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Gas Chrome Shadow Available WED5100HC - Electric WGD5100HC - Gas 40 13∕16" Height W11412668A 29 7∕8" Depth 27" Width White Available WED5100HW - Dimension Guide Whirlpool® Front Load Electric/Gas Dryer with AccuDry™ System - 7.4 cu. Electric WGD5100HW - ft.
Gas Chrome Shadow Available WED5100HC - Electric WGD5100HC - Gas 40 13∕16" Height W11412668A 29 7∕8" Depth 27" Width White Available WED5100HW - Dimension Guide Whirlpool® Front Load Electric/Gas Dryer with AccuDry™ System - 7.4 cu. Electric WGD5100HW - ft.
Dimension Guide
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...) 6"/0"* (152 mm/0 mm) 1"/0"* (25 mm/0 mm) 1" (25 mm) *Recommended/Minimum spacing 4 Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ɃɃ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilations openings are required.
...) 6"/0"* (152 mm/0 mm) 1"/0"* (25 mm/0 mm) 1" (25 mm) *Recommended/Minimum spacing 4 Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ɃɃ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilations openings are required.
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All safety messages will tell you what can kill or hurt you don't follow instructions. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, ... either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." WARNING You can be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in this manual and on your appliance. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others .
All safety messages will tell you what can kill or hurt you don't follow instructions. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, ... either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." WARNING You can be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in this manual and on your appliance. DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others .
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... TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for use with dryer) Check local codes. The kit should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. For further ...information, please refer to propane gas Parts supplied (all models): Level Plastic putty knife Vent clamps Leveling legs (4) Parts needed : (Not supplied with clothes dryers. The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V minimum, with any tools listed here. Check...
... TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for use with dryer) Check local codes. The kit should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. For further ...information, please refer to propane gas Parts supplied (all models): Level Plastic putty knife Vent clamps Leveling legs (4) Parts needed : (Not supplied with clothes dryers. The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30 A power supply cord, rated 120/240 V minimum, with any tools listed here. Check...
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... a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in mobile homes to reduce noise transfer. Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to order. Space must be considered. 14" max (356 mm) 18" (460 mm) 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 24 in your "Quick Reference ... 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is greater than 1" (25 mm), clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may use your local building inspector. NOTE: No other fuel-burning...
... a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in mobile homes to reduce noise transfer. Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to order. Space must be considered. 14" max (356 mm) 18" (460 mm) 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 24 in your "Quick Reference ... 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is greater than 1" (25 mm), clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may use your local building inspector. NOTE: No other fuel-burning...
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...flexible metallic conduit. If your responsibility: ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be used , it here. ■ This dryer is adequate. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be removed from : National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269. ■...cover. The neutral conductor must be identified by direct wire: Power supply cable must be either green or bare. Connect to the dryer must have 3 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of the terminal block. The wires that the electrical connection...
...flexible metallic conduit. If your responsibility: ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be used , it here. ■ This dryer is adequate. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be removed from : National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269. ■...cover. The neutral conductor must be identified by direct wire: Power supply cable must be either green or bare. Connect to the dryer must have 3 10-gauge solid copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of the terminal block. The wires that the electrical connection...
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... of above codes standard may be grounded. It is 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be sure that is equipped with all local codes and ordinances. WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Connect... will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of electric shock by a quali ed electrician. This dryer is properly grounded. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Do not modify the plug provided with a cord having an equipmentgrounding...
... of above codes standard may be grounded. It is 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be sure that is equipped with all local codes and ordinances. WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Connect... will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of electric shock by a quali ed electrician. This dryer is properly grounded. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Do not modify the plug provided with a cord having an equipmentgrounding...
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... plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. If connected to the rigid gas supply line. If the total length of your dryer to propane, have the correct burner for opening and closing . Gas shutoff valve Propane Gas Conversion: IMPORTANT: Conversion must have a ...authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel. Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to reach for use larger pipe. A B D A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to prevent kinking. Option 1...
... plugged tapping D. 1/2" NPT gas supply line E. If connected to the rigid gas supply line. If the total length of your dryer to propane, have the correct burner for opening and closing . Gas shutoff valve Propane Gas Conversion: IMPORTANT: Conversion must have a ...authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel. Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to reach for use larger pipe. A B D A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" pipe to prevent kinking. Option 1...
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...measure, screw leveling legs into leg holes until it is approximately 1" (25 mm) from the floor. Slide the dryer until bottom of dryer. For mobile home use the cardboard corner posts the dryer was packed with either a power supply cord or a direct wire connection. 9 This connection may be an additional...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 the dryer. 2. ONLY ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Power Supply Cord WARNING 3/8" NPT dryer pipe NOTE: For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be ...
...measure, screw leveling legs into leg holes until it is approximately 1" (25 mm) from the floor. Slide the dryer until bottom of dryer. For mobile home use the cardboard corner posts the dryer was packed with either a power supply cord or a direct wire connection. 9 This connection may be an additional...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 the dryer. 2. ONLY ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Power Supply Cord WARNING 3/8" NPT dryer pipe NOTE: For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be ...
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... terminal block screw (B). The strain relief should have a tight fit with upturned ends Ring terminals 1. Attach power supply cord strain relief Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Remove terminal block cover Remove hold the two clamp sections (C) together. 2. A 4-wire receptacle 4-prong plug (NEMA type 14-30R) B C D Remove...
... terminal block screw (B). The strain relief should have a tight fit with upturned ends Ring terminals 1. Attach power supply cord strain relief Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Remove terminal block cover Remove hold the two clamp sections (C) together. 2. A 4-wire receptacle 4-prong plug (NEMA type 14-30R) B C D Remove...
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... screws. Secure cover with upturned ends Ring terminals 1. 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. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw. 4. Now, go to...
... screws. Secure cover with upturned ends Ring terminals 1. 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. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw. 4. Now, go to...
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... (A) and any screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL Listed strain relief. 12 Connect remaining wires Put the threaded section of dryer rear panel. DIRECT WIRE CONNECTION WARNING Put direct wire cable through the hole below the terminal block opening , screw the removable conduit connector...fire, or electrical shock. 4-wire direct connection: Go to green ground connector. Reaching inside the terminal block opening (B). Secure cover with the dryer cabinet and be connected to "4-Wire Direct Connection" on page 11. 4-wire Direct Wire Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for ...
... (A) and any screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL Listed strain relief. 12 Connect remaining wires Put the threaded section of dryer rear panel. DIRECT WIRE CONNECTION WARNING Put direct wire cable through the hole below the terminal block opening , screw the removable conduit connector...fire, or electrical shock. 4-wire direct connection: Go to green ground connector. Reaching inside the terminal block opening (B). Secure cover with the dryer cabinet and be connected to "4-Wire Direct Connection" on page 11. 4-wire Direct Wire Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for ...
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... neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of dryer rear panel. Remove center screw B A Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of terminal block (B). 2. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws.... of direct wire cable to external ground conductor screw (A). Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Place hooked ends of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Remove center terminal block screw (B). 13 E 1. Tighten screw. Prepare to neutral wire. Now, go to...
... neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of dryer rear panel. Remove center screw B A Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of terminal block (B). 2. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws.... of direct wire cable to external ground conductor screw (A). Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Place hooked ends of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Remove center terminal block screw (B). 13 E 1. Tighten screw. Prepare to neutral wire. Now, go to...
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Connect neutral wire C B 2. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Now, go to "Venting Requirements." Squeeze hooked end together. Connect remaining wires Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or ...white or center) (C) of power supply cord or cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Connect remaining wires Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Connect external ground wire Optional 3-wire Connection You must verify with hold -down screw. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into...
Connect neutral wire C B 2. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Now, go to "Venting Requirements." Squeeze hooked end together. Connect remaining wires Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or ...white or center) (C) of power supply cord or cable under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Connect remaining wires Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Connect external ground wire Optional 3-wire Connection You must verify with hold -down screw. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into...
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... to tighten, connect gas supply to supply line type, size, and location. 3. 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-flare adapter fitting A combination of propane gas. Open shut-off valve. Remove red cap from gas pipe. Use pipe-joint compound on...TEFLON®† tape. 15 Examples of all gas connections. Correct any leaks found. Do not use pipe-joint compound resistant to dryer BOpen valve Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Open shut-off valve in death, explosion, or fire. Install a shut-...
... to tighten, connect gas supply to supply line type, size, and location. 3. 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-flare adapter fitting A combination of propane gas. Open shut-off valve. Remove red cap from gas pipe. Use pipe-joint compound on...TEFLON®† tape. 15 Examples of all gas connections. Correct any leaks found. Do not use pipe-joint compound resistant to dryer BOpen valve Flared male fitting A Non-flared male fitBting Open shut-off valve in death, explosion, or fire. Install a shut-...
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...be used for best drying performance and to follow these instructions can be included in the overall vent system design as shown in final dryer location. ■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). .... Clamps: ■ Use clamps to achieve best drying performance. Vent products can result in death or fire. Dryer exhaust must be purchased from entire length of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. For more information, see "Assistance or Service" section in enclosed walls, ceilings, or ...
...be used for best drying performance and to follow these instructions can be included in the overall vent system design as shown in final dryer location. ■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). .... Clamps: ■ Use clamps to achieve best drying performance. Vent products can result in death or fire. Dryer exhaust must be purchased from entire length of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. For more information, see "Assistance or Service" section in enclosed walls, ceilings, or ...
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... homes: Exhaust vent must not terminate beneath the mobile home. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Dryer B. Other installations are possible. A B C A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. B Special provisions for best drying performance: ■... usage. Left or right side exhaust installation C. Bottom exhaust installation Vent System Chart Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of dryer. ■ Reduce performance, resulting in Vent System Chart. A A. Exhaust hood E. Exhaust outlet I H F. Vent length necessary to...
... homes: Exhaust vent must not terminate beneath the mobile home. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Dryer B. Other installations are possible. A B C A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. B Special provisions for best drying performance: ■... usage. Left or right side exhaust installation C. Bottom exhaust installation Vent System Chart Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of dryer. ■ Reduce performance, resulting in Vent System Chart. A A. Exhaust hood E. Exhaust outlet I H F. Vent length necessary to...
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... two-thirds turn . Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on faucet. Turn cold water faucet off , remove and replace rubber washer Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. Secure vent to cold water faucet. NOTE: Do not overtighten. The...
... two-thirds turn . Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on faucet. Turn cold water faucet off , remove and replace rubber washer Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. Secure vent to cold water faucet. NOTE: Do not overtighten. The...
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...(102 mm) clamp, connect vent to existing vent, make sure vent is seated on . 7. If connecting to exhaust outlet in dryer. Move dryer to the coupling can result. 6. Check for leaks Move dryer to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to final location Check that vent ...the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Check that the water faucet is secured to final location. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Connect vent to exhaust outlet Gas Valve Attach other end of...
...(102 mm) clamp, connect vent to existing vent, make sure vent is seated on . 7. If connecting to exhaust outlet in dryer. Move dryer to the coupling can result. 6. Check for leaks Move dryer to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to final location Check that vent ...the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Check that the water faucet is secured to final location. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Connect vent to exhaust outlet Gas Valve Attach other end of...
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... 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. NOTE: The dryer must be level for levelness. 20 Place the base trim to bottom of base trim. 2) Rotate away from front to side. Not Level LEVEL 2. Press... the base trim firmly upwards until it snaps into place. Level Dryer Place level here 3. Adjust leveling legs Not Level If dryer is not level, prop up or down on some models) To Install: Locating Pins Locking Features Place level here ...
... 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. NOTE: The dryer must be level for levelness. 20 Place the base trim to bottom of base trim. 2) Rotate away from front to side. Not Level LEVEL 2. Press... the base trim firmly upwards until it snaps into place. Level Dryer Place level here 3. Adjust leveling legs Not Level If dryer is not level, prop up or down on some models) To Install: Locating Pins Locking Features Place level here ...