Whirlpool WED9371YL0, WED9371YW0, MEDE301YG0, MEDE251YG0, MEDE201YW0 Installation Guide

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ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Table of Contents

DRYER SAFETY ......................................................................... 2

iNSTALLATiON REQUIREMENTS ............................................. 3

Tools and Parts ...................................................................... 3

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS .................................................... 4

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ................................................ 6

iNSTALL LEVELING LEGS ......................................................... 7

ELECTRICAL iNSTALLATiON ................................................... 8

Power Supply Cord Connection ........................................... 9

Direct Wire Connection ....................................................... 11

VENTING ................................................................................... 14

Venting Requirements ......................................................... 14

Plan Vent System ................................................................. 15

Venting Kits .......................................................................... 15

Install Vent System .............................................................. 16

CONNECT iNLET HOSE .......................................................... 17

CONNECT VENT ...................................................................... 18

LEVEL DRYER .......................................................................... 19

COMPLETE iNSTALLATiON CHECKLIST .............................. 19

DOOR REVERSAL KIT (OPTIONAL) ....................................... 20

STACKING WASHER AND DRYER (OPTIONAL) ................... 20

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 20

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iNSTALLATiON NOTES

Date of purchase: Date of installation:

installer:

Model number: Serial number:

W10385103A W10385104A =SP

DRYER S_ETY

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.

WARNING - ,,.i.. ofFi..,,

- Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer,

- install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes.

- Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials or fle×ible metal (foil type) duct. if flexible metal duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified

by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.

- To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.

- Save these instructions.

iMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.

IN$ LATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed:

Flat-blade screwdriver

Wire stripper (direct wire

installations)

1/4" and 5/16" nut driver (recommended)

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Tin snips (new vent

installations)

Adjustable wrench that

opens to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head socket wrench

Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer) [] Vent clamps

[] Vent elbows and ductwork Additional parts may be required, depending in your installation.

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting.

Read "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before purchasing parts.

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.

Parts supplied: Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts

are included. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied if installing with a

pedestal or a stack kit.

Utility knife

Level

Caulking gun and compound (for installing

new exhaust vent)

Tape measure

Pliers

Leveling legs (4)

Short inlet hose

Rubber washer

Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to your Use and Care Guide for information about accessories available for your dryer.

"Y" connector

Long inlet hose

LOCATXON REQUXREMENT$

Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,

installing dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping

quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

Explosion Hazard

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

Place dryer at least 18 inches (460 ram) above the floor

for a garage installation.

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

DRYER DIMENSIONS Front view:

353/8",

(899 ram}

H _4

(25 ram)

*Approx. measurement

Side view:

27"

(686 m m}

You will need: [] A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. See

"Venting Requirements." [] A separate 30 amp circuit. [] If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet

located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer. See

"Electrical Requirements." [] Floor must support dryer weight of 200 Ibs. (90.7 kg). Also

consider weight of companion appliance. [] Cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water fill

valves, and water pressure of 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa).

You may use the water supply for your washer using the "Y"

connector and short hose (if needed) which are provided. [] Level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire

dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended

Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. If not level, clothes

may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may

not operate correctly. [] For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm)

above floor. If using a pedestal, you will need 18" (460 mm)

to bottom of dryer. [] The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where

it will be exposed to water and/or weather. IMPORTANT." Do not operate, install, or store dryer where

it will be exposed to water, weather, or at temperatures below 40° F (4° C). Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to shut off at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in longer drying times.

installation Clearances For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease

of installation and servicing; spacing for companion appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing on all sides of dryer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or Iouvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings

in door are required. 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.

Back view:

483/4"

(1238 ram)

......... 29"

(736 ram)

1"* 6T/8"

(25 ram} (174 ram)

* Approx. measurement

]

Power supply

cord or cable

Vent \

Water inlet

H /-

(25 ram) I-'_---14"--_

* Approx. (358 mm)

measurement

(899 ram}

31A,,

(89_m)

(71

Vent:

31/2'' (89mm)

Water Inlet:

31/4'' (83mm)

61/8"

(156mm)

35%"

28W'

ram)

NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. See "Venting Requirements."

Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation

All dimensions show recommended and minimum spacing allowed.

[] Additional spacing should be considered for ease of

installation and servicing.

[] Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, floor

moldings, dryer venting, and gas line.

[] 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.

Recommended installation clearances:

Closet installation {dryer only):

"(8o4mTI

18" rain. 1

48 in.2

(310cm2}

Cabinet installation {dryer only):

7 ,I

(178 ram}

1 ml

(25ram}

Custom under counter installation (dryer only):

24 in._

(155 cm_)

3 ,I

(76 ram}

1 ml

(25 ram) _

(25ram}

Closet Installation {stacked washer and dryer):

78"

(1930 mm¿

5 ,I

(127 rnrr_

(310cm2)

48 in.2

24 in?

o o

i j

1 ml

39" rain.

(990 ram}

(25 mini

(25 ram}

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) or Standard CAN/CSA-Z240

MH.

Mobile home installations require: [] Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase from

your dealer. For further information, see "Assistance or Service" section in your Use and Care Guide.

[] Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to

introduce outside air into dryer. Openings (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as dryer exhaust opening.

(25 mm)

ELECTR[C, REQU[REMENW$

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 Electrical Code requires a 4-wire power supply

connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home installations.

A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from: National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park,

Quincy, MA 02269.

[] 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.

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.

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 four 10-gauge copper wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30R. The ground wire (ground

4-wire receptacle (14-30R)

3-wire receptacle

(10-30R)

if connecting by direct wire: Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire)

and be: [] Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable

(with ground wire), covered 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.

conductor) may be either green or bare. The neutral conductor must be identified by a white

cover.

Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with

ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply cord, at least

4 ft. (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of

NEMA Type 10-30R.

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

electrical supply connection. The neutral ground conductor is permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire) within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical supply connection, the neutral ground conductor must be removed from the external ground connector (green screw), and secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block. When the neutral ground conductor is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neutral conductor. The green ground wire of the 4-wire power cord must be secured to the dryer cabinet with the green ground screw.

[] 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 after 1996, (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.

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

INSTALL LE¥_LING LEGS

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

, Prepare dryer for leveling legs

To avoid damaging floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from dryer carton; place under entire back edge of dryer.

Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay

dryer down on cardboard.

Examine leveling legs, find diamond marking. Screw legs into leg holes by hand, use a wrench to finish turning legs until

diamond marking is no longer visible. 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.

ELECTRIC INS LATION

For power supply cord installations:

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.

For direct wire installations:

Fire Hazard

Use 10 gauge 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.

Before you start: disconnect power.

1, Choose electrical connection type

Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R). Go to Power Supply Cord Connection.

Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R). Go to Power Supply Cord Connection.

4-wire direct connection:

Go to Direct Wire Connection.

3-wire direct connection:

Go to Direct Wire Connection.

Remove hold-down screw and terminal block cover.

NOTE: If local codes do not permit connection of a cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire, go to "Optional 3-wire connection". This connection may be used with either a power supply cord or a direct wire connection.

Power Supply Cord Connection

Power supply cord strain relief:

Remove the screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the tabs of the two clamp

sections (C) into the hole below the terminal block opening (B) so that one tab is pointing up (A) and the other is pointing

down (D), and hold in place. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to hold the two clamp sections (C) together.

Attach power supply cord

to strain relief

4=Wire Power Supply Cord Connection

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not

4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)

Spade terminals with upturned ends

3ermit the use of 3-wire connections.

4-prong plug

Ring terminals

, Prepare to connect neutral ground

wire and neutral wire

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.

if your outlet looks like this:

Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to 4-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection on this page.

Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to 3-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection on page 10.

Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B).

Remove neutral ground wire (E)from green external ground

conductor screw (A).

Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire

Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord under center terminal block

screw (B). Tighten screw. 9

Connect ground wire

. Remove center screw

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

screw.

Connect remaining wires under outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover

into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down

screw. Now, go to Venting Requirements.

Remove center terminal block screw (B).

Connect neutral wire

Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord under center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw.

Connect remaining wires

3-Wire Power Supply Cord Connection

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

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

Spade terminals with upturned ends

3-prong plug

Ring terminals

Connect remaining wires under outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover

into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down

screw. Now, go to Venting Requirements.

Direct Wire Connection

Direct wire strain relief

Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking

on strain relief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief (C) through the hole below the terminal block opening (B).

Reaching inside the terminal block opening, screw the

removable conduit connector (A) onto the strain relief threads and tighten securely.

4=Wire Direct Wire Connection

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections.

1, Prepare your 4=wire cable

for direct connection

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

Strip 5" (127 mm) of outer covering from end of cable,

leaving bare ground wire at 5" (127 mm). Cut 11/2'' (38 mm) from remaining 3 wires. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). Shape ends of wires into hooks.

Attach direct wire cable to strain relief

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 your wiring looks like this:

4-wire direct connection: Go to 4-Wire Direct Connection on

this page.

wire and neutral wire

Remove center terminal block screw (B). Remove neutral ground wire (E) from green external ground conductor

screw (A).

3-wire direct connection: Go to 3-Wire Direct Connection

page 12.

Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire

Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook facing right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire

cable under center screw of terminal block (B). Squeeze hooked ends together and

tighten screw.

Connect ground wire

3=Wire Direct Wire Connection

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

1, Prepare your 3=wire cable

for direct connection

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

Strip 31/2'' (89 mm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip insulation back 1" (25 mm). If using 3-wire cable with ground wire, cut bare wire even with outer covering. Shape wire ends

into hooks.

Connect ground wire (green or bare) (F) of direct wire cable under green external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten

screw.

Connect remaining wires

Remove center screw

Remove center terminal block screw (B).

Connect neutral wire

Place hooked ends of remaining direct wire cable wires under outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screws. Finally, reinsert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. Now, go to Venting Requirements.

Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B), hook facing right. Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw.

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