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F{re Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent,
De net use a pmastic vent,
De net use a metam foil vent°
Failure to fellow
these instructions
can result in death
or fire°
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
4 in. (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFE
TM
venting products are recommended.
DURASAFE
TM
vent products can be purchased from your dealer
or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories.
For more
information, see the "Assistance
or Service" section of your
"Dryer User Instructions."
•
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, or a concealed space of a building.
•
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
•
Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or
floors.
•
Use clamps to seal all joints. Exhaust vent must not be
connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices
which extend into the interior of the duct. Do not use duct
tape.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Improper
venting
can cause moisture
and lint to collect
indoors, which
may resumt in:
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Moisture damage to woodwork,
furniture, paint, waif
paper, carpets, etc.
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Housecleaning
problems and health problems.
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to prevent crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when
the dryer is in its final position. Remove excess flexible metal vent
to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow
and poor performance.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and
insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12 in. (30.5 cm) from the ground or
any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers,
rocks or bushes, etc.).
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from the entire length of
the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal or flexible
metal vent.
1. Dryer
2. Elbow
3. Wall
4. Exhaust hood
5. Clamps
6. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
7. Vent length necessary to connect elbows
8. Exhaust outlet
Optional
exhaust installations
This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left side,
or through the bottom, Contact your local dealer to have the dryer
converted.
Fire Hazard
Cover unused exhaust
holes with one of the following
kits:
279818 (white)
279819 (ammond)
279915 (graphite)
279925 (b{scuit)
Contact
your local dea_er.
Failure to follow
these instructions
can resumt in death,
fire, electricam shock, or serious
injury.
1
2
3
1. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
2. Left or right side exhaust installation
3. Bottom exhaust installation
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