Installation Guide
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...Putty knife You will need: ■■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to LP gas Parts supplied: Tape measure Vent clamps Level Pliers Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in garages... sleeping quarters. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Check code requirements. Contact your dryer. See "Venting Requirements." Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Tools needed : Check local codes. Location Requirements Adjustable wrench that all installations...
...Putty knife You will need: ■■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to LP gas Parts supplied: Tape measure Vent clamps Level Pliers Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in garages... sleeping quarters. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Check code requirements. Contact your dryer. See "Venting Requirements." Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in dryer drum. Tools needed : Check local codes. Location Requirements Adjustable wrench that all installations...
Installation Guide
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...separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for the exhaust vent with elbow. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for gas dryers. ■■ If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either ...) 273/4" (705 mm) 133/4" (349 mm) 273/4" (705 mm) A B A. capacity washer) or 1½" (38 mm) (to support dryer and a total weight (dryer and load) of an automatic cycle. Check code requirements. Wide opening hamper door Installation Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm) 48 ...
...separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for the exhaust vent with elbow. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for gas dryers. ■■ If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either ...) 273/4" (705 mm) 133/4" (349 mm) 273/4" (705 mm) A B A. capacity washer) or 1½" (38 mm) (to support dryer and a total weight (dryer and load) of an automatic cycle. Check code requirements. Wide opening hamper door Installation Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm) 48 ...
Installation Guide
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... Companion appliance spacing should also be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. grounding conductor can result in conformance with the dryer: if it is recommended that is properly installed and grounded in length. Mobile home - Be sure wall receptacle is suitable for ... reference the "Assistance or Service" section of the "Use and Care Guide." ■■ Special provisions must be plugged into the dryer. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP - WARNING: Improper connection of the "Use and Care Guide." In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will not ...
... Companion appliance spacing should also be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. grounding conductor can result in conformance with the dryer: if it is recommended that is properly installed and grounded in length. Mobile home - Be sure wall receptacle is suitable for ... reference the "Assistance or Service" section of the "Use and Care Guide." ■■ Special provisions must be plugged into the dryer. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP - WARNING: Improper connection of the "Use and Care Guide." In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will not ...
Installation Guide
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...shall be made to the floor. Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Hold-down on its final location. Now stand the dryer on cardboard. 2. IMPORTANT: The gas installation must have the correct burner for LP (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion. ■■...NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. ft. ft. For mobile home use with Natural Gas. Prepare dryer for use a large flat piece of cardboard from bottom of foot is equipped for leveling legs To avoid damaging floor, use with a different...
...shall be made to the floor. Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Hold-down on its final location. Now stand the dryer on cardboard. 2. IMPORTANT: The gas installation must have the correct burner for LP (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion. ■■...NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. ft. ft. For mobile home use with Natural Gas. Prepare dryer for use a large flat piece of cardboard from bottom of foot is equipped for leveling legs To avoid damaging floor, use with a different...
Installation Guide
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... permit. ■■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas connection to the dryer (see illustration). ■■ Must include a shut-off valve: In the U.S.A.: An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within...gas supply line with a listed flexible gas connector that resist the action of E.I. Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between dryer pipe and 3/8" approved tubing. ■■ Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should be used . Elevations above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m): ...
... permit. ■■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas connection to the dryer (see illustration). ■■ Must include a shut-off valve: In the U.S.A.: An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed within...gas supply line with a listed flexible gas connector that resist the action of E.I. Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between dryer pipe and 3/8" approved tubing. ■■ Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should be used . Elevations above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m): ...
Installation Guide
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...shock. ■■ 120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- Do not modify the plug provided with all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be provided. Review "Vent System Chart" and, if necessary, modify existing vent system to follow these instructions can result in ...metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to whether the dryer is equipped with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. SAVE THESE...
...shock. ■■ 120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- Do not modify the plug provided with all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be provided. Review "Vent System Chart" and, if necessary, modify existing vent system to follow these instructions can result in ...metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to whether the dryer is equipped with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. SAVE THESE...
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Recommended Styles: Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from ground or any object that extend into interior of the dryer. Dryer B. Elbow C. Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. B Louvered hood Acceptable Style: Box hood Angled hood Elbows: ■■ 45...
Recommended Styles: Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from ground or any object that extend into interior of the dryer. Dryer B. Elbow C. Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. B Louvered hood Acceptable Style: Box hood Angled hood Elbows: ■■ 45...
Installation Guide
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...-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in "Vent System Chart." Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Special provisions for mobile home installations... -clearance installations are available for purchase. Select the type best for close elbow 4396007RW Through-the-wall vent cap 4396008RP 4" steel dryer venting clamps - 2 pack 8212662 Flush mounting louvered vent hood 4" Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that will provide...
...-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in "Vent System Chart." Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Special provisions for mobile home installations... -clearance installations are available for purchase. Select the type best for close elbow 4396007RW Through-the-wall vent cap 4396008RP 4" steel dryer venting clamps - 2 pack 8212662 Flush mounting louvered vent hood 4" Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that will provide...
Installation Guide
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... trademark of all joints. Secure vent to seal all non-flared male fittings. valve is open when handle is used to connect dryer to existing gas line. Correct any leaks found. 12 †®TEFLON is shown. Avoid 90° turns. Open shut-...kinks. Then, test all connections by brushing on threads of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company. Connect vent to exhaust hood A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer pipe C C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting A combination of vent Box/louvered, or Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 120 ft. (36...
... trademark of all joints. Secure vent to seal all non-flared male fittings. valve is open when handle is used to connect dryer to existing gas line. Correct any leaks found. 12 †®TEFLON is shown. Avoid 90° turns. Open shut-...kinks. Then, test all connections by brushing on threads of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company. Connect vent to exhaust hood A B A. 3/8" flexible gas connector B. 3/8" dryer pipe C C. 3/8" to 3/8" pipe elbow D. 3/8" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting A combination of vent Box/louvered, or Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 120 ft. (36...
Installation Guide
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...cancel cycle and close the door. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. After dryer is clean. If dryer is first used. q Dispose of your "Use and Care Guide." q Check dryer's final location. q Read "Dryer Use" in dryer. q When the dryer has been running for levelness. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 13 Connect ...Vent 1. Complete Installation Checklist q Check that you feel for the moisture sensing system to exhaust outlet in your tools. Dryer vent must be level for heat. If you have all parts are snug against the floor before tightening them. This odor is common...
...cancel cycle and close the door. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. After dryer is clean. If dryer is first used. q Dispose of your "Use and Care Guide." q Check dryer's final location. q Read "Dryer Use" in dryer. q When the dryer has been running for levelness. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 13 Connect ...Vent 1. Complete Installation Checklist q Check that you feel for the moisture sensing system to exhaust outlet in your tools. Dryer vent must be level for heat. If you have all parts are snug against the floor before tightening them. This odor is common...
Installation Guide
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... hinges Place towel on top of hinges. 3. Set door (handle side up) on this page. 2. Remove top screws from dryer cabinet side of dryer to avoid damaging the surface. Remove screws from dryer cabinet side of dryer. Remove bottom screws If your door is helpful. 29" Super Wide Side-Swing Door 1. Open... dryer door. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet. 4. Pull door forward off top screws NOTE: Magnetized screwdriver is the 27" Wide Side-Swing Door with Glass, go to steps 1-13...
... hinges Place towel on top of hinges. 3. Set door (handle side up) on this page. 2. Remove top screws from dryer cabinet side of dryer to avoid damaging the surface. Remove screws from dryer cabinet side of dryer. Remove bottom screws If your door is helpful. 29" Super Wide Side-Swing Door 1. Open... dryer door. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet. 4. Pull door forward off top screws NOTE: Magnetized screwdriver is the 27" Wide Side-Swing Door with Glass, go to steps 1-13...
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... screws. 15 5. Flip door over Remove screws at the bottom of outer door and lift to separate it back down . 9. Reattach outer door panel to dryer door so that the larger hole is down on door seal or plastic door catches. 6. Switch door catch, bezel, & plug Flip door over towel on... dryer, grasp sides of the hinge. Holding door over so handle side is at top, bottom, and side of the inner door by squeezing and pulling/...
... screws. 15 5. Flip door over Remove screws at the bottom of outer door and lift to separate it back down . 9. Reattach outer door panel to dryer door so that the larger hole is down on door seal or plastic door catches. 6. Switch door catch, bezel, & plug Flip door over towel on... dryer, grasp sides of the hinge. Holding door over so handle side is at top, bottom, and side of the inner door by squeezing and pulling/...
Installation Guide
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... slot is needed to adjust alignment. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door 1. Tighten screws. Place towel on dryer Place towel on top of dryer to gently remove 4 hinge hole plugs on left side of dryer cabinet. Remove door strike and door strike plug 12. Insert screws in hinge holes on opposite side of... dryer cabinet. Check door strike alignment Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to avoid damaging the surface. 16 Transfer plugs into the bottom holes on left or ...
... slot is needed to adjust alignment. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door 1. Tighten screws. Place towel on dryer Place towel on top of dryer to gently remove 4 hinge hole plugs on left side of dryer cabinet. Remove door strike and door strike plug 12. Insert screws in hinge holes on opposite side of... dryer cabinet. Check door strike alignment Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to avoid damaging the surface. 16 Transfer plugs into the bottom holes on left or ...
Installation Guide
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Remove screws from hinges Rotate outer door 180º and set it from hinge screws as they are in dryer cabinet are different sizes. Be certain to door. 17 Remove screws attaching hinges to keep cardboard spacer centered between doors. NOTE: Do not pry apart ... just removed. Reattach outer door panel to separate it back down . Keep door screws separate from inner door. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet side of hinge slot. Insert 6 door screws. 7. Lift door off screws. Holding door over so handle side is on inner door. Rotate outer door...
Remove screws from hinges Rotate outer door 180º and set it from hinge screws as they are in dryer cabinet are different sizes. Be certain to door. 17 Remove screws attaching hinges to keep cardboard spacer centered between doors. NOTE: Do not pry apart ... just removed. Reattach outer door panel to separate it back down . Keep door screws separate from inner door. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet side of hinge slot. Insert 6 door screws. 7. Lift door off screws. Holding door over so handle side is on inner door. Rotate outer door...
Installation Guide
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...bottom holes on left side of the hinge. 9. Transfer plugs to reinstall door. Tighten screws halfway. Close door and check that attach 2 plugs on dryer cabinet NOTE: 2 people may be needed , slide door catch left side. Insert and tighten top screws in hinge holes on the left or right ...within slot to dryer door so that the larger hole is over screws. Check door strike alignment Reattach door hinges to adjust alignment. 18 Tighten screws. If it is...
...bottom holes on left side of the hinge. 9. Transfer plugs to reinstall door. Tighten screws halfway. Close door and check that attach 2 plugs on dryer cabinet NOTE: 2 people may be needed , slide door catch left side. Insert and tighten top screws in hinge holes on the left or right ...within slot to dryer door so that the larger hole is over screws. Check door strike alignment Reattach door hinges to adjust alignment. 18 Tighten screws. If it is...
Installation Guide
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Pull door forward off top screws Flip door over Open dryer door. Remove top screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. Remove screws from dryer cabinet side of dryer to door. 5. Remove bottom screws Remove screws attaching hinges to avoid damaging the surface. 2. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door with ...towel on top of hinges. 3. Flip door over so handle side is down. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet. 19 Lift door until top screws in dryer cabinet are in large part of dryer. Set door (handle side up) on top of hinge slot. Loosen (do not remove) top screws...
Pull door forward off top screws Flip door over Open dryer door. Remove top screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. Remove screws from dryer cabinet side of dryer to door. 5. Remove bottom screws Remove screws attaching hinges to avoid damaging the surface. 2. 27" Wide Model Side-Swing Door with ...towel on top of hinges. 3. Flip door over so handle side is down. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet. 19 Lift door until top screws in dryer cabinet are in large part of dryer. Set door (handle side up) on top of hinge slot. Loosen (do not remove) top screws...
Installation Guide
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... from hinge screws as they are different sizes. 7. Attach door hinges Remove screws at the bottom of door (4 screws). Keep door screws separate from dryer cabinet. Be certain to inner door panel so handle is at top, bottom, and side of the hinge. 10. Remove screws from outer door. ... hole where door strike label was removed and secure with screw. Separate inner from outer door Holding door over towel on dryer, pry inner door and lift to dryer door so that the larger hole is on the side where hinges were just removed. Rotate outer door Reattach door hinges ...
... from hinge screws as they are different sizes. 7. Attach door hinges Remove screws at the bottom of door (4 screws). Keep door screws separate from dryer cabinet. Be certain to inner door panel so handle is at top, bottom, and side of the hinge. 10. Remove screws from outer door. ... hole where door strike label was removed and secure with screw. Separate inner from outer door Holding door over towel on dryer, pry inner door and lift to dryer door so that the larger hole is on the side where hinges were just removed. Rotate outer door Reattach door hinges ...
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... may be needed , slide door catch left or right within slot to reinstall door. Tighten screws. Insert and tighten top screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet Close door and check that attach 2 plugs on left side. Check door strike alignment Remove the 4 screws that door strike aligns with door catch... using the same 4 screws. 12. Slide door up so screws are in bottom of a service call. Tighten screws halfway. Position door so large end of dryer cabinet.
... may be needed , slide door catch left or right within slot to reinstall door. Tighten screws. Insert and tighten top screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet Close door and check that attach 2 plugs on left side. Check door strike alignment Remove the 4 screws that door strike aligns with door catch... using the same 4 screws. 12. Slide door up so screws are in bottom of a service call. Tighten screws halfway. Position door so large end of dryer cabinet.