Install Vent System; Connect Inlet Hose (Steam Model Only) - Whirlpool MED8200FC Installation Instructions Manual

The "Vent System Charts" provide venting requirements
that will help achieve best drying performance.
Standard Vent System Chart
Number of
90° elbows
0
1
2
3
4
Long Vent System Chart
Number of
90° elbows
0
1
2
3
4
To determine if your model has a long vent system, refer
to the type code located on the serial number plate in the
inner door well. Example: An electric model would be DALV
– ELE – XXXXXXX-XXX. A gas model would be DALV – GAS –
XXXXXXX-XXX.
NOTE: For long vent systems, use of box/louvered hoods will
improve venting regardless of length.

Install Vent System

1.
Install exhaust hood
Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to seal
exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.
12
Type Angled
of vent hoods
Rigid metal 64 ft. (20 m)
Rigid metal 54 ft. (16.5 m)
Rigid metal
44 ft. (13.4 m)
Rigid metal
35 ft. (10.7 m)
Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m)
Type Angled
of vent hoods
Rigid metal 160 ft. (48.8 m)
Rigid metal 150 ft. (45.7 m)
Rigid metal
140 ft. (42.7 m)
Rigid metal
130 ft. (39.6 m)
Rigid metal 120 ft. (36.6 m)
12" min.
(305 mm)
12" min.
(305 mm)
2.
Connect vent to exhaust hood
Vent must fit over the exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust
hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp. Run vent to dryer location using
straightest path possible. Avoid 90° turns. Use clamps to seal
all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws, or other fastening
devices that extend into interior of vent to secure vent,
because they can catch lint.
CONNECT INLET HOSE
(STEAM MODEL ONLY)
For non-steam models, skip to "Connect Vent."
The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using
the new inlet hoses (not supplied). Do not use old hoses.
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the
risk of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement
dates on the hoses for future reference.
Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts,
wear, or leaks are found.
1.
Turn cold water off, remove hose,
and replace rubber washer
Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose.
Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with
new rubber washer.