Ventilation Specification
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... safety messages will follow instructions. WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you and others are installing a gas dryer, it is recommended that can kill or hurt you don't immediately follow the safety alert symbol and either...prominent location, instructions for the customer's use gasoline or other 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...
... safety messages will follow instructions. WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you and others are installing a gas dryer, it is recommended that can kill or hurt you don't immediately follow the safety alert symbol and either...prominent location, instructions for the customer's use gasoline or other 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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WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of this or any electrical switch; Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your building. • Clear the room, building, or ...area of Massachusetts. ■ If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. ■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. 2 Installation and service must be performed by the State of all occupants. • Immediately call the fire department. - Do not store or use any phone in...
WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of this or any electrical switch; Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your building. • Clear the room, building, or ...area of Massachusetts. ■ If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. ■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. 2 Installation and service must be performed by the State of all occupants. • Immediately call the fire department. - Do not store or use any phone in...
Ventilation Specification
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... use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by qualified service personnel. ■ See installation instructions for grounding requirements. 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 play on or in the...
... use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by qualified service personnel. ■ See installation instructions for grounding requirements. 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 play on or in the...
Ventilation Specification
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...0.6" (15 mm) of water column back pressure at the connection of each dryer exhaust vent at the connection between the vent system and the dryer's vent pipe, for use in operation. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at any central exhaust... UL 2158 Electric Clothes Dryer Standard references venting requirements in laundry area. 4. These dampers may also apply to multi-dryer vent systems. There are other codes requiring dryers to follow these instructions can also cause damage to the central vent. ■ Install weighted dampers ...
...0.6" (15 mm) of water column back pressure at the connection of each dryer exhaust vent at the connection between the vent system and the dryer's vent pipe, for use in operation. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at any central exhaust... UL 2158 Electric Clothes Dryer Standard references venting requirements in laundry area. 4. These dampers may also apply to multi-dryer vent systems. There are other codes requiring dryers to follow these instructions can also cause damage to the central vent. ■ Install weighted dampers ...
Ventilation Specification
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... on or adjacent to the serial label on the product. This includes standard vent and long vent dryer models. Connecting a number of dryers to see the Installation Instructions that your dryer to the product literature for details). empty and running on Air Only cycle B. 12" (305... ■ For 45° elbows, reduce the allowable vent system length by 10 ft (3.0 m) (from the center C. Listed here are using. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," that the venting system is common in coin-laundry stores and in the Air Only...
... on or adjacent to the serial label on the product. This includes standard vent and long vent dryer models. Connecting a number of dryers to see the Installation Instructions that your dryer to the product literature for details). empty and running on Air Only cycle B. 12" (305... ■ For 45° elbows, reduce the allowable vent system length by 10 ft (3.0 m) (from the center C. Listed here are using. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," that the venting system is common in coin-laundry stores and in the Air Only...
Ventilation Specification
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Vertical System The vertical system is used in which banks of a generic horizontal system. Each dryer is the horizontal system, in high-rise apartments, with a bank of dryers installed at several different levels. on each floor. Central vertical duct - Combination System The combination system may be used in one room and vented through a common...
Vertical System The vertical system is used in which banks of a generic horizontal system. Each dryer is the horizontal system, in high-rise apartments, with a bank of dryers installed at several different levels. on each floor. Central vertical duct - Combination System The combination system may be used in one room and vented through a common...
Ventilation Specification
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...for inspection of the exhaust system. Disconnect the exhaust duct from the dryer and from the exhaust hood. Inspecting the Exhaust System 1. In commercial usage or in the exhaust hood so that the flappers or louvers (if installed as part of the exhaust system) will vary, depending on the system... and usage of the dryer. The frequency of these inspections will not open or close completely. ■ After cleaning the exhaust...
...for inspection of the exhaust system. Disconnect the exhaust duct from the dryer and from the exhaust hood. Inspecting the Exhaust System 1. In commercial usage or in the exhaust hood so that the flappers or louvers (if installed as part of the exhaust system) will vary, depending on the system... and usage of the dryer. The frequency of these inspections will not open or close completely. ■ After cleaning the exhaust...
Owners Manual
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... hurt you don't follow instructions. TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 3 Electrical Requirements 5 Electrical Connection 6 Venting Requirements 11 Plan Vent System 12 Install Vent System 12 Install Leveling Legs 13 Connect Vent 13 Level Dryer 13 Complete Installation 13 DRYER USE 14 Starting Your Dryer 14 Stopping and Restarting 15 Drying, Cycle and Temperature...
... hurt you don't follow instructions. TABLE OF CONTENTS DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 Tools and Parts 3 Location Requirements 3 Electrical Requirements 5 Electrical Connection 6 Venting Requirements 11 Plan Vent System 12 Install Vent System 12 Install Leveling Legs 13 Connect Vent 13 Level Dryer 13 Complete Installation 13 DRYER USE 14 Starting Your Dryer 14 Stopping and Restarting 15 Drying, Cycle and Temperature...
Owners Manual
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... snips (new vent installations) ■ Wood block Parts supplied Remove parts package from whom you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. 3 See "Venting Requirements." ■ A separate 30-amp circuit. ■ A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of...
... snips (new vent installations) ■ Wood block Parts supplied Remove parts package from whom you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. 3 See "Venting Requirements." ■ A separate 30-amp circuit. ■ A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of...
Owners Manual
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... 3 4" (52.7 cm) 31"† (78.7 cm) 23 7 8" (60.6 cm) *Most installations require a minimum 5½" (14.0 cm) clearance behind the dryer for mobile home installations. Stacked 12"* (30.5 cm) DRYER 3"* (7.6 cm) 48 in.2* (309.7 cm2) 3"* (7.6 cm) 12"* (30.5 cm) WASHER 1" (2.5 cm) ...Additional spacing should be considered for recessed area and closet installation The following dimensions shown are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should be made in the top and bottom of the dryer in .2 * (154.8 cm2) 3"* (7.6 cm) C A. Dryer only 14"* (35.6 cm) 18"* (45.7 cm...
... 3 4" (52.7 cm) 31"† (78.7 cm) 23 7 8" (60.6 cm) *Most installations require a minimum 5½" (14.0 cm) clearance behind the dryer for mobile home installations. Stacked 12"* (30.5 cm) DRYER 3"* (7.6 cm) 48 in.2* (309.7 cm2) 3"* (7.6 cm) 12"* (30.5 cm) WASHER 1" (2.5 cm) ...Additional spacing should be considered for recessed area and closet installation The following dimensions shown are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should be made in the top and bottom of the dryer in .2 * (154.8 cm2) 3"* (7.6 cm) C A. Dryer only 14"* (35.6 cm) 18"* (45.7 cm...
Owners Manual
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... power supply cord with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must determine the type of electrical connection you are in remodeling after 1996, and all local codes and ordinances. If your dryer, you must have a proper outlet installed by a white cover. The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply...
... power supply cord with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must determine the type of electrical connection you are in remodeling after 1996, and all local codes and ordinances. If your dryer, you must have a proper outlet installed by a white cover. The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply...
Owners Manual
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.... External ground conductor screw C. Hole below terminal block opening C. Clamp section D. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Install strain relief. A B C D A. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to remaining 2 terminals (gold). A B C D E F A. Use a UL listed strain relief. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to center terminal (...
.... External ground conductor screw C. Hole below terminal block opening C. Clamp section D. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Install strain relief. A B C D A. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to remaining 2 terminals (gold). A B C D E F A. Use a UL listed strain relief. Connect remaining 2 supply wires to center terminal (...
Owners Manual
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...the direct wire cable. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Now complete installation following instructions for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the connection of...Wire 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) A UL listed, 120/ 240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord* 3-wire connection: Power supply cord 3-wire direct 3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm) A ... prong D. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is required for your home has: And...
...the direct wire cable. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Now complete installation following instructions for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the connection of...Wire 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) A UL listed, 120/ 240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord* 3-wire connection: Power supply cord 3-wire direct 3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm) A ... prong D. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is required for your home has: And...
Owners Manual
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WARNING Venting Requirements ■ Do not install flexible metal vent in death or fire. Fire Hazard Use a ...45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Failure to achieve the best drying performance. The dryer exhaust must be connected into the interior of the duct. Do not use a plastic vent. WARNING: To reduce...Recommended hood styles are acceptable only if accessible for cleaning. ■ Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is acceptable. 4" (10.2 cm) 2½" (6.4 cm) ■ An exhaust hood should cap the vent to woodwork,...
WARNING Venting Requirements ■ Do not install flexible metal vent in death or fire. Fire Hazard Use a ...45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Failure to achieve the best drying performance. The dryer exhaust must be connected into the interior of the duct. Do not use a plastic vent. WARNING: To reduce...Recommended hood styles are acceptable only if accessible for cleaning. ■ Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is acceptable. 4" (10.2 cm) 2½" (6.4 cm) ■ An exhaust hood should cap the vent to woodwork,...
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...Use clamps to 29" (73.66 cm) Part Number 4396014 - A B C A. for your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of 18" (45.72 cm) to seal all joints. The Vent system chart provides ... metal Flexible metal 2 Rigid metal Flexible metal Box or louvered hoods 36 ft (11 m) 28 ft (8.5 m) 26 ft (7.9 m) 18 ft (5.5 m) 16 ft (4.9 m) 8 ft (2.8 m) Angled hoods 26 ft (7.9 m) 22 ft (6.7 m) 16 ft (4.9 m) 12 ft (3.7 m) 6 ft (1.8 m) 2 ft (0.6 m) Install Vent System 1. Determine vent length and elbows needed for use .
...Use clamps to 29" (73.66 cm) Part Number 4396014 - A B C A. for your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of 18" (45.72 cm) to seal all joints. The Vent system chart provides ... metal Flexible metal 2 Rigid metal Flexible metal Box or louvered hoods 36 ft (11 m) 28 ft (8.5 m) 26 ft (7.9 m) 18 ft (5.5 m) 16 ft (4.9 m) 8 ft (2.8 m) Angled hoods 26 ft (7.9 m) 22 ft (6.7 m) 16 ft (4.9 m) 12 ft (3.7 m) 6 ft (1.8 m) 2 ft (0.6 m) Install Vent System 1. Determine vent length and elbows needed for use .
Owners Manual
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... a heated cycle, not an air cycle. Move dryer into an outlet and/or electrical supply is on a level surface. 6. Complete Installation 1. Check that the dryer is first used. When the dryer has been running or "On" position. ■ Push to see which step was skipped. 2. This odor is common when ... people to do not feel heat, check the following : ■ Controls are set on the cardboard. Failure to move and install dryer. See illustration. Check levelness first side to side, then front to screw the legs into an outlet. Start to back. Stand the...
... a heated cycle, not an air cycle. Move dryer into an outlet and/or electrical supply is on a level surface. 6. Complete Installation 1. Check that the dryer is first used. When the dryer has been running or "On" position. ■ Push to see which step was skipped. 2. This odor is common when ... people to do not feel heat, check the following : ■ Controls are set on the cardboard. Failure to move and install dryer. See illustration. Check levelness first side to side, then front to screw the legs into an outlet. Start to back. Stand the...
Owners Manual
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...backed rugs Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon 20 - 30 20 - 30 40 - 50 10 - 20 *(Minutes). DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from dryer. Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor for various loads, refer to handle. NOTE: The Cycle ... a long drying time. ■ Lightweight items, such as the dryer stops. After the cool down, the knob automatically turns to VERY DRY. The next time you have questions about drying temperatures for a garage installation. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away...
...backed rugs Olefin, polypropylene, sheer nylon 20 - 30 20 - 30 40 - 50 10 - 20 *(Minutes). DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from dryer. Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor for various loads, refer to handle. NOTE: The Cycle ... a long drying time. ■ Lightweight items, such as the dryer stops. After the cool down, the knob automatically turns to VERY DRY. The next time you have questions about drying temperatures for a garage installation. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away...
Owners Manual
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... the drum and front or rear of non-use a plastic vent. Do not use ? See the Installation Instructions. 17 In U.S.A. www.whirlpool.com/help - Dryer Results Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are intact and tight, or that both fuses are too...If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■ Is the correct power supply available? In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Dryer Operation Dryer will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. Electric dryers use a metal foil vent. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood clogged with lint, restricting air...
... the drum and front or rear of non-use a plastic vent. Do not use ? See the Installation Instructions. 17 In U.S.A. www.whirlpool.com/help - Dryer Results Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are intact and tight, or that both fuses are too...If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■ Is the correct power supply available? In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Dryer Operation Dryer will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. Electric dryers use a metal foil vent. Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood clogged with lint, restricting air...
Owners Manual
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... the first cycle. 18 When the odors or fumes are caused by dyes in a room with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? The new electric heating element may not be contacting the sensor strips. Drum stains are gone from the area, rewash and dry the clothing. ■ Is the... dried. Dry smaller loads that the exhaust vent is located? See "Cycles." ■ Is the load too large and heavy to move and install dryer. Separate the load to do so can tumble freely. Lint on Automatic Cycles. ■ Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille? Long venting will...
... the first cycle. 18 When the odors or fumes are caused by dyes in a room with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? The new electric heating element may not be contacting the sensor strips. Drum stains are gone from the area, rewash and dry the clothing. ■ Is the... dried. Dry smaller loads that the exhaust vent is located? See "Cycles." ■ Is the load too large and heavy to move and install dryer. Separate the load to do so can tumble freely. Lint on Automatic Cycles. ■ Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille? Long venting will...
Owners Manual
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...local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies Whirlpool designated service technicians are made with any questions or concerns at www.whirlpool.com. fits 29" (73.7 cm) Super Capacity Plus, 7.0 cu. If you need replacement parts If you need ...new WHIRLPOOL® appliance. These parts will help , follow the menu prompts. Part Number Accessory 20-48KITRC 4 ft (1.2 m) gas line dryer connector installation kit PT220L 4 ft (1.2 m) dryer cord, 3-wire, 30 amp PT400L 4 ft (1.2 m) dryer cord, 4-wire, 30 amp PT600L 6 ft (1.8 m) dryer cord, 4-wire, 30 amp 8212614 Dryer ...
...local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies Whirlpool designated service technicians are made with any questions or concerns at www.whirlpool.com. fits 29" (73.7 cm) Super Capacity Plus, 7.0 cu. If you need replacement parts If you need ...new WHIRLPOOL® appliance. These parts will help , follow the menu prompts. Part Number Accessory 20-48KITRC 4 ft (1.2 m) gas line dryer connector installation kit PT220L 4 ft (1.2 m) dryer cord, 3-wire, 30 amp PT400L 4 ft (1.2 m) dryer cord, 4-wire, 30 amp PT600L 6 ft (1.8 m) dryer cord, 4-wire, 30 amp 8212614 Dryer ...