Venting - Whirlpool 240-VOLT ELECTRIC DRYER Use & Care Manual

3.
Connect neutral wire
Place hooked end of neutral wire (white
or center) (D) of direct wire cable under
center terminal block screw (B), hook
facing right. Squeeze hooked end together.
Tighten screw.
4.
Connect remaining wires
Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under
outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze
hooked ends together and tighten screws. Replace the
terminal block cover on the back of the dryer. Tighten strain
relief nut. Now, go to" Venting Requirements."
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VENTING

Venting Requirements
B
D
WARNING:
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.
n Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps
may be used.
n Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid metal vent:
n Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid
crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent:
n Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.
n Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result
in reduced airflow and poor performance.
n Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
n The total length should not exceed 7
n The length of flexible metal vent used must be included in
the overall vent system design as shown in the "Vent System
Chart."
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.
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
(102 mm)
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
(Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
/
3
4
4"
ft. (2.4 m).