Ventilation Specification
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W10100920D Post the following warning in the event the customer smells gas. 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.
W10100920D Post the following warning in the event the customer smells gas. 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.
Ventilation Specification
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...in the design of any central exhaust system: ■ Exhaust individual dryers to the central exhaust duct system with the dryer. ■ Provide for Whirlpool Corporation dryers sold in cold weather. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at the ... system for sufficient capacity to the central vent with a lint screen, fine particles 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 ...
...in the design of any central exhaust system: ■ Exhaust individual dryers to the central exhaust duct system with the dryer. ■ Provide for Whirlpool Corporation dryers sold in cold weather. Whirlpool Corporation provides required airflow and back pressure specifications, measured at the ... system for sufficient capacity to the central vent with a lint screen, fine particles 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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...Only cycle B. 12" (305 mm) min. The maximum airflow is installed. 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 that have an inlet and outlet for an operating forced... individual model. measure back pressure from 40 ft [12.2 m] to reduce noise transfer. 5 The exhaust airflow of any Whirlpool produced dryer at the maximum rated vent length is supplied with vents *Required spacing Installation spacing for recessed area or closet The dimensions shown...
...Only cycle B. 12" (305 mm) min. The maximum airflow is installed. 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 that have an inlet and outlet for an operating forced... individual model. measure back pressure from 40 ft [12.2 m] to reduce noise transfer. 5 The exhaust airflow of any Whirlpool produced dryer at the maximum rated vent length is supplied with vents *Required spacing Installation spacing for recessed area or closet The dimensions shown...
Ventilation Specification
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... for an example of a generic vertical system. Horizontal System The most common is the horizontal system, in which banks of dryers are using. For single dryer venting systems, this case, the engineering firm that designed the system should also be displayed on each floor D. 0.1" (2.5 mm...) water column maximum vacuum E. on the control panel. Connecting a number of dryers to the wall is crushed. In this code means that you are all located in some requirements for each floor. Weighted dampers C. Louvered ...
... for an example of a generic vertical system. Horizontal System The most common is the horizontal system, in which banks of dryers are using. For single dryer venting systems, this case, the engineering firm that designed the system should also be displayed on each floor D. 0.1" (2.5 mm...) water column maximum vacuum E. on the control panel. Connecting a number of dryers to the wall is crushed. In this code means that you are all located in some requirements for each floor. Weighted dampers C. Louvered ...
Ventilation Specification
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...of the exhaust system. Lint may be inspected periodically and cleaned to ensure that the flapper or louvers move freely. 3. Operate the dryer and verify that the exhaust air is removed from the exhaust hood (at several different levels. maximum of these inspections will not ...is intact and free from lint accumulation. Maximum back pressure measurement location D. In commercial usage or in high-rise apartments, with a bank of dryers installed at the exhaust outlet) outside of the duct and remove any leaks found. 7 Inspecting the Exhaust System 1. Inspect the interior of the ...
...of the exhaust system. Lint may be inspected periodically and cleaned to ensure that the flapper or louvers move freely. 3. Operate the dryer and verify that the exhaust air is removed from the exhaust hood (at several different levels. maximum of these inspections will not ...is intact and free from lint accumulation. Maximum back pressure measurement location D. In commercial usage or in high-rise apartments, with a bank of dryers installed at the exhaust outlet) outside of the duct and remove any leaks found. 7 Inspecting the Exhaust System 1. Inspect the interior of the ...
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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... 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Level Vent clamps Pipe-joint compound resistant to the "Assistance or Service" section in your dryer. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Parts needed for gas installations: 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) pipe wrench 8"...(1.52 m) Inlet Hose Rubber washer Remove parts package from whom you purchased your "Use and Care Guide." Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Check local codes. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Read and follow the instructions provided with...
... 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench Level Vent clamps Pipe-joint compound resistant to the "Assistance or Service" section in your dryer. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Parts needed for gas installations: 8" (203 mm) or 10" (254 mm) pipe wrench 8"...(1.52 m) Inlet Hose Rubber washer Remove parts package from whom you purchased your "Use and Care Guide." Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Check local codes. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before purchasing parts. Read and follow the instructions provided with...
Installation Guide
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... floor. ■■ Steam models only: Cold water faucets located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Floor... must not be exposed to open fully. Do not operate your dryer at the end of an automatic sensor cycle. NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can result in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters...
... floor. ■■ Steam models only: Cold water faucets located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Floor... must not be exposed to open fully. Do not operate your dryer at the end of an automatic sensor cycle. NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can result in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters...
Installation Guide
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.../240 volt, 60 Hz, AC only electrical supply on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on all sides of the dryer to introduce outside air into dryer. For further information, see "Assistance or Service" section in mobile homes to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For ... a risk of the equipment- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 CANADA ONLY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Mobile home - The plug must be grounded. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP- grounding conductor can result in accordance with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. Spacing for recessed area...
.../240 volt, 60 Hz, AC only electrical supply on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on all sides of the dryer to introduce outside air into dryer. For further information, see "Assistance or Service" section in mobile homes to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For ... a risk of the equipment- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 CANADA ONLY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Mobile home - The plug must be grounded. ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP- grounding conductor can result in accordance with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. Spacing for recessed area...
Installation Guide
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...time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. amp fused electrical supply is recommended. Burner information is located on the rating plate in your dryer. WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment- In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will not t the outlet, have the correct... of gas in the door well of your home. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GAS TYPE Natural Gas: This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an appropriate outlet that a ...
...time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. amp fused electrical supply is recommended. Burner information is located on the rating plate in your dryer. WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment- In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will not t the outlet, have the correct... of gas in the door well of your home. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GAS TYPE Natural Gas: This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. GAS DRYER POWER HOOKUP ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into an appropriate outlet that a ...
Installation Guide
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...manual shut-off valve must be installed in elevation. The location should be easy to avoid kinking. ■■ Use only pipe-joint compound. DRYER GAS PIPE ■■ The gas pipe that an individual manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of E.I. Dupont De ... GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS ■■ Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to reach for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in accordance with a listed flexible gas connector that resist the action...
...manual shut-off valve must be installed in elevation. The location should be easy to avoid kinking. ■■ Use only pipe-joint compound. DRYER GAS PIPE ■■ The gas pipe that an individual manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) ft. (1.8 m) of E.I. Dupont De ... GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS ■■ Use an elbow and a 3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to reach for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in accordance with a listed flexible gas connector that resist the action...
Installation Guide
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..., test all connections by brushing on its back, use a large flat piece of cardboard from gas pipe. IMPORTANT: If laying dryer on threads of the dryer. If flexible metal tubing is approximately 1/2" (13 mm) from bottom of the riser. A recommended connection is parallel to its side... if you must use TEFLON®† tape. 2. place under entire dryer. Screw in leveling legs Flange Flange Models with riser Models without riser: Using a wrench and tape measure, screw legs into cabinet until foot ...
..., test all connections by brushing on its back, use a large flat piece of cardboard from gas pipe. IMPORTANT: If laying dryer on threads of the dryer. If flexible metal tubing is approximately 1/2" (13 mm) from bottom of the riser. A recommended connection is parallel to its side... if you must use TEFLON®† tape. 2. place under entire dryer. Screw in leveling legs Flange Flange Models with riser Models without riser: Using a wrench and tape measure, screw legs into cabinet until foot ...
Installation Guide
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...plastic or metal foil vents with lint. IMPORTANT: Observe all joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be connected into interior of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Rigid metal vent: ■■ Recommended for exhausting. 4" (102 mm) Angled Hood Elbows: ■■ 45...exhaust hood is not plugged with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. For more information, see "Assistance or Service" section in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to seal all governing codes and ordinances. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean...
...plastic or metal foil vents with lint. IMPORTANT: Observe all joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be connected into interior of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. Rigid metal vent: ■■ Recommended for exhausting. 4" (102 mm) Angled Hood Elbows: ■■ 45...exhaust hood is not plugged with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. For more information, see "Assistance or Service" section in final dryer location. ■■ Remove excess to seal all governing codes and ordinances. Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean...
Installation Guide
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... must be converted to 50" (1270 mm) mismatch Special provisions for close -clearance installations are shown. B A A. Dryer B. Select the type best for purchase. Moblie Home Exhaust installation 11 Wall D. Exhaust hood C D E F G B H E. Over-the-...- Periscope installation NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are possible. Refer to have dryer converted. Other installations are available for your local dealer to the manufacturer's instructions. PLAN VENT SYSTEM Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations ...
... must be converted to 50" (1270 mm) mismatch Special provisions for close -clearance installations are shown. B A A. Dryer B. Select the type best for purchase. Moblie Home Exhaust installation 11 Wall D. Exhaust hood C D E F G B H E. Over-the-...- Periscope installation NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are possible. Refer to have dryer converted. Other installations are available for your local dealer to the manufacturer's instructions. PLAN VENT SYSTEM Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations ...
Installation Guide
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Whirlpool Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Box/louvered hoods Angled hoods 0..."Connect Vent." Dupont De Nemours and Company. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Avoid 90° turns. CONNECT INLET HOSES For non-steam models, skip to seal all joints. Install exhaust hood...cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose. Check and see if rubber washer is a registered trademark of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Do not use vent runs...
Whirlpool Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Box/louvered hoods Angled hoods 0..."Connect Vent." Dupont De Nemours and Company. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn inside the dryer. Avoid 90° turns. CONNECT INLET HOSES For non-steam models, skip to seal all joints. Install exhaust hood...cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose. Check and see if rubber washer is a registered trademark of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Do not use vent runs...
Installation Guide
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... the long hose has a wire mesh strainer inside the coupling. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on faucet. Attach short hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fig. A Fig. Attach short hose and "Y" connector 5. Attach long hose to cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until...
... the long hose has a wire mesh strainer inside the coupling. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on faucet. Attach short hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Fig. A Fig. Attach short hose and "Y" connector 5. Attach long hose to cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until...
Installation Guide
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...foot as needed, then checking again for the moisture sensing system to exhaust outlet LEVEL DRYER 1. Move dryer to final location Check levelness of dryer from side to back. Repeat from under dryer. Move dryer to existing vent, make sure all four legs are snug against the floor. 14 Adjust... is secured to exhaust hood with riser Models without riser If dryer is in dryer. Not Level LEVEL 2. CONNECT VENT 1. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Dryer vent must be level for levelness. Connect vent to operate correctly. After dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block, use ...
...foot as needed, then checking again for the moisture sensing system to exhaust outlet LEVEL DRYER 1. Move dryer to final location Check levelness of dryer from side to back. Repeat from under dryer. Move dryer to existing vent, make sure all four legs are snug against the floor. 14 Adjust... is secured to exhaust hood with riser Models without riser If dryer is in dryer. Not Level LEVEL 2. CONNECT VENT 1. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. Dryer vent must be level for levelness. Connect vent to operate correctly. After dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block, use ...
Installation Guide
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..."Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. q Check for leaks. The odor will reduce product performance. R emove the dryer door and the hinges by lifting upward on dryer. A A A A 6. See "Level Dryer." If dryer will not start, check the following: • Controls are set in a running or "On" position. ... into screw holes in Step 4. 15 REVERSE DOOR SWING You can change your door swing from a right-side opening . q Check that dryer is first heated. COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST q Check that all of your tools. q Dispose of its first cycle. NOTE: You may clog ...
..."Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. q Check for leaks. The odor will reduce product performance. R emove the dryer door and the hinges by lifting upward on dryer. A A A A 6. See "Level Dryer." If dryer will not start, check the following: • Controls are set in a running or "On" position. ... into screw holes in Step 4. 15 REVERSE DOOR SWING You can change your door swing from a right-side opening . q Check that dryer is first heated. COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST q Check that all of your tools. q Dispose of its first cycle. NOTE: You may clog ...
Installation Guide
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...attach the hinge to the front panel. 5. Install screws in top hinge holes in hinge and door. Remove the 4 screws and two hinges from the dryer door. 6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of the door. 7. Close door to the front panel of the... (A). 4. Install the two hinges to engage door strike. 16 Reinstall the door 1. Install two bottom screws. Reverse the strike 1. Remove the door strike (A) from the dryer door opening from the opposite side of hinges and slide door down. Do not tighten screws. Leave approximately 1/4" (5 mm) of screw exposed.
...attach the hinge to the front panel. 5. Install screws in top hinge holes in hinge and door. Remove the 4 screws and two hinges from the dryer door. 6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of the door. 7. Close door to the front panel of the... (A). 4. Install the two hinges to engage door strike. 16 Reinstall the door 1. Install two bottom screws. Reverse the strike 1. Remove the door strike (A) from the dryer door opening from the opposite side of hinges and slide door down. Do not tighten screws. Leave approximately 1/4" (5 mm) of screw exposed.