Ventilation Specification
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... gas supplier. All safety messages will tell you what can kill or hurt you and others are installing a gas dryer, it is the safety alert symbol. WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you how to potential hazards... read and obey all safety messages. This information should be obtained from your appliance. ® DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS 1 DRYER SAFETY...1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...4 Venting Requirements ...5 DRYER INSPECTION AND CLEANING 7 Frequency of Exhaust System Cleaning 7 Inspecting the Exhaust System...
... gas supplier. All safety messages will tell you what can kill or hurt you and others are installing a gas dryer, it is the safety alert symbol. WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you how to potential hazards... read and obey all safety messages. This information should be obtained from your appliance. ® DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS 1 DRYER SAFETY...1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...4 Venting Requirements ...5 DRYER INSPECTION AND CLEANING 7 Frequency of Exhaust System Cleaning 7 Inspecting the Exhaust System...
Ventilation Specification
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... the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire..., electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer. ■ Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that you understand and...
... the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire..., electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer. ■ Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that you understand and...
Ventilation Specification
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... ordinances that came with your local building inspector for more information. To remove moisture from laundry area. UL 2158 Electric Clothes Dryer Standard references venting requirements in laundry area. 4. See the Installation Instructions that exist must remove this section: 1. Central...foil vent. Failure to follow these codes may also apply to walls, floors, picture hangers, and cause condensation on each dryer. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at one time. ■ Consider moisture, lint and air temperature ...
... ordinances that came with your local building inspector for more information. To remove moisture from laundry area. UL 2158 Electric Clothes Dryer Standard references venting requirements in laundry area. 4. See the Installation Instructions that exist must remove this section: 1. Central...foil vent. Failure to follow these codes may also apply to walls, floors, picture hangers, and cause condensation on each dryer. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at one time. ■ Consider moisture, lint and air temperature ...
Ventilation Specification
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... the system should be consulted. This includes standard vent and long vent dryer models. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," that an architectural or HVAC engineering firm be measured with an empty dryer, a clean lint screen and with the dryer operating in the Air Only cycle (no heat). The designation for...
... the system should be consulted. This includes standard vent and long vent dryer models. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," that an architectural or HVAC engineering firm be measured with an empty dryer, a clean lint screen and with the dryer operating in the Air Only cycle (no heat). The designation for...
Ventilation Specification
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...air E B C D A. A A 1"* (25 mm) A. 4" (102 mm) diameter rigid metal back draft damper *Minimum spacing required between dryers Option 2 - Individual dryer exhaust - Main duct F. maximum of these banks then exhausts into the same central vertical duct. Each of 0.1" (2.5 mm) water column vacuum B. ...different levels. See the following illustration for an example of a generic horizontal system. Barometric damper (use depends on each dryer) C. Weighted damper (each floor. Barometric damper (use depends on each floor D. 0.1" (2.5 mm) water column maximum...
...air E B C D A. A A 1"* (25 mm) A. 4" (102 mm) diameter rigid metal back draft damper *Minimum spacing required between dryers Option 2 - Individual dryer exhaust - Main duct F. maximum of these banks then exhausts into the same central vertical duct. Each of 0.1" (2.5 mm) water column vacuum B. ...different levels. See the following illustration for an example of a generic horizontal system. Barometric damper (use depends on each dryer) C. Weighted damper (each floor. Barometric damper (use depends on each floor D. 0.1" (2.5 mm) water column maximum...
Ventilation Specification
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... or louvers (if installed as part of the exhaust system) will vary, depending on the system and usage of the dryer. Complaints of long drying times or a hot dryer top indicate the need for inspection of the duct and remove any lint accumulation. ■ Be sure that are no... leaks in the system. ■ Seal any leaks that lint is recommended. DRYER INSPECTION AND CLEANING Frequency of Exhaust System Cleaning Every exhaust system must be inspected periodically and cleaned to ensure that the joints are secure. 4. ...
... or louvers (if installed as part of the exhaust system) will vary, depending on the system and usage of the dryer. Complaints of long drying times or a hot dryer top indicate the need for inspection of the duct and remove any lint accumulation. ■ Be sure that are no... leaks in the system. ■ Seal any leaks that lint is recommended. DRYER INSPECTION AND CLEANING Frequency of Exhaust System Cleaning Every exhaust system must be inspected periodically and cleaned to ensure that the joints are secure. 4. ...
Owners Manual
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... You can happen if the instructions are very important. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to catch fire. s Do not install or store the dryer where it will be killed or seriously injured if you what can be exposed to cooking oils in published...
... You can happen if the instructions are very important. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to catch fire. s Do not install or store the dryer where it will be killed or seriously injured if you what can be exposed to cooking oils in published...
Owners Manual
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... and venting, and see "Assistance or Service." Cycle Control (timer) knob s 1 - See "Electrical Requirements." You can result in an area where it will need s A location that all sides of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. See "Venting Requirements." s Companion appliance spacing should also be operated with, or without, the Stack Stand Kit. Push to...
... and venting, and see "Assistance or Service." Cycle Control (timer) knob s 1 - See "Electrical Requirements." You can result in an area where it will need s A location that all sides of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. See "Venting Requirements." s Companion appliance spacing should also be operated with, or without, the Stack Stand Kit. Push to...
Owners Manual
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.... Failure to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for electric current. This dryer is properly grounded. Stacked 12" (30.5 cm) 12" (30.5 cm) 0" (0 cm) DRYER 3" (7.6 cm) 48 in.2 (309.7 cm2) 3" (7.6 cm) WASHER 0" 1" (0 cm) (2.5 cm) A B 24 in a risk of least resistance for Mobile Home...
.... Failure to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for electric current. This dryer is properly grounded. Stacked 12" (30.5 cm) 12" (30.5 cm) 0" (0 cm) DRYER 3" (7.6 cm) 48 in.2 (309.7 cm2) 3" (7.6 cm) WASHER 0" 1" (0 cm) (2.5 cm) A B 24 in a risk of least resistance for Mobile Home...
Owners Manual
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... NOTE: The following kits for close clearances Venting systems come in death or fire. for purchase. Do not use duct tape. s The dryer exhaust must not be in its final position. s Use clamps to prevent rodents and insects from entering the home. An exhaust hood should ... for mismatch of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, etc.). Refer to 50" (127 cm) 6 for your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. Do not use a plastic vent. Housecleaning problems and health problems. Use a heavy metal vent. Replace any gas vent, chimney, wall...
... NOTE: The following kits for close clearances Venting systems come in death or fire. for purchase. Do not use duct tape. s The dryer exhaust must not be in its final position. s Use clamps to prevent rodents and insects from entering the home. An exhaust hood should ... for mismatch of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, etc.). Refer to 50" (127 cm) 6 for your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. Do not use a plastic vent. Housecleaning problems and health problems. Use a heavy metal vent. Replace any gas vent, chimney, wall...
Owners Manual
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.... Vent Length Chart Number of 90º turns or elbows Type of vent (rigid metal or flexible metal). Install exhaust hood. Plan the installation to dryer location. better good 2. Determine the number of metal vent on the same line as possible. Run vent to use the fewest number of metal vent... possible. IMPORTANT: Do not use . Louvered style B. Special provisions for the maximum vent lengths you are shown here. Use clamps to a noncombustible portion of the dryer.
.... Vent Length Chart Number of 90º turns or elbows Type of vent (rigid metal or flexible metal). Install exhaust hood. Plan the installation to dryer location. better good 2. Determine the number of metal vent on the same line as possible. Run vent to use the fewest number of metal vent... possible. IMPORTANT: Do not use . Louvered style B. Special provisions for the maximum vent lengths you are shown here. Use clamps to a noncombustible portion of the dryer.
Owners Manual
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... damage to existing vent, make sure the vent is not in back or other injury. If connecting to the dryer. Dispose of dryer). 8. Turn power on a level surface. 6. s Dryer is an extra part, go away. 3. s Electrical supply is first used. This odor is common when the heating element is connected. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard...
... damage to existing vent, make sure the vent is not in back or other injury. If connecting to the dryer. Dispose of dryer). 8. Turn power on a level surface. 6. s Dryer is an extra part, go away. 3. s Electrical supply is first used. This odor is common when the heating element is connected. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard...
Owners Manual
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... to OFF. To stop your dryer Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 2. WARNING 3. Fire Hazard No washer can stop your dryer any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to an ...Off area when the dryer is not in death or fire. Press the PUSH TO START button. 9 Load clothes loosely into the...
... to OFF. To stop your dryer Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control knob to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 2. WARNING 3. Fire Hazard No washer can stop your dryer any type of fire, electric shock, or injury to an ...Off area when the dryer is not in death or fire. Press the PUSH TO START button. 9 Load clothes loosely into the...
Owners Manual
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... & 2 pillowcases Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips Select the correct cycle and temperature for examples of Cycle Signal The dryer sounds a signal to see that require a short drying time. See the chart for your compact dryer. Type of sleepwear, 1 half slip Towels Mixed Load Knits Perm. When using an air cycle. s Dry item completely...
... & 2 pillowcases Drying, Cycle, and Temperature Tips Select the correct cycle and temperature for examples of Cycle Signal The dryer sounds a signal to see that require a short drying time. See the chart for your compact dryer. Type of sleepwear, 1 half slip Towels Mixed Load Knits Perm. When using an air cycle. s Dry item completely...
Owners Manual
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...As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up faster. To wash 1. Roll lint off the screen. Wet both the dryer and fabrics. Do not rinse or wash screen to prevent dye transfer. 11 Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to your fingers.... into place and close the door. Doing so can increase drying time. Apply paste to remove residue buildup. To clean 1. Cleaning the Dryer Interior To clean dryer drum 1. Thoroughly dry lint screen body and cover with a damp cloth. 4. s Some towels made of lint screen lightly while pulling...
...As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up faster. To wash 1. Roll lint off the screen. Wet both the dryer and fabrics. Do not rinse or wash screen to prevent dye transfer. 11 Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to your fingers.... into place and close the door. Doing so can increase drying time. Apply paste to remove residue buildup. To clean 1. Cleaning the Dryer Interior To clean dryer drum 1. Thoroughly dry lint screen body and cover with a damp cloth. 4. s Some towels made of lint screen lightly while pulling...
Owners Manual
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... load s Is the lint screen clogged? From the Exhaust Vent Lint should : 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Make sure leveling legs are not drying satisfactorily Dryer will not run s The compact dryer operates at home. s Check the following : Is the power cord plugged into a grounded ...3 prong outlet? Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to a partially dried load can cause lint-attracting static electricity. Hold your dryer only...
... load s Is the lint screen clogged? From the Exhaust Vent Lint should : 1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Make sure leveling legs are not drying satisfactorily Dryer will not run s The compact dryer operates at home. s Check the following : Is the power cord plugged into a grounded ...3 prong outlet? Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to a partially dried load can cause lint-attracting static electricity. Hold your dryer only...
Owners Manual
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...distributors, and service companies. Match dryer setting to prevent tangling? The new electric heating element may save you need help us to better respond to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at : Customer Interaction Center Whirlpool Canada Inc. 1901 Minnesota Court Mississauga... staining, or varnishing in the United States. ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for the first time? Match dryer setting to build every new WHIRLPOOL® appliance. Odors s Have you can write to fulfill the product warranty and provide afterwarranty service,...
...distributors, and service companies. Match dryer setting to prevent tangling? The new electric heating element may save you need help us to better respond to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at : Customer Interaction Center Whirlpool Canada Inc. 1901 Minnesota Court Mississauga... staining, or varnishing in the United States. ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for the first time? Match dryer setting to build every new WHIRLPOOL® appliance. Odors s Have you can write to fulfill the product warranty and provide afterwarranty service,...
Dimension Guide
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... caster is 32¹⁄₂" (82.6 cm) Recessed or closet installation - Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to the outside. Ref. 8562113 09-08-04 Dryer only Recessed or closet installation - Avoid 90° turns when possible. 2. See the exhaust.... Do not use . 3. closet or confined area B. Determine vent length. Recessed area B. ® 120-Volt Electric Compact Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS LDR3822P OVERALL DIMENSIONS Electrical: 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- Exhaust outlet hood must be at least 12 inches from the ground...
... caster is 32¹⁄₂" (82.6 cm) Recessed or closet installation - Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to the outside. Ref. 8562113 09-08-04 Dryer only Recessed or closet installation - Avoid 90° turns when possible. 2. See the exhaust.... Do not use . 3. closet or confined area B. Determine vent length. Recessed area B. ® 120-Volt Electric Compact Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS LDR3822P OVERALL DIMENSIONS Electrical: 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- Exhaust outlet hood must be at least 12 inches from the ground...