Maytag MC2 - Manual (Page 17)

Consistent gas pressure is essential at ALL gas connections. It is recommended that a 3/4" pipe gas
loop be installed in the supply line serving the bank of dryers. An in-line pressure regulator must be
installed in the gas supply line (header) if (natural) gas line pressure exceeds 11 inches water
column pressure. Refer to the following illustrations for details.
IMPORTANT: Water column pressure of four (4) inches for natural gas dryers and 11 inches for
L.P. dryers is required at the gas valve pressure tap of each dryer for proper and
safe operation. This will make the manifold pressure 3-1/2 inches water column
for natural gas and 10 inches for L.P.
A 1/8" N.P.T. plugged tapping, accessible for a test gauge connection, must be installed in the main
gas supply line immediately upstream of the dryer.
IMPORTANT: Pipe joint compounds that resist the action of natural gas and L.P. gas must be
used.
WARNING: Test ALL coimections for leaks by brushing on a soapy water solution (liquid
detergent works well). NEVER TEST FOR LEAKS WITH A FLAME!!!
ALL components/materials must conform to National Fuel Gas Code specifications. It is important
that gas pressure regulators meet applicable pressure requirements and gas meters be rated for the
total amount of appliance BTU's being supplied.