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LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the
floor for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
You will need:
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A location allowing for proper exhaust installation.
See “Venting Requirements.”
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A separate 15 or 20 A circuit needed for gas dryers and
30 A circuit needed for electric dryers.
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If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet
located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer.
See “Electrical Requirements.”
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Floor must support dryer weight of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg).
Also consider weight of companion appliance.
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Level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), clothes may not
tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not
operate correctly.
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For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm)
above floor.
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Steam models only:
Cold water faucets located within
4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water fill valves, and water pressure of
20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). You may use your washer’s
water supply by purchasing the necessary parts noted in
“Parts needed.”
IMPORTANT:
Do not operate, install, or store dryer where
it will be exposed to water, weather, or at temperatures below
45°F (7°C). Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to
shut off at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in longer
drying times.
NOTE:
No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the
same closet as a dryer.
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of
installation and servicing, spacing for companion appliances and
clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Space must be
large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing on all sides
of dryer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door
is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing
allowed.
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Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
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Additional clearances might be required for wall, door,
and floor moldings.
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Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the
dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer.
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For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation
openings in the top and bottom of the door are required.
Louvered doors with equivalent ventilations openings
are acceptable.
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Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
*Recommended/Minimum spacing
Mobile home - Additional installation requirements:
This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations.
The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280
(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile home construction and
Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.
Mobile home installations require:
All dryers:
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Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase
from your dealer. For further information, see “Assistance
or Service” section in your “Quick Reference Guide.”
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Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to
introduce outside air into dryer. Openings (such as a
nearby window) should be at least twice as large as
dryer exhaust opening.
For gas dryers mobile home installations:
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Mobile Home Installation Hold-down Kit is available to order.
For further information, see “Assistance or Service” section
in your “Quick Reference Guide.”
6"/0"*
(152 mm/0 mm)
14" max
(356 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
18"
(460 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
48 in.
2
(310 cm
2
)
(155 cm
2
)
1"/0"*
(25 mm/0 mm)
24 in.
2
