Burner Input Requirements:
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 ½ psi.
Dryer Gas Pipe
■The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a ³⁄₈" male pipe thread.
2"
(5.1 cm)
A | ³⁄₄" |
| (1.9 cm) |
A. ³⁄₈" NPT dryer pipe
VentingRequirements
WARNING
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 dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling or a concealed space of a building.
If using an existing vent system
■Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
■Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent.
■Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if necessary to achieve the best drying performance.
If this is a new vent system
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.
4"
10.2 cm
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more information, see the “Assistance or Service” section.
Rigid metal vent
■For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are recommended.
■Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid 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 location.
■Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance.
■Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors.
Elbows
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
GoodBetter
Clamps
■Use clamps to seal all joints.
■Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the duct. Do not use duct tape.
Clamp
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