11
VENTING
Venting Requirements
WARNIN
G
Fire Hazar
d
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
d
eath
or fire.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT:
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building.
If using an existing vent system
■
Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
■
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid heavy metal or
flexible metal vent.
■
Review vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if
necessary to achieve the best drying performance. Only rigid or
flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.
If this is a new vent system
Vent material
■
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
■
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used.
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
Vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling
Whirlpool Service. For more information, see the “Assistance or
Service” section.
Rigi
d
metal vent
■
For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are
recommended.
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Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking.
Flexi
b
le metal vent
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Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for
cleaning.
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Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when
the dryer is in its final location.
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Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking
that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance.
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Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings, or
floors.
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The total length of flexible metal vent should not exceed
7¾ ft. (2.4 m).
El
b
ows
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
Good Better
Clamps
■
Use clamps to seal all joints.
■
Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or
other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the duct
and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
Clamp
Exhaust
A and B: Recommended hood styles.
C: Acceptable hood style.
4"
(102 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
B
A
4"
(102 mm)
2½"
(64 mm)
C
A. Louvered hood style
B. Box hood style
C. Angled hood style
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An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and
insects from entering the home.
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Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (305 mm) from the ground
or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as
flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).
