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Rigid metal vent:
Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid
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crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent:
(acceptable only if accessible to clean)
Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.
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Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result
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in reduced airflow and poor performance.
Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
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The total length should not exceed 7
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The length of flexible metal vent used must be included
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in the overall vent system design as shown in the "Vent
System Charts."
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 Charts" and, if
necessary, modify existing vent system to achieve best drying
performance.
Exhaust hoods:
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and
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insects from entering the home.
Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object
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that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
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Recommended Styles:
Louvered Hood
Acceptable Style:
Angled Hood
Elbows:
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
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Good
3
/
ft. (2.4 m).
4
Box Hood
Better
Clamps:
Use clamps to seal all joints.
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Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws
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or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct
and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
Plan Vent System
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installation:
A
A.
Dryer
E.
B.
Elbow
F.
C.
Wall
G.
D.
Exhaust hood
H.
B
F
G
B
H
Clamps
Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
Vent length necessary to connect elbows
Exhaust outlet
C
D
E
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