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Gas Supp}y
Pressure
Testing
A 1/8"NPT minimum plugged tapping, accessible for gauge
testing, must be installed immediately upstream of the installed
shut-off valve to the dryer.
The dryer must be disconnected
from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of the system at test
pressures in excess of 1Z_ p sig.
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death
or fire.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
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The dryer vent must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, or a concealed space of a building.
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Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
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Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings,
or floors.
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4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal vent and clamps must be used.
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Use clamps to seat all joints. Vent must not be connected or
secured to the dryer with screws. Do not use duct tape.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
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 or business.
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).
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 vent.
Plan installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns.
Exhaust A ir Flow
A. Good
B. Better
Allow as much room as possible when using elbows or making
turns. Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.
Vent outlet is located at the center of the bottom dryer back.
The vent can be routed up, down, left, right, behind the dryer,
or straight out the back of the dryer.
Vent System
Length
Maximum length of vent system depends upon the type of vent
used, number of elbows, and type of exhaust hood. The
maximum length for rigid vent is shown in the chart.
Maximum Vent Length
4" (10.2 cm) Diameter Exhaust Hoods
Rigid Metal Vent
No. of 90 ° turns
Box Hood and Louvered Style
Angled Hood Style
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130 ft. (39.6 m)
129 ft. (39.3 m)
1
125 ft. (38.1 m)
119 ft. (38.3 m)
2
115 ft. (35.1 m)
109 ft. (33.2 m)
3
106 ft. (32.3 m)
100 ft. (30.5 m)
4
98 ft.
(29.9 m)
92 ft.
(28.0 m)
For vent systems not covered by the vent specification
chart,
see your parts distributor.
If dryer is installed in a confined area, such as a bedroom
or bathroom, provision must be made for enough air
for combustion and ventilation. (Check governing codes and
ordinances.) See "Recessed Area Installation Instructions"
in the
"Location Requirements" section.
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