Dryer gas pipe
■The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a ³⁄₈" male pipe thread.
A
B
2¹³⁄₁₆"* (7.1 cm)
4"
(12.3 cm)
A. ½" NPT gas supply line
B. ³⁄₈" NPT dryer pipe
*NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe height must be an additional 11" (28 cm) from the floor. For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be an additional
18" (46 cm) from the floor.
Venting Requirements
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling or a concealed space of a building.
If using an existing vent system
■Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
■Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal vent.
■Review Vent system charts. Modify existing vent system if necessary to achieve the best drying performance.
If this is a new vent system
Vent material
■Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
■4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.
4"
10.2 cm
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more information, see the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual.
Rigid metal vent
■For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are recommended.
■Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent
■Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for cleaning and the total length does not exceed 8 ft (2.4 m).
■Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its final location.
■Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance.
■Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors.
Elbows
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
GoodBetter
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. Do not use duct tape.
Clamp
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