Venting Requirements; Plan Vent System - Whirlpool GEQ9800PW Installation Instructions Manual

6. Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external
ground connector screw to an adequate ground.
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1. External ground connector
2. Neutral grounding wire (green/yellow)
3. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
4. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician

Venting Requirements

WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
4 in. (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.
DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your dealer
or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more
information, see the "Assistance or Service" section of your
"Dryer User Instructions."
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Do not exhaust the dryer into any gas vent, chimney, wall,
ceiling, or a concealed space of a building.
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or
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floors.
Do not use screws or other fastening devices that extend into
the interior of the vent to secure vent.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
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Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
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Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wall-
paper, carpets, etc.
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to prevent crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when
the dryer is in its final position. Remove excess flexible metal vent
to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow
and poor performance.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and
insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12 in. (30.5 cm) from the ground or
any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers,
rocks or bushes, etc.).
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from the entire length of
the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal or flexible
metal vent.
Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws or
other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the vent to
secure vent.
Typical exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other
installations are possible.
1. Dryer
2. Elbow
3. Wall
4. Exhaust hood

Plan Vent System

5. Clamps
6. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
7. Vent length necessary to connect elbows
8. Exhaust outlet