Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
■Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
■Additional spacing is required if you exhaust out the rear of the dryer to either the right or left side.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Installation Clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.
Dryer Dimensions
43½"
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1" | 29" | 1" | 1"* | 29¼" | 5" |
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3"* (76 mm)
3"* (76 mm)
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*Most installations require a minimum 5" (127 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer. This dryer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should be considered for the following reasons:
■Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.
■Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and floor moldings.
■Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer.
■For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
C. Closet door with vents
*Required spacing
Mobile home - Additional installation requirements
This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or Standard
Mobile home installations require:
■Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase from your dealer.
■Mobile Home Installation Kit Part Number 346764. See “Tools and Parts” section for information on ordering.
■Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening.
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