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ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................1
DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................1
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................2
Tools and Parts ............................................................................2
Optional Equipment .....................................................................2
Location Requirements................................................................3
ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP .........................................4
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4
Electrical Connection ...................................................................5
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W10267633A
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DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
VENTING........................................................................................10
Venting Requirements................................................................10
Plan Vent System .......................................................................11
Install Vent System.....................................................................12
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS...........................................................12
CONNECT VENT...........................................................................12
CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODELS)..............................13
LEVEL DRYER ..............................................................................13
COMPLETE INSTALLATION .......................................................13
Reverse Door Swing...................................................................14
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................15
Dryer Operation ..........................................................................15
Dryer Results ..............................................................................16
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
WARNING 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. W10267633A U.S.A. ONLY TABLE OF CONTENTS VENTING...10 Venting Requirements...10... -
Page 2: Installation Requirements
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 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 Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust ■ #2 Phillips screwdriver vent) ■... -
Page 3: Location Requirements
Location Requirements You will need ■ A location that allows proper exhaust installation. See “Venting Requirements.” ■ A separate 30-amp circuit. ■ If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet within 2 ft (610 mm) of either side of dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”... -
Page 4: Electric Dryer Power Hookup
ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP It is your responsibility ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. ■ To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power supply connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home installations. -
Page 5: Electrical Connection
Electrical Connection 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 6 block opening, screw removable conduit connector onto strain relief threads. A. Removable conduit connector B. Hole below terminal block opening C. Strain relief threads ■ Put direct wire cable through strain relief. Strain relief should have a tight fit with dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position.
- Page 7 3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. A. External ground conductor screw B. Neutral ground wire C. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord D. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief E.
- Page 8 4. Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws. 5. Tighten strain relief screw. 6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
- Page 9 2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw. D. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E.
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Page 10: Venting
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. -
Page 11: Plan Vent System
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. Plan Vent System Choose your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. A. -
Page 12: Install Vent System
Determine vent path ■ Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. ■ Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns. ■ When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. -
Page 13: Connect Inlet Hose (Steam Models)
4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 5. Attach “Y” connector to brass male end of small hose. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. 6. -
Page 14: Reverse Door Swing
All Models: 13. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start the dryer. Do not select the Air Only Temperature setting. If the dryer will not start, check the following: ■ Controls are set in a running or “On” position. ■... -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
3. Remove the 4 screws from the opposite side of the door. 4. Install the 2 hinges to the front panel of the dryer using 4 screws. Use the non-slotted side to attach the hinge to the front panel. 5. Install screws in top hinge holes in the door. Do not tighten screws. -
Page 16: Dryer Results
Is the exhaust vent or outside exhaust hood clogged with lint, restricting air movement? Run the dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold your hand under the W10267633A © 2009 Whirlpool Corporation. All rights reserved. outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent with heavy metal or flexible metal vent.