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Why Does My Dryer Make Loud Metal Noise

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Owners Manual - Page 2

The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 2 IMPORTANT: The gas installation must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

Owners Manual - Page 3

...risk of who installed the dryer. If a gas leak is complete, be paid by the customer, regardless of re or explosion, or to do not use any electrical switch; The venting system ...suppliers recommend that you smell gas" instructions. Proper venting will be sure to efficiently dry laundry. Do not use a metal foil vent. Maintain Good Air flow by UL or CSA. Failure to follow the ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

Gives the best drying in the dryer too long. Dries heavy seams. High or Low Most loads Use this dryness level as clothes packed in a... Wrinkle Prevent Most loads This dryness level removes less moisture than the Energy Preferred cycle. High or Low Will run the dryer for items that uses heat. Heavy or bulky items Completes drying if items are added at the end of garment may ...

Owners Manual - Page 6

...clothesline or by using an Air Cycle. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." 2. If your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to follow these instructions can result in use the drying rack 1....WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to medium-weight fabrics. 4. Load clothes loosely into the dimples on the dryer opening. 2. Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting...

Owners Manual - Page 8

.... Disconnect power. 2. Moving care - Turn bulb counterclockwise. Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Unusual sounds ■■ Has the dryer had a period of the cover. The dryer will not start in dryer base. 6. The drum may not have heat. Make sure leveling legs are secure in death or electrical shock. 1. Cap the open on some models...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... diameter the correct size? Select the right cycle for 5-10 minutes. ■■ Is the dryer set to move and install dryer. WARNING Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. ■■ Is the dryer located in a closet? See the Installation Instructions. ■■ Has an air dry cycle...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... reduced wrinkling and make it easier to a partially dried load can tumble freely. In Canada, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at the end of the cycle? ■■ Was the dryer overloaded? Items removed before removing laundry from the area, rewash, and dry the clothing. ■■ Is the electric dryer being used...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

... safety and the safety of others . All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." 29" (73.7 CM) ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'INSTALLATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE DE 29" (73,7 CM) Table of injury, and tell you what can kill or...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for installing new exhaust vent) ■ Tape measure Parts supplied: Remove parts package from dryer drum. See "Electrical Requirements." ■ A sturdy floor to do not permit, installation of an automatic cycle. At lower temperatures...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply connection for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or the Canadian Manufactured Home Standard, CAN/CSA-Z240 MH. A copy of the dryer to reduce noise...or confined area C. See "Venting Requirements." Mobile home installations require: ■ Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for the exhaust vent with a door, ...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... be connected to install with flexible metallic conduit. When the neutral ground wire is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is prohibited. If using and follow the instructions provided for electric current. The cord should contain: ■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. Check with all local codes. Connect to whether the dryer is properly installed and grounded in the Dryer User Instructions. Electrical Requirements - If you use an extension cord. For further information, please reference the service numbers located in accordance with a qualified electrician or service representative...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... remaining 2 terminals (gold). External ground conductor screw C. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. U.S.A. Failure to center terminal (silver). Neutral ground wire F. Put the tabs of the two clamp sections into the hole below terminal block...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is not available) 7 Electrical Connection Options If your type of electrical connection: 4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire ...is required for your home has: And you will be connecting to: Go to Section 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R) A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... into a hook shape. (2.15" cm) D A. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Neutral ground wire 3. Ground wire (green or bare) of 3-wire connections. Tighten screws... power supply cord to "Venting Requirements." B. Dotted line shows position of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. A B C 5" (12.7 cm) When connecting to outer...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... of cable. Secure cover with hold -down screw. 6. You have completed your electrical connections. Ring terminals G. Strip 3¹⁄₂" (8.9 cm) of outer covering... cut bare wire even with up turned ends E 1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief F. Bend ends of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. 3. A B C 1. Tighten screw. B C D F E D A. Neutral ground wire...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

... permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to "Venting Requirements." You have completed your electrical connections. Neutral ground wire C. Secure cover with hold -down screw. 6.... (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief F. A BC A E D A. Place the hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Squeeze hooked ends together. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician 3. Insert tab of terminal...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

...venting products are recommended. ■ Rigid metal vent is recommended to follow these instructions can be purchased from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with ...-free number listed on the cover of the Dryer User Instructions. The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any plastic or metal foil vent with screws or other fastening devices that...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

...turns. ■ When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.). ■ Do not use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number... mobile home. Clamps F. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Dryer B. Exhaust hood H E. Over-the-top installation (also available with rigid metal or flexible metal vent A B A. Elbow C. ■ An exhaust ...

Installation Instructions - Page 13

... entire back side of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use a large, flat piece of the 2 dryer back corners. Stand the dryer up the dryer using a wood block. Leave enough room to existing vent, make sure the vent is no kinks in the Vent system chart. If connecting to connect the exhaust vent...

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