Whirlpool WGD8500SR, WED8500SR, WGD8300SW Use & Care Manual
ELECTRONIC
GAS & ELECTRIC
DRYERS
CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICAL
EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS
L-79
JOB AID
Part No. 8178559
MODELS: WED8300SW, WED8500SR
WGD8300SW, WGD8500SR
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.
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Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions.
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Successfully perform necessary repairs.
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Successfully return the dryer to its proper operational status.
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs
made on our products by anyone other than Authorized Service Technicians.
Copyright © 2006, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
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INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
PRODUCT OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Dryer Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Dryer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11
COMPONENT ACCESS
Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Removing The Console And The Console Electronics Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Machine Control Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Door Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Moisture Sensor
Removing The Drum Light Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Front Panel
Removing The Thermal Fuse & Exhaust Thermistor
Removing The Belt & Drum, And Rollers
Removing The Drive Motor And Belt Switch
Removing The Ignitor, Flame Sensor, High-Limit Thermostat,
And Thermal Cutoff (Gas Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Gas Burner Assembly Coils
Removing The Heater, High-Limit Thermostat, And Thermal Cutoff
(Electric Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Removing The Dryer Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
4-2
4-4
4-5
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
4-7
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
4-14
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
4-18
COMPONENT TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Moisture Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Door Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Thermal Fuse
Exhaust Thermistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drive Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Flame Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
High-Limit Thermostat & Thermal Cutoff (Gas Dryers Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Burner Ignitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Gas Burner Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Thermal Cutoff (Electric Dryers Only)
Heater (Electric Dryers Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5-4
5-6
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
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DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Diagnostic Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Diagnostic Tests
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Display Fault Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Tests
Removing The Toe Panel
Accessing & Removing The Electronic Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing The Back Panel
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
6-15
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
WIRING DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Electric Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Gas Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
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GENERAL
DANGER
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 “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 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
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)
˝ Front Load 8 = Mid Line Front Load
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
(Behind Lower Access Panel)
Tech Sheet
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number WED8300SW
WGD8300SW
Model Description Matching Dryer For
Front Load Washer
Color White with Gray
Accents
Capacity (Cu.Ft. IEC) 6.7 6.7
Venting
Reversible Door Yes Yes
Lint Screen Location Front Front
Height 36.0" 36.0"
Install Depth: Min - Max 28.90" - 32.90" 28.90" - 32.90"
Width
Product Weight (approx)
4 way 4 way
27" 27"
122 lbs. 122 lbs.
WED8500SR
WGD8500SR
Matching Dryer For
Front Load Washer
White with Sterling
Bright Accents
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INSTALLATION INFORMATION
4 Leveling legs
34.15"
(86.74 cm)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before
starting installation. Read and follow the safe
ty instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Electric Models
Flat-blade screwdriver
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#2 Phillips screwdriver
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Adjustable wrench that opens to 1˝ (2.5 cm)
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or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting
dryer feet)
Wire stripper (direct wire installations)
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Level
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Vent clamps
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Caulking gun and compound (for installing
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new exhaust vent)
Tin snips (new vent installations)
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1/4˝ nut driver or socket wrench
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(recommended)
Tape measure
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Parts Supplied
Remove parts packages from dryer drum.
Check that all parts are included.
Parts package•
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
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28.65˝ (72.77 cm) and 34.15˝ (86.74 cm),
see “Plan Vent System” section for venting
requirements.
Gas Models
8˝ or 10˝ pipe wrench
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8˝ or 10˝ adjustable wrench (for gas
•
connections)
Flat-blade screwdriver
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Adjustable wrench that opens to 1˝
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(2.5 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for
adjusting dryer feet)
1/4˝ nut driver or socket wrench
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(recommended)
Level
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Vent clamps
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Knife
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Pipe-joint compound resistant to LP gas
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Caulking gun and compound (for installing
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new exhaust vent)
Pliers
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Tape measure
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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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OPTIONS
Optional pedestal (15.5˝ [39.4 cm] model shown)
Pedestal
Height
Color Part Number
10" (25.4 cm
) White WHP1000SQ
15
.5" (39.4 cm) with
shelf and bin dividers
White WHP1500SQ
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 approxi
mately 46˝ (116.8 cm) or 51.5˝ (130.8 cm).
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
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Explosion Hazard
For a garage installation, you will need to
place the dryer at least 18
˝ (46 cm) above
the floor.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the “Assistance or
Service” section of the “Use & Care Guide.”
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 in-
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stallation. See “Venting Requirements.”
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Electric Models Only: A separate 30-amp
circuit.
If 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.”
A sturdy floor to support the total dryer
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weight of 127 lbs (57.6 kg). The combined
weight of a companion appliance should
also be considered.
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.
To 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.
A level floor with a maximum slope of
•
1˝(2.5 cm) under entire dryer. (If slope is
greater than 1
Dryer Feet Kit, Part No.
˝ [2.5 cm], install Extended
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
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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.
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.
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36"
(91.4 cm)
50½"
(128.27 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
*28.65"
(72.77 cm)
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an
2"*
(5 cm
)
36" mi
n
(91.4 cm)
1"
*
(2.5 cm
)
1"
*
(2.5 cm
)
27"
(68.6 cm)
A. Side view - closet or confined area
B. Closet door
with vents
A
B
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.
2
*
(310 cm2)
24 in.
2
*
(155 cm2)
3"*
(7.6 cm)
3"*
(7.6 cm)
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.
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
Additional spacing should be considered
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for ease of installation and servicing.
Additional clearances might be required for
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wall, door and floor moldings.
Additional spacing should be considered
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on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise
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transfer.
For closet installation, with a door, mini
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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.
Custom undercounter installation - Dryer
only
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* 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 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:
* Required Spacing
Closet installation - Dryer only
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* Required spacing
** For side or bottom venting, 0˝ (0 cm) spacing is allowed.
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Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on
A. Recessed area
B. Side
view - closet or confined area
A
B
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
5
"**
(12.7 cm)
28.65"
(72.77 cm)
15" min.
*
(38.1 cm)
14" max.
*
(35.6 cm
)
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)
1"
(2.5 cm)
(2.5 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"
48 in.2 *
(310 cm2)
3"*
(7.6 cm)
3"*
(7.6 cm)
1"*
(2.5 cm)
24 in.
2
*
(155 cm2)
6"* (15.2 cm)
72"
(182.9 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
5"*
(12.7 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
pedestal
* Required spacing
** For side or bottom venting, 0˝ (0 cm) spacing is allowed.
Installation spacing for cabinet installation
The dimensions shown are for the recom-
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mended spacing.
For cabinet installation, with a door, mini
•
mum ventilation openings in the top of the
cabinet are required.
Recommended installation spacing for
recessed or closet installation with
stacked washer and dryer
The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing
* Required spacing
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* Required spacing
** For side or bottom venting, 0˝ (0 cm) spacing is allowed.
* Required spacing
Mobile home - additional installation requirements
This dryer is suitable for mobile home instal
lations. 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).
Mobile home installations require:
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Metal exhaust system hardware, which is
available for purchase from your dealer.
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
Electric Models Only
It is your responsibility
To contact a qualified electrical installer.
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To be sure that the electrical connection
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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 re
modeling 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.
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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.
•
If 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 neu
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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.
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A 4-wire power supply connection must be
used when the appliance is installed in a lo
cation 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:
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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2-5
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
3-wire receptacle (10-30R)
If your outlet looks like this:
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.
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.
10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use
•
aluminum).
At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long.
•
2-6
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
A. Neutral ground wire
B. External ground conductor screw
C. Center, silve
r-colored terminal block screw
D. Terminal block cover and hold-down scre
w
A
B
C
D
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
Electric Models 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.
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 to
gether.
-
-
3. Install strain relief.
2-7
Put power supply cord through the strain
A. Removable conduit connector
B. Hole
below terminal block opening
C. Strain relief thread
s
A
B
C
If your home has: And you will be
connecting to
:
Go to Sectio
n
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 A fused
disc
onnect 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
disc
onnect or
circuit breaker
box*
3-wire connection
:
Direct Wire
5"
(12.7 cm)
3
"
(8.9 cm)
•
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.
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.
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
-
the direct wire cable.
4. Now complete installation following in-
structions for your type of electrical con
nection:
4-wire (recommended)
-
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
Electrical Connection Options
-
* If local codes do not permit the connection
of a cabinet-ground conductor to the neu
tral wire, go to “Optional 3-wire connection”
-
section.
2-8
4-wire connection: Power supply cord
A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)
B. 4-prong plug
C. Ground prong
D. Neutral pron
g
E. Spade terminals with upturned ends
F. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relie
f
G. Ring terminals
A
B F
E
G
D
C
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 screw
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.
³⁄
4
" (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
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.
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.
3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of
power supply cord to external ground con
ductor 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.”
2-9
4-wire connection: Direct wire
A. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line shows
position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved
to center silver-colored terminal block scre
w
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
A
C
B
D
E
A. External ground conductor screw
B. Ground wire (green or
bare) of power supply cable
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
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).
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.
-
3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to external ground conduc
tor screw. Tighten screw.
-
1. Remove center silver-colored terminal
block screw (see top right illustration).
2. 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.)
2-10
4. Place the hooked ends of the other direct
A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R)
B. 3-wire plug
C. Neutral pron
g
D. Spade terminals with up turned ends
E.
³⁄
4
" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
F. Ring terminals
G. Neutral (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
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.
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.
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 con
nection. Now go to “Venting Require
-
-
ments.”
2-11
3-wire connection: Direct wire
1
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
D
C
E
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 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 needed.
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.
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.
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.
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 connec
tion. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”
Optional 3-wire connection
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.
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.
-
-
2-12
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.
7. 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 provid
ing 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.
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 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 recommend
ed. It is also recommended that a separate
circuit serving only this dryer be provided.
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
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.
2-13
Gas Type
A. ³⁄8
³⁄8
1
⁄8
" flexible gas connector
B. " pipe to flare adapter fittin
g
C. " NPT minimum plugged tappin
g
D.
½" NPT gas supply line
E. Gas shutoff valv
e
A
B
E
D
C
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.
This dryer must have the correct burner for
the type of gas in your home. Burner informa
tion 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 refer
enced in the “Assistance or Service” section
of the “Use & Care Guide.”
LP gas conversion:
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 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 connec
tion, immediately upstream of the gas con
nection to the dryer (see illustration in the
right column).
Must include a shutoff 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.
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.
-
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 differ
ent methods of connection.
Option 1 (Recommended method)
-
-
Flexible stainless steel gas connector:
If local codes permit, use a new flexible
•
stainless steel gas connector (Design Cer
tified 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 con
nector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed
to avoid kinking.
†®
TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont
De Nemours and Company.
-
-
-
2-14
Option 2 (Alternate method)
A. ½" NPT gas supply line
B.
³⁄
8
" NPT dryer pipe
A
B
*6¼"
(15.9 cm)
1½"
(3.8 cm)
Dryer gas pipe
Approved aluminum or copper tubing:
Lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) can use 3/8˝
•
approved tubing (if codes and gas supplier
permit).
If 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
†®
TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont
De Nemours and Company.
®†
tape.
The gas pipe that comes out through the
•
rear of your dryer has a 3/8
˝ male pipe
thread.
*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
-
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 oper
ated 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.
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 con
cealed space of a building.
-
2-15
If using an existing vent system
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
4"
10.2 cm
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)
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.
Elbows
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows
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.
™
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.
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.
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 re
duced airflow and poor performance.
Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed
•
walls, ceilings or floors.
The angled hood style (shown here) is ac
ceptable.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to
•
prevent 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,
rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).
2-16
-
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 outle
t
H
G
F
E
D
C
A
B
A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. Left or right side exhaust installation
C. Bottom exhaust installation (not an option
with pedestal installations)
A
B
C
Do not use an exhaust hood with a mag-
A. Over-The-Top installation (also available with one
offset elbow)
B. Periscope installatio
n
A B
•
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.
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 pos
sible.
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.
-
Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Se
lect the type best for your installation. Two
close-clearance installations are shown. Re
fer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
-
-
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.
2-17
Number of
90º turns
or elbows
Type of
vent
Box or
louvered
hood
s
Angled
hood
s
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 meta
l
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)
NOTE: The following kits for close clearance
alternate installations are available for pur
chase.
Over-the-top Installation:
•
Part Number
Periscope Installation (For use with dryer
•
4396028
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.
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.
•
Reduce performance, resulting in longer
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drying times and increased energy us
age.
The Vent system chart provides venting re
quirements that will help to achieve the best
drying performance.
Vent System Chart
NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations
have a 90
° turn inside the dryer. To determine
maximum exhaust length, add one 90
the chart.
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° turn to
Determine vent path
Select the route that will provide the
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straightest and most direct path outdoors.
Plan the installation to use the fewest num-
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ber of elbows and turns.
When using elbows or making turns, allow
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as much room as possible.
Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.
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Use the fewest 90° turns possible.
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Determine vent length and elbows needed
for best drying performance
Use the following Vent system chart to
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determine type of vent material and hood
combinations acceptable to use.
INSTALL VENT SYSTEM
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 ex
haust hood with 4˝ (10.2 cm) clamp.
3. 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.
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INSTALL LEVELING LEGS
A. Flared male fitting
B. Non-flared male fitting
A
B
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and
install dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
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. Gently
lay the dryer on the cardboard. See illus
tration.
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.
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2. Using a wrench to tighten, connect the gas
supply to the dryer. Use pipe-joint com
pound on the threads of all nonflared male
fittings. If flexible metal tubing is used, be
sure there are no kinks.
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3. Examine the leveling legs. Find the diamond marking.
NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must use
pipe-joint compound resistant to the action of
®†
tape.
4. Screw the legs into the leg holes by hand.
Use a wrench to finish turning the legs un
til the diamond marking is no longer vis
LP gas. Do not use TEFLON
†®
TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont
De Nemours and Company.
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ible.
5. Place a carton corner post from dryer
packaging under each of the 2 dryer back
corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the dry
er on the corner posts until it is close to its
final location. Leave enough room to con
nect the exhaust vent.
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A. Closed valve
B. Open valv
e
A
B
³⁄
8
" flexible gas connector
B.
A.
³⁄
8
" dryer pipe
C.
³⁄
8
" to
³⁄
8
" pipe elbow
D.
³⁄
8
" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting
A
B
C
D
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.
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.
2. Move dryer into its final position. Do not
crush or kink vent.
3. (On gas models) Check that there are no
kinks in the flexible gas line.
4. Once exhaust vent connection is made,
remove corner posts and cardboard.
LEVEL DRYER
3. Open the shutoff valve in the supply line.
The valve is open when the handle is par
allel to the gas pipe.
4. Test all connections by brushing on an ap
proved noncorrosive leak-detection solu
tion. Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any
leak found.
Check the levelness of the dryer. Check levelness first side to side, then front to back.
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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.
REVERSE DOOR SWING
You can change your door swing from a rightside opening to a left-side opening, if de
sired.
1. Place a towel or soft cloth on top of the
dryer or work space to protect the sur
face.
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A. Dryer front panel
B. Door assembly
A
B
A. Inner ring
B. Outer rin
g
A
B
Remove the door assembly
A. Door hinge
B. Plug strips
C. Hinge cove
r
A
C
B
A. Door hinge
A
1. Remove the 4 screws that hold the door
hinge on the front panel of the dryer.
2. Lay the door assembly on a flat, protected
surface with the inside (inner door assem
bly) facing up.
3. 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.
6. Turn inner ring 180° and lock tabs into
place.
Reverse hinge
1. 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.
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2. Remove hinge cover.
4. Lift the inner door assembly off the outer
door assembly.
5. Disengage locking tabs by rotating inner
ring clockwise. See illustration.
3. Remove the 4 screws that attach to the in
ner door hinge and move the hinge to the
other side. Reinstall the 4 screws.
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