How to Hook Up a Clothes Dryer

Place dryer roughly in desired position. Remove any bolts placed to secure the inner drum during shipping. The gas line should be closed at the cut-off valve.

Using a level, adjust the feet until the dryer sits level. One person should tip the dryer up while the other screws the feet in or out as necessary.

Attach exhaust hose following manufacturer's instructions. If possible, run it through a window to the outside. If this is not possible, run the hose away from the appliance and install a filter cap approved for indoor use.

Firmly hook up the dryer to the gas line with a flexible metal hose approved for gas lines. Hand tighten each end, then tighten with a wrench.

Mix a solution of soap and water, and apply it to the gas-line connections. Gently turn on the gas at the cut off and watch the soap solution for bubbles to appear. Bubbles indicate that gas is leaking from the connection.

Turn off the gas and tighten connections if necessary. Re-soap and test the connections.

Plug the dryer into the wall socket when the gas line is secure. Installation is complete.