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... INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 5 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS 6 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 7 Power Supply Cord Connection 8 Direct Wire Connection 10 VENTING 12 ...Venting Requirements 12 Plan Vent System 13 Install Vent System 15 CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY 15 CONNECT VENT 16 LEVEL DRYER 17 COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST 17 DOOR REVERSAL (OPTIONAL 18 Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.Whirlpool.com INSTALLATION NOTES...
... INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 5 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS 6 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 7 Power Supply Cord Connection 8 Direct Wire Connection 10 VENTING 12 ...Venting Requirements 12 Plan Vent System 13 Install Vent System 15 CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY 15 CONNECT VENT 16 LEVEL DRYER 17 COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST 17 DOOR REVERSAL (OPTIONAL 18 Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.Whirlpool.com INSTALLATION NOTES...
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DRYER SAFETY IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 2
DRYER SAFETY IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 2
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... included. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with clothes dryers. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with upturned ends. ■■A UL listed strain relief. NOTE: Do not use with a...(25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Rubber washer Parts package is located in ring terminals or spade terminals with dryer) Refer to the dryer must end in dryer drum. Read "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Check that all models): Leveling legs (4) ...
... included. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with clothes dryers. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with upturned ends. ■■A UL listed strain relief. NOTE: Do not use with a...(25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Rubber washer Parts package is located in ring terminals or spade terminals with dryer) Refer to the dryer must end in dryer drum. Read "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Check that all models): Leveling legs (4) ...
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... appliance. ■■Cold water faucets located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of installation and servicing; Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to water, weather, or at temperatures below 40° F (4° C). Installation Clearances For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ...not be large enough to allow door to purchase). ■■Level floor with elbow. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in longer drying times. See "Venting Requirements." ■■A separate 30 amp circuit. ■■If using power supply cord, a...
... appliance. ■■Cold water faucets located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of installation and servicing; Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to water, weather, or at temperatures below 40° F (4° C). Installation Clearances For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ...not be large enough to allow door to purchase). ■■Level floor with elbow. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in longer drying times. See "Venting Requirements." ■■A separate 30 amp circuit. ■■If using power supply cord, a...
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...9632;■If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground wire to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. Electrical Connection To properly install your responsibility: ■■To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■■To be sure that... power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. Louvered doors with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground conductor must be considered. Recommended installation clearances (dryer only): 18" min. (457 mm) 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 min. (310 cm2) 5" * (127 mm) 24 in remodeling after 1996, ...
...9632;■If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground wire to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. Electrical Connection To properly install your responsibility: ■■To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■■To be sure that... power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. Louvered doors with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground conductor must be considered. Recommended installation clearances (dryer only): 18" min. (457 mm) 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 min. (310 cm2) 5" * (127 mm) 24 in remodeling after 1996, ...
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... copper cable (with ground wire), covered with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. use a large flat piece of cardboard from dryer packaging under entire back edge of NEMA Type 14-30R. The (14-30R) neutral conductor must have four 10-gauge copper wires and match ...a 4-wire receptacle of dryer. Slide the dryer on cardboard. 2. If your outlet looks like this: Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed...
... copper cable (with ground wire), covered with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. use a large flat piece of cardboard from dryer packaging under entire back edge of NEMA Type 14-30R. The (14-30R) neutral conductor must have four 10-gauge copper wires and match ...a 4-wire receptacle of dryer. Slide the dryer on cardboard. 2. If your outlet looks like this: Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed...
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... of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Prepare to strain relief 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) 4-prong plug Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. If your outlet looks like this: Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to hold in a horizontal...
... of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Prepare to strain relief 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) 4-prong plug Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. If your outlet looks like this: Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to hold in a horizontal...
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...(NEMA type 10-30R) 3-prong plug Spade terminals with hold -down screw. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Connect ground wire 1. Connect neutral wire B C Connect remaining wires under outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Secure cover... remaining wires Remove center terminal block screw (B). 2. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Tighten screws. Secure cover with upturned ends Ring terminals Connect remaining wires under outer terminal block screws. 3. Tighten screw. ...
...(NEMA type 10-30R) 3-prong plug Spade terminals with hold -down screw. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Connect ground wire 1. Connect neutral wire B C Connect remaining wires under outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Secure cover... remaining wires Remove center terminal block screw (B). 2. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Tighten screws. Secure cover with upturned ends Ring terminals Connect remaining wires under outer terminal block screws. 3. Tighten screw. ...
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...(38 mm) from green external ground conductor screw (A). 3. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. Put the threaded section of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position. Attach direct wire strain relief A B C Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from end of outer covering... is required for direct connection 31 (89 ⁄2m" m) (251m" m) (127 5" mm) Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. Shape ends of terminal block (B). Direct Wire Connection Direct wire strain relief 1.
...(38 mm) from green external ground conductor screw (A). 3. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. Put the threaded section of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position. Attach direct wire strain relief A B C Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from end of outer covering... is required for direct connection 31 (89 ⁄2m" m) (251m" m) (127 5" mm) Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. Shape ends of terminal block (B). Direct Wire Connection Direct wire strain relief 1.
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.... 5. Connect remaining wires Remove center terminal block screw (B). 3. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Now, go to neutral wire. 1. Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct ... of direct wire cable under green external ground conductor screw (A). Shape wire ends into slot of dryer rear panel. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Squeeze hooked end together. Connect ground wire 2. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten ...
.... 5. Connect remaining wires Remove center terminal block screw (B). 3. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Now, go to neutral wire. 1. Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct ... of direct wire cable under green external ground conductor screw (A). Shape wire ends into slot of dryer rear panel. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Squeeze hooked end together. Connect ground wire 2. Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten ...
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...of a building. VENTING Venting Requirements 2. Tighten screw. 3. Prepare to "Venting Requirements." Remove center terminal block screw (B). Dryer exhaust must verify with hold-down screw. Place ends of dryer rear panel. Tighten screws. 12 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent ■■ ...reduce the risk of power supply cord or cable under outer terminal block screws. Secure cover with a qualified electrician that this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Connect external ground wire A G B A Install the correct strain relief for your electrical connection method...
...of a building. VENTING Venting Requirements 2. Tighten screw. 3. Prepare to "Venting Requirements." Remove center terminal block screw (B). Dryer exhaust must verify with hold-down screw. Place ends of dryer rear panel. Tighten screws. 12 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent ■■ ...reduce the risk of power supply cord or cable under outer terminal block screws. Secure cover with a qualified electrician that this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Connect external ground wire A G B A Install the correct strain relief for your electrical connection method...
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... B C A D Recommended Styles: F E G Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood Angled Hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Dryer E. Wall G. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be fully extended and supported in final... dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may obstruct exhaust (such as shown in the overall vent system ...
... B C A D Recommended Styles: F E G Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood Angled Hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Dryer E. Wall G. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be fully extended and supported in final... dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may obstruct exhaust (such as shown in the overall vent system ...
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... ft. (13.4 m) 3 Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) Long Vent System Chart* Number of 90° elbows Type of dryer. ■■Reduce performance, resulting in "Vent System Charts." If you prefer, you may contact your model number, refer to exhaust out the right side..., left side (all other models, refer to have the dryer converted. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will improve venting regardless of elbows and turns. ■■When using elbows or making turns,...
... ft. (13.4 m) 3 Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) Long Vent System Chart* Number of 90° elbows Type of dryer. ■■Reduce performance, resulting in "Vent System Charts." If you prefer, you may contact your model number, refer to exhaust out the right side..., left side (all other models, refer to have the dryer converted. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will improve venting regardless of elbows and turns. ■■When using elbows or making turns,...
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Tighten couplings Vent must be connected to the cold water faucet using straightest path possible. Avoid 90° turns. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Record hose installation or replacement dates on faucet. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Use clamps to male end of ...can result. 15 Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. Then attach "Y" connector to seal all joints. Do not use to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied). Damage to "Connect Vent." Run vent to reduce the risk of vent to "Y" connector and tighten...
Tighten couplings Vent must be connected to the cold water faucet using straightest path possible. Avoid 90° turns. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Record hose installation or replacement dates on faucet. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Use clamps to male end of ...can result. 15 Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. Then attach "Y" connector to seal all joints. Do not use to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied). Damage to "Connect Vent." Run vent to reduce the risk of vent to "Y" connector and tighten...
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... a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from water inlet valve. Move dryer to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling CONNECT VENT 1. If connecting to crush or kink vent. Check that the water faucets are turned on fill ... overtighten. Damage to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Connect vent to fill valve at bottom of dryer back panel. After dryer is clean. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Attach other end of long hose to exhaust outlet Remove protective cap from under...
... a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in place, remove corner posts and cardboard from water inlet valve. Move dryer to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling CONNECT VENT 1. If connecting to crush or kink vent. Check that the water faucets are turned on fill ... overtighten. Damage to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Connect vent to fill valve at bottom of dryer back panel. After dryer is clean. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Attach other end of long hose to exhaust outlet Remove protective cap from under...
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... legs up using a wood block, use of a water softener is plugged into a grounded outlet. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. If dryer will not start, check the following: • Controls are now installed. Repeat from side to remove any tape remaining on console and any dust....plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is first heated. Over time, the buildup of lime scale may clog different parts of scale through steps to back. Excessive scale buildup...
... legs up using a wood block, use of a water softener is plugged into a grounded outlet. Do not select Air Only Temperature setting. If dryer will not start, check the following: • Controls are now installed. Repeat from side to remove any tape remaining on console and any dust....plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is first heated. Over time, the buildup of lime scale may clog different parts of scale through steps to back. Excessive scale buildup...
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...with a round and square-shaped doors. Using a TORX T25® screwdriver, remove the 4 screws securing the door hinge to the dryer and lift up . Remove door from the dryer door before proceeding. Lift off the inner door and set aside. † ® TORX and T25 are for models with the ...door swing round-shaped door - Remove inner door from outer door IMPORTANT: If the protective film has not yet been removed from the dryer, peel the film from dryer Using a TORX T25® screwdriver, remove the 2 screws securing the door strike to the opposite side of the door facing up and...
...with a round and square-shaped doors. Using a TORX T25® screwdriver, remove the 4 screws securing the door hinge to the dryer and lift up . Remove door from the dryer door before proceeding. Lift off the inner door and set aside. † ® TORX and T25 are for models with the ...door swing round-shaped door - Remove inner door from outer door IMPORTANT: If the protective film has not yet been removed from the dryer, peel the film from dryer Using a TORX T25® screwdriver, remove the 2 screws securing the door strike to the opposite side of the door facing up and...
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... screwdriver, remove the 4 screws on a soft towel or other non-scratch surface. Insert the tabs on dryer IMPORTANT: If the protective film has not yet been removed from the dryer, peel the film from dryer Position the door with the 4 TORX T25® screws removed earlier. Rotate the strike 180° and.... Reinstall door on the hinge into the mounting slot and slide down to the opposite side of the door facing up and out to the dryer and lift up . Reinstall the 10 screws securing the inner door to the door frame of door Reverse door swing round-shaped door - double...
... screwdriver, remove the 4 screws on a soft towel or other non-scratch surface. Insert the tabs on dryer IMPORTANT: If the protective film has not yet been removed from the dryer, peel the film from dryer Position the door with the 4 TORX T25® screws removed earlier. Rotate the strike 180° and.... Reinstall door on the hinge into the mounting slot and slide down to the opposite side of the door facing up and out to the dryer and lift up . Reinstall the 10 screws securing the inner door to the door frame of door Reverse door swing round-shaped door - double...
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...outer door Release tab Release tab Using a TORX T25® screwdriver, remove the 4 screws securing the door hinge to the dryer and lift up . Reinstall door on the dryer. Reverse door swing square-shaped door 1. Rotate the strike 180° and attach to the opposite side of the door ... towel or other non-scratch surface. 7. Move the door strike Using a TORX T25® screwdriver, remove the 4 screws on dryer 2. Place the door on each side of the dryer. Retain or set aside for later use. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 13 screws securing the inner door to the door...
...outer door Release tab Release tab Using a TORX T25® screwdriver, remove the 4 screws securing the door hinge to the dryer and lift up . Reinstall door on the dryer. Reverse door swing square-shaped door 1. Rotate the strike 180° and attach to the opposite side of the door ... towel or other non-scratch surface. 7. Move the door strike Using a TORX T25® screwdriver, remove the 4 screws on dryer 2. Place the door on each side of the dryer. Retain or set aside for later use. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 13 screws securing the inner door to the door...
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Using a Phillips screwdriver, secure with the 13 screws removed earlier. 7. Reattach door to dryer Latch Latch Using a TORX T25® screwdriver, reinstall the latch plate and hinge assembly on the outer door assembly. W10676165A W10676166A - 4. All rights reserved. R emove ... place. 5. R einstall hinge and latch on opposite sides Position the inner door on the opposite sides from inner door Latch 6. Reattach inner door to the dryer.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, secure with the 13 screws removed earlier. 7. Reattach door to dryer Latch Latch Using a TORX T25® screwdriver, reinstall the latch plate and hinge assembly on the outer door assembly. W10676165A W10676166A - 4. All rights reserved. R emove ... place. 5. R einstall hinge and latch on opposite sides Position the inner door on the opposite sides from inner door Latch 6. Reattach inner door to the dryer.