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Location Requirements
If installing a gas dryer:
IMPORTANT:
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
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Check code requirements: Some codes limit or do not permit
installation of clothes dryers in closets or sleeping quarters.
Contact your local building inspector.
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Make sure that lower edges of the cabinet, plus the back and
bottom sides of the dryer, are free of obstructions to permit
adequate clearance of air openings for combustion air. See
“Recessed Area Installation Instructions” below for minimum
spacing requirements.
NOTE:
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The dryer must not be installed in an area where it will be
exposed to water and/or weather.
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This dryer must not be installed in a closet with a door.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Tools needed
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8" (200 mm) or
10" (250 mm) pipe wrench
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8" (200 mm) or
10" (250 mm) adjustable
wrench
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Flat-blade screwdriver
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Phillips screwdriver
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Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (25 mm) or
1" (25 mm) hex-head
socket wrench
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Security T-20 TORX
®†
driver
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Level
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5/16" open-end wrench
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Vent clamps
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Pipe-joint compound
resistant to LP gas
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Caulk gun and caulk (for
installing new exhaust vent)
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Pliers
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Putty knife
† ® TORX is a registered trademark of Saturn Fasteners, Inc.
Parts supplied
Remove parts bag from dryer drum. Check that all parts were
included.
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10-32 x 5/16" serrated screw (4)
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Security cotter pin (2)
Recessed
front view
Recessed
side view
Minimum Installation Clearances
Additional clearances for wall, door, and floor moldings may be
required or if external exhaust elbow is used.
51 mm (2")
305 mm
(12")
0" (0 mm)
0" (0 mm)
0"
(0 mm)
Back Sides Top
Front
Recessed 2 in.
0 in.
12 in.
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(50 mm) (0mm) (300 mm)
Recessed Area Installation Instructions
This dryer may be installed in a recessed area. Minimum
installation clearances can be found on the rear of the dryer.
The dryer must be exhausted outdoors.
2" (51 mm)
12"
(305 mm)
