Venting Requirements - Whirlpool WED7990XU Installation Instructions Manual

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2.
Connect neutral ground wire
and neutral wire
C
Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white
or center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center,
silver-colored terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.
3.
Connect remaining wires
Place hooked ends of remaining wires under outer terminal
block screws (hooks facing right). Tighten screws.
4.
Connect external ground wire
A
G
Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from the external
ground conductor screw (A) to an adequate ground. Finally,
reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw. now, go to Venting
Requirements.
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vENTINg REQUIREMENTS

B
E
WARnInG:
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
ImPoRTAnT:
Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used
for exhausting.
Rigid metal vent:
Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid
crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent:
Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.
Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result
in reduced airflow and poor performance.
Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
The total length should not exceed 7
noTE:
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire
length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged
with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or
flexible metal vents. Review Vent system chart and if necessary,
modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance.
Exhaust hoods:
Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object
that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).
Recommended styles:
A. Louvered hood
B. Box hood
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust
vent and clamps may be used.
Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
(Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
B
(102 mm)
A
4"
(102 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
/
ft. (2.4 m).
3
4
4"
2½"
(64 mm)
Acceptable styles:
C. Angled hood

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