Vent System Length
Maximum length of vent system depends upon the type of vent used, number of elbows, and type of exhaust hood. The maximum length for both rigid and flexible vent is shown in the chart.
Vent System Chart
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| 0 | Rigid metal | 64 ft. (20 m) | 58 ft. (17.7 m) |
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| 1 | Rigid metal | 54 ft. (16.5 m) | 48 ft. (14.6 m) |
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| 2 | Rigid metal | 44 ft. (13.4 m) | 38 ft. (11.6 m) |
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| 3 | Rigid metal | 35 ft. (10.7 m) | 29 ft. (8.8 m) |
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| 4 | Rigid metal | 27 ft. (8.2 m) | 21 ft. (6.4 m) |
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For vent systems not covered by the vent specification chart, see Whirlpool Service Manual, “Exhausting Whirlpool Dryers,” Part No. LIT603197, available from your Whirlpool parts distributor.
If dryer is installed in a confined area, such as a bedroom, bathroom, or closet, provision must be made for enough air for combustion and ventilation. (Check governing codes and ordinances.) See “Recessed Area and Closet Installation Instructions” in the “Location Requirements” section.
Install Vent System
1.Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.
12" min.
(305 mm)
12" min. 
(305 mm)
2.Connect exhaust vent to hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with vent tape.
3.Run exhaust vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible. Avoid 90º turns. Use vent tape to seal all joints.
Install Leveling Legs
1.Remove tape from dryer cabinet. Open dryer door and remove tape from dryer drum. (Not all dryer drums are taped.) Remove drying rack, if included. Turn dryer drum counterclockwise to make sure all tape was removed. Wipe drum with damp cloth to remove any dust.
2.Take two cardboard corners from dryer carton and place them on floor in back of dryer. Firmly grasp body of dryer and gently lay it on its back on the cardboard corners.
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3.Start to screw legs into holes by hand. Use an adjustable wrench or 1" (25 mm)
4.Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under each of the 2 dryer back corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its final location. Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent.
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