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DRYER SAFETY................................................1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ....................1
Tools and Parts..............................................1
Location Requirements ................................2
Electrical Requirements.................................3
Electrical Connection.....................................4
Venting Requirements ...................................8
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
WARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
Tools and Parts
Check that you have everything necessary for correct installation.
Proper installation is your responsibility.
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1 in. (2.5 cm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
Level
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Vent clamps
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29 IN. (73.7 CM) ELECTRIC DRYER
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
DANGER
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tin snips (new vent
installations)
Safety glasses
Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
Gloves
Wire stripper (direct wire
installations)
Plan Vent System .......................................... 8
Install Vent System...................................... 10
Install Leveling Legs.................................... 10
Level Dryer .................................................. 10
Connect Vent............................................... 10
Reverse Door Swing (Optional)................... 10
Complete Installation .................................. 11
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
Parts supplied:
Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts were
included.
Parts needed:
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting
and see "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements"
before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please reference the
"Assistance or Service" section of your "Dryer User Instructions."
4 leveling legs
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
29 IN. (73.7 CM) ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY..........1 Plan Vent System .......... 8 Install Vent System........10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ....1 Tools and Parts..........1 Install Leveling Legs........10 Location Requirements ........2 Level Dryer ..........10 Electrical Requirements.........3 Connect Vent.......... -
Page 2: Location Requirements
Dryer Dimensions Location Requirements WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor for a garage installation. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. You will need A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. -
Page 3: Electrical Requirements
Mobile Home-Additional Installation Requirements If your outlet looks like this: This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). -
Page 4: Electrical Connection
Electrical Connection Power Supply Cord Direct Wire WARNING WARNING Fire Hazard Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use a new UL approved 30 amp power supply cord. Use a UL approved strain relief. Use a UL approved strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. - Page 5 Electrical Connection Options 1. Remove center terminal block screw. 2. Remove appliance ground wire (green with yellow stripes) If your home has: And you will be Go to Section from external ground connector screw. Fasten it under center, connecting to: silver colored terminal block screw.
- Page 6 4. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) 4-wire connection: Direct Wire of power supply cable under the center screw of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes Tighten screw.
- Page 7 1. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw. 1. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw. 2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply 2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) cord to the center, silver colored terminal screw of the terminal of power supply cable under the center screw of terminal block.
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Page 8: Venting Requirements
4 in. (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be 8. Exhaust outlet used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended. DURASAFE™ 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.”... - Page 9 Standard exhaust installation with rigid metal or flexible Determine Vent Length metal vent 1. Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns. When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible.
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Page 10: Install Vent System
Vent Length Chart 5. Place a carton corner post under each of the 2 dryer back corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the dryer on the corner Number of Type of vent Box or Angled posts until it is close to its final location. Leave enough room 90º... -
Page 11: Complete Installation
5. Insert screws in bottom holes on left side of cabinet. Tighten 8. Remove door strike (5) from cabinet. Use a small, flat-blade screws halfway. Position door so large end of door hinge slot screwdriver to carefully remove 4 hinge hole plugs (6) on left is over screws. - Page 12 8535914 Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 3/03 TM DURASAFE is a trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A. © 2003. All rights reserved.