A
B
C
A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. Left or right side exhaust installation
C. Bottom exhaust installation
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Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for
your installation. Two examples of close-clearance installations are
shown. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
A
B
A. Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow)
B. Periscope installation
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 mm) to 18" (457 mm) mismatch
Part Number 4396011 - 18" (457 mm) to 29" (737 mm)
mismatch
Part Number 4396014 - 29" (737 mm) to 50" (1.27 m) mismatch
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
■
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.
Determine vent length and elbows needed for best
drying performance
■
Use the following vent system chart to determine type of vent
material and hood combinations acceptable to use.
NOTE:
Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in the
Vent system chart.
Exhaust systems longer than those specified will:
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Shorten the life of the dryer.
■
Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and
increased energy usage.
The vent system chart provides venting requirements that will help
to achieve the best drying performance.
Vent system chart
NOTE:
Side and bottom exhaust installations have a 90º turn inside
the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn
to the chart.
Number 90º
elbows
Type of vent
Box /louvered
hoods
Angled
hoods
0
Rigid metal
64ft (20 m)
58ft (17.7 m)
1
Rigid metal
54 ft (16.5 m)
48 ft (14.6 m)
2
Rigid metal
44 ft (13.4 m)
38 ft (11.6 m)
3
Rigid metal
35 ft (10.7 m)
29 ft (8.8 m)
4
Rigid metal
27 ft (8.2 m)
21 ft (6.4 m)
Install Vent System
1.
Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall
opening around exhaust hood.
2.
Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust hood.
Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (102 mm) clamp.
3.
Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible.
See “Determine vent path” in “Plan Vent System.” Avoid 90º
turns. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape,
screws, or other fastening devices that extend into the
interior of the vent to secure the vent, because they can catch
lint.
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
1.
To avoid damaging the floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard
from the dryer carton. Place cardboard under the entire back
edge of the dryer.
