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USE A MINIML_
OF 4 INCH DIAMETER RIGID ALUMIh_J'M OR RIGID GAL-
VANIZED STEEL DUCT.
Do not use smaller duct. Ducts larger than 4 inches in
diameter can result in increased lint accumulation. Lint accumulation should be cleaned
regularly. If flexible metal duct must be used, use the type with a stiff sheet metal wall. do
not use flexible duct with a thin foil wall. Serious blockage can result if flexible metal duct
is bent too sharp. Never install ally type of flexible duct in walls, ceilings or other concealed
places.
EXHAUST HOOD TYPE
90! Turns
Maximumlengthof 4-inch diameter
rigidmetalduct.
0
65fL
59f_
1
54ft.
48ft.
2
44ft.
38ft.
3
38 ft.
30 ft.
4
28ft.
22ft.
Maximumlengthof 4-inchdiameter
flz?xible s tiffwailedme,at duel
O
36ft.
28ft.
1
3Zft.
24f_.
2
26ft.
20_t,
3
25ff.
17;l.
4
23ff.
1Eft.
Keep exhaust duct as straight and short as possible. Exhaust systems longer than recom-
mended can extend drying times, affect machine operation, and may collect lint. Secure
joints with duct tape. Do not use screws.
DO NOT EXHAUST DRYER INTO ANY WALL, CEILING, CRAWL SPACE OR A
CONCEALED PLACE OF A BUILDING, GAS VENT, ANY OTHER COMMON
DUCT OR CHIMNEY.
THIS COULD CREATE A FIRE HAZARD FROM LINT
EXPELLED BY THE DRYER.
The exhaust duct should end with an exhaust hood with a swing out damper to prevent
backdrafts and entry of wiIdIife. Never use an exhaust hood with a magnetic damper. The
hood should have a least 12 inches of clearance between the bottom of the hood and the
ground or other obstruction.
The hood opening should point down. Never install a screen
over the exhaust outlet.
When possible, do not exhaust the dryer directly over a window well in order to avoid lint
build-up. Do not exhaust under a house or porch.
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