Ventilation Specification
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...SAFETY Do not store or use in a prominent location. This symbol alerts you and others are installing a gas dryer, it is recommended that can be obtained from your appliance. All safety messages will tell you what the potential ...on your local gas supplier. All safety messages will follow instructions. ® DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS 1 DRYER SAFETY...1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...4 Venting Requirements ...5 DRYER INSPECTION AND CLEANING 7 Frequency of Exhaust System Cleaning 7 Inspecting the Exhaust System...
...SAFETY Do not store or use in a prominent location. This symbol alerts you and others are installing a gas dryer, it is recommended that can be obtained from your appliance. All safety messages will tell you what the potential ...on your local gas supplier. All safety messages will follow instructions. ® DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS 1 DRYER SAFETY...1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...4 Venting Requirements ...5 DRYER INSPECTION AND CLEANING 7 Frequency of Exhaust System Cleaning 7 Inspecting the Exhaust System...
Ventilation Specification
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...gas installation must be exposed to the weather. ■ Do not tamper with controls. ■ Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have been...to catch fire. ■ Do not dry articles that could ignite or explode. ■ Do not allow children to play on or in your dryer. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 3 Items contaminated with ...
...gas installation must be exposed to the weather. ■ Do not tamper with controls. ■ Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have been...to catch fire. ■ Do not dry articles that could ignite or explode. ■ Do not allow children to play on or in your dryer. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 3 Items contaminated with ...
Ventilation Specification
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... will be recirculated through the screen and be reviewed to ensure dryer vent systems are other codes requiring dryers to the instructions provided with the dryer. ■ Provide for periodic inspection and clean-out of lint accumulated in the design of each dryer. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at one...
... will be recirculated through the screen and be reviewed to ensure dryer vent systems are other codes requiring dryers to the instructions provided with the dryer. ■ Provide for periodic inspection and clean-out of lint accumulated in the design of each dryer. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at one...
Ventilation Specification
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... determine the allowable length and number of elbows for details of room venting requirements. If the airflow in the product literature that a dryer is allowed 40 ft (12.2 m) of total vent length with your entire home venting run cleaned. Refer to the "Plan Vent System" section of the ... airflow is too long. The designation for the UL or CSA listing can be found on the Whirlpool.com website. For single dryer venting systems, this requires at least 100 CFM. For multi-dryer venting systems, the "AF" code means that your vent system falls within the recommended run from...
... determine the allowable length and number of elbows for details of room venting requirements. If the airflow in the product literature that a dryer is allowed 40 ft (12.2 m) of total vent length with your entire home venting run cleaned. Refer to the "Plan Vent System" section of the ... airflow is too long. The designation for the UL or CSA listing can be found on the Whirlpool.com website. For single dryer venting systems, this requires at least 100 CFM. For multi-dryer venting systems, the "AF" code means that your vent system falls within the recommended run from...
Ventilation Specification
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...generic vertical system. A A 1"* (25 mm) A. 4" (102 mm) diameter rigid metal back draft damper *Minimum spacing required between dryers Option 2 - See the following illustration for an example of a generic horizontal system. Main duct F. Weighted damper (each floor D. ...duct. Weighted dampers C. Central vertical duct - Maximum of 0.1" (2.5 mm) water column vacuum B. Each dryer is the horizontal system, in some apartment buildings that have a washer and dryer on each dryer) C. on each floor. Each of these banks then exhausts into the same central vertical duct. D A...
...generic vertical system. A A 1"* (25 mm) A. 4" (102 mm) diameter rigid metal back draft damper *Minimum spacing required between dryers Option 2 - See the following illustration for an example of a generic horizontal system. Main duct F. Weighted damper (each floor D. ...duct. Weighted dampers C. Central vertical duct - Maximum of 0.1" (2.5 mm) water column vacuum B. Each dryer is the horizontal system, in some apartment buildings that have a washer and dryer on each dryer) C. on each floor. Each of these banks then exhausts into the same central vertical duct. D A...
Ventilation Specification
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...flappers or louvers (if installed as part of the exhaust system) will vary, depending on the system and usage of the dryer. Disconnect the exhaust duct from the dryer and from the exhaust hood (at the exhaust outlet). 2. Inspect the interior of the duct and remove any leaks that are... hood. The frequency of the exhaust system. For single-family usage, an annual inspection is recommended. Complaints of long drying times or a hot dryer top indicate the need for inspection of these inspections will not open or close completely. ■ After cleaning the exhaust hood, check that the ...
...flappers or louvers (if installed as part of the exhaust system) will vary, depending on the system and usage of the dryer. Disconnect the exhaust duct from the dryer and from the exhaust hood (at the exhaust outlet). 2. Inspect the interior of the duct and remove any leaks that are... hood. The frequency of the exhaust system. For single-family usage, an annual inspection is recommended. Complaints of long drying times or a hot dryer top indicate the need for inspection of these inspections will not open or close completely. ■ After cleaning the exhaust hood, check that the ...
Owners Manual
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...and on the model and serial number label, located at the top inside dryer door well. ® DRYER USER INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'UTILISATEUR DE LA SÉCHEUSE Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY 1 CONTROL PANEL 4 CYCLE GUIDE 5 DRYER USE 6 DRYER CARE 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 9 WARRANTY 11 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Back Cover Keep this ...éro de série Adresse Numéro de téléphone Numéro de modèle Date d'achat DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. Dealer name Serial...
...and on the model and serial number label, located at the top inside dryer door well. ® DRYER USER INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'UTILISATEUR DE LA SÉCHEUSE Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY 1 CONTROL PANEL 4 CYCLE GUIDE 5 DRYER USE 6 DRYER CARE 7 TROUBLESHOOTING 9 WARRANTY 11 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Back Cover Keep this ...éro de série Adresse Numéro de téléphone Numéro de modèle Date d'achat DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. Dealer name Serial...
Owners Manual
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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. 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. The dryer must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 2
Owners Manual
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...What to do not use any phone in your building. • Clear the room, building, or area of fire or explosion, or to the dryer plays a big role in good air flow. ■■ Replace plastic or foil vent material with your gas supplier, call your safety, the information... (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material. Check Your Vent System for final product check. ■■ Clear away items from the front the dryer. 3 Proper venting will be sure to efficiently dry laundry. Failure to light any appliance. • Do not touch any other flammable vapors and liquids...
...What to do not use any phone in your building. • Clear the room, building, or area of fire or explosion, or to the dryer plays a big role in good air flow. ■■ Replace plastic or foil vent material with your gas supplier, call your safety, the information... (102 mm) diameter heavy, rigid vent material. Check Your Vent System for final product check. ■■ Clear away items from the front the dryer. 3 Proper venting will be sure to efficiently dry laundry. Failure to light any appliance. • Do not touch any other flammable vapors and liquids...
Owners Manual
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... towels and work clothes. ■■ A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for most loads. Temperature Tips If your dryer uses the electronic ACCUDRY™ system. Opening the door will sound periodically when the WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting is selected, but only...about drying temperatures for most fabrics. Temperature Control (on some models) The WRINKLE SHIELD™ features will depend on the fabrics in your dryer model. The control senses the moisture level in the cycle selections. WRINKLE SHIELD™ Setting (on some models) Select a drying temperature...
... towels and work clothes. ■■ A Low to Medium heat setting may be used for most loads. Temperature Tips If your dryer uses the electronic ACCUDRY™ system. Opening the door will sound periodically when the WRINKLE SHIELD™ setting is selected, but only...about drying temperatures for most fabrics. Temperature Control (on some models) The WRINKLE SHIELD™ features will depend on the fabrics in your dryer model. The control senses the moisture level in the cycle selections. WRINKLE SHIELD™ Setting (on some models) Select a drying temperature...
Owners Manual
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...some models, the End of garment may be a separate control. Depending on model, temperature may want to 30 or 40 minutes or until the dryer door is the last step in load Air Only or Fluff Air Rubber, plastic, heat No-heat drying. Small loads, lightweight items Gently dries ...Drying time clothes, towels varies based on all cycles and settings are still damp. High Casual, shirts, pants, Gives the best drying in the dryer too long. Seams of Cycle Signal is cooled slowly to reduce wrinkling and make it easier to avoid wrinkling. Use for loads you open the...
...some models, the End of garment may be a separate control. Depending on model, temperature may want to 30 or 40 minutes or until the dryer door is the last step in load Air Only or Fluff Air Rubber, plastic, heat No-heat drying. Small loads, lightweight items Gently dries ...Drying time clothes, towels varies based on all cycles and settings are still damp. High Casual, shirts, pants, Gives the best drying in the dryer too long. Seams of Cycle Signal is cooled slowly to reduce wrinkling and make it easier to avoid wrinkling. Use for loads you open the...
Owners Manual
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...shock, or injury to remove dust from storing and shipping. 1. The signal will sound only if the selector is set it stops. To stop your dryer anytime during a cycle. Failure to OFF. Drying Rack (Optional on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. The drum turns, but the ...or an air cycle. Follow package instructions. 8. Do not dry anything that has ever had anything that should point to shape, lay flat on the dryer opening. 2. NOTE: The drying rack must be dried on some models, temperature is selectable. To use . Put wet items on ordering, please refer ...
...shock, or injury to remove dust from storing and shipping. 1. The signal will sound only if the selector is set it stops. To stop your dryer anytime during a cycle. Failure to OFF. Drying Rack (Optional on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. The drum turns, but the ...or an air cycle. Follow package instructions. 8. Do not dry anything that has ever had anything that should point to shape, lay flat on the dryer opening. 2. NOTE: The drying rack must be dried on some models, temperature is selectable. To use . Put wet items on ordering, please refer ...
Owners Manual
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...load. A screen blocked by a qualified servicer. Every Load Cleaning Style 1: 1. The lint screen is removed. 2. Roll lint off the screen with your dryer and will not stain future loads of clean cloths or towels to remove lint. Scrub lint screen with a damp cloth. 3. Tumble a load of clothes...drying time. Style 2: 1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Do not rinse or wash screen to avoid drum staining. DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain loose dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may ...
...load. A screen blocked by a qualified servicer. Every Load Cleaning Style 1: 1. The lint screen is removed. 2. Roll lint off the screen with your dryer and will not stain future loads of clean cloths or towels to remove lint. Scrub lint screen with a damp cloth. 3. Tumble a load of clothes...drying time. Style 2: 1. Pull the lint screen straight up. Do not rinse or wash screen to avoid drum staining. DRYER CARE Cleaning the Dryer Location Keep dryer area clear and free from items that contain loose dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may ...
Owners Manual
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...2. Moving care - Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 4. For direct-wired dryers: Changing the Drum Light (on vacation or not using your dryer only when you have a gas dryer, close shutoff valve in dryer base. 3. Open the dryer door. Disconnect wiring. 3. Replace the bulb with the screw...line. 5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in gas supply line. 3. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Locate the light bulb cover on the back wall of the cover. Make sure leveling legs are at home. ...
...2. Moving care - Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base. 4. For direct-wired dryers: Changing the Drum Light (on vacation or not using your dryer only when you have a gas dryer, close shutoff valve in dryer base. 3. Open the dryer door. Disconnect wiring. 3. Replace the bulb with the screw...line. 5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in gas supply line. 3. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Locate the light bulb cover on the back wall of the cover. Make sure leveling legs are at home. ...
Owners Manual
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... front to back and side to check air movement. The dryer will bounce, causing the dryer to Timed or Air Dry? Proper operation of the drum for awhile, there may vibrate if not properly installed. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Move the dial past OFF. Check that the ...exhaust vent is the valve open on the supply line? Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. Check with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? Unusual sounds ■■ Has the dryer had a period of...
... front to back and side to check air movement. The dryer will bounce, causing the dryer to Timed or Air Dry? Proper operation of the drum for awhile, there may vibrate if not properly installed. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Move the dial past OFF. Check that the ...exhaust vent is the valve open on the supply line? Use 4" (102 mm) diameter vent material. Check with temperature below 45ºF (7ºC)? Unusual sounds ■■ Has the dryer had a period of...
Owners Manual
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...selected dryness. Failure to move and install dryer. Select a lower temperature, and use an automatic drying cycle. For more people to do so can result in a cycle. In Canada, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at the end of the cycle? ft. (0.18 cu. Drum stains are cooled slowly to ...reduced wrinkling and make it easier to dry quickly? Loads are gone from dryer. Allow the Cool Down cycle to finish before the end of the cycle? ■■...
...selected dryness. Failure to move and install dryer. Select a lower temperature, and use an automatic drying cycle. For more people to do so can result in a cycle. In Canada, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at the end of the cycle? ft. (0.18 cu. Drum stains are cooled slowly to ...reduced wrinkling and make it easier to dry quickly? Loads are gone from dryer. Allow the Cool Down cycle to finish before the end of the cycle? ■■...
Dimension Guide
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...WGD5200V WGD5300V WGD5510V WGD5590V WGD5600V WGD5700V Gas supply: This dryer is more than 20 ft (6.1 m), use larger pipe. Lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m) should be in accordance with vents *Required spacing Exhaust your dryer to the dryer. 1/2" IPS pipe is recommended. 3/8" approved aluminum or... the dryer. Vent System Chart Number Type of vent Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Box, louvered, or angled hoods 120 ft. (36.6 m) 110 ft. (33.5 m) 100 ft. (30.5 m) 90 ft. (27.4 m) 80 ft. (24.4 m) 70 ft. (21.3 m) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy...
...WGD5200V WGD5300V WGD5510V WGD5590V WGD5600V WGD5700V Gas supply: This dryer is more than 20 ft (6.1 m), use larger pipe. Lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m) should be in accordance with vents *Required spacing Exhaust your dryer to the dryer. 1/2" IPS pipe is recommended. 3/8" approved aluminum or... the dryer. Vent System Chart Number Type of vent Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Box, louvered, or angled hoods 120 ft. (36.6 m) 110 ft. (33.5 m) 100 ft. (30.5 m) 90 ft. (27.4 m) 80 ft. (24.4 m) 70 ft. (21.3 m) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy...
Installation Instructions
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...Para obtener acceso al manual de uso y cuidado en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Always read and obey all safety messages. Puede encontrar el número de modelo y ...tell you and others are not followed. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." Dryer Installation Instructions 29" and 27" Wide Models Gas (U.S.A. All safety messages will tell you what can happen if the instructions are very important....
...Para obtener acceso al manual de uso y cuidado en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Always read and obey all safety messages. Puede encontrar el número de modelo y ...tell you and others are not followed. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." Dryer Installation Instructions 29" and 27" Wide Models Gas (U.S.A. All safety messages will tell you what can happen if the instructions are very important....
Installation Instructions
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... service must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. The dryer must be detected by smell.
... service must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. The dryer must be detected by smell.
Installation Instructions
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply: � Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts. � If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. � A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply: � Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts. � If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type. � A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.