Whirlpool GEW9250PW0, GEW9250PL0 manual VentingRequirements, If using an existing vent system

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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 of this manual.

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 position.

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

Exhaust

Recommended hood styles are shown here.

B

A

4"

(10.2 cm)

4" (10.2 cm)

A. Louvered hood style

B. Box hood style

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