Venting Requirements - Maytag Performance Series W10057353A Use And Care Manual

WARNING
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.
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.
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent.
Review vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if necessary to achieve the best
drying performance.
If this is a new vent system
Vent material
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
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Venting Requirements

Fire Hazard
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used.
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
Vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Maytag Services.
For more information, see the "Assistance or Service" section.
Rigid metal vent
For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are recommended.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent
Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for cleaning.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its
final location.
Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in
reduced airflow and poor performance.
Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors.
Elbows
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
Good
Clamps
Use clamps to seal all joints.
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.
4"
10.2 cm
Better
Clamp