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DRYER VENTING REQUIREMENTS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
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Following these venting requirements will minimise ducting
air noise.
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Adequate ventilation has to be provided to avoid the backflow
of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels,
including open fires (i.e. available airflow into the room should
match airflow out from the room).
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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.
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Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
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Only a 102 mm (4") heavy, metal exhaust vent and clamps may
be used.
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Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
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Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for
exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels.
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Forced ventilation of fresh air is required.
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Exhaust air must be exhausted to the outside to avoid
suffocation.
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If exhaust is connected to a commonly used exhaust system,
it is required to install flap valves at each connection or
alternative adequate countermeasures.
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Exhaust air must not be connected to an exhaust channel
of a furnace.
102 mm
(4")
102 mm (4") Heavy, Metal Exhaust Vent
Rigid metal vent:
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Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid
crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent:
(Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
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Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.
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Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result
in reduced airflow and poor performance.
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Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
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The total length should not exceed 2.4 m (7
3
⁄
4
ft.).
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An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and
insects from entering the building.
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.
Elbows:
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45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
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Plan installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns.
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Allow as much room as possible when using elbows or making
turns. Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.
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Vent outlet is located at the centre of the bottom dryer back.
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The vent can be routed up, down, left, right, behind the dryer,
or straight out the back of the dryer.
Clamps:
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Use clamps to seal all joints.
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Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws
or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct and
catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
Better
Good
