Maytag MGD5801TW0 Use & Care Manual page 10

Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible.
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A. Drye'r
B. Elbow
C. Wall
D. Exhaust hood
E. Clamps
f. Rigid metal or fle'xible" rnetal vent
G. V_'nt length necessary to connect elbows
H. Fxhaust outlet
Optional exhaust installations
This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left side, or through the bottom. If
you prefer, you may contact your local dealer to have the dryer converted.
Fire Hazard
Cover unused exhaust holes with the following kit:
279818 (white)
Contact your local dealer.
Failure to fellow these instructions can result in death,
fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.
A C
A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. [eft or right side' exhaust installation
C. Bottom exhaust h_stallation
Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-
clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
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A B
A.Over-the-tofJ installation (also availabM withone offset e lbow)
B.P_'riscope installation
NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase.
[b order, please see the "Assistance or Service" section.
• Over-the-lop Installation:
Part Number 4396028
• Periscope installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch/:
Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) mismatch
Part Number 4396011 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm) mismatch
Part Number 4396014- 29" (73.66 cm) to 50" (127 cm) mismatch
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