Clearance requirements
- EXPLOSION HAZARD - Do not install the dryer where gasoline or other flammables are kept or stored. If the dryer is installed in a garage, it must be a minimum of 18 inches (45.7 cm) above the floor. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire or burns.
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYER:
1.In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions.
2.In an area where it will come in contact with curtains, drapes, or anything that will obstruct the flow of com- bustion and ventilation air.
3.On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of 1 inch (2.54 cm).
INSTALLATION IN A RECESS OR CLOSET
1.A dryer installed in a bedroom, bathroom, recess or closet, MUST be exhausted outdoors.
2.No other fuel burning appliance shall be installed in the same closet as the gas dryer.
3.Your dryer needs the space around it for proper ventilation.
DO NOT install your dryer in a closet with a solid door.
4.Closet door ventilation required: A minimum of 120 square inches (774.2 cm²) of opening, equally divided at the top and bottom of the door, is required. Openings should be located 3 inches (7.6 cm) from bottom and top of door. Openings are required to be unobstructed when a door is installed. A louvered door with equivalent air openings for the full length of the door is acceptable.
3” 
(7.6cm)
60 sq. in.
(387.1cm²)
60 sq. in.
(387.1cm²)
3” 
(7.6cm)
closet door
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES - Inches (cm)
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Alcove | 0” (0 cm) | 0” (0 cm)* | 0” (0 cm) | n/a |
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Under- | 0” (0 cm) | 0” (0 cm)* | 0” (0 cm) | n/a |
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Closet | 0” (0 cm) | 0” (0 cm)* | 0” (0 cm) | 1” (2.54 cm) |
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*For other than straight back venting, a
0” 
(0cm)
0” 
(0cm)
1” | 0” |
(2.54cm) | (0cm) |
To achieve an installation with 0” (0 cm) clearance for the back of the dryer (for other than straight back vent- ing), a
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