Electrolux EFDC317TIW2, EFMC627UTT1, EFMC627UIW1, EFMC527UTT1, EFMC527UIW1 Owner’s Manual
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USE & CARE GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
GUÍA DE USO Y CUIDADO
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information .................2
Features ...............................................8
Pre-Installation Requirements ...............9
Installation ..........................................17
Controls and Settings ......................... 26
Operating Instructions ........................36
Normal Operating Sounds .................. 38
Care and Cleaning .............................. 39
Troubleshooting .................................. 41
Limited Warranty ................................44
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Important Safety Information
Important safety instructions - gas dryer
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warning exactly
could result in serious injury, death, or
property damage.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• DO NOT try to light any appliance.
• DO NOT touch any electrical switch; DO
NOT use any phone in your building.
• Clear the room, building or area of all
occupants.
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• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas
supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
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Important Safety Information
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE
• Ensure the entire dryer exhaust system is clean and free of lint and debris
prior to the installation of your new dryer. The entire exhaust system should
be inspected and cleaned a minimum of every 18 months with normal usage. Failure to comply with cleaning your exhaust system will increase the
RISK of FIRE.
• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic or flexible foil venting material.
Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint.
These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
• DO NOT screen the exhaust ends of the vent system, or use any screws, rivets
or other fasteners that extend into the duct to assemble the exhaust system. NO
screen or grate of any mesh size is allowed to cover the outdoor exhaust opening.
• Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.
• Clothes dryer installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
• The electrical service to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances
and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada,
the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 part 1.
• The gas service to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the
latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or in Canada,
the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. An individual manual
shutoff valve must be installed within 6 ft. (1.83 m) of the dryer in accordance with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
• DO NOT stack a dryer on top of washer already installed on pedestal. DO NOT stack
washer on top of dryer. DO NOT stack washer on top of another washer.
• The dryer is designed under ANSI Z21.5.1/CSA 7.1 or UL 2158 - CAN/CSA C22.2
No. 112 (latest editions) for HOME USE only. This dryer is not recommended for
commercial applications such as restaurants, beauty salons, etc.
• Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the dryer is unpacked. Children might use
them to play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become
airtight chambers causing suffocation. Place all materials in a garbage container or
make materials inaccessible to children.
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions in this
manual.
The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this dryer are not
meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Good safe
practice and caution MUST be applied when installing, operating and maintaining any
appliance.
WARNING
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of
fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life. DO NOT
store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
Important Safety Information
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Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or
maintenance information which is
important but not hazard-related.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
or injury to persons when using this
dryer, comply with the basic warnings
listed below. Failure to comply with the
Important Safety Instruction warnings
could result in property damage, serious
personal injury, or death.
Prevent fire
• DO NOT dry items that have been
previously cleaned in, soaked in, or
spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents,
kerosene, waxes, or other flammable or
explosive substances. DO NOT store
these items on or near the dryer. These
substances give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
FIRE HAZARD
• DO NOT place items exposed to cooking
oils in your dryer. Items contaminated
with cooking oils may contribute to a
chemical reaction that could cause a load
to catch fire. To reduce the risk of fire
due to contaminated loads, the final part
of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without
heat (cool down period). Avoid stopping
a tumble dryer before the end of the
drying cycle unless all items are quickly
removed and spread out so that the heat
is dissipated.
• DO NOT dry articles containing rubber,
plastic or similar materials such as
bras, galoshes, bath mats, rugs, bibs,
baby pants, plastic bags and pillows
that may melt or burn. Some rubber
materials, when heated, can under
certain circumstances produce fire by
spontaneous combustion.
• DO NOT operate the dryer if the lint
screen is blocked, damaged or missing.
Fire hazard, overheating and damage to
fabrics can occur.
• DO NOT obstruct the flow of ventilating
air. DO NOT stack or place laundry or
throw rugs against the front or back of
the dryer.
WARNING
Clean the lint screen before or after each
load. The interior of the dryer, lint
screen housing and exhaust duct
should be cleaned approximately
every 18 months by qualified service
professional. An excessive amount of
lint build-up in these areas could result
in inefficient drying and possible fire. See
Care and Cleaning
FIRE HAZARD
.
WARNING
A clothes dryer produces combustible
lint. The dryer must be connected to an
outdoor exhaust. Regularly inspect the
outdoor exhaust opening and remove
any accumulation of lint around the
opening and in the surrounding area.
• DO NOT spray any type of aerosol into,
on or near dryer at any time.
FIRE HAZARD
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Important Safety Information
• DO NOT use fabric softeners or products
to eliminate static unless recommended
by the manufacturer of the fabric softener
or product.
WARNING
DO NOT continue to use the dryer if you
hear squeaking, grinding, rubbing or other
unusual noises. This could be a sign of
mechanical breakdown and lead to fire
or serious injury. Contact a qualified
technician immediately.
• Failure to comply with these warnings
could result in fire, explosion, serious
bodily injury and/or damage to the dryer.
Protect children
• DO NOT allow children to play on or in
the dryer. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the dryer is used near
children. As children grow, teach them
the proper, safe use of all appliances.
• Destroy the carton, plastic bag and
other packing materials after the dryer
is unpacked. Children might use them
for play. Cartons covered with rugs,
bedspreads or plastic sheets can
become airtight chambers.
• Keep laundry products out of children’s
reach. To prevent personal injury, observe
all warnings on product labels.
• Before the dryer is removed from service
or discarded, remove the dryer door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
• Failure to comply with these warnings
could result in serious personal injuries.
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suffocation are
not problems of the past. Junked or
abandoned washers and dryers are still
dangerous – even if they will sit for “just
a few days”. If you are getting rid of
your old washer or dryer, please follow
the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
We strongly encourage responsible
appliance recycling/disposal methods.
Contact your State/Provence Energy
Office, Local Electric and Water Utilities
or Conservation Program Office or visit
www.energystar.gov/recycle for more
information on recycling your old washer
or dryer.
Before you throw away your old
washer or dryer:
• Remove doors
• Remove the electric power cord
• Secure all hoses and drain pipes to
prevent water from leaking out and
creating a slip hazard.
Prevent injury
• To prevent shock hazard and assure
stability during operation, the dryer must
be installed and electrically grounded by
a qualified service person in accordance
with local codes. Installation instructions
are included in this manual for reference.
Refer to the installation sections for
detailed grounding procedures. If the
dryer is moved to a new location, have
it checked and reinstalled by a qualified
service professional.
• To prevent personal injury or damage
to the dryer, the electrical power cord
of a gas dryer must be plugged into a
properly grounded and polarized 3-prong
outlet. The third grounding prong must
never be removed. Never ground the
dryer to a gas pipe. DO NOT use an
extension cord or an adaptor plug.
• ALWAYS disconnect the dryer from the
electrical supply before attempting any
service or cleaning. Failure to do so can
result in electrical shock or injury.
• DO NOT use any type of spray cleanser
when cleaning dryer interior. Hazardous
fumes or electrical shock could occur.
• To prevent injury, DO NOT reach into the
dryer if the drum is moving. Wait until
the dryer has stopped completely before
reaching into the drum.
Prevent injury and damage to the
dryer
• All repairs and servicing must be
performed by an authorized service
provider unless specifically recommended
in this
Use & Care Guide
authorized factory parts.
• DO NOT tamper with controls.
• DO NOT sit on, step on or stand on the
dryer. DO NOT rest heavy loads on top.
The dryer is not meant to support weight.
• DO NOT install or store the dryer where
it will be exposed to water and/or to the
weather.
. Use only
Important Safety Information
• Thermal limiter switches automatically
turn off the motor in the unlikely event
of an overheated situation. A service
technician must replace the thermal
limiter switch(es) after correcting the fault.
• Failure to comply with these warnings
could result in serious personal injuries.
WARNING
FIRE/ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. DO NOT use an adaptor plug or extension cord or
remove grounding prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire, or death.
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10-30R
3-wire
(fused 30 amp)
14-30R
4-wire
(fused 30 amp)
240 v Electric Dryer
UL-approved service
cord must be installed
on electric dryers (not
provided with unit
except those
manufactured for sale
in Canada).
Grounding
type wall
receptacle
Power cord
with 3-prong
grounded plug
120 v Gas Dryer
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
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LED
Features
Drum Light
(on select models)
Display
Cycle
Selector
Control
Lock
Serial Number and
Model Number
3 Drum
Vanes
Front-Mounted
Moisture
Sensor
(on select
models)
Wide-Angle
Door Hinge
Reversible
Door
Door Latch
Exhaust
Channel
Outlet
Adjustable
Leveling Legs
Optional Heavy Duty
Door Striker
Collapsible Drying Rack*
LuxCare
TM
Lint Shield
Optional Stacking
Kit for Mounting on
Matching Washer*
*Not included with initial purchase. May be purchased as accessory.
Not all cycles, options, or features listed are available on every model.
Refer to the table below for an overview of features available for each model series.
TM
drum light
door
reversibility
LuxCare Dry
Predictive Dry
LuxCare
Lint Shield filter
perfect steam
anti-static
fast dry
extended
tumble
300 Series
400 Series
500 Series
600 Series
no yes no no yes no no no no
yes yes no no yes yes no 20
yes yes yes no yes yes yes 18
yes yes yes yes yes yes yes 15
min
min
min
no
yes
yes
A full listing of available settings for each model and detailed explanations of their settings
and options are described in the following sections:
Model series ....................................... 26
Setting chart - 300 series dryer ...........27
Setting chart - 400 series dryer ...........28
Setting chart - 500 series dryer ...........29
Cycle selection ...................................31
Cycle settings ..................................... 32
Cycle options .....................................33
Other features .....................................34
Setting chart - 600 series dryer ...........30
Pre-Installation Requirements
Installation Checklist
Exhaust Venting
Free-flowing, clear of lint buildup
4 inch (102 mm) rigid metal or
semi-rigid metal transition ducting
of minimal length and turns
NO foil or plastic venting material
Approved vent hood exhausted to
outdoors
Leveling
Dryer is level, side-to-side and front-
to-back
Cabinet is sitting solid on all corners
Gas Supply (Gas Dryer)
Manual shutoff valve present in
Tools and materials needed for installation:
supply
All connections sealed with approved
sealer and wrench tight
Conversion kit for LP GAS system
Gas supply turned on
No leaks present at all connections
- check with soapy water, NEVER
check with flame
Water Hookup (Select Models)
Inspect hoses for proper placement
of rubber washers
Water supply is turned on
Check for leaks
Steam model dryers require use of
ASSEMBLY HOSE KIT #5304495002
(not included) and must be
purchased separately.
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240v Electric Supply
(Electric Dryer)
Approved NEMA 10-30 or 14-30
service cord with all screws tight on
terminal block
Approved strain relief installed
Terminal access cover installed
before initial operation
Door Reversal
Follow detailed instructions in this
guide
Test hinge and latch for function
Electrical Power
House power turned on
Dryer plugged in
Final Checks
Installation Instructions and Use &
Care Guide read thoroughly
Door latches and drum tumbles
when cycle starts
Registration card sent in
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Pre-Installation Requirements
Tools and materials needed for installation:
or
LP-resistant
thread tape
(for natural
gas or
LP supply)
Gas line
(gas dryer)
Phillips,
straight, &
square bit
screwdrivers
Carpenter’s
½” NPT
union flare
adapters (x2)
and flexible
gas supply line
(gas dryer)
Adjustable
level
3-wire or 4-wire
240 volt cord kit
(electric dryer)
wrench
or
External
vent hood
Metal foil
tape (not
duct tape)
Adjustable
pliers
Pipe wrench
for gas
supply
4 inch, rigid metal or
semi-rigid metal exhaust duct work
4 in.
clamp
shutoff valve
(10.2 cm)
ASSEMBLY HOSE
KIT - P/N 5304495002,
for steam models only,
is not included and
must be purchased
separately.
WARNING
• Failure to follow safety warnings
• DO NOT install a booster fan in
• Install all clothes dryers in
FIRE HAZARD
exactly could result in serious injury,
death, or property damage.
dryer exhaust duct.
accordance with the installation
instructions in this manual.
Electrical system requirements
NOTE
Because of potentially inconsistent
voltage capabilities, the use of this dryer
with power created by gas powered
generators, solar powered generators,
wind powered generators or any other
generator other than the local utility
company is not recommended.
Electrical requirements for
electric dryer:
CIRCUIT - Individual 30 amp. branch circuit
fused with 30 amp. time delay fuses or
circuit breakers. Use separately fused
circuits for washer and dryer. DO NOT
operate washer and dryer on same circuit.
POWER SUPPLY - 3-wire or 4-wire,
120/240 volt, single phase, 60 Hz,
Alternating Current.
NOTE
A 120/208 volt, single phase, 60 Hz,
Alternating Current supply may be used on
dryers marked for use on rating plate.
IMPORTANT
Dryer is internally grounded to neutral
unless it was manufactured for sale in
Canada.
Only a 4-conductor cord shall be used
when the appliance is installed in a
location where grounding through the
neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding
through the neutral link is prohibited for: (1)
new branch circuit installations, (2) mobile
homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4)
areas where local codes DO NOT permit
grounding through the neutral.
Pre-Installation Requirements
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3-wire power supply cord
(not supplied)
3-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 10-30R)
The dryer MUST employ a 3-conductor
power supply cord NEMA 10-30 type
SRDT rated at 240 volt AC minimum,
30 amp, with 3 open end spade lug
connectors with upturned ends or closed
loop connectors and marked for use with
clothes dryers. For 3-wire cord connection
instructions see “Electrical connection
(non-Canada) - 3-wire cord” in Electrical
Installation section.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - NEMA 10-30R
receptacle to be located so the power
supply cord is accessible when the
dryer is in the installed position.
GROUNDING CONNECTION - See
“Grounding requirements” in Electrical
Installation section.
4-wire power supply cord
(not supplied)
4-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 14-30R)
The dryer MUST employ a 4-conductor
power supply cord NEMA 14-30 type
SRDT or DRT (as required) rated at 240
volt AC minimum, 30 amp, with 4 open end
spade lug connectors with upturned ends
or closed loop connectors and marked for
use with clothes dryers. For 4-wire cord
connection instructions see “Electrical
connection (non-Canada) - 4-wire cord” in
Electrical Installation section.
Electrical requirements for
gas dryer:
CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized
and grounded 15 amp. branch circuit
fused with 15 amp. time delay fuse or
circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY - 2-wire, with ground,
120 volt, single phase, 60 Hz, Alternating
Current.
POWER SUPPLY CORD - Dryer is equipped
with 120 volt 3-wire power cord.
GROUNDING CONNECTION - See
“Grounding requirements” in Electrical
Installation section.
WARNING
Improper grounding of the dryer may
cause serious injury or death. Check with
a licensed electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
NOTE
Dryers manufactured for sale in Canada
have factory-installed, 4-wire power
supply cord (NEMA 14-30).
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - NEMA 14-30R
receptacle to be located so the power
supply cord is accessible when the
dryer is in the installed position.
GROUNDING CONNECTION - See
“Grounding requirements” in Electrical
Installation section.
Gas supply requirements
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Uncoated copper tubing will corrode when
subjected to natural gas, causing gas leaks.
Use ONLY black iron, stainless steel, or
plastic-coated brass piping for gas supply.
1. The gas service to the dryer must
conform with local codes and
ordinances and the latest edition of the
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/
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Pre-Installation Requirements
NFPA 54, or in Canada, the Natural Gas
and Propane Installation Code, CSA
B149.1.
2. The gas supply line should be 1/2 inch
(1.27 cm) pipe.
3. If codes allow, flexible metal tubing may
be used to connect your dryer to the
gas supply line. The tubing MUST be
constructed of stainless steel or plasticcoated brass.
4. The gas supply line MUST have an
individual shutoff valve installed in
accordance with the B149.1, Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code.
5. A 1/8 inch (0.32 cm) N.P.T. plugged
tapping, accessible for test gauge
connection, MUST be installed
immediately upstream of the gas supply
connection to the dryer.
6. The dryer MUST be disconnected from
the gas supply piping system during
any pressure testing of the gas supply
piping system at test pressures in
excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).
7. The dryer MUST be isolated from the
gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of the gas supply
piping system at test pressures equal to
or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).
8. Connections for the gas supply
must comply with the Standard for
Connectors for Gas Appliances, ANSI
Z21.24/CSA 6.10.
The following are specific
requirements for proper and safe
operation of your dryer.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
• DO NOT install a clothes dryer with
flexible plastic or foil venting materials.
Flexible venting materials are known
to collapse, be easily crushed and
trap lint. These conditions will obstruct
clothes dryer airflow and increase the
risk of fire.
• If your present system is made up of
plastic or foil duct, replace it with a
rigid or semi-rigid metal duct. Ensure
the present duct is free of any lint
prior to installing dryer duct.
Correct Incorrect
Exhaust system requirements
Use only 4 inch (102 mm) diameter
(minimum) rigid or semi rigid metal duct
and approved vent hood which has a
swing-out damper or dampers that open
when the dryer is in operation. When
the dryer stops, the damper or dampers
automatically close to prevent drafts and
the entrance of insects and rodents. To
avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a
minimum of 12 inches (30.5 cm) clearance
between the vent hood and the ground or
any other obstruction.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
Failure to follow these instructions can
create excessive drying times and fire
hazards.
Correct Incorrect
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
• Failure to follow safety warnings
exactly could result in serious injury,
death, or property damage.
• DO NOT install a booster fan in dryer
exhaust duct.
• Install all clothes dryers in
accordance with the installation
instructions in this manual.
Pre-Installation Requirements
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WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
• A clothes dryer must be exhausted
outdoors.
• DO NOT
chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic, a
crawl space or any concealed space
of a building.
• A clothes dryer produces
combustible lint. If the dryer is not
exhausted outdoors, some fine lint
will be expelled into the laundry area.
An accumulation of lint in any area of
the home can create a health and fire
hazard.
• The dryer must be connected to an
exhaust outdoors.
• Regularly inspect the outdoor
exhaust opening and remove any
accumulation of lint around the
outdoor exhaust opening and in the
surrounding area.
exhaust dryer into a
WARNING
• DO NOT allow combustible materials
(for example: clothing, draperies/
curtains, paper) to come in contact
with exhaust system. The dryer MUST
NOT be exhausted into a chimney, a
wall, a ceiling, or any concealed space
of a building which can accumulate
lint, resulting in a fire hazard.
• DO NOT screen the exhaust ends of
the vent system, or use any screws,
rivets or other fasteners that extend
into the duct to assemble the exhaust
system. No screen, grate, or guard
of any mesh
size is allowed
to cover the
exhaust
opening. Lint
can become
caught in the screen, grate,
guard, or on the screws or
rivets, clogging the duct work
and creating a fire hazard as well
as increasing drying times. Use
an approved vent hood to terminate
the duct outdoors, and seal all joints
with metal foil tape. All male duct pipe
fittings MUST be installed downstream
with the flow of air.
FIRE HAZARD
WARNING
Exceeding the length of duct pipe
or number of elbows allowed in the
“MAXIMUM LENGTH” charts can cause
an accumulation of lint in the exhaust
system. Plugging the system could
create a fire hazard, as well as increase
drying times.
Number of 90° turns
0 125 ft. (38 m) 110 ft. (33.5 m)
1 115 ft. (35 m) 100 ft. (30.5 m)
2 105 ft. (32 m) 90 ft. (27.5 m)
3 95 ft. (29 m) 80 ft. (24.5 m)
4 85 ft. (26 m) 70 ft. (21.5 m)
MAXIMUM LENGTH
of 4” (102 mm) Rigid Metal Duct
VENT HOOD TYPE
(Preferred)
4”
(10.2 cm) louvered
(6.35 cm)
2.5”
WARNING
• DO NOT install flexible plastic or
flexible foil venting material.
• DO NOT exceed 8 ft. (2.4 m)
duct length if installing semirigid venting.
• DO NOT use screws, rivets or other
fasteners that extend into the duct to
assemble the exhaust system.
Exhaust direction
Directional exhausting can be accomplished by installing a quick-turn 90° dryer
vent elbow directly to exhaust outlet of
dryer. Dryer vent elbows are available
through your local parts distributor or
hardware store.
See also CLEARANCE
REQUIREMENTS.
FIRE HAZARD
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Pre-Installation Requirements
• Running the exhaust system through
NOTE
Use of 90° quickturn elbow required
to meet minimum installation depth.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
DO NOT install the dryer where gasoline
or other flammables are kept or stored.
If the dryer is installed in a garage, it
must be a minimum of 18 inches (45.7
cm) above the floor. Failure to do so can
result in death, explosion, fire or burns.
In installations where the exhaust system
is not described in the charts, the following
method must be used to determine if the
exhaust system is acceptable:
1. Connect an inclined or digital
manometer between the dryer and the
point the exhaust connects to the dryer.
2. Set the dryer timer and temperature to
air fluff (cool down) and start the dryer.
3. Read the measurement on the
manometer.
4. The system back pressure MUST
NOT be higher than 1.0 inch of water
column. If the system back pressure is
less than 1.0 inch of water column, the
system is acceptable. If the manometer
reading is higher than 1.0 inch of water
column, the system is too restrictive and
the installation is unacceptable.
Install male fittings in correct direction:
Correct Incorrect
Although vertical orientation of the
exhaust system is acceptable, certain
extenuating circumstances could affect the
performance of the dryer:
• Only the rigid metal duct work should
be used.
• Venting vertically through a roof may
expose the exhaust system to down
drafts causing an increase in vent
restriction.
an uninsulated area may cause
condensation and faster accumulation
of lint.
• Compression or crimping of the exhaust
system will cause an increase in vent
restriction.
• The exhaust system should be
inspected and cleaned a minimum
of every 18 months with normal
usage. The more the dryer is used,
the more often you should check the
exhaust system and vent hood for
proper operation and that it is free of
obstructions.
Manufactured or mobile home installation
1. Installation MUST conform to current
Manufactured Home Construction &
Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part
32-80 (formerly the Federal Standard for
Mobile Home Construction and Safety
for Mobile Homes, Title 24, HUD Part
280) or Standard CAN/CSAZ240 MH.
2. Dryer MUST be exhausted outside
(outdoors, not beneath the mobile
home) using metal ducting that will
not support combustion. Metal ducting
must be 4 inches (10.16 cm) in
diameter with no obstructions. Rigid
metal duct is preferred.
3. If dryer is exhausted through the floor
and area beneath the mobile home is
enclosed, the exhaust system MUST
terminate outside the enclosure with
the termination securely fastened to a
non-combustible portion of the mobile
home structure.
4. Refer to previous sections in this guide
for other important exhaust venting
system requirements.
5. When installing a gas dryer into a
mobile home, a provision must be made
for outside make up air. This provision is
to be not less than twice the area of the
dryer exhaust outlet.
6. Installer MUST anchor this (1) dryer
or (2) dryer mounted on pedestal to
the floor with approved Mobile Home
Installation Kit - P/N 137067200.
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