Installation Information; Installation Instructions - Whirlpool Duet Sport WED8300SW Manual

INSTALLATION INFORMATION

TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before
starting installation. Read and follow the safe-
ty instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Electric Models
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Adjustable wrench that opens to 1˝ (2.5 cm)
or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting
dryer feet)
• Wire stripper (direct wire installations)
• Level
• Vent clamps
• Caulking gun and compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
• Tin snips (new vent installations)
• 1/4˝ nut driver or socket wrench
(recommended)
• Tape measure
Gas Models
• 8˝ or 10˝ pipe wrench
• 8˝ or 10˝ adjustable wrench (for gas
connections)
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Adjustable wrench that opens to 1˝
(2.5 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for
adjusting dryer feet)
• 1/4˝ nut driver or socket wrench
(recommended)
• Level
• Vent clamps
• Knife
• Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas
• Caulking gun and compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
• Pliers
• Tape measure

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Parts Supplied
Remove parts packages from dryer drum.
Check that all parts are included.
• Parts package
NOTE: Do not use leveling legs if installing
the dryer on a pedestal.
Parts needed
Check local codes and with gas supplier.
Check existing gas supply, electrical supply
and venting. Read "Electrical Requirements,"
"Gas Supply Requirements" and "Venting Re-
quirements" before purchasing parts.
• For close-clearance installations between
28.65˝ (72.77 cm) and 34.15˝ (86.74 cm),
see "Plan Vent System" section for venting
requirements.
Mobile home installations require special
parts (listed following) that may be ordered by
calling the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please re-
fer to the "Assistance or Service" section of
the "Use & Care Guide."
• Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part
Number 346764.
• Metal exhaust system hardware.
2-1
4 Leveling legs
34.15"
(86.74 cm)