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C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
Bulkheads and partitions
should be
made of noncombustible materials and
must be
located a minimum of
twelve (12) inches (30.48 cm) above the dryer's outer top; eighteen (18) inches (45.72 cm) for steam dryers,
except along the front of the dryer which may be closed if desired.
NOTE
: Allowances
must be
made for opening the control door.
NOTE
: Air considerations are important for proper and efficient operation.
Dryers may be positioned side wall to side wall. However, a 1/16" (0.16 cm) minimum allowance
must be
made
for opening and closing of the control door. It is suggested that the dryer be positioned about two (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.
X = 12" (30.48 cm) minimum, 24" (60.96 cm) suggested for ease of maintenance.
*
1" (2.54 cm) maximum for electric dryers.
** 18" (45.72 cm) minimum for steam dryers.