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EXHAUST INFORMATION
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WARNING - USE ONLY METAL 4-IN.
DUCT. DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER THAN
SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.
Using exhaust longer than specified length will:
• Increase the drying times and the energy cost.
• Reduce the dryer life.
• Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.
The correct exhaust installation is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Problems due to incorrect installation are not covered by
the warranty.
The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE length of the exhaust
system depends upon the type of duct, number of
turns, the type of exhaust hood (wall cap), and all
conditions noted below. Both rigid and flexible metal
duct are shown in the table below.
EXHAUST LENGTH
RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM LENGTH
Exhaust Hood Types
Recommended
4" DIA.
4" DIA.
4"
No. of 90º
Rigid
Flexible
Elbows
Metal
Metal
0
90 Feet
55 Feet
1
60 Feet
40 Feet
2
45 Feet
30 Feet
3
35 Feet
20 Feet
4
25 Feet
15 Feet
If using flexible metal duct, please refer to page 8.
EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LIST
HOOD OR WALL CAP
• Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or entry of birds or
other wildlife.
• Termination should present minimal resistance to the exhaust air
flow and should require little or no maintenance to prevent clogging.
• Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This could cause
lint build up.
• Wall caps must be installed at least 12 in. above ground level or any
other obstruction with the opening pointed down.
• If roof vents or louvered plenums are used, they must be equivalent to
a 4-in. dampened wall cap in regard to resistance to air flow, prevention
of back drafts, and maintenance required to prevent clogging.
SEPARATION OF TURNS
For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4 ft. of
straight duct, including distance between last turn and exhaust hood.
TURNS OTHER THAN 90º
• One turn of 45º or less may be ignored.
• Two 45º turns should be treated as one 90º turn.
• Each turn over 45º should be treated as one 90º turn.
SEALING OF JOINTS
• All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of each
section of duct must point away from the dryer.
• Do not assemble the ductwork with fasteners that extend into the
duct. They will serve as a collection point for lint.
• Duct joints can be made air and moisture-tight by wrapping the
overlapped joints with duct tape.
• Horizontal runs should slope down toward the outdoors 1/2 inch per foot.
INSULATION
Duct work that runs through an unheated area or is near air conditioning
should be insulated to reduce condensation and lint build-up
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FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:
• Exhausting the dryer to the outdoors is strongly
recommended to prevent large amounts of moisture
from being blown into the room.
• Use only metal duct.
• Do not terminate exhaust in a chimney, any gas vent,
under an enclosed floor (crawl space), or into an
attic. The accumulated lint could create a fire hazard.
• Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the
exhaust system, especially at turns. Inspect and clean
at least once a year.
• Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with
a kitchen exhaust. A combination of lint and grease
could create a fire hazard.
• Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.
THIS DRYER COMES READY FOR REAR
EXHAUSTING. IF SPACE IS LIMITED, USE
Use only for short
THE INSTRUCTIONS IN SECTION 9 TO
run installations
EXHAUST DIRECTLY FROM THE SIDES OR
4" DIA.
BOTTOM OF THE CABINET.
2-1/2"
Rigid
Flexible
Metal
Metal
60 Feet
45 Feet
45 Feet
30 Feet
35 Feet
20 Feet
25 Feet
15 Feet
15 Feet
10 Feet
FOR STRAIGHT
LINE INSTALLATION,
CONNECT THE
DRYER EXHAUST
TO THE EXTERNAL
EXHAUST HOOD
USING DUCT TAPE
OR CLAMP.
NOTE: WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND SOLID METAL EXHAUST
DUCTING. HOWEVER, IF FLEXIBLE DUCTING IS USED IT MUST BE
.
METAL NOT PLASTIC.
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EXHAUST CONNECTION
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
STANDARD REAR EXHAUST
(Vented at floor level)
CUT THE METAL EXHAUST
DUCT (NOT SUPPLIED) TO THE
PROPER LENGTH.
(CORD NOT SUPPLIED
WITH DRYER)
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