Installation Requirements; Tools And Parts - Whirlpool WED7990XG Installation Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.
Tools needed:
Flat-blade screwdriver
Wire stripper (direct wire
installations)
1/4" nut driver
(recommended)
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (25 mm) or
hex-head socket wrench
Tape measure
Level
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Tin snips (new vent
installations)
Vent clamps
Utility knife
Pliers
Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
Parts supplied:
Leveling legs (4)
Short inlet hose
Rubber washer
Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts
are included.
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting,
and read "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements"
before purchasing parts.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installing dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping
quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system
hardware, available for purchase from the dealer from
whom you purchased your dryer. For further information,
please reference the "Assistance or Service" section of the
Dryer User Instructions.
If using a power supply cord:
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with
clothes dryers. The kit should contain:
A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt
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minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least
4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end
in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.
A UL listed strain relief.
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"Y" connector
Long inlet hose
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