Whirlpool WED7800XW0, WED7600XW0, WED7800XB0, WED7400XW0, WED7800XL0 Installation Guide
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ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
U.S.A. ONLY
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................. 1
DRYER SAFETY .............................................................................. 1
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................ 2
Tools and Parts ............................................................................ 2
Optional Equipment ..................................................................... 2
Location Requirements ................................................................ 3
ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP ......................................... 4
Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 4
Electrical Connection ................................................................... 5
VENTING ........................................................................................ 10
Venting Requirements ................................................................ 10
Plan Vent System ....................................................................... 11
Install Vent System ..................................................................... 12
INSTALL LEVELING LEGS ........................................................... 12
CONNECT VENT ........................................................................... 12
CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODELS) .............................. 13
LEVEL DRYER .............................................................................. 13
COMPLETE INSTALLATION ....................................................... 13
Reverse Door Swing ................................................................... 14
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................. 15
Dryer Operation .......................................................................... 15
Dryer Results.............................................................................. 16
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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WARNING - "Risk of Fire"
- Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
- Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes.
- Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials, if fle×ible metal
(foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance
manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Fle×ible 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.
- To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
- Save these instructions.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Steam Models
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read
and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Flat-blade screwdriver
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (25 mm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
Level
Wire stripper (direct wire
installations)
Vent clamps
Parts supplied:
Non-SteamModels
4 Leveling legs
• Caulking gun and compound
(for installingnew exhaust
vent)
• Tin snips (new vent
installations)
• 1¼,,nut driver
(recommended)
• Tape measure
• Pliers
A B E
A. Leveling legs (4)
S. "Y" connector
C. Short inlet hose
Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts are
included.
NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing
on a pedestal.
Parts needed
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting.
See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before
purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. Forfurther information, please refer to the "Assistance
or Service" section in your Use and Care Guide.
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D. Inlet hose with fight-angle
connector
E. Rubber washer
Optional Equipment
Refer to your Use and Care guide for information about the
accessories available for your dryer.
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Location Requirements
Dryer Dimensions
431/2"
(1105 mini
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (460 ram) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
You will need
• A location that allows proper exhaust installation.See "Venting
Requirements."
• Aseparate 30-amp circuit.
• If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet
within 2 ft (610 mm) of either side of dryer. See "Electrical
Requirements."
• A sturdy floor to support total dryer weight of 200 Ibs. (90.7 kg).
Also consider combined weight of acompanion appliance.
• A level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
dryer. Ifslope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer
Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. Clothes may not tumble properly
and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is
not level.
• For a garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (457 mm)
above floor. If using a pedestal, you will need 18" (457 mm) to
bottom of dryer.
• Steam models only: Cold water faucets located within
4 ft. (1.2 m) of dryer, and water pressure of 20-100 psi
(137.9-689.6 kPa). Cold water supply may come from
washer using "Y" connector provided.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). At
lower temperatures, the dryer may not shut off at the end of an
automatic sensor cycle, possibly resulting in longer drying times.
Do not install or store dryer where it will be exposed to water and/or
weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installation of dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping
quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Installation clearances
Location must be largeenoughto allowdryer door to open fully.
221/4"
(565 ram)
NOTE: Most installations require minimum 5" (127 mm) clearance
for exhaust vent with elbow. See "Venting Requirements."
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer.
Dryer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides
and rear. Consider recommended spacing for following reasons:
• Consider additional spacing for ease of installation and service.
• May need additional clearance for wall, door, and floor moldings.
• Consider additional spacing on all sides of dryer to reduce noise
transfer.
• For closet installation,with a door, minimum ventilation openings
in the top and bottom of the door are required. Equivalent
ventilation openings in Iouvered doors are acceptable.
• Consider spacing for companion appliance.
• Additional space required for rear exhaust of dryer to right or left.
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(25ram) (737ram) (25ram) 1743ram)
Recessed
area
Side view- closet Closet door with
or confined area vents
*Required spacing
Mobile home - Additional installation requirements
Dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. Installation must
conform to Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard,
Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly Federal Standard for Mobile Home
Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard CAN/
CSA-Z240 MH.
(310crn2)
(76ram)
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24">
(155crn2)
P_-5"
(127ram)
Mobile home installations require:
• Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase from
your dealer.
• Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce
outside air into dryer. Openings (such as a nearby window)
should be at least twice as large as dryer exhaust opening.
ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP
Electrical Requirements
It is your responsibility
• Tocontact a qualified electrical installer.
• To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and
in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.
The National Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power 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 Association, One Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269.
• Tosupply 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-delay 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.
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.
• This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire
electrical supply connection. The neutral ground conductor
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 conductor must be
removed from the external ground connector (green screw),
and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire)
of the terminal block. When the neutral ground conductor
is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire)
of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from
the neutral conductor.
• If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground
wire to the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection"
section.
• A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when
the appliance is installed in a location where grounding through
the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through
the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit 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, rated 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.
ff your outlet looks like this:
with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain
(_ Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord
4-wire receptacle conductor) may be either green or bare.
(14-30R) The neutral conductor must be identified
If your outlet looks like this:
3-wire receptacle
(10-30R)
If connecting by direct wire:
Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire)
and be:
• 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.
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 receptacle of NEMA
Type 14-30R. The ground wire (ground
by a white cover.
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.
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 electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This dryer uses 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 accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
[] For a permanently connected dryer:
This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the dryer.
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 on the power
supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Electrical Connection
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.
Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief
Remove screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief
(UL marking on strain relief). Put tabs of the two clamp
sections into hole below terminal block opening so that
one tab is pointing up and the other is pointing down, and
hold in place. Tighten strain relief screws enough to hold two
clamp sections together.
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A. Strain relief tab pointing up
B. Hole below terminal block
opening
C. Clamp section
D. Strain relief tab pointing down
Put power supply cord through strain relief. Be sure that wire
insulation on power supply cord is inside strain relief. Strain
relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in
a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief
screws at this point.
1. Disconnect Power.
2. Remove hold-down screw and terminal block cover.
AB C D
A. Terminal block cover
B. Hold-down screw
C. External ground conductor
screw
D. Center, silver-colored terminal
block screw
E.Neutral ground wire
E Hole below terminal block
opening
3. Install strain relief.
Style 2: Direct wire strain relief
E
F
Fire Hazard
Use 10 gauge solid copper wire.
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.
Unscrew removable conduit connector and any screws from
a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain
relief). Put threaded section of strain relief through hole
below terminal block opening. Reaching inside terminal
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