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KEY DIMENSIONS

AND SPECIFICATIONS

Description

 

Dryer (Gas and Electric)

Electrical Requirements

Please refer to the rating label.

Gas

Requirements*

NG:

6-8 in. WC

Gas

Requirements*

LP:

10-13 in. WC

Dimensions

 

27" (W) X 28 11/16" (D) X 38" (H), 52 1/4" (D With door open)

 

 

 

68.60m (W) X 76.7cm (D) X 96.50m (H), 132.7cm (D With door open)

Net Weight

 

Electric: 139 lb. (63.1kg) Gas: 142.4 lb. (64.6kg)

Drying Capacity

 

IEC 7.4 cu. ft.

*Gas

Models only.

 

 

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT:

Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer!

It is important that you review this entire manual before installing and using your dryer. It contains detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas con- nections and exhaust requirements.

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203/20"

(56.2 cm)

CHOOSE THE PROPER

LOCATION

 

Store and install the dryer

where it will not be exposed

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to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor

 

weather conditions.

Choose a location with a solid, level floor.

If the dryer is being installed in a garage, place the dryer at least 18 in. (45.7cm) above the floor.

Properly ground the dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the dryer in damp or wet locations.

IMPORTANT:

If you are

installing your

dryer in a

 

manufactured

or mobile

home,

please

refer to the

3"

section Special Electrical Requirements for Mobile or

 

Manufactured

Homes on page

12,

 

(7.6 cm)

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CLEARANCES

Most installations require a minimum 5-1/2 in.

(14 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust ducting.

Allow minimum clearances of at least 1 in.

(2.5 cm) on the sides and back to minimize vibration and noise.

Allowing additional clearance for installation and servicing is recommended.

Be sure to allow for wall, door, or floor moldings that may increase the required clearances.

Allow at least 21 in. (53.3 cm) in front of the dryer to open the door.

48 sq in. /

(310 cm)

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34 sq in.

(155cm)"

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(7.6 cm)

(2.5 cm)

27"

(2.5 cm)

(68.6 cm)

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Additional Instructions for

closet installations:

The closet door must allow for sufficient airflow. Refer to the diagram to the left for minimum vent opening requirements. A Iouvered door is also acceptable.

Closet Door Vent

Requirements

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