What Is A Gas Dryer Hookup

Watch as bob demonstrates how to hook up a gas dryer to the gas supply line and install a dryer duct.

What is a gas dryer hookup.

Kit contains 4 ft. Plus with so many different models to choose from you can find a good energy. The ductwork recommended for use between the dryer in the wall should be rigid or semi rigid modeled ducting that is 4 inches in diameter. Works with most major brands.

Mix 50 percent water with 50 percent liquid dish soap. Put the solution on the gas connections you have just installed and then turn on the gas. If you only have an electric hookup go with an electric dryer because adding a gas line is an added expense. Is there a way to change a gas hook up in the house to an electric hook up for the dryer.

Examine the back of the dryer and the cords or. If you d like to know if your dryer has a gas or electric hookup there is one sure way to find out. Crush resistant metal vent. Next put thread compound on the pipe ends and connect the dryer to the gas pipe in the wall tightening the connections with an adjustable wrench.

Do not use plastic or thin foil ducting. Tighten and test again until the leak is gone. Connect gas line gas dryers only a gas dryer has a special flexible gas line that delivers natural gas from the house gas pipe to the gas inlet fitting on the dryer. Step 2 pull the dryer far enough from the wall so you can slide behind it.

Works on most major brands. Clean old ducts before installing the dryer. Once the dryer gas lines are hooked up check for leaks. A gas dryer operates on a regular 120 volt circuit an electric dryer operates on 240 volts.

Your new dryer is shifted to vent to the rear. To install a gas dryer start by turning off the electrical breakers and the gas valve which are usually located in the garage or basement. The exhaust duct run should be as short as possible. Od and 3 8 in.

Diameter opening on vent. The threads of these two components must be wrapped in a ptfe plumber s tape this yellow tape is manufactured especially for natural gas propane butane water oil and chemical lines and is heavier than white plumber s tape. Vent 2 clamps sealant and instructions. Metal vent and 2 clamps.

Gas connector 8 ft. If you see bubbles it means you have a leak. Everything you need to hook up your gas dryer. Step 1 open the dryer s door.