Ventilation Specification
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... you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to potential hazards that the owner post, in a prominent location, instructions for the customer's use gasoline or other appliance. This is the safety alert symbol. Post the following warning in this ...and liquids in the event the customer smells gas. ® 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 ...7 DRYER SAFETY ...
... you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to potential hazards that the owner post, in a prominent location, instructions for the customer's use gasoline or other appliance. This is the safety alert symbol. Post the following warning in this ...and liquids in the event the customer smells gas. ® 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 ...7 DRYER SAFETY ...
Ventilation Specification
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In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply: ■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. do not use gasoline or other appliance. - Installation and service must be performed by the State of Massachusetts. ■...
In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply: ■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. do not use gasoline or other appliance. - Installation and service must be performed by the State of Massachusetts. ■...
Ventilation Specification
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...codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 3 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel ...; Do not 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, follow basic...
...codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 3 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel ...; Do not 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, follow basic...
Ventilation Specification
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... from laundry area. 3. See "Venting Requirements" for instructions on each dryer. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at one time. ■ Consider moisture, lint and air temperature in the design of lint can result in the central duct system. 4 See the Installation Instructions that came with a lint screen, fine particles...
... from laundry area. 3. See "Venting Requirements" for instructions on each dryer. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at one time. ■ Consider moisture, lint and air temperature in the design of lint can result in the central duct system. 4 See the Installation Instructions that came with a lint screen, fine particles...
Ventilation Specification
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...is too long. Additional Elbows In cases in the product literature. Use an inclined manometer, such as stated in which the Installation Instructions do not address the vent length for the specific number of lint and debris. ■ Confirm that the exterior vent exhaust...least 100 CFM. of the exhaust vent. For example, if the Installation Instructions state that is creating back pressure in many apartment buildings. Dryer Closet Installations Closets used . (The total vent system length includes all Whirlpool gas dryer models are some requirements for details). Each dryer model ...
...is too long. Additional Elbows In cases in the product literature. Use an inclined manometer, such as stated in which the Installation Instructions do not address the vent length for the specific number of lint and debris. ■ Confirm that the exterior vent exhaust...least 100 CFM. of the exhaust vent. For example, if the Installation Instructions state that is creating back pressure in many apartment buildings. Dryer Closet Installations Closets used . (The total vent system length includes all Whirlpool gas dryer models are some requirements for details). Each dryer model ...
Owners Manual
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... 4 Tools and Parts 4 Options 4 Location Requirements 4 Electrical Requirements 6 Venting Requirements 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 8 Electrical Connection 8 Plan Vent System 11 Install Vent System 12 Connect Vent 12 Level Dryer 13 Complete Installation 13 DRYER USE 14 Starting Your Dryer 14 Stopping and Restarting 14 Changing Cycles and Temperatures 14 Controls 15 Drying, Cycle and Temperature Tips...
... 4 Tools and Parts 4 Options 4 Location Requirements 4 Electrical Requirements 6 Venting Requirements 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 8 Electrical Connection 8 Plan Vent System 11 Install Vent System 12 Connect Vent 12 Level Dryer 13 Complete Installation 13 DRYER USE 14 Starting Your Dryer 14 Stopping and Restarting 14 Changing Cycles and Temperatures 14 Controls 15 Drying, Cycle and Temperature Tips...
Owners Manual
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... store the dryer where it will be killed or seriously injured if you and others are not followed. s See installation instructions for grounding requirements. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to the weather. Items contaminated with cooking oils... fire. s Do not use fabric softeners or products to the drying compartment. s Clean lint screen before using the dryer, follow instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 We have the skills to cooking oils in the dryer. s Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is the...
... store the dryer where it will be killed or seriously injured if you and others are not followed. s See installation instructions for grounding requirements. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to the weather. Items contaminated with cooking oils... fire. s Do not use fabric softeners or products to the drying compartment. s Clean lint screen before using the dryer, follow instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 We have the skills to cooking oils in the dryer. s Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is the...
Owners Manual
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...can be considered. Optional pedestal To order, call the dealer from whom you have any tools listed here. Read and follow the instructions provided with WFC. You will need A location that all parts listed are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet ... your unit for this manual. Options Pedestal You may also contact the dealer from whom you have a Whirlpool washer model starting installation. See "Venting Requirements." INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Tools needed Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and see "Venting ...
...can be considered. Optional pedestal To order, call the dealer from whom you have any tools listed here. Read and follow the instructions provided with WFC. You will need A location that all parts listed are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet ... your unit for this manual. Options Pedestal You may also contact the dealer from whom you have a Whirlpool washer model starting installation. See "Venting Requirements." INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Tools needed Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and see "Venting ...
Owners Manual
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...must determine the type of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS s For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be used , it...the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the line. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral. WARNING: Improper connection of...
...must determine the type of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS s For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be used , it...the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the line. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral. WARNING: Improper connection of...
Owners Manual
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... recommended. s Exhaust vent must be connected or secured with a magnetic latch. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Failure to follow these instructions can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in: Moisture damage to keep rodents and insects from the ground or any object... style The angled hood style (shown here) is not plugged with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent. WARNING Venting Requirements s Do not install flexible metal vent in reduced airflow and poor performance. If using an existing vent system s Clean lint from the entire length of the ...
... recommended. s Exhaust vent must be connected or secured with a magnetic latch. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Failure to follow these instructions can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in: Moisture damage to keep rodents and insects from the ground or any object... style The angled hood style (shown here) is not plugged with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent. WARNING Venting Requirements s Do not install flexible metal vent in reduced airflow and poor performance. If using an existing vent system s Clean lint from the entire length of the ...
Owners Manual
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... cover B. UL listed strain relief B. Securely tighten all electrical connections. A C 3. Unscrew the strain relief nut from the terminal block cover. 4. B D A. Power cord 8 Power Supply Cord INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Connection Direct Wire WARNING WARNING Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Use a UL listed strain relief. Fire Hazard Use...
... cover B. UL listed strain relief B. Securely tighten all electrical connections. A C 3. Unscrew the strain relief nut from the terminal block cover. 4. B D A. Power cord 8 Power Supply Cord INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Connection Direct Wire WARNING WARNING Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Use a UL listed strain relief. Fire Hazard Use...
Owners Manual
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...) 3-wire (if 4-wire is not available) Electrical Connection Options If your home has: And you will be moved if needed. Strain relief nut D. Now complete installation following instructions for your type of wires into the terminal block cover. Ring terminals 1. Remove this wire. A A. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power...
...) 3-wire (if 4-wire is not available) Electrical Connection Options If your home has: And you will be moved if needed. Strain relief nut D. Now complete installation following instructions for your type of wires into the terminal block cover. Ring terminals 1. Remove this wire. A A. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power...
Owners Manual
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... below. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Failure to the manufacturer's instructions. Choose your installation. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw. 2. Squeeze hooked end together. Place the hooked ends of the other... Tighten strain relief nut. Plan Vent System Alternate installations for purchase. Refer to follow these instructions can result in many varieties. Exhaust hood B. 1. A Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow) Over-the-Top Installation Kit Part Number 4396028 for close clearances Venting systems...
... below. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Failure to the manufacturer's instructions. Choose your installation. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw. 2. Squeeze hooked end together. Place the hooked ends of the other... Tighten strain relief nut. Plan Vent System Alternate installations for purchase. Refer to follow these instructions can result in many varieties. Exhaust hood B. 1. A Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow) Over-the-Top Installation Kit Part Number 4396028 for close clearances Venting systems...
Owners Manual
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...not tripped. Use a time-delay fuse. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. The dryer may be cleaned before laundering. See "Installation Instructions." Lint screen should be a thumping sound during the first few minutes of the drum for service. s Is the exhaust vent the correct... satisfactorily, drying times are intact and tight, or that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many turns. See "Installation Instructions." Check that both circuit breakers have heat. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Check with heavy metal or flexible metal vent...
...not tripped. Use a time-delay fuse. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. The dryer may be cleaned before laundering. See "Installation Instructions." Lint screen should be a thumping sound during the first few minutes of the drum for service. s Is the exhaust vent the correct... satisfactorily, drying times are intact and tight, or that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many turns. See "Installation Instructions." Check that both circuit breakers have heat. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Check with heavy metal or flexible metal vent...
Owners Manual
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...from dryer. Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above the floor for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting." See "Installation Instructions." Cycle time too short WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to local dealers, repair parts distributors and service ... or fire. s Was the dryer overloaded? Lint on Automatic Cycles. It may have ventilation openings at the end of your nearest Whirlpool designated service center. This information will change the amount of drying time in a closet? s Accessory and repair parts sales. If so...
...from dryer. Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above the floor for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting." See "Installation Instructions." Cycle time too short WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to local dealers, repair parts distributors and service ... or fire. s Was the dryer overloaded? Lint on Automatic Cycles. It may have ventilation openings at the end of your nearest Whirlpool designated service center. This information will change the amount of drying time in a closet? s Accessory and repair parts sales. If so...
Owners Manual
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...is used in a country other than the country in which it . ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR 1. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you need to know your appliance if it was purchased. Expenses for travel ...than normal, single-family household use of products not approved by calling Whirlpool. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with published installation instructions. 11. Replacement parts or repair labor costs when the major appliance ...
...is used in a country other than the country in which it . ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR 1. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you need to know your appliance if it was purchased. Expenses for travel ...than normal, single-family household use of products not approved by calling Whirlpool. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with published installation instructions. 11. Replacement parts or repair labor costs when the major appliance ...
Dimension Guide
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... material • Use a heavy metal vent. B A 4" (10.2 cm) 4" (10.2 cm) A. Closet door with a magnetic latch. Instructions packed with stack kit (Accessory) 12" (30.5 cm) DRYER 3" (7.6 cm) 48 in reduced airflow and poor performance. A time-delay fuse ... 3" (7.6 cm) Recessed or closet installation - W10189310 04-02-08 Closet door with elbows. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to change without notice. CUSTOM UNDERCOUNTER, RECESSED AREA AND CLOSET INSTALLATION Custom undercounter installation - Recessed area C. Side view -...
... material • Use a heavy metal vent. B A 4" (10.2 cm) 4" (10.2 cm) A. Closet door with a magnetic latch. Instructions packed with stack kit (Accessory) 12" (30.5 cm) DRYER 3" (7.6 cm) 48 in reduced airflow and poor performance. A time-delay fuse ... 3" (7.6 cm) Recessed or closet installation - W10189310 04-02-08 Closet door with elbows. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to change without notice. CUSTOM UNDERCOUNTER, RECESSED AREA AND CLOSET INSTALLATION Custom undercounter installation - Recessed area C. Side view -...
Warranty
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... parts or repair labor costs when the major appliance is used in a country other than the country in accordance with published installation instructions. 11. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE...materials or workmanship. DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date W10189310B © 2008 Whirlpool Corporation All rights reserved ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of the Use & Care Guide. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ...
... parts or repair labor costs when the major appliance is used in a country other than the country in accordance with published installation instructions. 11. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE...materials or workmanship. DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date W10189310B © 2008 Whirlpool Corporation All rights reserved ® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of the Use & Care Guide. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ...