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Question posted by supercalifrag on June 5th, 2011

Vent Location

Where exactly is the dryer vent location? I don't want to open the box. I am building and need to install a vent in the outside wall behind the dryer.

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Ventilation Specification - Page 1

...of Contents DRYER VENTING SPECIFICATIONS 1 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 Your safety and the safety of this manual and on your local gas supplier. We have provided many important safety messages in a prominent location. These...

Ventilation Specification - Page 3

...to the drying compartment. ■ Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving. ■ Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather. ■ ...Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt. ■ The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be electrically grounded in accordance with ...

Ventilation Specification - Page 4

... not exceed 200°F (93.3°C) when the dryer is not exhausted outside, this section: 1. Heat In order to remove moisture from laundry area. 3. When the dryer is operated according to handle the maximum number of the dryer. See the Installation Instructions that came with proper size vents to walls, floors, picture hangers, and cause condensation on how...

Ventilation Specification - Page 5

... be installed into the walls of the vent system.): ■ For 90° elbows, reduce the allowable vent system length by 10 ft (3.05 m). ■ For 45° elbows, reduce the allowable vent system length by 10 ft (3.0 m) (from the center C. Codes Agency Approvals All Whirlpool electric dryer models, including "long vent dryers," that the venting system is too long. Any dryer enclosure...

Ventilation Specification - Page 6

...of dryers installed at several different levels. Vertical System The vertical system is used in some apartment buildings that have a washer and dryer on each dryer) ...Minimum spacing required between dryers Option 2 - Horizontal System The most common is exhausted into a central vertical vent. Option 1 - maximum of dryers are all located in one room and vented through a common duct...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... to dryer pipe. 4. Open the dryer door. Using a Phillips head screw driver, remove the screw located in dryer or reconnect power. 8 Remove the cover. For direct-wired dryers: Changing the Drum Light (on vacation or not using your dryer only when you will be on some models) 1. Make sure leveling legs are secure in death or electrical shock...

Owners Manual - Page 9

.... ■■ Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood to Automatic Drying? If you may not have heat. The timer moves only when the clothing is the valve open on the supply line? If the dryer hasn't been used ? Do not use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. See the Installation Instructions. ■■ Is...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... and install dryer. Increasing or decreasing the dryness level will not transfer to a partially dried load can stain your dryer with these premium accessories. When the odors or fumes are wrinkled ■■ Was the load removed from the dryer before removing laundry from the area, rewash, and dry the clothing. ■■ Is the electric dryer...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

... elbow. For complete details, see Installation our products, we reserve the right to the outside. 4" (10.2 cm) diameter heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be at least 12" (30.4 cm) from the ground or any object that matches your dryer to change without notice. ® 29" (73.7 cm) Electric Dryer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WED5000V WED5100V...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

..., visite: www.whirlpool.com. This symbol alerts you to reduce the chance of Contents / Table des matières DRYER SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2 Tools and Parts 2 Location Requirements 2 Electrical Requirements - U.S.A 3 Electrical Requirements - Canada 5 Electrical Connection - Puede encontrar el número de modelo y de serie dentro de la cavidad superior de la puerta.

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...; Adjustable wrench that all parts were included. 4 leveling legs Parts needed: Check local codes, check existing electrical supply and venting and see "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before starting installation. Check that opens to support the total weight (dryer and load) of the Dryer User Instructions. You will be extended. The cord should contain: ■...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...to allow the dryer door to open fully. It is suitable for this dryer. Wide opening (such as the dryer exhaust opening side-swing door B. See "Venting Requirements." The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for the exhaust vent with elbow. Electrical Requirements - A time-delay...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

...at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. WARNING: Improper connection of electric shock. The neutral ground wire is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection,... when the appliance is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral conductors. If the dryer is permanently connected to the dryer must end in a ...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... installer. ■ To be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall receptacle. If you use an extension cord. For further information, please reference the service numbers located in conformance with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. WARNING: Improper connection of least resistance for electric current. Electrical Requirements - This dryer is recommended...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... ground wire 4. Tighten screws. 5. You have 5 ft (1.52 m) of the terminal block (hook facing right...screw. Direct wire cable must have completed your electrical connections. Cut 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm)... extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Neutral wire (white... line shows position of power supply cord to "Venting Requirements." Neutral ground wire 3. Remove center silver-...

Installation Instructions - Page 9

...green or bare) of cable. You have completed your electrical connections. Neutral prong D. External ground conductor screw C. ...the screw of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Tighten screw. Secure cover ...dryer rear panel. You have 5 ft (1.52 m) of the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw, as shown. 9 Now go to "Venting...

Installation Instructions - Page 11

... clamps must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its final location. Good Better Clamps ■ Use clamps to seal all governing codes and ordinances. B A 4" 10.2 cm 4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent DURASAFE™ vent products can result in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors. Failure to achieve the best drying performance...

Installation Instructions - Page 12

..., paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc. Two close-clearance installations are possible. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Please see the "Assistance or Service" section of the Dryer User Instructions. ■ Over-the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028 ■ Periscope Installation (For use an exhaust hood with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 cm) to 18...

Installation Instructions - Page 13

... seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 2. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn inside exhaust hood. Connect vent to use duct tape, screws or other injury. 1. Screw the legs into its final location. If the dryer is made, remove the corner posts and cardboard. 13 Determine vent length and elbows needed for levelness...

Installation Instructions - Page 15

... This odor is common when the heating element is not crushed or kinked. 5. Check the dryer's final location. In Canada ■ Plug into an outlet. If you do not feel heat, turn ... ■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply is first heated. Complete Installation 1. If you feel for 20 minutes and start , check the following : 9. If the dryer will go back...

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