INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTD.)
SPECIAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, the dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED THE OUTDOORS. See EXHAUST INFORMATION section.
Minimum clearances between dryer cabinet and adjacent walls are: 2″ either side and 3″ front and rear. Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead cabinets, etc. is 52″ (132cm).
Closet door must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and must contain a minimum of 60 sq. in. of open area equally distributed. If this closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must contain a minimum of 120 sq. in. of open area equally distributed.
No other
MINIMUM CLEARANCE OTHER THAN ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATIONS.
Minimum clearances to combustible surfaces: 2’’ clearance both sides and 3’’ rear.
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION
The dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors with the termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure. (See EXHAUST INFORMATION section.)
The exhaust MUST NOT be terminated beneath the mobile home.
Provisions must be made for the introduction of outside air into the dryer. The free air opening shall not be less than 12 sq. inches.
The exhaust duct material MUST BE METAL.
The dryer must be attached to the floor following instructions available from the dealer.
Installation must comply with the current CAN / CSA Z240MH series Mobile Home Installation Codes.
NOTE: CONSIDERATION MUST BE GIVEN TO INSTALLING AND SERVICING THE APPLIANCE.
ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY
CAUTION: NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
This dryer must be connected to n individual circuit identical to the one specified on the rating plate of the loading port protected by fuses or circuit breaker conforming to local codes. THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
PROPERLY GROUNDED.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the
Note: if the electrical power supply does not meet the specifications listed below, call a licensed electrician.
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