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Plan Vent System
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible.
Standard exhaust installation with rigid metal or flexible metal vent
Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-
clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE:
The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase.
To order, please see the “Assistance or Service” section.
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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 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) mismatch
Part Number 4396011 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm) mismatch
Part Number 4396014 - 29" (73.66 cm) to 50" (127 cm) 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
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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
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Use the Vent system chart below 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.
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Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage.
A. Dryer
B. Elbow
C. Wall
D. Exhaust hood
E. Clamps
F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows
H. Exhaust outlet
A. Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow)
B. Periscope installation
A
B
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A
B
