Whirlpool Cabrio WED6200S, Cabrio WED6400S, Cabrio WGD6400S, Cabrio WGD6200S User Manual

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JOB AID
Part No. 8178584
GAS & ELECTRIC
DRYERS
CONSUMER CARE TECHNICAL
EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS
MODELS: ELECTRIC - WED6200S & WED6400S
GAS - WGD6200S & WGD6400S
FORWARD
This Whirlpool Job Aid, “Cabrio™ Gas & Electric Dryers” (Part No.8178584), provides the In-Home Service Professional with information on the installation, operation, and service of the Cabrio Gas & Electric Dryers. For specific information on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,” or “Tech Sheet” provided with the dryer.
The Wiring Diagrams used in this Job Aid are typical and should be used for training purposes only. Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when servicing the dryer.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goal of this Job Aid is to provide information that will enable the In-Home Service Professional to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Cabrio™ Gas & Electric Dryers.
The objectives of this Job Aid are to:
• Understand and follow proper safety precautions.
• Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions.
• Successfully perform necessary repairs.
• Successfully return the dryer to its proper operational status.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made on our products by anyone other than authorized In-Home Service Professionals.
Copyright © 2006, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Dryer Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Model & Serial Number Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Model & Serial Number Label & Tech Sheet Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
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INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
PRODUCT OPERATION
Dryer Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Dryer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11
COMPONENT ACCESS
Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Removing The Encoder, User Interface Board, And Machine Control
Removing The Cabinet Front And Door Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Belt, Drum, & Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Drive Motor And Belt Switch Removing The Thermal Fuse & Exhaust Thermistor Removing The High-Limit Thermostat And Thermal Cutoff (TCO)
(Gas Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Removing The Thermal Cutoff (TCO), Heater, And Inlet
Thermistor/High-Limit Thermostat (Electric Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Flame Sensor And Gas Burner Assembly
(Gas Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Removing The Moisture Sensor And Metal Oxide Varistors (MOVs) Removing The Drum Light Assembly
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
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4-5 4-7
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11
4-13
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
COMPONENT TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Door Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Thermal Fuse & Exhaust Thermistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High-Limit Thermostat & Thermal Cutoff (TCO) (Gas Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flame Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Gas Burner Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Burner Ignitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Electric Heater (Dual Element) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Thermal Cutoff (TCO) And Inlet Thermistor/High-Limit Thermostat
(Electric Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Drive Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Belt Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
5-2 5-2
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DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Electric Dryers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Display Fault Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Diagnostic Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Diagnostic Tests Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Tests
Adjusting Customer-Focused Drying Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Front Panel/Drum Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing & Removing The Electronic Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Back Panel
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
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6-14 6-14 6-15
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Gas Dryers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Display Fault Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Diagnostic Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Diagnostic Tests Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Tests
Adjusting Customer-Focused Drying Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Front Panel/Drum Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing & Removing The Electronic Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Back Panel
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
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6-28 6-29 6-29
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WIRING DIAGRAMS & STRIP CIRCUITS
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Electric Dryers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Strip Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Gas Dryers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Strip Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
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GENERAL
DANGER
WARNING
DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS
MODEL NUMBER
MODEL NUMBER W E D 6 4 00 S W 0
BRAND
W = Whirlpool E = Estate R = Roper I = Inglis
ACCESS / FUEL
T = Top Load G = Gas F = Front Load H = Horizontal W = Work Space V = Vertical E = Electric
PRODUCT
W = Washer P = Pedestal D = Dryer B = Combo T = Thin Twin C = Compact
SERIES
1 = Innovation 6 = Oasis 2 = Commercial 7 = Merloni 3 = Compact 8 = Horizon 4 = Stack 9 = Duet/Combo 5 = LEAP
PRICE POINT LEVELS (1 - 7)
TRADE PARTNER
00 = Brand 30 = NATM 10 = SBC 40 = Lowe’s 20 = Best Buy
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION
S = 2006 T = 2007
COLOR CODE
W = White w/Silver Metallic Console G = Biscuit w/Gold Metallic Console B = Black w/Black Metallic Console
ENGINEERING CHANGE
0 = Basic Original Release 1 = First Revision
SERIAL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER M T 41 10200
MANUFACTURING SITE
M = Marion, OH
YEAR OF PRODUCTION
T = 2006
WEEK OF PRODUCTION
41 = 41st Week
PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER
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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL &
TECH SHEET LOCATIONS
The Model/Serial Number Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.
Tech Sheet Location (Access Under Console)
Model/Serial
Number Location
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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL NUMBERS
ELECTRIC WED6200SW WED6400SW, G, B GAS WGD6200SW WGD6400SW, G, B PRIMARY FEATURES CAPACITY (CU. FT.) CAPACITY Super Capacity Plus Super Capacity Plus # OF CYCLES 7 7 HEAVY DUTY NORMAL x x CASUAL x x DELICATE x x TIMED DRY QUICK DRY x x TOUCH UP x x DAMP DRY SIGNAL x x TEMPERATURE SETTINGS HIGH 155 ±5°F (68.3°C) 155 ±5°F (68.3°C) MEDIUM 140 ±5°F (60°C) 140 ±5°F (60°C) LOW 125 ±5°F (51.6°C) 125 ±5°F (51.6°C) EX-LOW (ULTRA DELICATE) 105 ±5°F (40.5°C) 105 ±5°F (40.5°C) AIR ONLY CABINET COLOR WHITE x x BISQUIT x BLACK x TOP FINISH DOOR Solid Glass UTILITIES MOTOR RATING HEATER ELEMENT GAS BTU 22,000 BTU 22,000 BTU U.L. RATED LOAD 18 LBS (8.16 KG) 18 LBS (8.16 KG) UNIT DIMENSIONS HEIGHT 42 IN (106.6 CM) 42 IN (106.6 CM) WIDTH 29 IN (73.6 CM) 29 IN (73.6 CM) DEPTH 30 1/8 IN (76.5 CM) 30 1/8 IN (76.5 CM)
SHIPPING WEIGHT
Single Element 5400W Dual Element (2) 2700W
Gas - 150 LBS (68.1 KG)
Electric - 145 LBS (65.7 KG)
7 7
x x
x x
x x
Painted Porcelain
1/3 HP 1/3 HP
Gas - 151 LBS (68.4 KG)
Electric - 147 LBS (66.7 KG)
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INSTALLATION INFORMATION
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the in structions provided with any tools listed here.
Electric Models
Flat-blade screwdriver
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Adjustable wrench that opens to 1˝
• (2.5 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet)
Wire stripper (for direct wire installations)
• Tin snips (new vent installations)
• Level
• Vent clamps
• Caulking gun and compound (for installing
• new exhaust vent)
Tape measure
Gas Models
8˝ or 10˝ pipe wrench
• 8˝ or 10˝ adjustable wrench (for gas con-
• nections)
Flat-blade screwdriver
• Adjustable wrench that opens to 1˝
• (2.54 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet)
1/4˝ nut driver or socket wrench
• Level
• Vent clamps
• Knife
• Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas
• Caulking gun and compound (for installing
• new exhaust vent)
Pliers
• Tape measure
Parts supplied:
Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts were included.
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Parts needed:
Check local codes and with gas supplier. Check existing gas supply, electrical supply and venting. Read “Electrical Requirements,” “Gas Supply Requirements” and “Venting Re­quirements” before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following) that may be ordered by calling the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. For ordering information, please refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Use & Care Guide.” You may also con tact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.
Mobile home installation kit. Ask for Part
• Number 346764.
Metal exhaust system hardware.
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43½"
(110.5cm)
*29¼"
(74.3cm)
22
¼"
(56.5cm)
29"
(73.7cm)
WARNING
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.
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.
Dryer Dimensions
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
You will need
A location that allows for proper exhaust in-
• stallation. See “Venting Requirements.”
A separate 30-amp circuit.
If you are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”
A sturdy floor to support the total weight
• (dryer and load) of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appli ance should also be considered.
A level floor with a maximum slope of
• 1˝ (2.5 cm) under entire dryer.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45
°F (7°C). At lower temperatures, the
dryer might not shut off at the end of an auto matic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
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 inspec tor.
*Most installations require a minimum 5˝ (12.7 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Re quirements.”
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recom­mended for this dryer. This dryer has been tested for spacing of 0
˝ (0 cm) clearance on
the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should be considered for the following rea sons:
Additional spacing should be considered
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for ease of installation and servicing.
Additional clearances might be required for
• wall, door and floor moldings.
Additional spacing should be considered
• on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer.
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For closet installation, with a door, mini
• mum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.
Companion appliance spacing should also
• be considered.
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NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer.
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Additional spacing is required if you ex-
A. Recessed area B. Side view - closet or confined area C. Closet door with vents
A
B
C
18"* (45.7 cm)
1" (2.5 cm
)
29"
(73.7 cm)
1" (2.5 cm
)
1"* (2.5 cm
)
14" max.* (35.6c
m)
29¼" (74.3 cm
)
5" (12.7 cm)
48 in. * (310 cm
)
2
2
24 in. * (155 cm
)
2
2
3"* (7.6 cm
)
3"
*
(7.6 cm
)
• haust out the rear of the dryer to either the right or left side.
*Required 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 Con struction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280), or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.
Mobile home installations require:
Metal exhaust system hardware, which is
• available for purchase from your dealer.
Mobile home Installation Kit Part Number
346764.
Special provisions must be made in mo-
• bile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a nearby win dow) should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ­U.S.A. ONLY
Electric Models Only
It is your responsibility
To contact a qualified electrical installer.
To be sure that the electrical connection
• is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70­latest edition and all local codes and ordi­nances.
The National Electric Code requires a 4-
wire supply connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home installa­tions.
A copy of the above code standards can be
obtained from: National Fire Protection As sociation, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single
• phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only elec­trical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/ rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-de lay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit.
Do not use an extension cord.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire
• is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.
This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire electrical supply connection. The neutral ground wire is permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be removed from the external ground conductor screw (green screw), and secured under the neu tral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block. When the neutral ground wire is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neu tral conductor.
A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the appliance is installed in a lo cation where grounding through the neutral
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conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch­circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductors.
If using a power supply cord:
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain:
A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rat-
• ed 120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.
A UL listed strain relief.
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Electrical Connection
To properly install your dryer, you must deter­mine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here.
If local codes do not permit the connection
• of a neutral ground wire to the neutral wire, see “Optional 3-wire connection” section.
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If your outlet looks like this:
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
3-wire receptacle (10-30R)
Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge copper wires and match a 4-wire recepta cle of NEMA Type 14-30R. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be either green or bare. The neutral conductor must be identi­fied by a white cover.
If your outlet looks like this:
Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R.
If connecting by direct wire:
Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be:
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event
of malfunction or breakdown, ground ing will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This dryer uses a cord having an equipment-grounding conduc tor and a grounding plug. The plug must
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be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in ac­cordance with all local codes and ordi nances.
For a permanently connected dryer:
This dryer must be connected to a ground
ed metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and con­nected to the equipment-grounding termi nal or lead on the dryer.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can re sult in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representa tive or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
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Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic
• sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), protected with flexible metallic conduit. All current-carrying wires must be insulated.
10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use
• aluminum).
At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS -
WARNING
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
CANADA ONLY
Electric Models Only
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
It is your responsibility
To contact a qualified electrical installer.
To be sure that the electrical connection
• is adequate and in conformance with the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1-latest edition and all local codes. A copy of the above codes standard may be obtained from: Canadian Standards Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Toronto, ON M9W 1R3 CANADA.
To supply the required 4 wire, single phase,
• 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only electrical sup ply on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual branch circuit.
Do not use an extension cord.
If you are using a replacement power sup-
• ply cord, it is recommended that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 3394208. For further information, please reference the service numbers lo cated in the “Assistance or Service” sec tion of the “Use & Care Guide.”
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event
of malfunction or breakdown, ground ing will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This dryer uses a cord having an equipment-grounding conduc tor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in ac­cordance with all local codes and ordi nances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can re sult in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representa tive or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do
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not modify the plug provided with the dryer; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper out let installed by a qualified electrician.
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This dryer is equipped with a CSA Inter-
• national Certified Power Cord intended to be plugged into a standard 14-30R wall re ceptacle. The cord is 5 ft (1.52 m) in length. Be sure wall receptacle is within reach of dryer’s final location.
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WARNING
A. Strain relief tab pointing up B. Hole
below terminal block opening C. Clamp section D. Strain relief tab pointing
down
A
B
C
D
WARNING
A. Terminal block cover B. Hold-down screw C. External ground conductor screw D. Center, silver-colored terminal
block screw E. Neutral ground wire F. Hole below terminal block openin
g
E
F
A
B
C
D
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ­U.S.A. ONLY
POWER SUPPLY CORD
DIRECT WIRE
Fire Hazard
Use 10 gauge solid copper wire.
Fire Hazard
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.
Use a UL listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center terminal (silver).
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to green ground connector.
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining 2 terminals (gold).
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove the hold-down screw and termi­nal block cover.
Use a UL listed strain relief.
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center terminal (silver).
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to green ground connector.
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining 2 terminals (gold).
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
3. Install strain relief.
Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief
Remove the screws from a 3/4˝ (1.9 cm)
• UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the tabs of the two clamp sec tions into the hole below the terminal block opening so that one tab is pointing up and the other is pointing down, and hold in place. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to hold the two clamp sections together.
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Put power supply cord through the strain
A. Removable conduit connector B. Hole below terminal block openin
g
C. Strain relief thread
s
B
C
A
* If local codes do not permit the connection of a cabinet-ground
conductor to the neutral wire, go to
“Optional 3-wire connection”
section
.
If your home has:
And you will be connecting to:
Go to Section:
4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)
A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord
*
4-wire connection: Power Supply
Cord
4-wire direct
disconnect or circuit breaker box*
4-wire connection
:
Direct Wire
3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)
A UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-amp, dryer power supply cord
*
3-wire connection
:
Power Supply Cord
3-wire direct
A fused
A fused
disc
onnect or circuit breaker box*
3-wire connection
:
Direct Wire
(12.7 cm)
5"
(8.9 cm)
3
¹⁄2
"
• relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a hori zontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point.
Put direct wire cable through the strain re-
• lief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against
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the direct wire cable.
Style 2: Direct wire strain relief
Unscrew the removable conduit connector
• and any screws from a 3/4 listed strain relief (UL marking on strain re lief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief through the hole below the terminal block opening. Reaching inside the termi­nal block opening, screw the removable conduit connector onto the strain relief threads.
˝ (1.9 cm) UL
4. Now complete installation following in­structions for your type of electrical con nection:
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4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
Electrical Connection Options
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4-wire connection: Power supply cord
A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plu
g
C.
Ground prong
D. Neutral
prong E. Spade terminals with upturned ends F.
³⁄
4
(1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
G. Ring terminals
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
˝
A. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line shows
position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved to center silver-colored terminal block screw.
B. Center silver-colored terminal block scre
w C. Neutral ground wire D. Neutral
wire (white or center wire)
E.
¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
A
C
B
D
E
A. External ground conductor screw B. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply
cord
C. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relie
f
D. Center silver-colored terminal block scre
w
E. Neutral ground wire
F. Neutral wire
(white or center wire)
D
E
F
A
C
B
IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections.
1. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw.
2. Remove neutral ground wire from exter
­nal ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord under center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.
4. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.
5. Tighten strain relief screws.
6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
7. You have completed your electrical con nection. Now go to “Venting Require ments.”
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4-wire connection: Direct Wire
A
C
B
D
E
A. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line shows
position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being mo ved to
center silver-colored terminal block screw. B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw C. Neutral ground wire D. Neutral wire (white or
center wire)
E. ¾"
(1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections.
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer can be moved if need ed.
Strip 5˝ (12.7 cm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5 (12.7 cm). Cut 1-1/2 ing wires. Strip insulation back 1
˝ (3.8 cm) from 3 remain-
˝ (2.5 cm).
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Shape ends of wires into a hook shape.
When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw, as shown.
1. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
2. Remove neutral ground wire from exter nal ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and place the hooked
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end (hook facing right) of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of the terminal block. Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screw.
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3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of
A. External ground conductor screw
B.
Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord
C.
¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
D. Center silver-colored terminal block scre
w
E. Neutral ground wire
F. Neutral
wire (white or center wire)
A
B
C
D
E
F
A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug
C. Neutral
prong
D. Spade terminals with upturned ends
E.
³⁄
4
" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
F. Ring terminal
s
G. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
A
B
D
C
E
F
G
A. External ground conductor screw B. Neutral ground wire C. Center silver-colored terminal block scre
w
D. Neutral wire (white or
center wire)
E.
³⁄
4
" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
A
B
C
D
E
direct wire cable to external ground con ductor screw. Tighten screw.
3-wire connection: Power supply cord
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Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
1. Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the ter­minal block. Tighten screw.
4. Place the hooked ends of the other di­rect wire cable wires under the outer ter
­minal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.
5. Tighten strain relief screw.
6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal
7. You have completed your electrical con­nection. Now go to “Venting Require ments.”
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block screws. Tighten screws.
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4. Tighten strain relief screws.
1
.
A. External ground conductor screw B. Neutral ground wire C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw D. Neutral wire (white or center wire
)
E.
³⁄
4
" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
A
C
D
E
B
5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
6. You have completed your electrical con­nection. Now go to “Venting Require ments.”
3-wire connection: Direct Wire
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer can be moved if need ed.
Strip 3-1/2˝ (8.9 cm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip insulation back 1
˝ (2.5 cm).
If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with outer covering. Shape ends of wires into a hook shape.
1. Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block
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(hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw.
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3. Place the hooked ends of the other di-
­When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze
rect wire cable wires under the outer ter minal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten
screws. hooked end together and tighten screw, as shown.
4. Tighten strain relief screw.
5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
6. You have completed your electrical con nection. Now go to “Venting Require
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Optional 3-wire connection
A. External ground conductor screw B. Center silver-colored terminal block scre
w C. Neutral ground wire D. Neutral wire (white or
center wire)
E.
³⁄
4
" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
F. Grounding
path determined by a qualified electrician
A
B
C
D
F
E
Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connect ing cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.
1. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.
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2. Remove neutral ground wire from exter nal ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord/cable under center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.
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4. Tighten strain relief screws.
5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.
6. Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external ground conductor screw to an adequate ground.
7. You have completed your electrical con­nection. Now go to “Venting Require ments.”
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
Gas Models Only
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
A 120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time­delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommend­ed. It is recommended that a separate cir cuit serving only this dryer be provided.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the
event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of elec tric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in ac cordance with all local codes and ordi nances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representa­tive or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the dry-
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er: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
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WARNING
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
A.
³⁄
8
"
³⁄
8
flexible gas connector B. " pipe to flare adapter fitting C.
¹⁄
8
" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. ½" NPT gas supply line E. Gas shutoff valve
A
B
E
D
C
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line.
Install a shut-off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure gas pressure does not exceed 13˝ (33 cm) water column.
Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel, authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
GAS SUPPLY LINE
1/2˝ IPS pipe is recommended.
3/8˝ approved tubing is acceptable for
• lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit.
Must include 1/8˝ NPT minimum plugged
• tapping accessible for test gauge connec tion, immediately upstream of the gas con nection to the dryer (see illustration).
If you are using Natural gas, do not use
• copper tubing.
Lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m) should use larger
• tubing and a different size adapter fitting.
If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8
˝ LP compatible copper tubing can
be used. If the total length of the supply line is more than 20 ft (6.1 m), use larger pipe.
NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist
the action of LP gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON
Must include a shutoff valve:
®†
tape.
In the U.S.A.:
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GAS TYPE
Natural Gas:
This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is design-certified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with appro priate conversion.
The dryer must have the correct burner for
• the type of gas in your home. Burner infor mation is located on the rating plate in the door well of your dryer. If this information does not agree with the type of gas avail­able, contact your dealer.
LP gas conversion:
An individual manual shutoff valve must be
installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.
In Canada:
­ An individual manual shutoff valve must be
installed in accordance with the B149.1,
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Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual manual shutoff valve be installed within six (6) feet (1.8 m) of the dryer.
The location should be easy to reach for
opening and closing.
Conversion must be made by a qualified technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the ap­pliance from the gas specified on the model/ serial rating plate for use with a different gas without consulting your gas company.
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GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION
A. ³⁄8" NPT dryer pipe
A
2"
(5.1 cm)
³⁄4"
(1.9 cm)
REQUIREMENTS
Use an elbow and a 3/8˝ flare x 3/8˝ NPT
• adapter fitting between the flexible gas con nector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to avoid kinking.
Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use
• TEFLON®† tape.
This dryer must be connected to the gas
• supply line with a listed flexible gas con nector that complies with the standard for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24 or CSA 6.10.
®†
TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. DuPont
De Nemours and Company.
BURNER INPUT REQUIREMENTS
Elevations above 2,000 ft (610 m):
When installed above 2,000 ft (610 m) a
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4% reduction of the burner B.T.U. rating shown on the model/serial number plate is required for each 1000 ft (305 m) increase in elevation.
Gas Supply Pressure Testing
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The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 1/2 psi.
DRYER GAS PIPE
The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a 3/8 thread.
˝ male pipe
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VENTING REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
4"
10.2 cm
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
If this is a new vent system
Vent material
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic
• or metal foil vent.
4˝ (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
• and clamps must be used. DURASAFE venting products are recommended.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dry-
er 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 or a con cealed space of a building.
If using an existing vent system
Clean lint from the entire length of the sys-
• tem and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with
• rigid or flexible heavy metal vent.
Review Vent system chart. Modify existing
• vent system if necessary to achieve the best drying performance.
DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more information, see the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Use & Care Guide.”
Rigid 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.
Flexible metal vent
Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if
• accessible for cleaning.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended
• and supported when the dryer is in its final position.
Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid
• sagging and kinking that may result in re duced airflow and poor performance.
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Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed
• walls, ceilings or floors.
Elbows
Good Better
Clamp
A. Louvered hood style B. Box hood styl
e
4"
(
10.2 cm
)
4"
(10.2 cm)
B
A
4"
(10.2 cm)
2½"
(6.4 cm)
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° el­bows.
Clamps
Use clamps to seal all joints.
Exhaust vent must not be connected or se-
• cured with screws or other fastening devic es that extend into the interior of the duct. Do not use duct tape.
Exhaust
Recommended hood styles are shown here.
The angled hood style (shown here) is ac­ceptable.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to
• keep rodents and insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12˝ (30.5 cm)
• from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers,
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rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).
Do not use an exhaust hood with a mag-
• netic latch.
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in:
Moisture damage to woodwork, furni-
• ture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc.
Housecleaning problems and health
• problems.
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PLAN VENT SYSTEM
A. Dryer
B. Elbo
w C. Wall D.
Exhaust hood
E. Clamps
F. Rigid metal or flexible metal ven
t
G. Vent length necessary to connect
elbows
H. Exhaust outlet
A
B
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A. Over-the-top installation (also available with one
offset elbow)
B. Periscope installatio
n
C. Rear
exhaust installation to left or right side
A
B
C
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for pur chase. Please see the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Use & Care Guide” to order:
Over-the-Top Installation:
Part Number 4396028
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
Rear exhaust installation to left or right
• side:
Part Number 8212504
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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.
Special provisions for mobile home instal lations
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.
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Number of 90º turns or elbows
Type of vent
Box or Louver
ed
hoods
Angled hoods
0 Rigid meta
l
Flexible meta
l
64 ft (20 m) 36 ft (11 m)
58
ft (17.7 m)
28 ft (8.5 m)
1 Rigid meta
l
Flexible meta
l
54
ft (16.5 m)
31 ft (9.4 m)
48 ft (14.6 m) 23 ft (7 m)
2 Rigid metal
Flexible meta
l
44 ft (13.4 m) 27 ft (8.2 m)
38
ft (11.6 m)
19 ft (5.8 m)
3 Rigid meta
l
Flexible meta
l
35 ft (10.7 m) 25 ft (7.6 m)
29 ft (8.8 m) 17 ft (5.2 m)
4 Rigid meta
l
Flexible meta
l
27 ft (8.2 m) 23 ft (7 m)
21 ft (6.4 m) 15 ft (4.6 m)
Determine vent path
Select the route that will provide the
• straightest and most direct path outdoors.
Plan the installation to use the fewest num-
• ber of elbows and turns.
When using elbows or making turns, allow
• as much room as possible.
Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.
• Use the fewest 90° turns possible.
Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance
Use the following Vent system chart 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 speci fied will:
Shorten the life of the dryer.
The Vent system chart provides venting re­quirements that will help to achieve the best drying performance.
Vent system chart
NOTE: Performance of rear exhaust to ei-
ther side of the dryer is equivalent to adding one elbow. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one elbow to the chart.
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Reduce performance, resulting in longer
drying times and increased energy us age.
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INSTALL VENT SYSTEM
WARNING
A. Flared male thread B. Non-flared male threa
d
A
B
1. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking com­pound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.
2. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4˝ (10.2 cm) clamp.
3. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible. See “Deter mine vent path” in “Plan Vent System.” Avoid 90
° turns. Use clamps to seal all
joints. Do not use duct tape, screws or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the vent to secure vent.
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
4. Screw the legs into the leg holes by hand. Use a wrench to finish turning the legs until the diamond marking is no longer visible.
5. Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under each of the 2 dryer back corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its final location. Leave enough
­room to connect the exhaust vent.
For mobile home use
Gas dryers must be securely fastened to the floor.
Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Kit. See “Tools and Parts” section for information on ordering.
MAKE GAS CONNECTION (GAS MODELS ONLY)
1. Remove the red cap from the gas pipe.
1. To protect the floor, use a large, flat piece of cardboard from the dryer carton. Place cardboard under the entire back edge of the dryer.
2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the top or console panel). Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard. See illustration.
3. Examine the leveling legs. Find the dia­mond marking.
2. Using a wrench to tighten, connect the gas supply to the dryer. Use pipe-joint compound on the threads of all nonflared male fittings. If flexible metal tubing is used, be sure there are no kinks.
NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must
use pipe-joint compound resistant to the action of LP gas. Do not use TEFLON
®†
tape.
®† TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. DuPont De Nemours and Company.
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A combination of pipe fittings must be used
A.
³⁄
8
³⁄
8
³⁄8³⁄
8
³⁄
8
" flexible gas connector
B.
" drye
r pipe
C. " to " pipe elbo
w
D. " pipe-to-flare adapter fittin
g
A
B
C
D
A. Closed valve B.
Open valve
A
B
to connect the dryer to the existing gas line. Shown is a recommended connection. The connection may be different, according to the supply line type, size and location.
3. Open the shutoff valve in the supply line. The valve is open when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.
2. Move dryer into its final location. Do not crush or kink vent.
3. (On gas models) Make sure that there are no kinks in the flexible gas line.
4. Once the exhaust vent connection is made, remove the corner posts and card board.
LEVEL DRYER
Check the levelness of the dryer by first plac­ing a level on the top of the dryer near the console.
Then, by placing a level in the crease on the side of the dryer between the top of the dryer and the dryer cabinet, check the levelness from front to back.
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4. Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a leak. Cor rect any leak found.
CONNECT VENT
1. Using a 4˝ (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is clean. The dryer vent must fit over the dryer ex­haust outlet and inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4˝ (10.2 cm) clamp.
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If the dryer is not level, prop up the dryer using a wood block. Use a wrench to adjust the legs up or down and check again for levelness.
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