Dimension Guide
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... mm) 1" 27" 1" 1"* 29 ¼" 5 ½"* (25 mm) (686 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (743 mm) (140 mm) A B C A. Plan the installation to change without notice. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to use the fewest number of vent elbows 0 Rigid metal 1 Rigid metal...
... mm) 1" 27" 1" 1"* 29 ¼" 5 ½"* (25 mm) (686 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (743 mm) (140 mm) A B C A. Plan the installation to change without notice. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to use the fewest number of vent elbows 0 Rigid metal 1 Rigid metal...
Installation Instructions
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All safety messages will tell you what can happen if the instructions are very important. WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." This is , tell you how to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others are not followed. 2 DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. This symbol alerts you don't immediately follow ...
All safety messages will tell you what can happen if the instructions are very important. WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." This is , tell you how to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others are not followed. 2 DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. This symbol alerts you don't immediately follow ...
Installation Instructions
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Parts needed : Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Wire stripper (direct wire installations) Tin snips (new vent installations) 1/4" nut driver (recommended) Vent clamps Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in ring terminals or spade terminals with any tools listed here. The cord should contain: ■■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. The wires that connect to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Utility knife Tape measure Level Pliers Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) You will need: ■...
Parts needed : Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Wire stripper (direct wire installations) Tin snips (new vent installations) 1/4" nut driver (recommended) Vent clamps Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in ring terminals or spade terminals with any tools listed here. The cord should contain: ■■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. The wires that connect to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Utility knife Tape measure Level Pliers Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) You will need: ■...
Installation Instructions
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Do not operate your dealer. ■■ Special provisions must be considered. At lower temperatures, the dryer might be made in the neutral or grounding circuit. ■■ Do not use an extension cord. ■■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it will be sure that the ground path is your local building inspector. Wide opening hamper door *Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with vents *Additional spacing recommended 3"* (76 mm) Mobile home - See "Venting Requirements." ...
Do not operate your dealer. ■■ Special provisions must be considered. At lower temperatures, the dryer might be made in the neutral or grounding circuit. ■■ Do not use an extension cord. ■■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it will be sure that the ground path is your local building inspector. Wide opening hamper door *Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with vents *Additional spacing recommended 3"* (76 mm) Mobile home - See "Venting Requirements." ...
Installation Instructions
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If using and follow the instructions provided for it here. ■■ If local codes do not use with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The kit should be type SRD or SRDT and be identified by direct wire: Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be: ■■ Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), covered with upturned ends. ■■ A UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have 3 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 3-wire ...
If using and follow the instructions provided for it here. ■■ If local codes do not use with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The kit should be type SRD or SRDT and be identified by direct wire: Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be: ■■ Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), covered with upturned ends. ■■ A UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have 3 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 3-wire ...
Installation Instructions
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To avoid damaging floor, use a wrench to finish turning legs until it is no longer visible. diamond marking 1. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on its final location. Prepare dryer for electrical connection and to its feet. Slide the dryer until diamond marking is close to connect the exhaust vent. Screw in leveling legs Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to do so can result in back or other injury. Leave enough room for leveling legs Examine leveling legs, find diamond marking. Screw legs into leg holes by ...
To avoid damaging floor, use a wrench to finish turning legs until it is no longer visible. diamond marking 1. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on its final location. Prepare dryer for electrical connection and to its feet. Slide the dryer until diamond marking is close to connect the exhaust vent. Screw in leveling legs Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to do so can result in back or other injury. Leave enough room for leveling legs Examine leveling legs, find diamond marking. Screw legs into leg holes by ...
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Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Electrical Connection Options 1. Then go to steps 1-2 on page 8 for power supply cord strain relief: then steps 3-5 for 4-wire Direct Wire Connection section. Then go to Venting Requirements. 4-wire direct connection: Go to Venting Requirements. This connection may be connected to green ground connector. Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Remove hold-down screw E. External ground conductor screw C. Hole below terminal block cover 7 ...
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Electrical Connection Options 1. Then go to steps 1-2 on page 8 for power supply cord strain relief: then steps 3-5 for 4-wire Direct Wire Connection section. Then go to Venting Requirements. 4-wire direct connection: Go to Venting Requirements. This connection may be connected to green ground connector. Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Remove hold-down screw E. External ground conductor screw C. Hole below terminal block cover 7 ...
Installation Instructions
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A B F CD E G A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plug C. Ground prong D. Ring terminals 3. The strain relief should have a tight fit with upturned ends F. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief G. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on the power supply cord is pointing down (D), and hold the two clamp sections (C) together. 2. Tighten screw. 8 Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this page. For 4 wire Power Supply Cord Connection, continue to...
A B F CD E G A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plug C. Ground prong D. Ring terminals 3. The strain relief should have a tight fit with upturned ends F. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief G. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on the power supply cord is pointing down (D), and hold the two clamp sections (C) together. 2. Tighten screw. 8 Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this page. For 4 wire Power Supply Cord Connection, continue to...
Installation Instructions
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Connect remaining wires 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to outer terminal block screws. Remove center screw B Connect remaining wires to neutral wire. Now, go to outer terminal block screws. Connect neutral wire B C Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screws. Secure cover with hold -down screw. B D E A C GF A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C. Tighten screw. 5. Tighten screw. 6. Spade terminals with hold -down screw. Tighten screws. ...
Connect remaining wires 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to outer terminal block screws. Remove center screw B Connect remaining wires to neutral wire. Now, go to outer terminal block screws. Connect neutral wire B C Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screws. Secure cover with hold -down screw. B D E A C GF A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C. Tighten screw. 5. Tighten screw. 6. Spade terminals with hold -down screw. Tighten screws. ...
Installation Instructions
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A 3. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Connect wires to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire E B A Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). Prepare your 4-wire cable for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. For 3-wire Direct Wire Connection, see page 11. Direct Wire Connection Direct wire strain relief 1. Put the threaded section of the strain relief (C) through the strain relief. Strip 5" (127 mm) of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). For 4 wire ...
A 3. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Connect wires to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire E B A Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). Prepare your 4-wire cable for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. For 3-wire Direct Wire Connection, see page 11. Direct Wire Connection Direct wire strain relief 1. Put the threaded section of the strain relief (C) through the strain relief. Strip 5" (127 mm) of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). For 4 wire ...
Installation Instructions
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Shape wire ends into slot of direct wire cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Remove center screw B Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under center screw of terminal block (B). 6. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screw. 7. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). 11 Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire B C E 3-wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to Venting Requirements. Tighten screw. ...
Shape wire ends into slot of direct wire cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Remove center screw B Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under center screw of terminal block (B). 6. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screw. 7. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). 11 Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire B C E 3-wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to Venting Requirements. Tighten screw. ...
Installation Instructions
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6. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of remaining wires under center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). Secure cover with hold -down screw. Tighten screw. 7. Now, go to Venting Requirements. Now, go to Venting Requirements. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire B E C Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or cente) (C) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. 3. Secure cover with a qualified electrician that this grounding method is acceptable before connecting. 1. Remove neutral ground ...
6. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of remaining wires under center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). Secure cover with hold -down screw. Tighten screw. 7. Now, go to Venting Requirements. Now, go to Venting Requirements. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire B E C Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or cente) (C) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. 3. Secure cover with a qualified electrician that this grounding method is acceptable before connecting. 1. Remove neutral ground ...
Installation Instructions
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B 4" C A (102 mm) Fire Hazard use duct tape. Failure to follow these instructions can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in: Moisture damage to avoid crushing and kinking. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting. 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 mm) Recommended styles: A. Louvered hood B. Do not use a heavy metal vent. Housecleaning problems and health problems. See "Venting Kits" for best drying performance and to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc. Do not use a plastic vent. Angled hood Elbows: ■■ 45° ...
B 4" C A (102 mm) Fire Hazard use duct tape. Failure to follow these instructions can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in: Moisture damage to avoid crushing and kinking. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting. 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 mm) Recommended styles: A. Louvered hood B. Do not use a heavy metal vent. Housecleaning problems and health problems. See "Venting Kits" for best drying performance and to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc. Do not use a plastic vent. Angled hood Elbows: ■■ 45° ...
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Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Two close-clearance installations are possible. C D E A F G Over-The-Top installation (also available with clamps 4396004 Dryer offset elbow 4396005 Wall offset elbow 4396006RW DuraSafe™ close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Dryer B. Optional side exhaust outlet Optional exhaust installations: Exhaust can be converted out the right side, left side, or through the bottom (4-way vent kit). Left or right side exhaust installation C. ...
Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Two close-clearance installations are possible. C D E A F G Over-The-Top installation (also available with clamps 4396004 Dryer offset elbow 4396005 Wall offset elbow 4396006RW DuraSafe™ close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Dryer B. Optional side exhaust outlet Optional exhaust installations: Exhaust can be converted out the right side, left side, or through the bottom (4-way vent kit). Left or right side exhaust installation C. ...
Installation Instructions
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Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that vent is clean. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in dryer. Run vent to dryer location using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. ■■ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. ■■ Use as few 90° turns as possible. Avoid 90° turns. Check that will help achieve best drying performance. Special provisions for best drying performance: ■■ ...
Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that vent is clean. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in dryer. Run vent to dryer location using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. ■■ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. ■■ Use as few 90° turns as possible. Avoid 90° turns. Check that will help achieve best drying performance. Special provisions for best drying performance: ■■ ...
Installation Instructions
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Level Dryer 1. Not Level LEVEL Not Level If dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench to side. Once legs are level, make sure all of your Use and Care Guide. q Check that dryer is not crushed or kinked. Be sure vent is level. q Check that you have not tripped. q Read "Dryer Use" in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from under the dryer. q Set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for levelness. q When the dryer has been running or "On" position. ■■ Start button has been pushed firmly. ■■ Dryer is plugged into an ...
Level Dryer 1. Not Level LEVEL Not Level If dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench to side. Once legs are level, make sure all of your Use and Care Guide. q Check that dryer is not crushed or kinked. Be sure vent is level. q Check that you have not tripped. q Read "Dryer Use" in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from under the dryer. q Set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for levelness. q When the dryer has been running or "On" position. ■■ Start button has been pushed firmly. ■■ Dryer is plugged into an ...
Installation Instructions
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Reverse Door Swing (Optional) 1. Remove bottom screws Remove screws attaching hinges to inner door panel so handle is on the side where hinges were just removed. Holding door over towel on top of door (5 screws). Rotate outer door Lift door until top screws in large part of outer door and lift to keep cardboard spacer centered between doors. Do not pull on inner door. Reattach outer door panel to door. 5. Lift door off screws. Insert 5 door screws. 17 Remove screws from hinges Place towel on dryer, grasp sides of hinge slot. Remove screws from dryer ...
Reverse Door Swing (Optional) 1. Remove bottom screws Remove screws attaching hinges to inner door panel so handle is on the side where hinges were just removed. Holding door over towel on top of door (5 screws). Rotate outer door Lift door until top screws in large part of outer door and lift to keep cardboard spacer centered between doors. Do not pull on inner door. Reattach outer door panel to door. 5. Lift door off screws. Insert 5 door screws. 17 Remove screws from hinges Place towel on dryer, grasp sides of hinge slot. Remove screws from dryer ...
Installation Instructions
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Insert screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet NOTE: 2 people maybe needed , slide door catch left or right within slot to possibly avoid the 18 cost of slots. Tighten screws halfway. Tighten screws. Check door strike alignment Reattach door hinges to dryer door so that the larger hole is over screws. Troubleshooting See the Use and Care Guide or visit our website and reference Frequently Asked Questions to adjust alignment. Transfer plugs to reinstall door. Insert and tighten top screws in bottom of a service call. Position door so large end of door hinge slot is at ...
Insert screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet NOTE: 2 people maybe needed , slide door catch left or right within slot to possibly avoid the 18 cost of slots. Tighten screws halfway. Tighten screws. Check door strike alignment Reattach door hinges to dryer door so that the larger hole is over screws. Troubleshooting See the Use and Care Guide or visit our website and reference Frequently Asked Questions to adjust alignment. Transfer plugs to reinstall door. Insert and tighten top screws in bottom of a service call. Position door so large end of door hinge slot is at ...
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Owners Manual
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DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you what can happen if the instructions are very important. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is , tell you how to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you and others are not followed. 2 This symbol alerts you to reduce the chance of others . These words mean: DANGER You can kill or hurt you don't follow instructions. All safety messages will tell you...
DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you what can happen if the instructions are very important. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is , tell you how to potential hazards that can be killed or seriously injured if you and others are not followed. 2 This symbol alerts you to reduce the chance of others . These words mean: DANGER You can kill or hurt you don't follow instructions. All safety messages will tell you...