Whirlpool WED8300SW Owner's Manual

ELECTRONIC

GAS & ELECTRIC

DRYERS

CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICAL

EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS

L-79

JOB AID

Part No. 8178559

MODELS: WED8300SW, WED8500SR WGD8300SW

, WGD8500SR

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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made on our products by anyone other than Authorized Service Technicians.

FORWARD

This Whirlpool Job Aid, “Duet Sport™ Electronic Gas & Electric Dryers” (Part No. 8178559), provides the technician with information on the installation, operation, and service of the Duet Sport

™

Electronic 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 unit.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The goal of this Job Aid is to provide information that will enable the service technician to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Duet Sport

™

Electronic 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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Dryer Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Model & Serial Number Designations

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Model & Serial Number Label And Tech Sheet Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

INSTALLATION INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

PRODUCT OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Dryer Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Dryer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11

COMPONENT ACCESS

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Component Locations

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Removing The Console And The Console Electronics Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Removing

The Machine Control Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Removing

The Door Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Removing

The Moisture Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Removing

The Drum Light Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Removing

The Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Removing

The Thermal Fuse & Exhaust Thermistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

Removing

The Belt & Drum, And Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Removing

The Drive Motor And Belt Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12

Removing

The Ignitor, Flame Sensor, High-Limit Thermostat,

And Thermal Cutoff (Gas Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14

Removing

The Gas Burner Assembly Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16

Removing

The Heater, High-Limit Thermostat, And Thermal Cutoff (Electric Models Only)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17

Removing The Dryer Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18

COMPONENT TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Moisture Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Door Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Thermal Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Exhaust

Thermistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Drive Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Flame Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

High-Limit

Thermostat & Thermal Cutoff (Gas Dryers Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Burner Ignitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Gas Burner Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Thermal Cutoff (Electric Dryers Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Heater (Electric Dryers Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

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Page

DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Diagnostic Guide

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Diagnostic Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Display Fault Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Troubleshooting Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Removing

The Toe Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

Accessing & Removing The Electronic Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

Removing

The Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17

WIRING DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Electric Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Gas Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

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GENERAL

DRYER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this Job Aid and on the 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 “W

ARNING.” These words mean:

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.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

ou can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

follow instructions.

DANGER

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MODEL NUMBER W E D 8 3 00 S W 0

BRAND

W = Whirlpool

FUEL E = Electric G = Gas

PRODUCT D = Dryer

SERIES 5 = Whirlpool Leap 6 = Oasis 7 = 24˝ Front Load 8 = Mid Line Front Load

9 = Duet Front Load

PRICE POINT LEVELS (1 - 9)

TRADE PARTNER ID (00 = BRANDED)

YEAR OF INTRODUCTION

S = 2006, T = 2007

COLOR CODE

T = Biscuit Q = White W = White With Metallic Accent R = White With Metallic (Sport Only)

ENGINEERING CHANGE (NUMERIC)

MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER M T 09 62410

DIVISION RESPONSIBILITY

M = Marion, OH

YEAR OF PRODUCTION T = 2006

WEEK OF PRODUCTION 09 = 9th Week

PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL

AND TECH SHEET LOCATIONS

The Model & Serial Number Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.

Model & Serial

Number Label

Tech Sheet

(Behind Lower Access Panel)

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number WED8300SW

WGD8300SW

WED8500SR WGD8500SR

Model Description Matching Dryer For

Front Load W

asher

Matching Dryer For Front Load Washer

Color White with Gray

Accents

White with Sterling

Bright

Accents

Capacity (Cu.Ft. IEC) 6.7 6.7

enting 4 way 4 way

Reversible Door Y

es Yes

Lint Screen Location Front Front

Height 36.0" 36.0"

Install Depth: Min - Max 28.90" - 32.90" 28.90" - 32.90"

idth 27" 27"

Product W

eight (approx) 122 lbs. 122 lbs.

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INSTALLATION INFORMATION

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the safety

instructions provided with any tools listed

here.

Electric Models

Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver A

djustable wrench that opens to 1˝ (2.5 cm)

or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet)

Wire stripper (direct wire installations) Level V

ent clamps

Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

in snips (new vent installations)

1/4˝ nut driver or socket wrench (recommended)

ape measure

Gas Models

8˝ or 10˝ pipe wrench 8˝ or 10˝ adjustable wrench (for gas

connections) Flat-blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that opens to 1˝

(2.5 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet)

1/4˝ nut driver or socket wrench (recommended)

Level V

ent clamps Knife Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP

gas

Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

Pliers T

ape measure

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NOTE: Do

not use leveling legs if installing

the dryer on a pedestal.

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.

For

close-clearance installations between

28.65˝ (72.77 cm) and 34.15˝ (86.74 cm), see

“Plan Vent System” section for venting

requirements.

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4 Leveling legs

Parts Supplied

Remove parts packages from dryer drum. Check that all parts are included.

Parts package•

Mobile

home installations require special parts (listed following) that may be ordered by calling the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer

to the “Assistance or Service” section of

the “Use & Care Guide.”

Mobile

Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part

Number 346764. Metal exhaust system hardware.

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34.15" (86.74 cm)

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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.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

You will need

A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See “Venting Requirements.”

Electric Models Only: A separate 30-amp circuit.

you are using a power cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”

sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of 127 lbs (57.6 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance should also be considered.

level floor with a maximum slope of 1˝(2.5 cm) under entire dryer. (If slope is greater

than 1˝ [2.5 cm], install Extended

Dryer

Feet Kit, Part No. 279810.)

Clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level.

For

a garage installation, you will need to

place the dryer at least 18˝ (46 cm) above the

floor. If using a pedestal, you will need

18˝ (46 cm) to the bottom of the dryer.

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.

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OPTIONS

Pedestal

Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer. You may select a 10˝ (25.4 cm) pedestal or a

15.5˝ (39.4 cm) pedestal with a shelf and bin dividers.

These pedestals will add to the total

height of the unit for a total height of approximately 46˝ (116.8 cm) or 51.5˝ (130.8 cm).

For

a garage installation, you will need to

place the dryer at least 18˝ (46 cm) above the floor

Optional pedestal (15.5˝ [39.4 cm] model shown)

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Use & Care Guide.”

Pedestal

Height

Color Part Number

0" (25.4 cm) White WHP1000SQ

5.5" (39.4 cm)

with

shelf

and bin dividers

White WHP1500SQ

Drying Rack

To order a drying rack, call the dealer from whom you purchased the dryer or refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Use & Care Guide.” Ask for Part Number 8563738.

Stack Kit

Are

you planning to stack your DUET SPORT™ washer and dryer? To do so, you will need to purchase a Stack Kit.

o order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Use & Care Guide.” Ask for Part Number 8572546.

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36" (91.4 cm)

50½" (128.27 cm)

27" (68.6 cm)

*28.65" (72.77 cm)

* Most installations require a minimum 5˝

(12.7 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”

Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation

The

following spacing dimensions are recom-

mended 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 reasons:

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 inspector

NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer

Installation Clearances

The

location must be large enough to allow

the dryer door to open fully.

Dryer Dimensions

2"* (5 cm)

36" min

(91.4 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

Additional spacing should be considered 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.

For closet installation, with a door, minimum

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.

Custom

undercounter installation - Dryer

only

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* Required Spacing

Closet installation - Dryer only

A. Side view - closet or confined area B. Closet door w

ith vents

14" max.* (35.6 cm)

15" min.* (

38.1 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

28.65"

(72.77 cm)

48 in.

(310 cm

)

24 in.

(155 cm2)

3"*

(7.6 cm)

3"*

(7.6 cm)

* Required spacing ** For side or bottom venting, 0˝ (0 cm) spacing is allowed.

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Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal

A. Recessed area B. Side v

iew - closet or confined area

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

(2.5 cm)

"**

(12.7 cm)

28.65"

(72.77 cm)

5" min.*

(

38.1 cm)

4" max.*

(

35.6 cm)

Installation spacing for cabinet installation

The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing.

For

cabinet installation, with a door, mini-

mum

ventilation openings in the top of the

cabinet are required.

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7"* (17.8 cm)

9"* (22.9 cm)

7"* (17.8 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

28.65"

(72.77 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

(2.5 cm)

* Required spacing ** For side or bottom venting, 0˝ (0 cm) spacing is allowed.

48 in.2 *

(310 cm

)

3"* (7.6 cm)

"* (7.6 cm)

"* (2.5 cm)

24 in.

(155 cm

)

6"* (15.2 cm)

72"

(182.9 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

5"* (12.7 cm)

1" (2.5 cm)

(2.5 cm)

* Required spacing

Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation with stacked washer and dryer

The

dimensions shown are for the recom-

mended spacing

* 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 Construction and Safety

, Title 24, HUD Part 280).

Mobile home installations require:

Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase from your dealer.

Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a nearby window)

should be at least twice as large as

the dryer exhaust opening.

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* Required spacing ** For side or bottom venting, 0˝ (0 cm) spacing is allowed.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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 Association,

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-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.

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

o properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here.

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local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground wire to the neutral wire, see “Optional 3-wire connection” section.

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 neutral

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 neutral conductor

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 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:

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.

UL listed strain relief.

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4-wire receptacle (14-30R)

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 4, 10-gauge copper

wires and match a 4-wire receptacle 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 3, 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:

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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3-wire receptacle (10-30R)

If your outlet looks like this:

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.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Electric Models Only

POWER SUPPLY CORD

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.

A. Neutral ground wire

B. External ground conductor screw C. Center, silver-

colored terminal block screw

D. Terminal block cover and hold-down screw

3. Install strain relief.

DIRECT WIRE

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.

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 sections

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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A. Strain relief tab pointing up B. Hole below terminal blo

ck opening

C. Clamp section

D. Strain r

elief tab pointing down

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Put power supply cord through the strain 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 horizontal

position. Do not further tighten strain

relief screws at this point.

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Style 2: Direct wire strain relief

Unscrew

the removable conduit connector

and any screws from a 3/4˝ (1.9 cm) UL 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.

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A. Removable conduit connector B. Hole b

elow terminal block opening

C. Strain relief threads

4. Now complete installation following instructions for your type of electrical connection:

4-wire (recommended) 3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)

Electrical Connection Options

Put

direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against the direct wire cable.

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If your home has: And you will be

connecting to:

o to Section

-wire receptacle

(NEMA Type 14-30R)

UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 3

0-amp, dryer power supply c

ord*

-wire connection:

ower supply cord

4-wire direct A fused

disconnect or c

ircuit breaker

ox*

4-wire connection: D

irect Wire

3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)

UL listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 3

0-amp, dryer power supply c

ord*

-wire connection:

ower supply cord

3-wire direct A fused

disconnect or c

ircuit breaker

ox*

3-wire connection: D

irect Wire

(12.7 cm)

(8.9 cm)

* If local codes do not permit the connection

of a cabinet-ground conductor to the neutral

wire, go to “Optional 3-wire connection”

section.

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4-wire connection: Power supply cord

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required

for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections.

A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plug C. Ground prong D

. Neutral prong

. Spade terminals with upturned ends

F. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

G. R

ing terminals

B F

1. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.

2. Remove neutral ground wire from external 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.

A. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line shows

position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved to center s

ilver-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 liste

d strain relief

3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw

. Tighten screw.

4. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.

A. External ground conductor screw

B. Ground w

ire (green or bare) of power supply cord

³⁄

" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

D. Center silver-colored terminal block screw

. Neutral ground wire

F. Neutral wire (white or c

enter wire)

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 connection.

Now go to “Venting Require-

ments.”

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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.

4-wire connection: Direct wire

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 needed.

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˝ (3.8 cm) from 3 remain-

ing

wires. Strip insulation back 1˝(2.5 cm).

Shape ends of wires into a hook shape.

Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw (see top right illustration).

Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and place the hooked 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. (See top right illustration.)

A. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line shows

position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved to center silver-colored terminal block screw

. Center silver-colored terminal b

lock screw C. Neutral ground wire D. Neutral wire (white or c

enter wire)

E. ¾" (1.

9 cm) UL listed strain relief

3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to external ground conductor screw

. Tighten screw.

A. External ground conductor screw

B. Ground wire (green or b

are) of power supply cable

C. ¾" (1.

9 cm) UL listed strain relief

D. Center silver-colored terminal block screw

. Neutral ground wire

. Neutral wire (white or center w

ire)

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4. Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal 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.

7. You have completed your electrical connection.

Now go to “Venting Require-

ments.”

3-wire connection: Power supply cord

Use

where local codes permit connecting

cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.

A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C. Neutral prong D

. Spade terminals with up turned ends

³⁄

" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

F. Ring terminals

. Neutral (white or center 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, silvercolored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw.

3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.

A. External ground conductor screw B. Neutral ground wir

e C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw D

. Neutral wire (white or c

enter wire)

³⁄

" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

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. You have completed your electrical connection.

Now go to “Venting Require-

ments.”

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3-wire connection: Direct wire

Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.

irect wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of ex-

tra length so dryer can be moved if needed. Strip 3-1/2˝ (8.9 cm) of outer covering from

nd 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.

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. 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 (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw.

A. External ground conductor screw B. Neutral ground wire C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw D

. Neutral wire (white or center wire)

³⁄

" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

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 connect

ion. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”

3. Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.

Optional 3-wire connection

Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting

cabinet-ground conductor to neutral

wire.

Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.

2. Remove neutral ground wire from external 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.

A. External ground conductor screw B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw C

. Neutral ground wire

D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)

³⁄

" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

F. Grounding path determined b

y a qualified electrician

B C

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3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.

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.

You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Gas Models Only

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 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 accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

ARNING: 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 dryer: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

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.

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 also recommended that a separate

circuit serving only this dryer be provided.

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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,

uthorized gas company personnel, and

authorized service personnel. Failure to do so can result in death,

explosion, or fire.

GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

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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 appropriate conversion.

This

dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in your home. Burner information

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 or call the phone numbers referenced

in the “Assistance or Service” section

of the “Use & Care Guide.”

gas conversion:

Conversion must be made by a qualified technician.

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 the gas company.

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 connection,

immediately upstream of the gas con-

nection

to the dryer (see illustration in the

right column).

Must include a shutof

f valve:

In the U.S.A.:

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.

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In Canada:

An individual manual shutoff valve must be

installed in accordance with the B149.1, 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.

A. ³⁄8

³⁄8

⁄8

" flexible gas connector

B. " pipe to flare adapter fitting C

. " NPT minimum plugged tapping

. ½"

NPT gas supply line

E. Gas shutoff valve

Gas supply connection requirements

For close clearances, a 3/8˝ to 3/8˝ elbow is recommended to avoid kinking of the gas line.

Use

only pipe-joint compound. Do not use

TEFLON

†®

tape.

There are many methods by which your gas dryer can be connected to the gas supply. Listed here are some guidelines for two different methods of connection.

Option 1 (Recommended method)

Flexible stainless steel gas connector:

local codes permit, use a new flexible stainless steel gas connector (Design Certified

by CSA International) to connect the

dryer to the rigid gas supply line. Use an elbow and a 3/8˝flare x 3/8˝ NPT

adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector

and the dryer gas pipe, as needed

to avoid kinking.

†®

TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont

De Nemours and Company.

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Option 2 (Alternate method)

Approved aluminum or copper tubing:

Lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) can use 3/8˝ approved tubing (if codes and gas supplier permit).

you are using Natural gas, do not use

copper tubing. 3/8˝ flare x 3/8˝ NPT adapter fitting be-

tween

dryer pipe and 3/8˝ approved tub-

ing.

Lengths

over 20 ft (6.1 m) should use larger

tubing and a different size adapter fitting.

If the 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 tubing.

NOTE: Pipe-joint

compounds that resist the action of LP gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON

®†

tape.

†®

TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont

De Nemours and Company.

Burner input requirements

Elevations up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m):

The design of this dryer is certified by CSA International for use at altitudes up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) above sea level at the Btu rating indicated on the model/serial number plate. Burner input adjustments are not required when the dryer is operated up to this elevation.

Elevations above 10,000 ft (3,048 m):

When

installed above 10,000 ft (3,048 m) a 4% reduction of the burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate is required for each 1,000 ft (305 m) increase in elevation.

Gas supply pressure testing

The

dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during pressure testing at pressures greater than 1/2 psi.

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Dryer gas pipe

The

gas pipe that comes out through the

rear of your dryer has a 3/8˝ male pipe thread.

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Fire Hazard

Use a heavy metal vent.

Do not use a plastic vent.

Do not use a metal foil vent.

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 concealed space of a building.

A. ½" NPT gas supply line B.

³⁄

" NPT dryer pipe

*6¼" (15.9 cm)

1½" (3.8 cm)

*NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe height must be an additional 10˝ (25.4

cm) or 15.5˝ (39.4 cm) from the floor,

depending

on the pedestal model. For a ga-

rage

installation, the gas pipe height must be

an additional 18˝ (46 cm) from the floor.

VENTING REQUIREMENTS

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If using an existing vent system

Clean lint from the entire length of the system 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.

If this is a new vent system

ent 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.

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DURASAFE

™

vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories.

Rigid metal vent

For

best drying performance, rigid metal

vents are recommended.

Rigid

metal vent is recommended to pre-

vent 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 reduced airflow and poor performance.

not install flexible metal vent in enclosed

walls, ceilings or floors.

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4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent

10.2 cm

Good Better

Clamps

Use clamps to seal all joints.

Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices

that extend into the interior of the duct.

Do not use duct tape.

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Clamp

Exhaust

Recommended hood styles are shown here.

An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and insects from entering the home.

xhaust 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, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).

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The

angled hood style (shown here) is ac-

ceptable.

A. Louvered hood style B. Box hood style

(10.2 cm)

2½"

(6.4 cm)

Elbows

45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows

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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

Choose your exhaust installation type

Recommended exhaust installations

Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible.

A. Dryer B. Elbow C

. Wall

D. Exhaust hood

E. Clamps

F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G

. Vent length necessary to connect elbows

H. Exhaust outlet

Optional exhaust installations

This dryer can be converted to exhaust out

the right side, left side, or through the bottom.

Contact your local dealer to have the dryer

converted.

Fire Hazard

Cover unused exhaust holes with the following kit:

279818 (white)

Contact your local dealer

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.

A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Left or right side exhaust installation

C. Bottom exhaust installation (not an option

ith pedestal installations)

Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.

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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.

A. Over-The-Top installation (also available with one

offset elbow)

B. Periscope installation

A B

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Number of 90º turns or elbows

ype of

vent

Box or l

ouvered

oods

ngled

hoods

0 Ri

gid metal

lexible metal

4 ft (20 m)

36 ft (11 m)

58 ft (17.7 m) 28 ft (8.5 m)

1 Rigid metal

lexible metal

4 f

t (16.5 m)

31 ft (9.4 m)

48 ft (14.6 m) 23 ft (7 m)

2 Ri

gid metal

lexible metal

4 ft (13.4 m)

27 ft (8.2 m)

38 ft (11.6 m) 19 ft (5.8 m)

3 Rigid metal

lexible metal

5 ft (10.7 m)

25 ft (7.6 m)

29 ft (8.8 m) 17 ft (5.2 m)

4 Rigid metal

lexible metal

7 ft (8.2 m)

23 ft (7 m)

21 ft (6.4 m) 15 ft (4.6 m)

INSTALL VENT SYSTEM

1. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.

Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4˝ (10.2 cm) clamp.

Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible. See “Determine vent path.” Avoid 90º 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.

NOTE: The

following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase.

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

Special provisions for mobile home installations

The

exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside.

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NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in the Vent system chart. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will:

Shorten the life of the dryer

Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage.

The

Vent system chart provides venting re-

quirements

that will help to achieve the best

drying performance.

ent System Chart

NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations

have a 90° turn inside the dryer. To determine maximum

exhaust length, add one 90° turn to

the chart.

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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.

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Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install dryer.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

3. Examine the leveling legs. Find the diamond marking.

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. Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard. See illustration.

A. Flared male fitting B. Non-flared male fitting

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 vis-

ible.

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 at the time of installation.

Mobile

home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Kit. For more information, please reference the service numbers in the “Assistance or Service” section of the “Use & Care Guide.”

MAKE GAS CONNECTION

1. Remove the red cap from the gas pipe.

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. Du Pont

De Nemours and Company.

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A. Closed valve B. Open valve

3. Open the shutoff valve in the supply line. The valve is open when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.

Test all connections by brushing on an approved

noncorrosive leak-detection solu-

tion.

Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any

leak found.

REVERSE DOOR SWING

You can change your door swing from a rightside opening to a left-side opening, if desired.

Place a towel or soft cloth on top of the dryer or work space to protect the surface.

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.

Move dryer into its final position. Do not crush or kink vent.

(On gas models) Check that there are no kinks in the flexible gas line.

Once exhaust vent connection is made, remove corner posts and cardboard.

LEVEL DRYER

Check the levelness of the dryer. Check levelness first side to side, then front to back.

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.

³⁄

" flexible gas connector

³⁄

" dryer pipe

³⁄

" to

³⁄

" pipe elbow

³⁄

" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting

A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect the dryer to the existing gas line. Shown is a recommended connection. Your connection may be different, according to the supply line type, size and location.

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A. Dryer front panel B. Door assembly

A. Inner ring

B. Outer ring

2. Lay the door assembly on a flat, protected surface with the inside (inner door assembly) facing up.

Remove the 6 Phillips head screws to release the outer door assembly from the inner door assembly, as indicated below. See illustration. It is important that you remove only the 6 indicated screws.

Remove the door assembly

Remove the 4 screws that hold the door hinge on the front panel of the dryer.

4. Lift the inner door assembly off the outer door assembly.

5. Disengage locking tabs by rotating inner ring clockwise. See illustration.

A. Door hinge

B. P

lug strips

C. Hinge cover

6. Turn inner ring 180° and lock tabs into place.

Reverse hinge

Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove 2 plug strips from the inner door. Slide the head of the screwdriver under the plugs, being certain not to scratch the inner door surface. Lift up.

Remove hinge cover.

3. Remove the 4 screws that attach to the inner

door hinge and move the hinge to the

other side. Reinstall the 4 screws.

A. Door hinge

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