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Optional exhaust installations
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Cover unused exhaust hole with the following kit:
8212503
Contact your local dealer.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.
This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the bottom. If you prefer, you may contact your
local dealer to have the dryer converted.
This dryer can also be exhausted from the rear to either the right or left side. Optional kits for
these exhaust installations are needed. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for kit
installation instructions.
A
B
A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. Rear exhaust installation to the right or left side
C
D
C. Bottom exhaust installtion
D. Over-the-top installation (also available with
one offset elbow)
NOTE:
The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase.
Please see the “Assistance or Service” section to order.
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Over-the-Top Installation:
Part Number 4396028
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Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch):
Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) mismatch
Part Number 4396011 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm) mismatch
Part Number 4396014 - 29" (73.66 cm) to 50" (127 cm) mismatch
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Rear exhaust installation to left or right side:
Part Number 4396011
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Vent extension:
Part Number 8544761
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Bottom Exhaust:
Part Number 8212503
Special provisions for mobile home installations
The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home
structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent
outside.
Determine vent path
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Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors.
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Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns.
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When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible.
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Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.
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Use the fewest 90° turns possible.
