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ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................
1
DRYER SAFETY ..............................................................................
1
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2
Tools and Parts ............................................................................
2
Optional Equipment .....................................................................
2
Location Requirements ................................................................
3
ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP ......................................... 4
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................
4
Electrical Connection ...................................................................
5
VENTING ........................................................................................
10
Venting Requirements ................................................................
10
Plan Vent System .......................................................................
11
Install Vent System .....................................................................
12
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS ...........................................................
12
CONNECT VENT ...........................................................................
12
CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODELS) .............................. 13
LEVEL DRYER ..............................................................................
13
COMPLETE INSTALLATION .......................................................
13
Reverse Door Swing ...................................................................
14
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15
Dryer Operation ..........................................................................
15
Dryer Results ..............................................................................
16
DRYER SAFETY
Your safety
and the safety
of others
are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't immediately_
follow
instructions.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions
are not followed.
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Summarization of Contents
Dryer Safety
Safety Alert Symbol Explanation
Explains the meaning of the safety alert symbol, DANGER, and WARNING.
Installation Requirements
Tools and Parts
Lists required tools and parts for dryer installation.
Parts Supplied and Needed
Details parts included with the dryer and those that must be purchased.
Optional Equipment
Information on available accessories for the dryer.
Location Requirements
Installation Clearances
Specifies minimum space needed around the dryer for proper installation.
Mobile Home Installation Requirements
Outlines specific requirements for installing the dryer in a mobile home.
Electric Dryer Power Hookup
Electrical Requirements and Connection Types
Details electrical supply needs and options for connecting the dryer.
Grounding Instructions
Provides essential information and warnings regarding grounding the dryer.
Electrical Connection Methods
Power Supply Cord Strain Relief
Instructions for installing a strain relief for power supply cords.
Direct Wire Strain Relief
Instructions for installing a strain relief for direct wire connections.
4-Wire Electrical Connections
Power Supply Cord Connection
Steps for connecting a 4-wire power supply cord.
Direct Wire Connection
Steps for making a 4-wire direct wire connection.
3-Wire Electrical Connections
Power Supply Cord Connection
Steps for connecting a 3-wire power supply cord.
Direct Wire Connection
Steps for making a 3-wire direct wire connection.
Optional 3-Wire Connection
Connecting Cabinet-Ground to Neutral
Instructions for when local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground to neutral.
Venting Requirements
Vent Material and Types
Specifies approved vent materials and their characteristics.
Exhaust Hood Requirements
Details requirements for the exterior exhaust hood.
Plan Vent System
Recommended Exhaust Installations
Illustrates typical dryer venting configurations from the rear.
Alternate Installations for Close Clearances
Shows options for venting in tight spaces.
Special Provisions for Mobile Homes
Specific venting instructions for mobile home installations.
Install Leveling Legs
Connecting the Vent
Steps for connecting the dryer's exhaust vent to the house system.
Connecting Inlet Hose (Steam Models)
Instructions for connecting the water supply hose for steam models.
Level Dryer
Complete Installation Checklist
A final checklist to ensure all installation steps are completed.
Reverse Door Swing
Removing and Reinstalling the Door
Step-by-step guide to reversing the dryer door swing.
Troubleshooting
Dryer Operation Issues
Solutions for when the dryer does not start or run.
No Heat Issues
Troubleshooting steps for when the dryer runs but doesn't heat.
Dryer Displaying Code Messages
Explains diagnostic codes like 'PF' and 'L2' and their meanings.
Dryer Results
Poor Drying Performance
Addresses issues like slow drying, incomplete drying, or overheating.
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