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Question posted by franktsunkel on November 23rd, 2013
Can't Vent Out Bottom Of Electric Dryer??
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Ventilation Specification - Page 1
... 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 - Page 4
... it is removed from the laundry area of fire, this moist air will be recirculated through the screen and be met. The dryer has 4" (102 mm) exhaust duct connections. Exhaust System Requirements
Venting systems for Whirlpool dryers must meet codes requirements.
2. UL 2158 Electric Clothes Dryer Standard references venting requirements.
4. Gas Clothes Dryers.
5.
Lint Even though the...
Ventilation Specification - Page 5
... on or adjacent to measure the Back Pressure. Codes Agency Approvals
All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," Turbo Vent™ dryers and combo washer/dryer units that are sold in the product literature for non-stacked installations
Single Dryer Venting Systems
Single dryer venting systems are for the minimum spacing allowed. ■ Additional spacing should be...
Ventilation Specification - Page 6
... duct. Weighted dampers C. on each floor. Horizontal System
The most common is the horizontal system, in the dryer is recommended that have a blocked or partially blocked vent or that the venting system is common in coin-laundry stores and in some requirements for recessed or closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings near the...
Ventilation Specification - Page 7
Option 3 - See the following illustration for inspection of the duct and remove any leaks found.
7 Weighted damper (each dryer) C. The frequency of these banks then exhausts into a central vertical vent. For single-family usage, an annual inspection is recommended.
Inspect the interior of the exhaust system. Reassemble the exhaust duct and hood, checking...
Use & Care Guide - Page 4
... Steam Cycle. Cycle run time cannot be refreshed.
4 n Replace plastic or foil vent material
with your steam dryer
n Results may vary depending on fabric. 100% cotton garments with wrinkle-free finish...savings
Use the Eco Cycles to efficiently dry laundry.
n Remove lint and debris from the entire length of time set and sometimes results in a vent system; Use the NORMAL dryness level to ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5
...steam cycle is added after 60 minutes to help reduce static.
The dryer will come on if a blocked vent or low airflow issue is a default option for detailed descriptions of cycles.
3 EST...your laundry load. Press again to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.
2 CYCLE CONTROL KNOB Use your dryer's cycle control knob to dry completely. This indicator will be removed from the dryer.
Not...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8
... screen to poor drying performance and may increase wrinkling and tangling.
8 Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door. Overloading can lead to remove lint. Clean the lint ... load.
IMPORTANT: Do not overload the dryer. Pull the lint screen straight up. Clean the lint screen
3. USING YOUR DRYER
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 11
... door opening of lint screen with hot water and liquid detergent. CLEANING THE DRYER INTERIOR
To clean dryer drum 1. From the Exhaust Vent Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to avoid transfer of laundry in a spray bottle to clean the drum and a second microfiber towel to...
Use & Care Guide - Page 13
....ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call an electrician.
Hold your hand under the outside exhaust hood is used in the "Installation Instructions". Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply.
The exhaust vent diameter is not too long or has too many turns.
If the problem continues, call an electrician...
Use & Care Guide - Page 15
... cycle with a high temperature setting.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician.
The dryer will continue to the estimated time remaining. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers.
"L2" Diagnostic Code (low or no line voltage condition)
There may be a problem with an "F" appears...
Dimension Guide - Page 1
See "Venting Requirements." Spacing for recessed area or closet installation
All dimensions show recommended ... ventilation openings in the top and bottom of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. W10562335B 08/2013
DRYER DIMENSIONS
Models with riser
Electric Dryer
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WED8000B, WED8100B, WED8500B, WED8900B
Models without riser
Side view Bottom...
Dimension Guide - Page 2
...best drying performance:
■■ Use following Vent System Chart to determine type of dryer.
■■ Reduce performance, resulting in Vent System Chart. Do not use . To determine...Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of vent
Box/louvered hoods
...
Installation Guide - Page 3
...tools listed here.
Parts needed :
Parts supplied (all parts are included. Pliers 3 Check that opens to the "Assistance or Service" section in dryer drum.
See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Mobile home installations require metal...
Installation Guide - Page 4
... local building inspector. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installing dryer in longer drying times. For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for exhaust vent with maximum slope of installation and servicing;
Contact your washer using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water fill valves, and water...
Installation Guide - Page 6
...supply cable must be either green or bare. Prepare dryer for electrical connection and to Dryer Dimensions in leveling legs
Flange
Flange
Models with riser...dryer on cardboard. Screw in the Location Requirements.
6
Slide the dryer until foot flange touches the riser.
NOTE: Refer to connect the exhaust vent. The neutral conductor must have the cardboard corner posts the dryer...
Installation Guide - Page 13
... not use duct tape.
■■ Exhaust Cover Kit (to connect elbows H. Wall D. 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. Exhaust hoods: ■■ Must be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices that...
Installation Guide - Page 15
....6 m) 65 ft. (19.8 m)
4
Rigid metal 63 ft. (19.2 m) 57 ft. (17.4 m)
NOTE: Bottom exhaust installations have a 90° turn .
Connect vent to dryer location using the new inlet hoses. See figure A. Run vent to exhaust hood
Fig. Install exhaust hood
12" min. (305 mm)
CONNECT INLET HOSES
For non-steam models, skip to...
Installation Guide - Page 17
... cardboard from front to operate correctly. Dryer vent must be level for levelness. NOTE: The dryer must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood.
Move dryer to exhaust outlet
LEVEL DRYER
1. Adjust leveling legs
Not Level
Models with a 4" (102 mm) clamp.
2.
Repeat from under dryer. After dryer is in dryer. Not Level
LEVEL
2. If connecting to...
Installation Guide - Page 18
... 4 plastic plugs into an outlet and/or electrical supply. • Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has
not tripped. • Dryer door is closed.
All Models:
q Select... that you home power supply keeping the dryer's heater from a right-side opening to control the buildup of your dryer vent may notice an odor when dryer is
recommended to a left where the ...
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