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C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
Bulkheads and partitions
should be
made of noncombustible materials and
must be
located a minimum of
12-inches (30.48 cm) above the dryer’s outer top; except along the front of the dryer, which may be closed if
desired.
NOTE:
Allowances
must be
made for opening the control door.
NOTE:
With the exception of the floor, clearances shown are for combustible construction.
X = 12-inch (30.48 cm) minimum, 24-inches (60.96 cm) is suggested for ease of maintenance.
* 1-inch (2.54 cm) maximum for electric dryers.
NOTE:
Air considerations are important for proper and efficient operation.
Dryers may be positioned sidewall to sidewall. However, a 1/16” (1.59 mm) minimum allowance
must be
made
for opening and closing of the control door. It is suggested that the dryer be positioned about 2 feet (0.61 meters)
away from the nearest obstruction for ease of installation, maintenance, and service (to be measured from the
back guard). Refer to the
illustration above
for details.
