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.
The total length of flexible metal vent should not exceed 73⁄4 ft (2.4 m).
Elbows
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
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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 and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
Clamp
Exhaust
Recommended hood styles are shown here.
B
A
4" 
(102 mm)
4" 
(102 mm)
A. Louvered hood style
B. Box hood style
The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.
4" (102 mm) 
2½" (64 mm)
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (305 mm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in:
Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc.
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Install Leveling Legs
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install washer/dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
To protect the floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from the shipping carton. Gently place the washer/dryer on its side, on the cardboard.
Install the rear leveling legs
1.Push legs into holes in rear corners until they snap into place.
2.Check adjustability of rear legs by pushing in one leg. The other leg should come out. Check both legs. If they do not move freely, repeat Step 1.
Install the front leveling legs
1.Examine the front leveling legs. Find the diamond marking.
2.Screw front legs by hand, into the holes in the triangular braces in the front corners. Use wrench to finish turning the legs until the diamond marking is no longer visible.
3.Slowly stand the washer/dryer upright.
For mobile home use
Washer/dryers with gas dryers must be securely fastened to the floor.
Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Kit. See “Tools and Parts” section for information on ordering.
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