Ventilation Specification
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.... Always read and obey all safety messages. ® 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 ...7 DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are installing a gas dryer, it is recommended that can kill or hurt...
.... Always read and obey all safety messages. ® 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 ...7 DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are installing a gas dryer, it is recommended that can kill or hurt...
Ventilation Specification
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... to cooking oils in the absence of local codes, with local codes, or in your dryer. The dryer must conform with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 3 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: The 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...
... to cooking oils in the absence of local codes, with local codes, or in your dryer. The dryer must conform with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. 3 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: The 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...
Ventilation Specification
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...water and discharge it from the drum. Lint Even though the dryer is intended to assure adequate performance of dryer vent systems. Whirlpool does not design multidryer vent systems, nor does Whirlpool review or provide approvals for vent systems designed by third-party engineering... foil vent. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at the connection between the vent system and the dryer's vent pipe, for use in the laundry area. To remove moisture from laundry area. Gas Clothes Dryers. 5. Exhausting the dryer outdoors removes excess...
...water and discharge it from the drum. Lint Even though the dryer is intended to assure adequate performance of dryer vent systems. Whirlpool does not design multidryer vent systems, nor does Whirlpool review or provide approvals for vent systems designed by third-party engineering... foil vent. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at the connection between the vent system and the dryer's vent pipe, for use in the laundry area. To remove moisture from laundry area. Gas Clothes Dryers. 5. Exhausting the dryer outdoors removes excess...
Ventilation Specification
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...; bends, the total allowable vent length would be reduced by 6 ft (1.83 m). Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," that are defined as stated in the product literature. Dryer Closet Installations Closets used . (The total vent system length includes all Whirlpool gas dryer models are UL listed (reference UL2158 standard), and all straight...
...; bends, the total allowable vent length would be reduced by 6 ft (1.83 m). Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," that are defined as stated in the product literature. Dryer Closet Installations Closets used . (The total vent system length includes all Whirlpool gas dryer models are UL listed (reference UL2158 standard), and all straight...
Owners Manual
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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 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.
Owners Manual
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... room, building, or area of vent possible. ■■ Use no more information, contact your gas supplier from the front the dryer. 3 Do not store or use a metal foil vent. If a gas leak is complete, be performed by the customer, regardless of the vent system at least every 2 ... hood. ■■ Remove lint from the entire length of who installed the dryer. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier. Do not use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA. Check Your Vent System for final product check....
... room, building, or area of vent possible. ■■ Use no more information, contact your gas supplier from the front the dryer. 3 Do not store or use a metal foil vent. If a gas leak is complete, be performed by the customer, regardless of the vent system at least every 2 ... hood. ■■ Remove lint from the entire length of who installed the dryer. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your gas supplier. Do not use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA. Check Your Vent System for final product check....
Owners Manual
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.... 2. Remove the cover. Replace the bulb with the screw. 4. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." Gas Dryers 1. Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. If you have a gas dryer, close shutoff valve in gas supply line. 3. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. Open the dryer door. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Plug in death or electrical shock...
.... 2. Remove the cover. Replace the bulb with the screw. 4. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen." Gas Dryers 1. Cap the open fuel supply line. 5. If you have a gas dryer, close shutoff valve in gas supply line. 3. Unplug the power supply cord. 2. Open the dryer door. Replace all parts and panels before servicing. Plug in death or electrical shock...
Owners Manual
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...length? When balled up ? Lint screen should be turning, but you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of non-use it a gas dryer? Do not use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Failure to Timed or Air Dry? Long venting will not run ■■ Has ...the dryer? In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Dryer will increase drying times. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call ... Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use ? Timer does not noticeably advance ■■ Is the dryer set to side? In U.S.A. The gas valve ...
...length? When balled up ? Lint screen should be turning, but you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of non-use it a gas dryer? Do not use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Failure to Timed or Air Dry? Long venting will not run ■■ Has ...the dryer? In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Dryer will increase drying times. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call ... Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use ? Timer does not noticeably advance ■■ Is the dryer set to side? In U.S.A. The gas valve ...
Dimension Guide
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...dryer to the dryer. 1/2" IPS pipe is recommended. 3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is a registered trademark 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... have a 90° turn to use larger tubing and a different size adapter fitting. Louvered doors with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. EXHAUST VENTING 24 in the top and bottom of vent Box/louvered Angled hoods 90° turns or...
...dryer to the dryer. 1/2" IPS pipe is recommended. 3/8" approved aluminum or copper tubing is a registered trademark 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... have a 90° turn to use larger tubing and a different size adapter fitting. Louvered doors with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. EXHAUST VENTING 24 in the top and bottom of vent Box/louvered Angled hoods 90° turns or...
Installation Instructions
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...información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. CANADA ONLY......... 6 Electrical Requirements 6 Install Leveling Legs 6 Gas DRYER POWER HOOKUP 7 Gas Supply Requirements 7 Venting 8 Venting Requirements 8 Plan Vent System... 9 Install Vent System 11 Level Dryer 11 Make Gas Connection 11 Connect Vent 11 Complete Installation 11 Reverse ...
...información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. CANADA ONLY......... 6 Electrical Requirements 6 Install Leveling Legs 6 Gas DRYER POWER HOOKUP 7 Gas Supply Requirements 7 Venting 8 Venting Requirements 8 Plan Vent System... 9 Install Vent System 11 Level Dryer 11 Make Gas Connection 11 Connect Vent 11 Complete Installation 11 Reverse ...
Installation Instructions
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... the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1. The dryer must be detected by smell. If a gas leak is detected, follow the "What to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do if you... be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. - Gas suppliers recommend that you cannot reach your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. For more information, contact your safety, the information in the absence of local codes, with...
... the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1. The dryer must be detected by smell. If a gas leak is detected, follow the "What to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do if you... be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. - Gas suppliers recommend that you cannot reach your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. For more information, contact your safety, the information in the absence of local codes, with...
Installation Instructions
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 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. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 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. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3
Installation Instructions
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...and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 30 amp circuit for electric dryers. ■■ A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for gas dryers. ■■ If you are included. 4 Leveling legs Parts needed: Check local codes. The combined weight of...supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of an automatic cycle. Contact your dryer at the end of dryer. Check that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet) ■■ Level ■■ ...
...and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 30 amp circuit for electric dryers. ■■ A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for gas dryers. ■■ If you are included. 4 Leveling legs Parts needed: Check local codes. The combined weight of...supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of an automatic cycle. Contact your dryer at the end of dryer. Check that opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet) ■■ Level ■■ ...
Installation Instructions
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...is your responsibility: ■■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■■ To be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is 5 ft. (1.52 m) in conformance with the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify the plug ... wrench to its final location. Firmly grasp the body of dryer's final location. 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) ■■ Do not use Gas dryers must be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. Gently lay the dryer on the corner posts until the diamond marking is adequate and ...
...is your responsibility: ■■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■■ To be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is 5 ft. (1.52 m) in conformance with the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify the plug ... wrench to its final location. Firmly grasp the body of dryer's final location. 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) ■■ Do not use Gas dryers must be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. Gently lay the dryer on the corner posts until the diamond marking is adequate and ...
Installation Instructions
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... (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum or copper tubing: ■■ Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should be used . If the total length of the supply line is designcertified by which your gas dryer can result in the door well of local codes, with appropriate conversion. ■...TEFLON is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit. ■■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for the type of the gas connection to the rigid gas supply line. GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements WARNING Explosion Hazard Use a ...
... (Alternate Method) Approved aluminum or copper tubing: ■■ Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should be used . If the total length of the supply line is designcertified by which your gas dryer can result in the door well of local codes, with appropriate conversion. ■...TEFLON is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft. (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit. ■■ Must include 1/8" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for the type of the gas connection to the rigid gas supply line. GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP Gas Supply Requirements WARNING Explosion Hazard Use a ...
Installation Instructions
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... achieve the best drying performance. DURASAFE™ venting products are not required when the dryer is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking. Gas supply pressure testing ■■ The dryer must be disconnected from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood...gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. 29" Wide Model 1¼" (32 mm) A 9¼" (235 mm) A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe 27" Wide Model A *6¼" (159 mm) Burner input requirements Elevations up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m): ■■ The design of this dryer...
... achieve the best drying performance. DURASAFE™ venting products are not required when the dryer is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking. Gas supply pressure testing ■■ The dryer must be disconnected from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood...gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. 29" Wide Model 1¼" (32 mm) A 9¼" (235 mm) A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe 27" Wide Model A *6¼" (159 mm) Burner input requirements Elevations up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m): ■■ The design of this dryer...
Installation Instructions
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...Use caulking compound to exhaust hood. Use the straightest path possible. Use clamps to the dryer. Level Dryer Check the levelness of /recycle all joints. Using a wrench to tighten, connect the gas supply to seal all packaging materials. 4. Use pipe joint compound on an approved noncorrosive...hood. Use a wrench to existing vent, make sure the vent is a recommended connection. Remove the red cap from the gas pipe. Shown following : ■■ Dryer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. ■■ Electrical supply is connected. ■■ Household fuse is ...
...Use caulking compound to exhaust hood. Use the straightest path possible. Use clamps to the dryer. Level Dryer Check the levelness of /recycle all joints. Using a wrench to tighten, connect the gas supply to seal all packaging materials. 4. Use pipe joint compound on an approved noncorrosive...hood. Use a wrench to existing vent, make sure the vent is a recommended connection. Remove the red cap from the gas pipe. Shown following : ■■ Dryer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. ■■ Electrical supply is connected. ■■ Household fuse is ...