Whirlpool WGD8500D Steam Dryer User Manual

Whirlpool WGD8500D Steam Dryer

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.

Tools needed:

• Pliers
  

Parts Supplied:

• “Y” connector
  

• Rubber washer
  

• 5′ (1.5 m) Inlet Hose
  

• 2′ (0.6 m) Inlet hose
  

Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer)

Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or an authorized  service company.

CONNECT INLET HOSES

1. Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose.

2. Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with new rubber washer provided. Inspect hoses to be sure rubber washers are in place.

3. Attach 2′ (0.6 m) inlet hose to cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on faucet.

4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.
   NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.
   

5. Attach “Y” connector to the end of small hose. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector.

6. Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to the “Y” connector. Attach washer cold inlet hose to other side of “Y” connector. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn.
   NOTE : Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.
   

7. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn.
   NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

8. Attach other end of 5′ (1.5 m) inlet hose to fill valve at bottom or top of dryer back panel (depending on model). Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on fill valve connector.
   

9. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn.
   NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

10. Check that the water faucets are on.

11. Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucet, and hoses.

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