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DRYER SAFETY...............................................1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ....................1
Table of Contents ..........................................1
Tools and Parts..............................................1
Location Requirements .................................2
Electrical Requirements.................................3
Electrical Connection.....................................4
Venting Requirements ...................................9
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Flat-blade screwdriver
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
Vent clamps
8577187
29" (73.7 CM) ELECTRIC DRYER
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
DANGER
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tin snips (new vent
installations)
Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
Wire stripper (direct wire
installations)
Level
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Plan Vent System ..................................................10
Install Vent System ................................................11
Install Leveling Legs ..............................................11
Connect Vent.........................................................11
Level Dryer.............................................................11
Reverse Door Swing (Optional) .............................11
Complete Installation.............................................12
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
Parts supplied:
Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts were
included.
Parts needed:
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting
and see "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements"
before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please reference the
"Assistance or Service" section of the Dryer User Instructions.
4 leveling legs
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. Parts supplied: Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts were included. Tin snips (new vent installations) Caulking gun and... -
Page 2: Location Requirements
Drying times can be extended. The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather. -
Page 3: Electrical Requirements
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. -
Page 4: Electrical Connection
Power Supply Cord WARNING Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center terminal (silver). Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to green ground connector. -
Page 5: Electrical Connection Options
B. Hole below terminal block opening C. Strain relief threads Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable. - Page 6 3-wire connections. Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Strip 5" (12.7 cm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5"...
- Page 7 Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Strip 3 " (8.9 cm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip insulation back 1"...
- Page 8 (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws. 4. Tighten strain relief screw. 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. 6. You have completed your electrical connections. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”...
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Page 9: Venting Requirements
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling or a concealed space of a building. 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. -
Page 10: Plan Vent System
Choose your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. A. Dryer E. Clamps B. Elbow F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent C. Wall G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows D. -
Page 11: Install Vent System
21 ft (6.4 m) 15 ft (4.6 m) If the dryer is not level, prop up the dryer using a wood block. Use a wrench to adjust the legs up or down and check again for levelness. -
Page 12: Complete Installation
6. Be certain to keep cardboard spacer centered between doors. Reattach outer door panel to inner door panel so handle is on the side where hinges were just removed. 7. Attach door hinges to dryer door so that the larger hole is at the bottom of the hinge. 8577187 ©...