Maytag MLG20PDCGW, Installation Instructions Manual

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16
12" min.
(305 mm)
102 mm (4") Diameter Exhaust Hoods
Box Hood Louvered Hood Angled Hood
Vent Hoods
DRYER VENTING REQUIREMENTS
(In Australia and New Zealand, refer to AS/NZS 5601.1 – Gas Installations)
Exhaust hood must be at least 305 mm (12") from the ground or
any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers,
rocks, bushes, or snow).
Maximum Vent Length/Vent Connection
Maximum length of vent system depends upon the type of vent
used, number of elbows, and type of exhaust hood.
Vent System Chart (Rigid Metal Vent)
No. of Box and Angled
90˚ Turns Louvered Hood Hood
0 39.6 m (130 ft.) 39.3 m (129 ft.)
1 38.1 m (125 ft.) 36.3 m (119 ft.)
2 35.1 m. (115 ft) 33.2 m (109 ft.)
3 32.3 m (106 ft.) 30.5 m (100 ft.)
4 29.9 m (98 ft.) 28.0 m (92 ft.)
For vent systems not covered by the vent specification chart, see
your parts distributor.
Provision must be made for enough air for combustion and
ventilation. (Check governing codes and ordinances.) See
“Recessed Area and Closet Installation Instructions” in the
“Stacked Washer/Gas Dryer Location” and “Stacked Washer/
Electric Dryer Location” sections.
A 102 mm (4") outlet hood is preferred. However, a 64 mm
(2
1
⁄
2
") outlet exhaust hood may be used. A 64 mm (2
1
⁄
2
") outlet
creates greater back pressure than other hood types. For
permanent installation, a stationary vent system is required.
Connect Vent
1. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is clean.
2. Using a 102 mm (4") clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in
dryer.
NOTE: Do not remove vent collar.
Vent System Length
3. Tighten hose clamp with Phillips screwdriver.
4. Make sure the vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 102 mm
(4") clamp.
5. Move dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink vent. Make
sure dryer is level.
Vent Collar
305 mm min.
(12")