Electrical
requirements
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded
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.
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.
Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
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Recommended ground method
It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and is in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 — latest edition* and all local codes and ordinances.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:
*National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
Exhaust requirements
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.
•Do Not use
•Do Not exhaust dryer into any gas vent, chimney, furnace, cold air vent, wall, ceiling, concealed space of a building, attic or crawl space, or any other vent used for venting.
•Do Not install flexible vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors.
Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Exhaust your dryer to the outside. Moisture and lint indoors may cause:
•Lint to gather around the dryer where it can be fuel for a fire.
•Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpet, etc.
•Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Dura Safe™ venting products are recommended and are available from your dealer.
Use a heavy metal vent. Do Not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to prevent crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its final position. Remove excess flexible vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced air flow.
An exhaust hood should cap the exhaust vent to prevent rodents and insects from entering the home.
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If using an existing exhaust system, clean lint from entire length of system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal or flexible metal vent.
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.
Service check: Back pressure in any exhaust system used must not exceed
0.6inches in water column measured with an incline manometer at the point that exhaust vent connects to dryer.
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