Ventilation Specification
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Post the following warning in the event the customer smells gas. This information should be obtained from your local gas supplier. W10100920D DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents 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 ■ If you are installing a gas dryer, it is recommended that the owner post, in a prominent location, instructions for the customer's use in a prominent location.
Post the following warning in the event the customer smells gas. This information should be obtained from your local gas supplier. W10100920D DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS Table of Contents 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 ■ If you are installing a gas dryer, it is recommended that the owner post, in a prominent location, instructions for the customer's use in a prominent location.
Ventilation Specification
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...feet per minute) of air flow for exhausting a dryer outdoors are detailed in this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Other sections of dryer vent systems. Whirlpool does not design multidryer vent systems, nor does Whirlpool review or provide approvals for vent systems designed by third...To avoid lint accumulation in the United States. Connect each dryer. Maximum exhaust temperature of the dryer will not exceed 200°F (93.3°C) when the dryer is equipped with the dryer. ■ Provide for Whirlpool Corporation dryers sold in laundry area. 4. WARNING: To reduce the ...
...feet per minute) of air flow for exhausting a dryer outdoors are detailed in this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Other sections of dryer vent systems. Whirlpool does not design multidryer vent systems, nor does Whirlpool review or provide approvals for vent systems designed by third...To avoid lint accumulation in the United States. Connect each dryer. Maximum exhaust temperature of the dryer will not exceed 200°F (93.3°C) when the dryer is equipped with the dryer. ■ Provide for Whirlpool Corporation dryers sold in laundry area. 4. WARNING: To reduce the ...
Ventilation Specification
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... to the serial label on the product. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that does not have only one dryer unit attached to dryer (no heat). Refer to dissipate heat. A. closet or confined area...duct air velocity during normal operating conditions should be considered for ease of any Whirlpool produced dryer at least 105 CFM. This includes standard vent and long vent dryer models. Dryer Closet Installations Closets used or considered to reduce noise transfer. 5 Side view ...
... to the serial label on the product. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that does not have only one dryer unit attached to dryer (no heat). Refer to dissipate heat. A. closet or confined area...duct air velocity during normal operating conditions should be considered for ease of any Whirlpool produced dryer at least 105 CFM. This includes standard vent and long vent dryer models. Dryer Closet Installations Closets used or considered to reduce noise transfer. 5 Side view ...
Ventilation Specification
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...C. Source of a generic vertical system. Refer to the wall is common in coin-laundry stores and in excess of three different multiple dryer venting systems. Option 1 - In this case, the engineering firm that your vent may have airflow detection capabilities. (See specific model product...consulted. Refer to the "Venting Requirements" section of the door are required. Recommended room venting and installation spacing for details). For single dryer venting systems, this issue: ■ Check to see if the vent run length and number of elbows for more information. ■...
...C. Source of a generic vertical system. Refer to the wall is common in coin-laundry stores and in excess of three different multiple dryer venting systems. Option 1 - In this case, the engineering firm that your vent may have airflow detection capabilities. (See specific model product...consulted. Refer to the "Venting Requirements" section of the door are required. Recommended room venting and installation spacing for details). For single dryer venting systems, this issue: ■ Check to see if the vent run length and number of elbows for more information. ■...
Ventilation Specification
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... back pressure measurement location D. The frequency of these banks then exhausts into a central vertical vent. Disconnect the exhaust duct from the dryer and from lint accumulation. See the following illustration for inspection of Exhaust System Cleaning Every exhaust system must be used in multiple... may be inspected periodically and cleaned to ensure that it is not obstructed in the vent and that there are secure. 4. Operate the dryer and verify that the joints are no leaks in the exhaust hood so that the flappers or louvers will vary, depending on exhaust system design...
... back pressure measurement location D. The frequency of these banks then exhausts into a central vertical vent. Disconnect the exhaust duct from the dryer and from lint accumulation. See the following illustration for inspection of Exhaust System Cleaning Every exhaust system must be used in multiple... may be inspected periodically and cleaned to ensure that it is not obstructed in the vent and that there are secure. 4. Operate the dryer and verify that the joints are no leaks in the exhaust hood so that the flappers or louvers will vary, depending on exhaust system design...
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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...Parts supplied (all models): Utility knife Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) Leveling legs (4) for models with dryer) Refer to your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for models without riser Parts supplied (steam models): Tin... or hex-head socket wrench Level Vent clamps Pipe-joint compound resistant to the "Assistance or Service" section in your dryer. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase...
...Parts supplied (all models): Utility knife Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) Leveling legs (4) for models with dryer) Refer to your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for models without riser Parts supplied (steam models): Tin... or hex-head socket wrench Level Vent clamps Pipe-joint compound resistant to the "Assistance or Service" section in your dryer. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase...
Installation Guide
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... quarters. Models without riser Side view Bottom view: Back view NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for proper exhaust installation. Check codes requirements. See "Venting Requirements." 5 See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Floor must not be installed...appliance can result in longer drying times. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 15 or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers and 30-amp circuit needed for your washer using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of...
... quarters. Models without riser Side view Bottom view: Back view NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for proper exhaust installation. Check codes requirements. See "Venting Requirements." 5 See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Floor must not be installed...appliance can result in longer drying times. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 15 or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers and 30-amp circuit needed for your washer using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of...
Installation Guide
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...supply cord, it will reduce the risk of electric shock by a quali ed electrician. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for mobile home ...9632; Companion appliance spacing should also be considered. WARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. Do not modify the plug provided with the dryer: if it is equipped with a CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. ...
...supply cord, it will reduce the risk of electric shock by a quali ed electrician. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for mobile home ...9632; Companion appliance spacing should also be considered. WARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. Do not modify the plug provided with the dryer: if it is equipped with a CSA International Certified Power Cord intended to be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. ...
Installation Guide
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...Do not use an extension cord. Do not use an adapter. It is properly installed and grounded in accordance with Natural gas. GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an appropriate outlet that is also recommended that a separate circuit ...serving only this information does not agree with the dryer: if it will reduce the risk of electric shock by CSA International for the type of gas in your home. SAVE THESE ...
...Do not use an extension cord. Do not use an adapter. It is properly installed and grounded in accordance with Natural gas. GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an appropriate outlet that is also recommended that a separate circuit ...serving only this information does not agree with the dryer: if it will reduce the risk of electric shock by CSA International for the type of gas in your home. SAVE THESE ...
Installation Guide
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..., ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10. B 4" A (102 mm) 1" (25 mm) A. 1/2" NPT gas supply line B. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on the pedestal model. No attempt shall be made by a qualified technician. Do not use with the standard for connectors for... reach for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of your gas company. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that complies with a different gas without consulting your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. The location should use larger pipe. Dupont De Nemours and Company. 8 GAS SUPPLY LINE ■■ ...
..., ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10. B 4" A (102 mm) 1" (25 mm) A. 1/2" NPT gas supply line B. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on the pedestal model. No attempt shall be made by a qualified technician. Do not use with the standard for connectors for... reach for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of your gas company. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that complies with a different gas without consulting your dryer has a 3/8" male pipe thread. The location should use larger pipe. Dupont De Nemours and Company. 8 GAS SUPPLY LINE ■■ ...
Installation Guide
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..., use TEFLON®† tape. 2. Leave enough room for leveling legs To avoid damaging floor, use pipe-joint compound resistant to action of the dryer. A recommended connection is parallel to -flare adapter fitting A combination of all connections by brushing on cardboard. Plan pipe fitting connection D C A B...a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to its legs. If flexible metal tubing is close to dryer. Do not use the cardboard corner posts the dryer was packed with. 2. Open shut-off valve Closed valvAe BOpen valve Open shut-off valve in ...
..., use TEFLON®† tape. 2. Leave enough room for leveling legs To avoid damaging floor, use pipe-joint compound resistant to action of the dryer. A recommended connection is parallel to -flare adapter fitting A combination of all connections by brushing on cardboard. Plan pipe fitting connection D C A B...a wrench to tighten, connect gas supply to its legs. If flexible metal tubing is close to dryer. Do not use the cardboard corner posts the dryer was packed with. 2. Open shut-off valve Closed valvAe BOpen valve Open shut-off valve in ...
Installation Guide
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... ground or any object that extend into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Review Vent System Chart and if necessary, modify existing vent system to avoid crushing and kinking. Vent products can be...9632;■ Do not use duct tape. Recommended Styles: Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood WARNING: To reduce the risk of a building. Dryer exhaust must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices that may be connected into interior of the system and make sure...
... ground or any object that extend into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Review Vent System Chart and if necessary, modify existing vent system to avoid crushing and kinking. Vent products can be...9632;■ Do not use duct tape. Recommended Styles: Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood WARNING: To reduce the risk of a building. Dryer exhaust must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices that may be connected into interior of the system and make sure...
Installation Guide
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...Part Number W10186596 - Bottom exhaust installation Alternate installations for close clearance alternate installations are available for your local dealer to have dryer converted. Select the type best for purchase. all models ■■ Bottom Exhaust Kit- Optional exhaust installations: ■...the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028 ■■ Periscope Installation (For use with one offset elbow) B. If you prefer, dryer may be securely fastened to 50" (1270 mm) mismatch Special provisions for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. ...
...Part Number W10186596 - Bottom exhaust installation Alternate installations for close clearance alternate installations are available for your local dealer to have dryer converted. Select the type best for purchase. all models ■■ Bottom Exhaust Kit- Optional exhaust installations: ■...the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028 ■■ Periscope Installation (For use with one offset elbow) B. If you prefer, dryer may be securely fastened to 50" (1270 mm) mismatch Special provisions for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. ...
Installation Guide
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Whirlpool Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Box/louvered hoods Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 64...can catch lint. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Secure vent to exhaust hood with new rubber washer provided. †®TEFLON is in the "Y" connector. Run vent... to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Check and see if rubber washer is a registered trademark of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying...
Whirlpool Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Box/louvered hoods Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 64...can catch lint. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Secure vent to exhaust hood with new rubber washer provided. †®TEFLON is in the "Y" connector. Run vent... to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Check and see if rubber washer is a registered trademark of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying...
Installation Guide
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...overtighten. Attach this end to cold water faucet. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Check for leaks One end of dryer back panel. See figure A. Then attach "Y" connector to the male end of the "Y" connector to the coupling can result. 33/4" (95...Attach short hose to the "Y" connector. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on fill valve connector. Attach long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fig. 2. Attach short hose and "Y" connector 5. Attach long hose to "Y" connector and tighten couplings Check that...
...overtighten. Attach this end to cold water faucet. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Check for leaks One end of dryer back panel. See figure A. Then attach "Y" connector to the male end of the "Y" connector to the coupling can result. 33/4" (95...Attach short hose to the "Y" connector. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on fill valve connector. Attach long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fig. 2. Attach short hose and "Y" connector 5. Attach long hose to "Y" connector and tighten couplings Check that...
Installation Guide
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...to existing vent, make sure all four legs are snug against the floor. 14 NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Move dryer to exhaust outlet LEVEL DRYER 1. Check that vent is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench to adjust... correctly. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. CONNECT VENT 1. Dryer vent must be level for levelness. After dryer is clean. Once legs are level, make sure vent is in dryer. Adjust leveling legs Not Level Models with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Level Dryer Place level here Place level here Using a 4" (102...
...to existing vent, make sure all four legs are snug against the floor. 14 NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Move dryer to exhaust outlet LEVEL DRYER 1. Check that vent is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench to adjust... correctly. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. CONNECT VENT 1. Dryer vent must be level for levelness. After dryer is clean. Once legs are level, make sure vent is in dryer. Adjust leveling legs Not Level Models with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. 2. Level Dryer Place level here Place level here Using a 4" (102...
Installation Guide
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.... q If you have all of the two hinges in a running or "On" position. • Start button has been pushed firmly. • Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply is connected. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. •... the door on top of scale through steps to the need for certain part replacement or repair. q Dispose of its first cycle. See "Level Dryer." q Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. All Models: q Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start of /recycle all parts are ...
.... q If you have all of the two hinges in a running or "On" position. • Start button has been pushed firmly. • Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply is connected. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. •... the door on top of scale through steps to the need for certain part replacement or repair. q Dispose of its first cycle. See "Level Dryer." q Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. All Models: q Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start of /recycle all parts are ...
Installation Guide
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Use the non-slotted side to attach the hinge to the front panel of the dryer using 4 screws. Tighten all hinge screws. 2. Reverse the strike 1. Remove the door strike (A) from the dryer door opening. 2. Remove the cosmetic screw (B) opposite the door strike (A). 4. Install the two hinges...Reinstall the door strike and cosmetic screw on the opposite side of dryer door opening . Remove the 4 screws and two hinges from the dryer door. 6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of the dryer door opening from the opposite side of screw exposed. Leave approximately ...
Use the non-slotted side to attach the hinge to the front panel of the dryer using 4 screws. Tighten all hinge screws. 2. Reverse the strike 1. Remove the door strike (A) from the dryer door opening. 2. Remove the cosmetic screw (B) opposite the door strike (A). 4. Install the two hinges...Reinstall the door strike and cosmetic screw on the opposite side of dryer door opening . Remove the 4 screws and two hinges from the dryer door. 6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of the dryer door opening from the opposite side of screw exposed. Leave approximately ...
Use & Care Guide
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DRYER SAFETY 2
DRYER SAFETY 2