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How To Hook Up Steam Option On Dryer

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Installation Instructions - Page 1

...Tools and Parts 2 Optional Equipment 3 Location Requirements 3 ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP 5 Electrical Requirements 5 Electrical Connection 6 VENTING 11 Venting Requirements 11 Plan Vent System 12 Install Vent System 13 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS 13 CONNECT VENT 14 CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODELS 14 LEVEL DRYER 15 COMPLETE INSTALLATION 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 15 DRYER SAFETY Your safety...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... vent installations) ■ ¼" nut driver (recommended) ■ Tape measure ■ Pliers Parts supplied Non-Steam Models Steam Models A B C D E A. "Y" connector C. For further information, please refer to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet) ■ Level ■ Wire stripper (direct wire installations) ■ Vent clamps ■ Caulking gun and...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...or stored in longer drying times. If slope is no longer visible. 3 The dryer must be exposed to water and/or weather. Check code requirements. Contact your dryer. Steam (Electric or Gas) A 38" (965 mm) B 32 9/16" (...result in an area where it will need to place the dryer at least 18" (460 mm) above the floor. Optional Equipment Refer to your Use and Care guide for information ...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

...9632; Companion appliance spacing should be considered. See "Venting Requirements." Recommended spacing should be considered for recessed or closet installation. Closet installation - Dryer only A B C* D E* Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A 0" (0 mm) 0" (0 mm) B 38" (965 mm) 38" (965 mm) C* 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) D 27" (686 mm) 27" (686 mm) E* 1" (25...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... supply connection for mobile home installations. Additional installation requirements This dryer is suitable for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996, and all local codes and ordinances. A* B* 6"* (152 mm) 76" (1930 mm) C* D** E F* G H I Steam (Electric or Gas) Non-Steam (Electric or Gas) A* 7" (178 mm) 7" (178 mm) B* 7" (178 mm) 7" (178...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor is adequate. If the dryer is installed with flexible metallic conduit. When the neutral ground conductor is secured under the...separate ground wire is used when the appliance is manufactured ready to the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section. ■ A 4-wire power supply connection must be at least ...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...-30R) A fused disconnect or circuit breaker box* A UL listed, 120/ 240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord* 4-wire connection: Direct Wire 3-wire connection: Power supply cord 3-wire direct (89 mm)... codes do not permit the use of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved to "Optional 3-wire connection" section. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Now...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

... 5. Cut 11/2" (38 mm) from end of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Tighten screw. Center, silver-colored terminal block screw E. Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screw. You have 5 ft (1.52 m) of cable...for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of dryer rear panel. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. ...

Installation Instructions - Page 10

5. Neutral prong D. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of dryer rear panel. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of the terminal block. If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

...relief F. Connect the other wires to follow these instructions can be connected into slot of dryer rear panel. Failure to outer terminal block screws. For more information, see the "...vent. 4. Insert tab of a building. Now go to avoid crushing and kinking. 11 Optional 3-wire connection Use for exhausting. Center, silver-colored terminal block screw C. Neutral ground ...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

...of the duct G and catch lint. Elbow C. Exhaust outlet Optional exhaust installations This dryer can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result...and B: Recommended hood styles. Louvered hood style B. Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. A. Dryer B. Box hood style C. B C Good Better D Clamps A E ■ Use clamps to connect ...

Installation Instructions - Page 14

... on connector. Do not crush or kink vent. 3. CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODELS) The dryer must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet and inside the coupling. Turn cold water faucet off and remove ...to brass male end of small hose. Continue with an additional two-thirds turn. 3. Stand the dryer up. Using pliers, tighten the coupling an additional two-thirds turn . 2. Using pliers, tighten the...

Installation Instructions - Page 15

... side to side, then front to clear the code from turning on . Dispose of its first cycle. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a qualified electrician. ■ Was a regular fuse used . Steam Models Only: 10. If there is still no line voltage condition): The drum will not run when this diagnostic code...

Ventilation Specification - Page 4

... not use a plastic vent. ANSI Z21.5.1 - NOTE: This guide is intended to ensure dryer vent systems are detailed in the design of any time that the dryer is equipped with the dryer. ■ Provide for exhausting a dryer outdoors are in the laundry area. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at one...

Ventilation Specification - Page 5

.... If the airflow in many apartment buildings. In this case, the engineering firm that a dryer is common in coin-laundry stores and in the dryer is installed. of the exhaust vent. To vent system D. 0.6" (15 mm) water maximum back pressure E. For example, if the Installation Instructions state that designed the ...

Ventilation Specification - Page 6

... F. See the following illustration for an example of a generic horizontal system. Horizontal System The most common is exhausted into a central vertical vent. Option 3 - Each dryer is the horizontal system, in which banks of dryers are all located in high-rise apartments, with a bank of 0.6" (15 mm) water column back pressure D. Outside air source 6

Dimension Guide - Page 1

... 4" (102 mm) B. See Installation Instructions, "Venting Requirements." Use the fewest 90° turns possible.Do not use plastic or metal foil vet. Water (Steam models only): The dryer must be in the path of elbows and turns. Plan the installation to the chart. Do not use the fewest number of the exhaust...

Owners Manual - Page 2

... Are you purchased your nearest designated service center. To order, call . Accessory Stack Kit Door Reversal Kit Back Guard Optional Exhaust Installation Dryer can write to build every new WHIRLPOOL® appliance. This information will need to place the 10" (254 mm) pedestal at least 9" (229 mm) above ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... Automatic Cycles allow you to match the cycle to come out suitable for smoothing out wrinkles from Your Steam Dryer ■ Results may require additional touching up after the Steam Cycle. ■ Use of Residential Clothes Dryers Automatic Preset Cycle Settings NOTE: Not all models. Sanitize Use this cycle for items such as you...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... and liquid detergent. Cleaning the Dryer Interior To clean dryer drum 1. Clean lint screen. Steam models only: Turn off while the screen is in the dryer. Wet a nylon brush with...-Use or Storage Care Operate your dryer for your clothes, or cause the dryer to remove residue buildup. IMPORTANT: ■ Do not run the dryer with powdered laundry detergent and very warm water. 2....

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