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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS
EASY-TO-USE CONTROL PANEL
Select the desired dry cycle, add cycle options or
adjust settings with the touch of a button.
TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY
The easy-to-read LED display shows cycle status and
estimated time remaining.
CYCLE MODIFIERS
Adjust the cycle defaults such as temperature and dry
level with the touch of a button.
NOTE: Not all settings are available for all cycles.
CHECK VENT
(Duct Blockage Sensing System)
The CHECK VENT (Duct blockage sensing system)
detects and alerts you to blockages in the exhaust
system that reduce air fl ow from the dryer.
Maintaining clean exhaust system ducts improves
operating e ffi ciency and helps minimize service calls,
saving you money.
LARGE CAPACITY STEEL DRUM WITH DRUM LIGHT
The ultra-large stainless steel drum o ff ers superior
durability. The drum light can be turned on during a
cycle by using the DRUM LIGHT button on the control
panel. The light also comes on when the door is
opened, if the control is ON.
EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR
The wide-opening, see-through glass door provides
easy access for loading and unloading. Door swing
can be reversed to adjust for installation location.
FRONT-MOUNT LINT FILTER
The front-mount lint fi lter allows for easy access and
cleaning between loads.
LEVELING FEET
Four leveling feet (two in front, and two in back)
adjust to improve dryer stability on uneven fl oors.
There are several important components that are
referenced in this manual.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
Rear of Dryer
Terminal
block
access panel
(Electric
models)
Gas
connection
location
(Gas models)
Power cord
location
(Gas
models)
Exhaust
duct
outlet
Water Inlet
Valve
ACCESSORIES
H
G
A D B
E
F
C
Included accessories Optional accessories
Y connector Hose Drying rack
Side vent kit
(sold separately)
Kit No.
17025
Use the side vent kit for venting
directly to either side or to the
bottom. Gas dryers can not be
vented to the right.