4.6
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Exhaust
requirements
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Do Not use non-metal, flexible duct.
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Do Not use metal duct smaller than tour
Inches (10.2 cm) In diameter.
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Do Not use exhaust hoods wlth
magnetic latches.
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Check that exhaust system Is not longer
than speclfled. Exhaust systems longer
than speclfled will:
- Accumulate Ilnt.
- Shorten the 1118 ot the dryer.
- Reduce pefformance, resulting In
longer drying times and Increased
energy usage.
Failure to tallow specltlcatlons may result
In a tlre.
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Do Not exhaust dryer Into a chimney,
turnace cold alr duct, attic or crawl
space, or any other duct used for
ventlng.
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Clean the exhaust system every other
year.
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Do Not Install flexible duct In enclosed
walls, celllngs of floors.
Accumulated llnt could be tuel tar a tlre or
cause moisture damage.
Exhaustlng your dryer Indoors Is Not
recommended. The moisture and llnt
Indoors may cause:
- Lint to gather lnslde and around the
dryer and be a fuel ror Clre.
- Molsture damage to woodwork,
furniture, palnt, wallpaper, carpet,
etc.
- Housecleanlng problems and
possible health problems.
Failure to tallow these lnstructlons could
result In fire damage, property damage,
personal InJury or health problems.
If uslng an exlstlng exhaust system, clean llnt
tram entlre length ot exhaust system. Make
sure exhaust hood Is not plugged wlth Ilnt.
Replace plastic exhaust duct wlth rlgld
metal or tlexlble metal duct.
Use duct tape
to seal all joints.
Four-Inch (10.2 cm) rlgld metal plpe
is
preferred. Plan installation to use the fewest
number of elbows and turns.
better i-l PI
Metal tlexlble duct
must be fully extended
and supported when the dryer is in its final
position. DO NOT KINK OR CRUSH THE DUCT.
The metal flexible duct must be completely
open to allow adequate exhaust alr to tlow.
Allow as much room as possible when using
elbows or making
turns. Bend duct
gradually to avoid
kinking. Remove
excess flexible duct
to avoid sagging
and klnking that
may result in
reduced air flow.
Exhaust outlet
is
located at the
center of the
bottom dryer back.
The
exhaust duct
can be routed up, down, left, right or straight
out the back of the dryer. General space
requirements are provided on Panel C. Use
the straightest path you can, where possible,
to avoid 90” turns.
Maxlmum length
of the exhaust system
depends upon the type of duct used,
number of elbows and the type of exhaust
hood. The maximum length for both rigid
and flexible duct is shown in chart.
EXHAUST HO00 TYPE
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Lo ft.(12 m) 40 I?.(12 m)
h0 tt.(P
m)
30 ft.(9 m)
2 i(lyrnT) EFu
!O ft.(6 m) 20 ft.@ m)
20 ii(6 m)
(lfJ.pmj
FIEL
The maximum length usin a 2” (5.1 cm) x 6” (15.2 cm)
rectan ular duct with 2 el ia ws and a 2-l/2” (6.4 cm)
(IYPE Cy exhaust hood is 8 fl(20.3 cm).
For exhaust systems
not covered by the
exhaust length chart, check with your dealer
or distributor for information.
Service check:
The back pressure in any
exhaust system used must not exceed 0.6
inches (1.5 cm)of water column measured
with an inclined manometer at the point
that the exhaust duct connects to the dryer.
Exhaustlng the dryer outslde
is
recommended. A closet installation
must
be
exhausted outside. Recessed installation
that is not exhausted outside must use
Exhaust Deflector Part No. 3391278 available
from your dealer. See “Recessed and closet
installation instructions”, Panel C, for
adequate unobstructed air opening
requirements.
It the dryer Is Installed In a contlned area
such as a bedroom, bathroom, or closet,
it
must
be exhausted to the outside and
provision must be made for enough air for
combustion and ventilation. Check
governing codes and ordinances. Also refer
to the “Recessed and closet installation
instructions,” Panel C.
An
exhaust hood
should
cap the exhaust duct to
II
prevent exhausted air
from returning into dryer.
The outlet of the hood
must be at least 12
inches (30.5 cm) from the
ground or any object
that mav be in the Dath
of the exhaust. ’
Four-Inch outlet exhaust
hood
is preferred. However,
a 2-l/2-inch (6.4 cm) outlet exhaust hood
may be used. A 2-l/2-inch (6.4 cm) outlet
exhaust hood can result in longer drying
times than other hood types.
For permanent Installation, a statlonary
exhaust system Is required.
Mobile home installation
This appliance is suitable for mobile home
installations. The installation of the dryer must
conform to the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24
CFR. Pat-t 3280 (formerly the Federal
Standard for Mobile Homes Construction
and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280, 1975) or
the latest edition.
enclosure
Moblle home exhaust requirements:
The
dryer
must
have an outside exhaust. If the
dryer is exhausted through the floor and the
area under the mobile home is enclosed,
the exhaust system
must
terminate outside
the enclosed area. Extension beyond the
enclosure will prevent lint and moisture
buildup under the mobile home.
Now start...
With dryer in laundry area.
1
n
If your dryer has t
at front corners, remove
2
n
Open dryer and remove literature
and parts packages. Remove drying rack If
your dryer has one. Remove parts from
packages. Check that all parts were
included (see Panel A).
3
n
Remove the tape that holds the
drum to the cabinet. (Some dryer drums are
not taped for shipping.) Move the drum by
hand counterclockwise to make sure all
tape has been removed. Wipe the interior of
the drum thoroughly with a damp cloth
before using the dryer.
4
n
Take two of the cardboard comers
from the carton and place them on the
floor in back of the dryer.
5
n
Firmly grasp the body of the dryer
and gently lay it on ik back on the
cardboard corners.
6
n
With one of the leas in
hand, check the ridges f& a
diamond marking. That’s how
the leg is supposed to go into
hole.
far
the
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Start to screw the legs into the holes
by hand. Use a 1” (2.5 cm) socket wrench or
other type wrench to finish turning the legs
until you reach the diamond marking.
Floor Damage
Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard
betore movlng across tloor.
Failure to do so may cause damage to
rioor
coverlng.
8
n
Now stand the dryer up. Slide dryer
onto cardboard or hardboard.
9
n
Move the drver close to ik
permanent location, but leave enough
room to connect exhaust duct. Remove
cardboard or hardboard from under dryer.
Panel B
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