Whirlpool 8578567 manual Plan Vent System, Alternate installations for close clearances

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1.Loosen or remove center terminal block screw.

2.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.

3.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.

B

4. Replace the terminal block cover on the back of the dryer.

A

5. Tighten strain relief nut.

 

A. Neutral wire (white or center wire)

B. Center terminal block screw

Plan Vent System

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.

Choose your exhaust installation type

Recommended exhaust installations

Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.

Alternate installations for close clearances

Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. A close-clearance installation is shown below. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow)

Over-the-Top Installation Kit Part Number 4396028 for close clearance alternate installation is available for purchase. For ordering information see “Assistance or Service.”

Special provisions for mobile home installations

The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside.

A

B

C

A. Exhaust hood

B. Flexible metal vent or rigid metal vent C. Elbow

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Contents 8578567 Electric DryerTable of Contents Your safety and the safety of others are very important Dryer SafetyOptions Installation RequirementsTools and Parts Location RequirementsMobile Home Additional Location Requirements Dryer DimensionsCustom undercounter installation Dryer only Mobile home installations requireElectrical Connection Electrical RequirementsIt is your responsibility If this is a new vent system Vent material If using an existing vent systemVenting Requirements Electrical Connection Installation InstructionsPower Supply Cord Direct Wire Wire connection Direct Wire Wire connection Power supply cordCE F Plan Vent System Alternate installations for close clearancesSpecial provisions for mobile home installations Determine vent path Install Vent SystemVent system chart Connect VentIf the dryer will not start, check the following Complete InstallationLevel Dryer Stopping and Restarting Changing Cycles and TemperaturesDryer USE Starting Your DryerCycles Drying, Cycle and Temperature TipsControls Dryer Care Cleaning the Dryer LocationCleaning the Lint Screen Vacation and Moving Care Cleaning the Control PanelCleaning the Dryer Interior Removing Accumulated LintNo heat TroubleshootingDryer Operation Dryer will not runU.S.A Assistance or Service8578567 Whirlpool Corporation Major Appliance Warranty