Venting; Venting Requirements - Whirlpool 27" W10563341A Installation Instructions Manual

4.
Connect external ground wire
A
G
Connect a separate copper ground wire (G) from the external
ground conductor screw (A) to an adequate ground. Finally, reinsert
tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure
cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to Venting Requirements.

VENTING

Venting Requirements

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT:
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for
exhausting.
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps
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may be used.
Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
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12
4"
(102 mm)
Rigid metal vent:
Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid
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crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent:
(Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.
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Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result
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in reduced airflow and poor performance.
Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
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The total length should not exceed 7
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NOTE:
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire
length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged
with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or
flexible metal vents. Review Vent System Chart and if necessary,
modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance.
Exhaust hoods:
Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that
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may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or
snow).
Recommended Styles:
Louvered hood
Acceptable Style:
Angled hood
Elbows:
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
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Good
/ ft. (2.4 m).
3
4
Box hood
Better