Whirlpool Cabrio WGD6600VU0 Use & Care Manual page 8

Remove excess flexible m etal vent t oavoid sagging and
kinking t hatmay result inreduced airflow andpoor
performance.
Donotinstall flexible m etal vent i nenclosed walls, c eilings or
floors.
Elbows
45 °elbows p rovide b etter a irflow than90 ° elbows.
Clamps
Good Better
Use clamps to seal all joints.
Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws
or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the
duct. Do not use duct tape.
Clamp
Exhaust
Recommended hood styles are shown here.
B
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(10.2 cm)
A. Louvered hood style
B. Box hood style
The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.
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(10.2cm)_(_
(6.4 cm)
• An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and
insects from entering the home.
• Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30.5 cm) from the ground
or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as
flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).
• Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
[] Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper,
carpets, etc=
[] Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
A .........
B
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A. Dryer
B. Elbow
C. Waft
D. Exhaust hood
E. Clamps
E Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows
H. Exhaust outlet
Standard exhaust installation with rigid metal or flexible
metal vent
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.
A B C
A. Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset
elbow)
B. Periscope installation
C. Rear exhaust installation to left or right side
NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate
installations are available for purchase. Please see the
"Assistance or Service" section to order.
• Over-the-Top Installation:
Part Number 4396028
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