Whirlpool W10057363B Installation Requirements, Tools needed, If using a power supply cord

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

Tools needed:

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.

Flat-blade screwdriver

#2 Phillips screwdriver

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.

Wire stripper (direct wire

Tin snips (new vent

A UL listed strain relief.

installations)

installations)

 

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

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

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

Tape measure

Pliers

Leveling legs (4)

Short inlet hose

Rubber washer

“Y” connector

Long inlet hose

Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

Min. 8" long Torx® T25 screwdriver

(for door reversal only)

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

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Contents Electric Dryer Installation Instructions Dryer Safety Parts supplied Installation RequirementsIf using a power supply cord Tools neededLocation Requirements Installation ClearancesElectrical Requirements Screw in leveling legs Install Leveling LegsIf connecting by direct wire Prepare dryer for leveling legsElectric Installation For power supply cord installationsFor direct wire installations Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Power Supply Cord ConnectionAttach power supply cord Prepare to connect neutral ground wire and neutral wireRemove center screw Connect ground wireConnect remaining wires Connect neutral wireWire Direct Wire Connection Direct Wire ConnectionDirect wire strain relief Attach direct wire strain relief Attach direct wire cable to strain reliefWire Direct Wire Connection Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct connectionOptional External Ground for 3-Wire Connection Connect external ground wirePower Supply Cord Shown Venting Venting Requirements Plan Vent System Special provisions for mobile homesDetermine vent path Connect Inlet Hose Install Vent SystemCheck for leaks Attach long hose to Y connector and tighten couplingsAttach long hose to dryer fill valve and tighten coupling Turn on cold water faucetLevel dryer Connect ventChecklist Complete InstallationRemove inner door from outer door Door Reversal optionalMove the door strike Remove door from dryerReverse outer window assembly Remove outer window assembly from trim ringRotate and reassemble outer window assembly to trim ring Reinstall hinge and latch on opposite sidesRemove hinge and latch Reinstall door on dryer Reinstall inner door assemblyPage 2010 11/10 All rights reserved