Location Requirements - Whirlpool Duet W10049540 Use And Care Manual

Door Reversal Kit
Are you planning to reverse the door swing direction on your
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DUET dryer? To do so, you will need to purchase a Door
Reversal Kit.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or
refer to the "Assistance or Service" section of this manual. Ask
for Part Number 8530069 (Shield Blue), 8530070 (Shield
Platinum), 8530071 (Biscuit), 8530072 (Pewter) or 8579123
(Diamond Dust [Silver]).
Door Reversal and Stack Combination Kit
Are you planning to reverse the door swing direction on your
®
DUET dryer and stack your DUET
you can purchase a Door Reversal and Stack Combination Kit.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or
refer to the "Assistance or Service" section of this manual. Ask
for Part Number 8530073 (Shield Blue), 8530074 (Shield
Platinum), 8530075 (Biscuit), 8530076 (Pewter) or W10057200
(Diamond Dust [Silver]).
Backguard
If you are installing your DUET
avoid having loose items fall behind your machines, you may
purchase a pair of washer/dryer backguards. These will reduce
the chance of items falling behind the machines during operation.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or
refer to the "Assistance or Service" section of this manual. Ask
for Part Number 8558694 (White), 8558695 (Biscuit), 8558696
(Pewter), or W10057220 (Diamond Dust [Silver]).
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washer and dryer? To do so,
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Location Requirements

WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
You will need
A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See
"Venting Requirements."
A separate 30-amp circuit.
If you are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical
outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer.
See "Electrical Requirements."
A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of 200 lbs
(90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance
should also be considered.
A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire
dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (2.5 cm), install Extended
Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. Clothes may not tumble
properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate
correctly if dryer is not level.
For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at
least 18" (46 cm) above the floor. If you are using a 10"
(25.4 cm) pedestal, you will need to place the pedestal at
least 9" (22.9 cm) above the floor. With a 13" (33 cm)
pedestal, you will need to place the pedestal at least
6" (15.2 cm) above the floor. With a 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal,
you will need to place the pedestal at least 3.5" (8.9 cm)
above the floor.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an
automatic cycle. This can result in longer drying times.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will
be exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Installation clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to
open fully.
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