Whirlpool WED8500SR0, WED5821SW0, WED5840SW0, WED5900SB0, WED5800SW0 Installation Guide

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2Y'(73.7CM)ELECTRICDRYER

INSTAILATIONINSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCCIONESDEINSTALACIONPARALASECADORA

ELECTRICADE2Y'(73,7CM)

Table of Contents /Indice

DRYER SAFETY ........................................................ 1

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................ 2

Tools and Parts ...................................................... 2

Location Requirements ......................................... 2

Electrical Requirements ......................................... 4

Electrical Connection ............................................. 5

Venting Requirements .......................................... 10

Plan Vent System ................................................. 11

Install Vent System ............................................... 12

Install Leveling Legs ............................................. 12

Connect Vent ....................................................... 12

Level Dryer ........................................................... 12

Reverse Door Swing (Optional) ............................ 12

Complete Installation ........................................... 13

DRYERSAFETY

SEGURIDAD DE LA SECADORA ........................... 14

INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION .................... 15

Herramientas y piezas ........................................... 15

Requisitos de ubicacion ....................................... 15

Requisitos el_ctricos ............................................. 16

Conexi6n el6ctrica ................................................ 18

Requisitos de ventilacion ...................................... 23

Planificaci6n del sistema de ventilaci6n ............... 24

Instalaci6n del sistema de ventilaci6n .................. 25

Instalaci6n de las patas niveladoras ..................... 25

Conexi6n del ducto de escape ............................. 26

Nivelaci6n de la secadora ..................................... 26

Como invertir el cierre de la puerta (opcional) ...... 26

Complete la instalaci6n ......................................... 27

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

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

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed

here.

Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Adjustable wrench that

opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or hex-head socket wrench

(for adjusting dryer feet) Vent clamps

Parts supplied:

Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts were included.

4 leveling legs

Parts needed:

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting and see "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements"

before purchasing parts. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware

available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased

your dryer. For further information, please reference the

"Assistance or Service" section of the Dryer User Instructions.

• Tin snips(new vent installations)

• Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

• Wire stripper(direct wire installations)

• Level

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer,

Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 era) 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."

• Aseparate30-amp circuit.

• If using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See "Electrical Requirements."

• A sturdy floor to support the total weight (dryer and load) of 200 Ibs (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion

appliance should also be considered.

• A 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 Number 279810.) Clothes may not tumble properly and models with automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level.

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

automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended. The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be

exposed to water and/or weather. Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,

installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

Installation Clearances

The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.

Dryer Dimensions

151/4,'

433/o ..... 4°,,,)(113

(110cm) _

• 26"_ .273A _ (66cm) (70.5cn"

_- (73.66em)

43%

(11Ocm)

k (73.66cm)

(73.66cm)

223/4''

-_-_(57.8 crn)

A. Small opening side-swing door B. Large opening side-swing door C. Wide opening side-swing door D. Wide opening hamper door

*Most installations require a minimum 51/2''(14 cm) clearance

behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See "Venting Requirements."

Minimum installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation

The dimensions shown following are for the minimum spacing allowed.

• Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.

• Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and floor moldings.

• 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.

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A B

A. Recessed area B. Side view - closet or confined area C. Closet door with vents

*Additional spacing recommended

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.

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 70-latest 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. [] If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is

recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.

Electrical Connection

To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of

electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here.

[] This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire

electrical supply connection. The neutral ground 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.

[] If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground

wire to the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection" section.

A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the appliance is installed in a location where grounding through

the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas

where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductors.

If using a power supply cord:

Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain:

[] A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated

120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the

dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.

[] A UL listed strain relief.

If your outlet looks like this:

4-wire receptacle (14-30t:?)

Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge copper wires and match a 4-wire 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:

3-wire receptacle (10-30R)

Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge copper wires

and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R.

If connecting by direct wire:

Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be:

[] 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.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

[] For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This dryer uses a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged

into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

[] For a permanently connected dryer: This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding

conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on

the dryer. WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-

grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative

or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet

installed by a qualified electrician.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Power Supply Cord Direct 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.

B C D

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.

3. Install strain relief.

Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief

• Remove the screws from a 3/4"(1.9 cm) UL listed strain

relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the tabs of the two clamp 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.

A. Terminal block cover B. External ground conductor screw

C. Center, silver-colored terminal block screw D. Hold-down screw location

E.Neutral ground wire E Hole below terminal block opening

A. Strain relief tab pointing up

B. Hole below terminal block opening C. Clamp section D. Strain relief tab pointing down

Put power supply cord through 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.

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 relief). 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.

Electrical Connection Options

If your home has: And you will be Go to Section

connecting to:

4-wire receptacle A UL listed, 4-wire connection: (NEMA Type 14-30R) 120/240-volt Power supply cord

30-amp, dryer

_.._ minimum,

4-wire direct A fused 4-wire connection:

(12.7 ore)

3-wire receptacle A UL listed, (NEMA type 10-30R) 120/240-volt

3-wire direct A fused 3-wire connection:

power supply cord*

disconnect or Direct Wire circuit breaker

box*

3-wire connection:

Power supply cord

30-amp, dryer power supply

minimum,

cord*

disconnect or Direct Wire box*

circuit breaker

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A. Removable conduit connector B. Hole below terminal block opening

C. Strain relief threads

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.

*If local codes do not permit the connection of a frame-grounding

conductor to the neutral wire, go to "Optional 3-wire connection" section.

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.

B F

C D E G

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

E.Spade terminals with upturned ends F. 3_,,(1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

G. Ring terminals

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

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

Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.

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 B 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 wire (white or center wire)

D. 3_,, (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

E.Neutral ground wire

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

A B C

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 11/2'' (3.8 cm) from 3 remaining wires. Strip insulation back 1" (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.

Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.

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.

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

C. Neutral wire (white or center wire) D. 3_, (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief E. Neutral ground wire

F. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord

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 connections. Now go to "Venting Requirements."

A B C

D// _

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 wire (white or center wire)

D. 3_,, (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

E.Neutral ground wire

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

A B C

D .......... _

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

C. Neutral wire (white or center wire) D. 3_,, (1.9 cm) UL ilsted strain relief

E.Neutral ground wire E Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cable

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

!! !!

Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.

Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal

block. Tighten screw.

B C

A E

A. Neutral ground wire B. External ground conductor screw

C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)

E. _" (1.9 cm) UL ilsted strain relief

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 connections. Now go to "Venting Requirements."

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 connections. Now go to "Venting Requirements."

3-wire connection: Power Supply Cord

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

B D

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

B. 3-wire plug C. Neutral prong D. Spade terminals with up turned ends

E. _" (1.9 cm) UL ilsted strain relief F. Ring terminals

G, Neutral (white or center wire)

3-wire connection: Direct Wire

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

Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed.

Strip 31/2'' (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. Bend 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.

Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.

Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cable under the center screw of terminal

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

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.

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.

A B C

A. Neutral ground wire B. External ground conductor screw

C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)

E, _" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

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

!! !!

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 connections. Now go to "Venting Requirements."

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

D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)

E. 3/4"(1.9 cm) UL Iisted strain relief E Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician

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.

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