Once you get your new gas dryer home, you must safely
connect it to the gas line. A dryer isn't hard to connect to a gas line, but if
you don't do it correctly, it could be dangerous for your family and your home.
Improperly connected gas lines to dryers, for instance, allow gas to leak
inside the home. Gas buildup can result in an explosion when ignited, and the
fumes are not safe to breathe. After connecting your gas line to your dryer,
conduct an easy test to ensure it has a good seal and does not leak.
1 Measure the distance from the gas line to where the dryer
will be installed. Use the measurement to size the flexible gas hose
connection.
2 Match the flexible hose connection to the gas fitting in
the house. Gas lines in newer homes are typically made from steel or black
iron. Choose the flexible gas hose to match the gas line. For instance, for a
steel or iron pipe, use a steel flexible gas line.
3 Clean the threads on the gas pipe that extends from the
wall. Gently run the wire brush around the end of the pipe to remove any burrs
or debris on the pipe threads. Wipe the threads with a clean soft rag.
4 Apply the gas-rated Teflon tape or pipe thread compound to
the threaded end of the gas line in a clockwise direction.
5 Thread the flexible gas hose fitting onto the threads.
Then tighten the fitting using the pipe wrench, but don't over tighten.
6 Repeat the thread-sealing procedure for the gas line that
comes from the dryer.
7 Fill the water bottle halfway with a 1-to-1 mixture of
detergent and water.
8 Turn the gas valve on. The gas valve is on the gas line
that extends from the wall. When it is on, the handle is in line with the gas
line. When it is off, it is perpendicular to the line.
9 Spray the connection on the gas line that extends from the
wall where the flexible gas hose connects to it with the detergent and water
mixture. Watch for bubbles to form. If no bubbles form, there are no leaks.
10 Move to the gas connection on the dryer side and repeat
the procedure for checking for leaks. If no bubbles form, the gas dryer line is
sealed between the gas line and the gas dryer.
Tip
Double-check the pipe tape or pipe thread compound package
to ensure each is rated to seal gas lines.
Avoid purchasing a flexible hose that is too short or too
long. You don't want the line to kink, twist or compress itself.
Use a soft rag that doesn't leave any fibers on the pipe
threads, as these fibers could compromise the seal.
Avoid over tightening the fittings, as you don't want to
break them. For homes fitted with copper flare fittings, use the detergent
mixture to check all the connections for leaks before using your dryer.
Warning
If you don't have experience or are concerned with doing
this project yourself, contact East Bay Gas Lines to hook up your dryer
for you.
by Laurie Reeves, Demand Media
http://www.eastbaygaslines.com
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