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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. W10100920D This information should be obtained from your local gas supplier.
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. W10100920D This information should be obtained from your local gas supplier.
Ventilation Specification
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... Requirements The following guidelines should be reviewed to aid licensed HVAC or Architectural Engineers who design single and multi-dryer unit venting systems for Whirlpool Corporation dryers sold in the system. ■ A minimum back pressure of -0.1" (-2.5 mm) water column (vacuum) ... Mechanical Code: 2009 version, sections 504 and 913. 2. Connect each dryer in the United States. To remove moisture from laundry area. ANSI Z21.5.1 - Exhaust System Requirements Venting systems for Whirlpool dryers must meet codes requirements. 2. To avoid lint accumulation in the laundry ...
... Requirements The following guidelines should be reviewed to aid licensed HVAC or Architectural Engineers who design single and multi-dryer unit venting systems for Whirlpool Corporation dryers sold in the system. ■ A minimum back pressure of -0.1" (-2.5 mm) water column (vacuum) ... Mechanical Code: 2009 version, sections 504 and 913. 2. Connect each dryer in the United States. To remove moisture from laundry area. ANSI Z21.5.1 - Exhaust System Requirements Venting systems for Whirlpool dryers must meet codes requirements. 2. To avoid lint accumulation in the laundry ...
Ventilation Specification
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... Column Additional Elbows In cases in which the Installation Instructions do not address the vent length for the specific number of any Whirlpool produced dryer at the maximum rated vent length is recommended to 30 ft [9.1 m]). Refer to determine the allowable length and number of ... of elbows for minimum clearances between the product and the enclosure surfaces. 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 United States and Canada are UL listed (reference UL 2158...
... Column Additional Elbows In cases in which the Installation Instructions do not address the vent length for the specific number of any Whirlpool produced dryer at the maximum rated vent length is recommended to 30 ft [9.1 m]). Refer to determine the allowable length and number of ... of elbows for minimum clearances between the product and the enclosure surfaces. 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 United States and Canada are UL listed (reference UL 2158...
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... generic horizontal system. 24 in.2 * (155 cm2) *Recommended spacing. 3"* (76 mm) 1"* (25 mm) "AF" Code Certain electronic dryer models have airflow detection capabilities. (See specific model product literature for details). Recommended room venting and installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with .... Refer to the "Venting Requirements" section of the Use and Care Guide for an example of the door are using. Each dryer is the horizontal system, in one room and vented through a common duct. Maximum back pressure measurement location B. Barometric damper (use...
... generic horizontal system. 24 in.2 * (155 cm2) *Recommended spacing. 3"* (76 mm) 1"* (25 mm) "AF" Code Certain electronic dryer models have airflow detection capabilities. (See specific model product literature for details). Recommended room venting and installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with .... Refer to the "Venting Requirements" section of the Use and Care Guide for an example of the door are using. Each dryer is the horizontal system, in one room and vented through a common duct. Maximum back pressure measurement location B. Barometric damper (use...
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... Lint may be inspected periodically and cleaned to ensure that the joints are no leaks in high-rise apartments, with a bank of dryers installed at the exhaust outlet) outside of the exhaust system. Reassemble the exhaust duct and hood, checking that it is recommended. Each ... freely. 3. Option 3 - Combination System The combination system may collect in multiple dryer systems, a more frequent inspection is intact and free from lint accumulation. Central vertical duct - Operate the dryer and verify that lint is removed from the exhaust hood (at several different levels....
... Lint may be inspected periodically and cleaned to ensure that the joints are no leaks in high-rise apartments, with a bank of dryers installed at the exhaust outlet) outside of the exhaust system. Reassemble the exhaust duct and hood, checking that it is recommended. Each ... freely. 3. Option 3 - Combination System The combination system may collect in multiple dryer systems, a more frequent inspection is intact and free from lint accumulation. Central vertical duct - Operate the dryer and verify that lint is removed from the exhaust hood (at several different levels....
Installation Guide
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... INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 5 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS 6 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 7 Power Supply Cord Connection 8 Direct Wire Connection 10 VENTING...Vent System 14 CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY 15 CONNECT VENT 16 LEVEL DRYER 17 COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST 17 DOOR REVERSAL (OPTIONAL 18 Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.Whirlpool.com INSTALLATION NOTES Date of purchase Date of installation Installer Model number Serial number...
... INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 3 Tools and Parts 3 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 4 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 5 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS 6 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 7 Power Supply Cord Connection 8 Direct Wire Connection 10 VENTING...Vent System 14 CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODEL ONLY 15 CONNECT VENT 16 LEVEL DRYER 17 COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST 17 DOOR REVERSAL (OPTIONAL 18 Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.Whirlpool.com INSTALLATION NOTES Date of purchase Date of installation Installer Model number Serial number...
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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
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...(direct wire installations) Tin snips (new vent installations) 1/4" and 5/16" nut driver (recommended) Adjustable wrench that connect to the dryer must end in dryer drum. Check local codes. Read "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. The wires that opens to your installation...kit. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with upturned ends. ■■A UL listed strain relief. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and...
...(direct wire installations) Tin snips (new vent installations) 1/4" and 5/16" nut driver (recommended) Adjustable wrench that connect to the dryer must end in dryer drum. Check local codes. Read "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. The wires that opens to your installation...kit. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing with upturned ends. ■■A UL listed strain relief. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and...
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...or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector. Side view: Back view: NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for ease of dryer. measurement. 143/8" (365 mm) 61/2" (165 mm) 297/8"* (759 mm) 31/2"* (89 mm) 61/8"* (156 mm) 4 Also .... Contact your local building inspector. 3/4"* (18 mm) * Approx. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Check code requirements. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will be large enough to allow door to reduce noise transfer. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 1" (25 mm...
...or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector. Side view: Back view: NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for ease of dryer. measurement. 143/8" (365 mm) 61/2" (165 mm) 297/8"* (759 mm) 31/2"* (89 mm) 61/8"* (156 mm) 4 Also .... Contact your local building inspector. 3/4"* (18 mm) * Approx. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Check code requirements. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will be large enough to allow door to reduce noise transfer. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 1" (25 mm...
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... the electrical connection is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors. The wires that connect to the dryer must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard ...-circuit installations after 1996, and all local codes and ordinances. Electrical Connection To properly install your dealer. Additional installation requirements: This dryer is allowed. For further information, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section. ■■A 4-wire power supply connection must be made...
... the electrical connection is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors. The wires that connect to the dryer must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard ...-circuit installations after 1996, and all local codes and ordinances. Electrical Connection To properly install your dealer. Additional installation requirements: This dryer is allowed. For further information, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section. ■■A 4-wire power supply connection must be made...
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...legs into leg holes by direct wire: Power supply cable must have three 10-gauge copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of the 2 dryer back corners. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS 3-wire receptacle (10-30R) Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with flexible metallic conduit. To avoid damaging... floor, use a wrench to finish turning legs until it is no longer visible. Place a carton corner post from dryer carton; Slide the dryer on cardboard. 2. The neutral conductor must be : ■■Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire...
...legs into leg holes by direct wire: Power supply cable must have three 10-gauge copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of the 2 dryer back corners. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS 3-wire receptacle (10-30R) Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with flexible metallic conduit. To avoid damaging... floor, use a wrench to finish turning legs until it is no longer visible. Place a carton corner post from dryer carton; Slide the dryer on cardboard. 2. The neutral conductor must be : ■■Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire...
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.... Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to strain relief 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) 4-prong plug Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Attach power supply cord strain relief 4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is inside the strain relief. A B C D Remove...
.... Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to strain relief 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) 4-prong plug Spade terminals with the dryer cabinet and be in place. Attach power supply cord strain relief 4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is inside the strain relief. A B C D Remove...
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... of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord under outer terminal block screws. Remove center screw A B F Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screws. Secure cover with upturned ends Ring terminals Connect remaining wires under center terminal block screw (B). Connect remaining wires 3-wire receptacle (NEMA... Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to "Venting Requirements". 9 Tighten screw. 4. Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel.
... of terminal block cover into slot of power supply cord under outer terminal block screws. Remove center screw A B F Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of dryer rear panel. Tighten screws. Secure cover with upturned ends Ring terminals Connect remaining wires under center terminal block screw (B). Connect remaining wires 3-wire receptacle (NEMA... Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to "Venting Requirements". 9 Tighten screw. 4. Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of dryer rear panel.
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... IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for direct connection 31 (89 ⁄2" mm) (251"mm) (127 5" mm) Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. Shape ends of terminal block (B). If your 4-wire cable for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit... (UL marking on page 11. 10 Remove center terminal block screw (B). Direct Wire Connection Direct wire strain relief 1. Strip 5" (127 mm) of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position.
... IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for direct connection 31 (89 ⁄2" mm) (251"mm) (127 5" mm) Direct wire cable must have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be moved if needed. Shape ends of terminal block (B). If your 4-wire cable for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit... (UL marking on page 11. 10 Remove center terminal block screw (B). Direct Wire Connection Direct wire strain relief 1. Strip 5" (127 mm) of extra length so dryer may be in a horizontal position.
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.... Now, go to neutral wire. 1. Squeeze hooked end together. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of dryer rear panel. Shape wire ends into slot of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Now, go to "Venting Requirements". 3-Wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit connecting...) (C) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B), hook facing right. Connect remaining wires (893m½m" ) Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of dryer rear panel.
.... Now, go to neutral wire. 1. Squeeze hooked end together. Strip 31/2" (89 mm) of outer covering from end of dryer rear panel. Shape wire ends into slot of extra length so dryer may be moved if needed. Now, go to "Venting Requirements". 3-Wire Direct Wire Connection Use where local codes permit connecting...) (C) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B), hook facing right. Connect remaining wires (893m½m" ) Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of dryer rear panel.
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..., reinsert tab of terminal block cover into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of dryer rear panel. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) under the green external ground conductor ...screw (A) to "Venting Requirements." Now, go to an adequate ground. Dryer exhaust must verify with hold-down screw. Remove center terminal block screw (B). VENTING Venting Requirements 2. Tighten screw. 3. Connect remaining ...
..., reinsert tab of terminal block cover into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of dryer rear panel. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) under the green external ground conductor ...screw (A) to "Venting Requirements." Now, go to an adequate ground. Dryer exhaust must verify with hold-down screw. Remove center terminal block screw (B). VENTING Venting Requirements 2. Tighten screw. 3. Connect remaining ...
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Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to keep rodents and insects from entering the home. ■■ Must be at least 12" ...C A D F E G Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood Angled Hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Elbow F. Dryer E. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent C. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with screws or other fastening devices that may obstruct exhaust (such as shown...
Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean) ■■ Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to keep rodents and insects from entering the home. ■■ Must be at least 12" ...C A D F E G Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood Angled Hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Elbow F. Dryer E. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent C. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with screws or other fastening devices that may obstruct exhaust (such as shown...
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...Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 29 ft. (8.8 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) 21 ft. (6.4 m) NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have the dryer converted. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Determine vent length and elbows needed for mobile homes: Exhaust vent must be converted to exhaust out the right... side, or through the bottom. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Optional exhaust installations: This dryer can be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use vent runs ...
...Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 29 ft. (8.8 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) 21 ft. (6.4 m) NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have the dryer converted. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Determine vent length and elbows needed for mobile homes: Exhaust vent must be converted to exhaust out the right... side, or through the bottom. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Optional exhaust installations: This dryer can be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use vent runs ...
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Use clamps to reduce the risk of use to seal all joints. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. Turn cold water off and ... with additional two-thirds turn . NOTE: Do not overtighten. Secure vent to cold water faucet. Damage to the coupling can result. 4. Attach long hose to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied).
Use clamps to reduce the risk of use to seal all joints. The dryer must fit over the exhaust hood. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. Turn cold water off and ... with additional two-thirds turn . NOTE: Do not overtighten. Secure vent to cold water faucet. Damage to the coupling can result. 4. Attach long hose to dryer location using the new inlet hoses (not supplied).
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... 1. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. If connecting to exhaust outlet Remove protective cap from under dryer. Check for leaks Move dryer to final location, taking care not to the coupling can result. 6. Turn on fill valve connector. Connect vent to existing... vent, make sure vent is in dryer. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. 16 After dryer is clean. Damage to crush or kink vent. Screw on coupling by hand until it is...
... 1. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. If connecting to exhaust outlet Remove protective cap from under dryer. Check for leaks Move dryer to final location, taking care not to the coupling can result. 6. Turn on fill valve connector. Connect vent to existing... vent, make sure vent is in dryer. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucet, and hoses. 16 After dryer is clean. Damage to crush or kink vent. Screw on coupling by hand until it is...