Dimension Guide
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...3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 min. (310 cm2) 5" (127 mm) 24 in the top and bottom of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for ease of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be considered. See "Venting Requirements". * Approx. Companion appliance spacing should be considered for... openings are the recommended spacing for this dryer. ■■ Additional spacing should also be required for wall, door, floor moldings, and dryer venting. ■■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ■...
...3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 min. (310 cm2) 5" (127 mm) 24 in the top and bottom of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for ease of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be considered. See "Venting Requirements". * Approx. Companion appliance spacing should be considered for... openings are the recommended spacing for this dryer. ■■ Additional spacing should also be required for wall, door, floor moldings, and dryer venting. ■■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ■...
Dimension Guide
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...exhaust installations have a 90º turn to an individual branch circuit. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn inside the dryer. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to the outside. 4" (102 mm) diameter ... 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. ...
...exhaust installations have a 90º turn to an individual branch circuit. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn inside the dryer. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to the outside. 4" (102 mm) diameter ... 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. ...
Installation Guide
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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 14 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 14 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...
Installation Guide
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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
Installation Guide
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... should contain: ■■A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed (steam models): Utility knife Tape measure Level Pliers Caulking gun...installation. NOTE: Do not use with upturned ends. ■■A UL listed strain relief. Check local codes. Tools needed : (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench "Y" connector Parts package is located in your "Use and Care Guide" for information ...
... should contain: ■■A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) ■■Vent clamps ■■Vent elbows and vent work Parts needed (steam models): Utility knife Tape measure Level Pliers Caulking gun...installation. NOTE: Do not use with upturned ends. ■■A UL listed strain relief. Check local codes. Tools needed : (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench "Y" connector Parts package is located in your "Use and Care Guide" for information ...
Installation Guide
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... local building inspector. 3/4"* (18 mm) * Approx. If a closet door or louvered door is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. Contact your local building inspector. Installation Clearances For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for proper exhaust installation. Add... spacing on all sides of dryer. ■■The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will need : ■■A location allowing for...
... local building inspector. 3/4"* (18 mm) * Approx. If a closet door or louvered door is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. Contact your local building inspector. Installation Clearances For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for proper exhaust installation. Add... spacing on all sides of dryer. ■■The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will need : ■■A location allowing for...
Installation Guide
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...For further information, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section. ■■A 4-wire power supply connection must be secured to the dryer cabinet with clothes dryers. The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power supply connection for homes built after 1996, and all local codes and ordinances...To properly install your responsibility: ■■To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■■To be sure that connect to the dryer must be removed from your "Use and Care Guide." ■■Special provisions must be made in a location where grounding through...
...For further information, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section. ■■A 4-wire power supply connection must be secured to the dryer cabinet with clothes dryers. The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power supply connection for homes built after 1996, and all local codes and ordinances...To properly install your responsibility: ■■To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■■To be sure that connect to the dryer must be removed from your "Use and Care Guide." ■■Special provisions must be made in a location where grounding through...
Installation Guide
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... wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R. 1. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. Prepare dryer for leveling legs If connecting by direct wire: Power supply cable must be insulated. ■■10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use a large... flat piece of cardboard from dryer packaging under entire back edge of the 2 dryer back corners. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on the corner posts until diamond marking is close to connect the exhaust vent. ...
... wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R. 1. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 5 ft. (1.52 m) long. Prepare dryer for leveling legs If connecting by direct wire: Power supply cable must be insulated. ■■10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use a large... flat piece of cardboard from dryer packaging under entire back edge of the 2 dryer back corners. Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay dryer down on the corner posts until diamond marking is close to connect the exhaust vent. ...
Installation Guide
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... the wire insulation on strain relief). Attach power supply cord to strain relief 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) 4-prong plug Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this : Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to...
... the wire insulation on strain relief). Attach power supply cord to strain relief 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) 4-prong plug Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this : Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to...
Installation Guide
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... wires under outer terminal block screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. 3. Now, go to neutral wire. Tighten screws. Connect neutral wire B C Connect remaining...
... wires under outer terminal block screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Tighten screw. 3. Now, go to neutral wire. Tighten screws. Connect neutral wire B C Connect remaining...
Installation Guide
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...connection is required for direct connection 31 (89 ⁄2" mm) (251"mm) (127 5" mm) Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Put the threaded ...section of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position. Prepare your wiring looks like this: 4-wire direct connection: Go to "4-Wire Direct Wire Connection" on strain relief). ...
...connection is required for direct connection 31 (89 ⁄2" mm) (251"mm) (127 5" mm) Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. Remove neutral ground wire (E) from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Put the threaded ...section of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position. Prepare your wiring looks like this: 4-wire direct connection: Go to "4-Wire Direct Wire Connection" on strain relief). ...
Installation Guide
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... terminal block cover into hooks. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of dryer rear panel. Connect ground wire 2. Connect remaining wires Remove center terminal block screw (B). 3. Shape wire ends into slot of remaining direct... wire cable wires under green external ground conductor screw (A). Connect neutral wire B C Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Now, go to neutral wire. 1. Now, go to "Venting Requirements". 3-Wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit...
... terminal block cover into hooks. Secure cover with hold -down screw. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of dryer rear panel. Connect ground wire 2. Connect remaining wires Remove center terminal block screw (B). 3. Shape wire ends into slot of remaining direct... wire cable wires under green external ground conductor screw (A). Connect neutral wire B C Place hooked ends of dryer rear panel. Now, go to neutral wire. 1. Now, go to "Venting Requirements". 3-Wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit...
Installation Guide
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... 3. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used . ■■ Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. Place ends of dryer rear panel. Prepare to "Venting Requirements." Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire B E C Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire ... from green external ground conductor screw (A). Connect remaining wires WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this grounding method is acceptable before connecting. 4. Dryer exhaust must verify with hold-down screw. Tighten screws. 12 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent ■■ Only...
... 3. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used . ■■ Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. Place ends of dryer rear panel. Prepare to "Venting Requirements." Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire B E C Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire ... from green external ground conductor screw (A). Connect remaining wires WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this grounding method is acceptable before connecting. 4. Dryer exhaust must verify with hold-down screw. Tighten screws. 12 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent ■■ Only...
Installation Guide
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...installation: B C A D F E G Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood Angled Hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Elbow F. Wall G. Dryer E. 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 result in reduced airflow and poor performance. ■■ Do not ...
...installation: B C A D F E G Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood Angled Hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Elbow F. Wall G. Dryer E. 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 result in reduced airflow and poor performance. ■■ Do not ...
Installation Guide
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...and use caulking compound to use. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Optional exhaust installations: This dryer can be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of mobile home and must be converted to the chart. Left... 35 ft. (10.7 m) 29 ft. (8.8 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) 21 ft. (6.4 m) NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have the dryer converted. The "Vent System Chart" provides venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance. Determine vent path: ■■Select route that will provide...
...and use caulking compound to use. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Optional exhaust installations: This dryer can be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of mobile home and must be converted to the chart. Left... 35 ft. (10.7 m) 29 ft. (8.8 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) 21 ft. (6.4 m) NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have the dryer converted. The "Vent System Chart" provides venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance. Determine vent path: ■■Select route that will provide...
Installation Guide
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... and replace with additional two-thirds turn . Damage to male end of use old hoses. Turn cold water off and remove washer inlet hose. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. 2. Secure vent to the cold water faucet using straightest path possible. NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of the... tighten couplings Turn cold water faucet off , remove hose, and replace rubber washer Using pliers, tighten the couplings with new rubber washer. Use clamps to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied).
... and replace with additional two-thirds turn . Damage to male end of use old hoses. Turn cold water off and remove washer inlet hose. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. 2. Secure vent to the cold water faucet using straightest path possible. NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of the... tighten couplings Turn cold water faucet off , remove hose, and replace rubber washer Using pliers, tighten the couplings with new rubber washer. Use clamps to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied).
Installation Guide
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... and cardboard from water inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand until it is secured to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling CONNECT VENT 1. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. After dryer is clean. Turn on cold water faucet Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to existing... vent, make sure vent is in dryer. Check that the water faucets are turned on fill valve connector. 5. Attach long hose to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. NOTE: Do not ...
... and cardboard from water inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand until it is secured to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling CONNECT VENT 1. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. After dryer is clean. Turn on cold water faucet Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to existing... vent, make sure vent is in dryer. Check that the water faucets are turned on fill valve connector. 5. Attach long hose to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. NOTE: Do not ...
Installation Guide
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... steps to the need for the moisture sensing system to back. NOTE: You may clog different parts of a water softener is level. If dryer is closed. Repeat from side to adjust legs up or down, and check again for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. q Check...supply cord installation, plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is not level, prop up using a wood block, use of the water system, which will reduce product performance. q If you have all parts...
... steps to the need for the moisture sensing system to back. NOTE: You may clog different parts of a water softener is level. If dryer is closed. Repeat from side to adjust legs up or down, and check again for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. q Check...supply cord installation, plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. • Dryer door is not level, prop up using a wood block, use of the water system, which will reduce product performance. q If you have all parts...
Installation Guide
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single handle 1. Lift off the inner door and set aside. † ® TORX is a registered trademark of dryer door frame, as shown. 3. Tools needed: 2. Remove door from the dryer door before proceeding. Position the door with a round and square-shaped doors. Rotate the strike 180° and attach to ...the opposite side of Saturn Fasteners, Inc. 18 Using a TORX T25 screwdriver, remove the 4 screws securing the door hinge to the dryer and lift up . Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 10 screws securing the inner door to the outer door. Move the door strike Min. 8" ...
single handle 1. Lift off the inner door and set aside. † ® TORX is a registered trademark of dryer door frame, as shown. 3. Tools needed: 2. Remove door from the dryer door before proceeding. Position the door with a round and square-shaped doors. Rotate the strike 180° and attach to ...the opposite side of Saturn Fasteners, Inc. 18 Using a TORX T25 screwdriver, remove the 4 screws securing the door hinge to the dryer and lift up . Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 10 screws securing the inner door to the outer door. Move the door strike Min. 8" ...
Installation Guide
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...round-shaped door - Using a TORX T25 screwdriver, remove the 2 screws securing the door strike to the outer door. 10. Remove door from the dryer door before proceeding. Secure in the holes. 2. Using a TORX T25 screwdriver, remove the 4 screws securing the door hinge to the... remove the door. 9. 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. Reinstall inner door assembly Bottom of dryer door frame, as shown. 21 Reinstall door on...
...round-shaped door - Using a TORX T25 screwdriver, remove the 2 screws securing the door strike to the outer door. 10. Remove door from the dryer door before proceeding. Secure in the holes. 2. Using a TORX T25 screwdriver, remove the 4 screws securing the door hinge to the... remove the door. 9. 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. Reinstall inner door assembly Bottom of dryer door frame, as shown. 21 Reinstall door on...