■Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
■The total length of flexible metal vent should not exceed 7 3/4 ft (2.4 m)
Elbows
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
■Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
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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.
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, bushes, snow line, etc.).
Plan Vent System
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
A
B 
C
A. Exhaust hood
B. Flexible metal or rigid metal vent
C. Elbow
Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two
AB
A.
B.Periscope installation
NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. For information on ordering, see “Assistance or Service.”
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