounded Do not modify the plug if it will not fit the outlet Have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Failure to do so can result in death fire or electrical shock Gas requirements The installation must conform with Local Codes or in the absence of Local Codes to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Latest Revision for the United States A WARNING Explosion Hazard Use a new AGA or CSA approved gas supply line Install a shut off valve Securely tighten all gas connections If connecting to LP Gas have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 13 33 cm water column Examples of a qualified person include Licensed heating personnel Authorised gas company personnel and authorised service personnel Failure to follow these instructions can result in death explosion or fire Gas type Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in your home Burner information is located on the rating plate located on the back splash If this information does not agree with the type of gas available in your home contact your local Fisher amp Paykel supplier or service center Natural Gas This dryer is supplied ready for use with Natural Gas It is design certified by UL International for LP Propane or Butane Gases with the appropriate conversion LP Gas conversion If the dryer is to be operated on LP Liquid Propane or Butane
11. gth chart that matches your hood type for the maximum duct lengths you can use Do not use duct runs longer than specified in the exhaust duct length charts refer to next page Exhaust duct systems longer than specified will Accumulate lint creating a potential fire hazard Shorten the life of the dryer Reduce performance resulting in longer drying times and an increased energy usage Determine the number of elbows bends you will need In the column listing the type of metal duct you are using rigid or thick wall flexible metal find the maximum length of metal duct on the same line as the number of elbows bends to be used refer to next page Preferred 4 Hoods g When you have a 4 10cm Hood Maximum length of 4 diameter metal duct Number of 90 Rigid Thick Wall Flexible Metal elbows bends fully extended 0 64ft 19 5m 36ft 10 9m 1 54ft 16 5m 31ft 9 4m 2 44ft 13 4m 27ft 8 2m 3 35ft 10 6m 25ft 7 6m 4 27ft 8 2m 23ft 7 0m Acceptable 2 Hood When you have a 2 2 6cm Hood Maximum length of 4 diameter metal duct Number of 90 Rigid Thick Wall Flexible Metal elbows bends fully extended 0 58ft 17 6m 28ft 8 5m 1 48ft 14 6m 23ft 7 0m 2 38ft 11 5m 19ft 5 7m 3 29ft 8 8m 17ft 5 1m 4 21ft 6 4m 15ft 4 5m For exhaust systems not covered by the exhaust duct length charts such as multiple unit hook ups plenums and power assi
12. ion on exhausting for more information The dryer must be exhausted outside gt outside wall The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a non combustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home floof enclosed area t skirting Exhausting The dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors This will prevent the build up of lint and moisture in the room in which it is located and reduce the risk of fire A WARNING Fire Hazard The dryer must be vented to the outdoors Use rigid or thick wall flexible metal exhaust duct Do not use a plastic exhaust duct Do not use a metal foil exhaust duct Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire This appliance must always be vented to the outdoors Exhaust ducting products can be purchased from your local Appliance store or Hardware store Plastic or metal foil flexible duct can kink sag be punctured reduce airflow extend drying times and affect dryer operation A minimum of 4 inch 100mm thick wall flexible metal or rigid galvanised metal duct must be used Using ducts larger than 4 inches 100mm diameter may result in more lint accumulating Using straight rigid metal ducting will minimise lint accumulation Thick wall flexible metal ducting may be used but care must be exercised to avoid sharp bends which may squash the duct amp cause bl
13. ions Lid clearance Check that there is enough clearance for the lid to fully open 56 1400 1430mm 1010 1050mm 39 3 4 41 5 16 ae SSS 37 3 5 38 6 950 980mm T _ lt _ lt lt lt lt gt lt _ 27 9 16 700mm 27 685mm Exhaust outlet location Exhaust outlet Gh n A m SS SS Se E E eo et rO mo aE 13 1 8 333mm 13 7 8 352mm Mobile home installation The installation of the dryer in a mobile home must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 32 80 formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 1975 for the United States When installing a dryer in a mobile home provisions for anchoring the dryer to the floor must be made A Mobile Home Installation kit is available with instructions see Accessories page 4 Locate in an area that has adequate make up air a minimum of 72 square inches of unobstructed opening is required Mobile home installations must be exhausted to the outdoors with the exhaust duct termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure using materials that will not support combustion The exhaust duct must not terminate beneath the mobile home See the sect
14. ly before you start to install the dryer These instructions should be left with the home owner for future reference It is your responsibility to Observe all governing codes and ordinances Check code requirements Some codes limit or do not permit installation of clothes dryers in garages closets mobile homes or sleeping quarters Contact your local building inspector Adhere to these installation instructions Allow for spacing requirements with side by side installations refer page 6 Make sure you have all items necessary for correct installation Properly install the dryer Contact a qualified installer to ensure that the electrical and gas installation meets all national and local codes and ordinances Location requirements A WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapours such as gasoline away from the dryer Place dryer at least 18 inches 46 cm above the floor for a garage installation Failure to do so can result in death explosion fire or burns The dryer must be installed or stored in an area which is not exposed to water or weather t is extremely important that the dryer is installed in a well ventilated location This dryer must exhaust air outdoors Do not install the dryer in any room or closet which does not permit the free flow of replacement air Before installing the dryer ensure that there is sufficient height to fully open the lid Allow sufficient room behind the dryer for
15. ockages Do not use plastic ducting or thin wall flexible metal ducting Use duct tape to secure joints Do not use screws as they collect lint Keep ducting as short and straight as possible Do not exceed the maximum exhaust duct lengths stated later in these installation instructions Do not exhaust the dryer into a chimney or gas vent a wall a ceiling or any concealed space in a building Do not exhaust the dryer under a house or mobile home or a porch or into a window well or other area that will accumulate lint The exhaust duct should end with an exhaust hood with a swing out damper to prevent back drafts and entry of wild life Never use exhaust hoods with a magnetic damper The hood should have at least 12 inches 305mm clearance between the bottom of the hood and the ground or other obstruction The hood opening should point down Never install a screen over the exhaust outlet 12 305mm To reduce condensation insulate any ducting which passes through unheated areas Slope the duct gently downwards to the hood to drain condensation and reduce lint build up Avoid sag or loops in the duct as they may collect and store water and accumulate lint Before using an existing exhaust duct system for a dryer ensure that No plastic or other potentially combustible duct or flexible metal foil ducting has been used The duct is not pierced kinked or crushed The duct does not exceed the maximum recommended length for the
16. oughout the drying cycle the motor will run for four minutes then stop amp run in the opposite direction for forty seconds before reversing again 21 22 23 Copyright Reserved Fisher amp Paykel 2004 The product specifications in this booklet apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue Under our policy of continuous product improvement these specifications may change at any time You should therefore check with your Customer Care Center to ensure this booklet correctly describes the product currently available www fisherpaykel com US Installation Instructions Published 03 2004 Part No 395520A
17. r the weather Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions hat you understand and have the skills to carry out Unless specifically recommended by their manufacturer do not use fabric softeners or similar products in a tumble dryer Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similar textured rubber like materials Check to see if the lint bucket needs emptying Empty before the lint reaches the top of the ransparent section usually once a week eep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint dust and dirt Have the interior of the appliance and exhaust duct cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel Do not place items exposed to cooking oils or other vegetable oils in your dryer Items contaminated with cooking and other vegetable oils may contribute to a chemical reaction hat could cause a load to catch fire SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read this before you start installing your dryer This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others The safety alert symbol and the word DANGER or WARNING will precede all safety messages These words mean T DANGER You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately follow instructions
18. st fans call our Customer Care Center TOLL FREE 888 9FNP USA 888 936 7872 Alternative installation for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties Select the type best for your installation A close clearance installation is shown swivel collar wall connection Wu Nuuu Ni sections separate fittings can face same or opposite telescoping swivel collar actien Extra long band clamp rad g for dryer beveled edges connection allow corner installations The maximum length using a 2 x 6 5cm x 15cm rectangular duct with two elbows and a 2 2 6 3cm exhaust hood is 8ft 2 4m Refer to the venting system kit manufacturers instructions Exhaust venting A WARNING Fire Hazard Use heavy metal exhaust duct Do not use a plastic exhaust duct Do not use thin metal foil exhaust duct Failure to do so can result in death or fire 1 Read the exhaust section page 9 13 before installing the exhaust system to determine the maximum allowable exhaust duct length Do not use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting Always use suitable duct tape Never use plastic or thin metal foil flexible exhaust material 2 The exhaust outlet is located close to the center of the rear of the dryer Make sure you join the exhaust duct to the dryer with duct tape only This will prevent lint and dust from escaping from the dryer and exhaust system
19. ve and check all joints by brushing on a non corrosive leak detecting solution Bubbling will indicate a leak If any leaks are found close the valve immediately and correct the leaks Retest and repeat until no leaks are found 20 Level machine EYE Check the dryer is level and make necessary adjustments to the front levelling feet The rear levelling feet are self adjusting Final installation check list Check that o plastic or flexible metal foil is used in the exhaust ducting Exhaust is rigid ducting or thick wall flexible metal ducting All joints in the ducting are made with duct tape no screws are used Ducting is clean and is connected to the dryer nserts are fitted to the two front feet Dryer is level across the front Dryer is plugged into an approved fitting and is properly grounded Gas is turned on before attempting to start the dryer All fittings in the gas line are tested for leaks Dryer starts heats cools and shuts off Exhaust temperature increases to confirm ignition has occurred If ignition does not occur initially it may be due to air in the gas line or low voltage power supply The gas regulator valve may fail to open if the power supply falls below 105 Volts If the gas fails to flow or does not ignite the dryer will automatically switch off Customer has been shown how to use the dryer NB This dryer has a drum reversal feature to reduce clothes tangle Thr
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