Plan Vent System - Maytag Bravos W10160250A Use And Care Manual

Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices
that extend into the interior of the duct. Do not use duct tape.
Exhaust
Recommended hood styles are shown here.
A. Louvered hood style
B. Box hood style
The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.
4"
(10.2 cm)
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30.5 cm) from the ground or any object that may be in
the path of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper,
carpets, etc.
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Clamp
B
A
4"
(10.2 cm)
4"
(10.2 cm)
2½"
(6.4 cm)

Plan Vent System

Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
A
A. Dryer E. Clamps
B. Elbow F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
C. Wall G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows
D. Exhaust hood H. Exhaust outlet
Standard exhaust installation with rigid metal or flexible metal vent
B
C
D
E
F
G
B
H
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