Installation Instructions; Electrical Requirements; Tools And Parts - Whirlpool WED9400ST Use And Care Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
• Flat-blade screwdriver • Vent clamps
• #2 Phillips screwdriver • Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
• Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or new exhaust vent)
hex-head socket wrench • Tin snips (new vent
(for adjusting dryer feet) installations)
• Wire stripper (direct wire • 1/4"nut driver
installations) (recommended)
• Level • Tape measure
Parts supplied
Remove parts packages from dryer drum. Check that all parts are
included.
• Pa_s package
4 Leveling legs
NOTE: Do not use leveling legs if installing the dryer on a
pedestal.
Parts needed
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting.
See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements"
before purchasing parts.
• For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (80.01 cm)
and 37" (93.98 cm), see "Plan Vent System" section for
venting requirements.
I_- 37" --_1
(93.98 cm)
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please refer to the "Assistance
or Service" section of this manual.
Pedestal
Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of
purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer.
You may select a 10" (25.4 cm) or 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal.
These pedestals will add to the total height of the dryer for a total
height of approximately 48" (121.9 cm) or 53.5" (135.9 cm),
respectively.
For a garage installation, you will need to place the 10" (25.4 cm)
pedestal at least 9" (22.9 cm) above the floor and the
15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal at least 3.5" (8.9 cm) above the floor.
A B
A. 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal
B. 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal
The pedestals are available in several colors.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or
refer to the "Assistance or Service" section of this manual.
Pedestal Color Part Number
Height
10" (25.4 cm) White WHP1000SC
10" (25.4 cm) Biscuit WHP1000ST
10" (25.4 cm) Diamond Dust WHP1000SU
(Silver)
10" (25.4 cm) Black Diamond WHP1000SB
15.5" (39.4 cm) White WHP1500SC
15.5" (39.4 cm) Biscuit WHP1500ST
15.5" (39.4 cm) Diamond Dust WHP1500SU
(Silver)
15.5" (39.4 cm) Black Diamond WHP1500SB