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Gas Chrome Shadow Available WED5100HC - White Available WED5100HW - Gas 40 13∕16" Height W11412668A 29 7∕8" Depth 27" Width ft. Electric WGD5100HW - Electric WGD5100HC - Dimension Guide Whirlpool® Front Load Electric/Gas Dryer with AccuDry™ System - 7.4 cu.
Gas Chrome Shadow Available WED5100HC - White Available WED5100HW - Gas 40 13∕16" Height W11412668A 29 7∕8" Depth 27" Width ft. Electric WGD5100HW - Electric WGD5100HC - Dimension Guide Whirlpool® Front Load Electric/Gas Dryer with AccuDry™ System - 7.4 cu.
Dimension Guide
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...;Ƀ Companion appliance spacing should be considered for wall, door, and floor moldings. ɃɃ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ɃɃ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in . 3" (155 cm2) (76 mm) 6"/0"* (152 mm/0 mm) 1"/0"* (25...
...;Ƀ Companion appliance spacing should be considered for wall, door, and floor moldings. ɃɃ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ɃɃ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in . 3" (155 cm2) (76 mm) 6"/0"* (152 mm/0 mm) 1"/0"* (25...
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... , tell you how to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. The dryer must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. Always read and...
... , tell you how to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. The dryer must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. Always read and...
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The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V minimum, with clothes dryers. The wires that opens to 1" or hex-head socket wrench Pipe-joint compound resistant to the "Assistance or Service" ...venting. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for gas connections) Flat-blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that connect to the dryer must end in your dryer. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Tools needed for all models): Level Plastic putty knife Vent clamps...
The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V minimum, with clothes dryers. The wires that opens to 1" or hex-head socket wrench Pipe-joint compound resistant to the "Assistance or Service" ...venting. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for gas connections) Flat-blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that connect to the dryer must end in your dryer. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Tools needed for all models): Level Plastic putty knife Vent clamps...
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... 20 A circuit needed for a garage installation. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of the dryer in door are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. ■ Additional ...reduce noise transfer. ■ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilations openings are required. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will need: ■ A location allowing for the recommended spacing allowed. ■ Additional spacing should also be considered. 14...
... 20 A circuit needed for a garage installation. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of the dryer in door are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. ■ Additional ...reduce noise transfer. ■ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilations openings are required. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will need: ■ A location allowing for the recommended spacing allowed. ■ Additional spacing should also be considered. 14...
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... listed strain relief. Do not have a fuse in conformance with upturned ends. ■ A UL listed strain relief. 6 If the dryer is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through ... of electrical connection you will be : ■ Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), covered with clothes dryers. Connect to the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section. ■ A 4-wire power supply connection must determine the type...
... listed strain relief. Do not have a fuse in conformance with upturned ends. ■ A UL listed strain relief. 6 If the dryer is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through ... of electrical connection you will be : ■ Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), covered with clothes dryers. Connect to the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section. ■ A 4-wire power supply connection must determine the type...
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...with all local codes and ordinances. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that a separate circuit serving only this dryer be provided. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by ...providing a path of electric shock. grounding conductor can result in accordance with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. This dryer is properly installed and grounded in a risk of your responsibility: ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be plugged...
...with all local codes and ordinances. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that a separate circuit serving only this dryer be provided. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by ...providing a path of electric shock. grounding conductor can result in accordance with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. This dryer is properly installed and grounded in a risk of your responsibility: ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be plugged...
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...(Recommended Method) Flexible stainless steel gas connector: ■ If local codes permit, use larger pipe. Gas supply pressure testing ■ The dryer must be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of your dealer or call the phone numbers referenced in elevation. The location should be ... GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS ■ Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe as needed to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. If the total length of ...
...(Recommended Method) Flexible stainless steel gas connector: ■ If local codes permit, use larger pipe. Gas supply pressure testing ■ The dryer must be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of your dealer or call the phone numbers referenced in elevation. The location should be ... GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS ■ Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe as needed to flare adapter fitting C. 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. If the total length of ...
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...Cord Connection. NOTE: If local codes do so can result in leveling legs Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. DRYER GAS PIPE ■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of a cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to "Optional 3-wire... connection." Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to Direct Wire Connection. Slide the dryer until bottom of foot is close to the floor. For ordering information please reference the "Quick Reference Guide." 4-wire direct connection: Go to Direct...
...Cord Connection. NOTE: If local codes do so can result in leveling legs Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. DRYER GAS PIPE ■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of a cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to "Optional 3-wire... connection." Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to Direct Wire Connection. Slide the dryer until bottom of foot is close to the floor. For ordering information please reference the "Quick Reference Guide." 4-wire direct connection: Go to Direct...
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... wire insulation on the power supply cord is pointing down screw and terminal block cover. Attach power supply cord strain relief Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Attach power supply cord strain relief If your outlet looks like this point. The strain relief should have a tight fit...
... wire insulation on the power supply cord is pointing down screw and terminal block cover. Attach power supply cord strain relief Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Attach power supply cord strain relief If your outlet looks like this point. The strain relief should have a tight fit...
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... hold-down screw. Now, go to neutral wire. E C B 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) 3-prong plug Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white) (C) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Secure cover with...
... hold-down screw. Now, go to neutral wire. E C B 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) 3-prong plug Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white) (C) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Secure cover with...
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... must be connected to center terminal (silver). Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape ends of wires into slot of extra length so dryer may be in death, fire, or electrical shock. 4-wire direct connection: Go to "4-Wire Direct Connection" on page 11. 4-wire Direct... connection is required for direct connection 1" (25 mm) Direct Wire Strain Relief 1. The strain relief should have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of dryer rear panel. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Failure to do not permit 3-wire connections. 1. Connect remaining wires Put the threaded section of ...
... must be connected to center terminal (silver). Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape ends of wires into slot of extra length so dryer may be in death, fire, or electrical shock. 4-wire direct connection: Go to "4-Wire Direct Connection" on page 11. 4-wire Direct... connection is required for direct connection 1" (25 mm) Direct Wire Strain Relief 1. The strain relief should have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of dryer rear panel. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Failure to do not permit 3-wire connections. 1. Connect remaining wires Put the threaded section of ...
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... right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of outer covering from external ground conductor screw (A). 3. Shape wire ends into slot of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Secure cover with outer covering. Connect ground wire F (893m½m" ) Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of...
... right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of outer covering from external ground conductor screw (A). 3. Shape wire ends into slot of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Secure cover with outer covering. Connect ground wire F (893m½m" ) Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of...
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... ends of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B). Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Squeeze hooked end together. Connect remaining wires to "Venting Requirements." Finally..., reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Now, go to an adequate ground. A Remove center terminal block screw (B). 3. Tighten screw. 3. Secure cover with ...
... ends of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B). Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Squeeze hooked end together. Connect remaining wires to "Venting Requirements." Finally..., reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Now, go to an adequate ground. A Remove center terminal block screw (B). 3. Tighten screw. 3. Secure cover with ...
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...a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 mm) water column. U.S.A. Recommended connection is used to connect dryer to gas pipe. MAKE GAS CONNECTION - Plan pipe fitting connection D A Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line...size, and location. 3. Install a shut-off valve. C B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to dryer BOpen valve Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Open shut-off valve Closed valvAe 1. valve is open when handle is parallel to ...
...a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 13" (330 mm) water column. U.S.A. Recommended connection is used to connect dryer to gas pipe. MAKE GAS CONNECTION - Plan pipe fitting connection D A Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line...size, and location. 3. Install a shut-off valve. C B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow B. 3/8" dryer pipe D. 3/8" pipe-to dryer BOpen valve Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Open shut-off valve Closed valvAe 1. valve is open when handle is parallel to ...
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... crawl space, or a concealed space of duct and catch lint. Do not use a metal foil vent. Dryer exhaust must not be purchased from entire length of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with lint. Do not use a plastic vent. Failure...Elbows: ■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. For more information, see "Assistance or Service" section in final dryer location. ■ Remove excess to achieve best drying performance. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■ Must be fully...
... crawl space, or a concealed space of duct and catch lint. Do not use a metal foil vent. Dryer exhaust must not be purchased from entire length of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with lint. Do not use a plastic vent. Failure...Elbows: ■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. For more information, see "Assistance or Service" section in final dryer location. ■ Remove excess to achieve best drying performance. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■ Must be fully...
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...connect elbows H. Left or right side exhaust installation C. Other installations are possible. A B C A. Terminate exhaust vent outside. Dryer B. The Vent System Charts provide venting requirements that will : ■ Shorten life of mobile home and must not terminate ... m) 2 Rigid metal 44 ft. (13.4 m) 3 Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) NOTE: Bottom exhaust installations have dryer converted. B Special provisions for best drying performance: ■ Use following Vent System Chart to determine type of elbows and turns. ■ When using elbows or...
...connect elbows H. Left or right side exhaust installation C. Other installations are possible. A B C A. Terminate exhaust vent outside. Dryer B. The Vent System Charts provide venting requirements that will : ■ Shorten life of mobile home and must not terminate ... m) 2 Rigid metal 44 ft. (13.4 m) 3 Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) NOTE: Bottom exhaust installations have dryer converted. B Special provisions for best drying performance: ■ Use following Vent System Chart to determine type of elbows and turns. ■ When using elbows or...
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...connector and tighten couplings 1. Turn cold water off and remove washer inlet hose. Turn cold water faucet off , remove and replace rubber washer Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to "Connect Vent." Then attach "Y" connector to male end of vent to other fastening devices that extend ... Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to the cold water faucet using straightest path possible. Do not use old hoses. Damage to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. 2. Attach washer cold inlet hose ...
...connector and tighten couplings 1. Turn cold water off and remove washer inlet hose. Turn cold water faucet off , remove and replace rubber washer Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to "Connect Vent." Then attach "Y" connector to male end of vent to other fastening devices that extend ... Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to the cold water faucet using straightest path possible. Do not use old hoses. Damage to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. 2. Attach washer cold inlet hose ...
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... exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to fill valve at bottom of dryer back panel. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Screw... long hose to the coupling can result. 6. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. 19 Turn on fill valve connector. Move dryer to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fill Valve CONNECT VENT 1. 5. Attach long hose to final location Check that vent is clean.
... exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to fill valve at bottom of dryer back panel. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Screw... long hose to the coupling can result. 6. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. 19 Turn on fill valve connector. Move dryer to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fill Valve CONNECT VENT 1. 5. Attach long hose to final location Check that vent is clean.
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... match the locating pins with the holes. Repeat from side to bottom of base trim. 2) Rotate away from dryer and remove. NOTE: The dryer must be level for levelness. 20 Place the base trim to side. To Remove: 2 1 On each corner. 1) Push down , and check again for the moisture ...sensing system to adjust legs up using a wood block. LEVEL DRYER 1. Use wrench to operate correctly. Press the base trim firmly upwards until it snaps into place. Not Level LEVEL 2. Level...
... match the locating pins with the holes. Repeat from side to bottom of base trim. 2) Rotate away from dryer and remove. NOTE: The dryer must be level for levelness. 20 Place the base trim to side. To Remove: 2 1 On each corner. 1) Push down , and check again for the moisture ...sensing system to adjust legs up using a wood block. LEVEL DRYER 1. Use wrench to operate correctly. Press the base trim firmly upwards until it snaps into place. Not Level LEVEL 2. Level...