Fisher & Paykel DGGX1US - Manuals

To the installer The correct installation of the dryer is your responsibility. Be sure you read the following instructions carefully 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 governin...

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 re...

Dimensions Lid clearance Check that there is enough clearance for the lid to fully open. �� �� �� �� � �� �� � � � �� � � � �� �� � � �� � �� �� � �� �� � � �� � � �� � ������� �� � � � �� �� � � �� � �� �� � � �� �� � � � ��� ������� Exhaust outlet location 13 7 / 8 " (352mm) 13 1 / 8 " (33...

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 i...

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. WA R N I N G Fire Hazard The dryer must be vented to the outdoors.Use rigid or thick wall flexible metal exhaust duct.Do not use...

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...

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 ben...

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 sections separate, fittings can face same or opposite beveled edges allow corner installations swivel collar wall c...

Exhaust venting WA R N I N G 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 allowabl...

Installation Parts and literature are packaged inside the dryer drum. WA R N I N G 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 arriv...

Fitting the front feet 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. 3. Screw the feet into the foot retainers on...

Electrical requirements WA R N I N G 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 mu...

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). WA R N I N G Explosion Hazard Use a new AGA or CSA approved gas supply line.Install a shut-off valve.Securely tighten...

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) abov...

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...

Level machine 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:  No plastic or flexible metal foil is used in the exhaust ducting.  Exhaust is rigid ducting or thick wall flexib...