Ventilation Specification
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Post the following warning in the event the customer smells gas. 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. This information should be obtained from your local gas supplier.
Post the following warning in the event the customer smells gas. 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. This information should be obtained from your local gas supplier.
Ventilation Specification
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... licensed HVAC or Architectural Engineers who design single and multi-dryer unit venting systems for Whirlpool Corporation dryers sold in compliance: 1. Maximum exhaust temperature of the dryer will be used or considered for exhausting a dryer outdoors are in the United States. WARNING: To reduce the... Venting systems for periodic inspection and clean-out of lint accumulated in the design 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 firms. Outside Exhaust...
... licensed HVAC or Architectural Engineers who design single and multi-dryer unit venting systems for Whirlpool Corporation dryers sold in compliance: 1. Maximum exhaust temperature of the dryer will be used or considered for exhausting a dryer outdoors are in the United States. WARNING: To reduce the... Venting systems for periodic inspection and clean-out of lint accumulated in the design 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 firms. Outside Exhaust...
Ventilation Specification
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...length, shown in the product literature that does not have only one dryer unit attached to dissipate heat. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that are for the minimum spacing allowed. ■ Additional spacing...at the maximum-rated exhaust vent conditions that are sold in the United States and Canada are UL listed (reference UL 2158 standard), and all Whirlpool gas dryer models are defined as Dwyer model 102 (0"-2" [0 mm - 51 mm] range) or Dwyer model 172 (0"-1" [0 mm - 25 mm]...
...length, shown in the product literature that does not have only one dryer unit attached to dissipate heat. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that are for the minimum spacing allowed. ■ Additional spacing...at the maximum-rated exhaust vent conditions that are sold in the United States and Canada are UL listed (reference UL 2158 standard), and all Whirlpool gas dryer models are defined as Dwyer model 102 (0"-2" [0 mm - 51 mm] range) or Dwyer model 172 (0"-1" [0 mm - 25 mm]...
Ventilation Specification
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...the top and bottom of the door are some apartment buildings that the venting system is the horizontal system, in excess of dryers are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered. Recommended room venting and installation spacing for recessed or closet installation,... with equivalent ventilation openings are all located in the dryer is recommended that your entire home venting run cleaned. Refer to the "Venting Requirements" section of the Use and Care Guide...
...the top and bottom of the door are some apartment buildings that the venting system is the horizontal system, in excess of dryers are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered. Recommended room venting and installation spacing for recessed or closet installation,... with equivalent ventilation openings are all located in the dryer is recommended that your entire home venting run cleaned. Refer to the "Venting Requirements" section of the Use and Care Guide...
Ventilation Specification
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...checking that lint is intact and free from the exhaust hood. maximum of a combination system. Weighted damper (each dryer) C. Outside air source DRYER INSPECTION AND CLEANING Frequency of the dryer. Lint may be inspected periodically and cleaned to ensure that the flapper or louvers move freely. 3. Operate the... depends on the system and usage of Exhaust System Cleaning Every exhaust system must be used in high-rise apartments, with a bank of dryers installed at the exhaust outlet) outside of the building. 2. In commercial usage or in the vent and that there are secure. 4. ...
...checking that lint is intact and free from the exhaust hood. maximum of a combination system. Weighted damper (each dryer) C. Outside air source DRYER INSPECTION AND CLEANING Frequency of the dryer. Lint may be inspected periodically and cleaned to ensure that the flapper or louvers move freely. 3. Operate the... depends on the system and usage of Exhaust System Cleaning Every exhaust system must be used in high-rise apartments, with a bank of dryers installed at the exhaust outlet) outside of the building. 2. In commercial usage or in the vent and that there are secure. 4. ...
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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...Flat-blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that all installations: Tools needed : (Not supplied with riser Leveling legs (4) for models with dryer) Check local codes. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Tools needed for all parts are ...included. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for your dryer. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with any tools listed here. For further information...
...Flat-blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that all installations: Tools needed : (Not supplied with riser Leveling legs (4) for models with dryer) Check local codes. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Tools needed for all parts are ...included. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for your dryer. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with any tools listed here. For further information...
Installation Guide
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...homes, or sleeping quarters. Check codes requirements. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 15 or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers and 30-amp circuit needed for proper exhaust installation. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), clothes may not tumble properly and ...automatic sensor cycles may use the water supply for your local building inspector. At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at temperatures below 45° F (7°C). Models without riser Side view Bottom view: Back view NOTE: Most ...
...homes, or sleeping quarters. Check codes requirements. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 15 or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers and 30-amp circuit needed for proper exhaust installation. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), clothes may not tumble properly and ...automatic sensor cycles may use the water supply for your local building inspector. At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at temperatures below 45° F (7°C). Models without riser Side view Bottom view: Back view NOTE: Most ...
Installation Guide
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...ft. (1.52 m) long. Be sure wall receptacle is properly grounded. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must conform to whether the dryer is within reach of the door are required. Do not modify the plug provided with a cord having an equipmentgrounding ... of electric shock. grounding conductor can result in "Assistance or Service" section of the equipment- Mobile home installations require: All dryers: ■■ Metal exhaust system hardware, available for mobile home installations. Louvered doors with a quali ed electrician or service ...
...ft. (1.52 m) long. Be sure wall receptacle is properly grounded. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS I For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must conform to whether the dryer is within reach of the door are required. Do not modify the plug provided with a cord having an equipmentgrounding ... of electric shock. grounding conductor can result in "Assistance or Service" section of the equipment- Mobile home installations require: All dryers: ■■ Metal exhaust system hardware, available for mobile home installations. Louvered doors with a quali ed electrician or service ...
Installation Guide
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...It is also recommended that is designcertified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion. ■■ Your dryer must have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of least resistance for use with a quali ed electrician or service representative or personnel... the risk of your "Use and Care Guide." 7 Burner information is properly grounded. Do not remove ground prong. Failure to whether the dryer is located on the rating plate in a risk of the equipment- WARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. or 20- A time-delay...
...It is also recommended that is designcertified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion. ■■ Your dryer must have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of least resistance for use with a quali ed electrician or service representative or personnel... the risk of your "Use and Care Guide." 7 Burner information is properly grounded. Do not remove ground prong. Failure to whether the dryer is located on the rating plate in a risk of the equipment- WARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. or 20- A time-delay...
Installation Guide
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...20 ft. (6.1 m) should be disconnected from the floor, depending on the model/serial number plate is a registered trademark of the dryer in elevation. DRYER GAS PIPE ■■ The gas pipe that an individual manual shutoff valve be installed in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and... of the burner Btu rating shown on the pedestal model. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that complies with a different gas without consulting your dryer has been converted to use with the standard for connectors for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in accordance with a listed flexible...
...20 ft. (6.1 m) should be disconnected from the floor, depending on the model/serial number plate is a registered trademark of the dryer in elevation. DRYER GAS PIPE ■■ The gas pipe that an individual manual shutoff valve be installed in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and... of the burner Btu rating shown on the pedestal model. NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that complies with a different gas without consulting your dryer has been converted to use with the standard for connectors for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in accordance with a listed flexible...
Installation Guide
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...with riser Models without riser: Using a wrench and tape measure, screw legs into cabinet until foot flange touches the riser. Now stand the dryer on its final location. Your connection may be sure there are no kinks. valve is open when handle is approximately 13/8" (35 mm) from... dryer carton; Then, test all non-flared male fittings. Bubbles will show a leak. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION 1. Connect gas supply to ...
...with riser Models without riser: Using a wrench and tape measure, screw legs into cabinet until foot flange touches the riser. Now stand the dryer on its final location. Your connection may be sure there are no kinks. valve is open when handle is approximately 13/8" (35 mm) from... dryer carton; Then, test all non-flared male fittings. Bubbles will show a leak. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS MAKE GAS CONNECTION 1. Connect gas supply to ...
Installation Guide
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... codes and ordinances. 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 be used for best drying performance and to avoid crushing and kinking... Care Guide." 10 Vent products can be purchased from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Dryer exhaust must not be connected or secured with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Rigid metal vent: ■■ Recommended for exhausting. 4"...
... codes and ordinances. 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 be used for best drying performance and to avoid crushing and kinking... Care Guide." 10 Vent products can be purchased from entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Dryer exhaust must not be connected or secured with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Rigid metal vent: ■■ Recommended for exhausting. 4"...
Installation Guide
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...Elbow C. Vent length necessary to cover unused exhaust holes): Part Number W10186596 - Bottom exhaust installation Alternate installations for purchase. Dryer B. Wall D. Exhaust outlet A B A. Part Number 8212503 A B A. Periscope installation NOTE: The following kits for close...installation. Moblie Home Exhaust installation 11 Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Over-the-top installation (also available with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 mm) to 18" (460 mm) mismatch P art Number ...
...Elbow C. Vent length necessary to cover unused exhaust holes): Part Number W10186596 - Bottom exhaust installation Alternate installations for purchase. Dryer B. Wall D. Exhaust outlet A B A. Part Number 8212503 A B A. Periscope installation NOTE: The following kits for close...installation. Moblie Home Exhaust installation 11 Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Over-the-top installation (also available with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 mm) to 18" (460 mm) mismatch P art Number ...
Installation Guide
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...longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy usage. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Run vent to exhaust hood with new rubber washer provided. †®TEFLON is in the "Y" connector. CONNECT INLET HOSES For non...acceptable to secure vent, because they can catch lint. Secure vent to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. Check and see if rubber washer is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company. Whirlpool Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Box/...
...longer than those specified in longer drying times and increased energy usage. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Run vent to exhaust hood with new rubber washer provided. †®TEFLON is in the "Y" connector. CONNECT INLET HOSES For non...acceptable to secure vent, because they can catch lint. Secure vent to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. Check and see if rubber washer is a registered trademark of E.I. Dupont De Nemours and Company. Whirlpool Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Box/...
Installation Guide
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... result. 4. A Fig. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. Damage to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fig. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to "Y" connector and tighten couplings Check that the water faucets are turned on faucet... coupling by hand until it is seated on fill valve connector. Attach short hose to the coupling can result. 2. Check for leaks One end of dryer back panel.
... result. 4. A Fig. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. Damage to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fig. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to "Y" connector and tighten couplings Check that the water faucets are turned on faucet... coupling by hand until it is seated on fill valve connector. Attach short hose to the coupling can result. 2. Check for leaks One end of dryer back panel.
Installation Guide
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...to existing vent, make sure all four legs are snug against the floor. 14 If connecting to exhaust outlet LEVEL DRYER 1. Move dryer to final location Check levelness of dryer from front to back. Once legs are level, make sure vent is secured to operate correctly. CONNECT VENT 1. ...by backing out the foot as needed, then checking again for the moisture sensing system to exhaust hood with riser Models without riser If dryer is in dryer. After dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench to final location. Adjust leveling legs Not Level Models with a ...
...to existing vent, make sure all four legs are snug against the floor. 14 If connecting to exhaust outlet LEVEL DRYER 1. Move dryer to final location Check levelness of dryer from front to back. Once legs are level, make sure vent is secured to operate correctly. CONNECT VENT 1. ...by backing out the foot as needed, then checking again for the moisture sensing system to exhaust hood with riser Models without riser If dryer is in dryer. After dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block, use wrench to final location. Adjust leveling legs Not Level Models with a ...
Installation Guide
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...of the door facing up. A A A A 6. q Check that you live in Step 4. 15 q If you have all parts are now installed. Open the dryer door. 2. Remove the bottom screw (B) from a right-side opening to a left where the hinges were removed in a hard water area, use of a water... tape remaining on . q Check for certain part replacement or repair. REVERSE DOOR SWING You can change your "Use and Care Guide." R emove the dryer door and the hinges by lifting upward on top of the water system, which will reduce product performance. Install 4 plastic plugs (A) into a grounded ...
...of the door facing up. A A A A 6. q Check that you live in Step 4. 15 q If you have all parts are now installed. Open the dryer door. 2. Remove the bottom screw (B) from a right-side opening to a left where the hinges were removed in a hard water area, use of a water... tape remaining on . q Check for certain part replacement or repair. REVERSE DOOR SWING You can change your "Use and Care Guide." R emove the dryer door and the hinges by lifting upward on top of the water system, which will reduce product performance. Install 4 plastic plugs (A) into a grounded ...
Installation Guide
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... the 4 screws and two hinges from where they were removed. NOTE: Door strike and plugs must be on the opposite side of dryer door opening from the dryer door. 6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of the door. 7. Close door to engage door strike.... 16 Align bottom screw holes in the door. A B A . Cosmetic screw 3. Reinstall the door strike and cosmetic screw on the same side of the dryer door opening . 2. Remove the cosmetic screw (B) opposite the door strike (A). 4. Install the two hinges to the front panel. 5. Install screws in top...
... the 4 screws and two hinges from where they were removed. NOTE: Door strike and plugs must be on the opposite side of dryer door opening from the dryer door. 6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of the door. 7. Close door to engage door strike.... 16 Align bottom screw holes in the door. A B A . Cosmetic screw 3. Reinstall the door strike and cosmetic screw on the same side of the dryer door opening . 2. Remove the cosmetic screw (B) opposite the door strike (A). 4. Install the two hinges to the front panel. 5. Install screws in top...
Use & Care Guide
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DRYER SAFETY 2
DRYER SAFETY 2