Whirlpool WGD7600XW0 Installation Instructions Manual page 5

Installation clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door
to open fully.
Dryer Dimensions
1
43 / "
2
(1105 mm)
1
29 / "
4
(743 mm)
NOTE: Most installations require a minimum 5" (127 mm)
clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow.
See "Venting Requirements."
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer.
This dryer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on
the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should be considered
for the following reasons:
■
Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation
and servicing.
■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and floor
moldings.
■ Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the dryer
to reduce noise transfer.
■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings
in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors
with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.
22 1 / "
4
(565 mm)
29"
(737 mm)
■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
18"*
(457 mm)
1" 1"
29"
(25 mm) (25 mm)
(737 mm)
Recessed Side view- closet
area or confined area
* Required spacing
Mobile home - Additional installation requirements
This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation
must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard
for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280)
or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.
Mobile home installations require:
All Dryers
■ Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase
from your dealer.
■
Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce
outside air into dryer. The opening (such as a nearby window)
should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening.
For gas dryers
■ Mobile Home Installation Kit Part Number 346764. For further
information, please refer to the "Assistance or Service" section
in your Use and Care Guide.
14" max.*
(356 mm)
48" 2 *
(310 cm 2 )
24" 2 *
2
(155 cm )
5"
29 1 / "
4 (127 mm)
(743 mm)
Closet door
with vents
3"*
(76 mm)
3"*
(76 mm)
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