Dryer location
and dimensions
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Dimensions shown with feet extended 1” from bottom of dryer.
11" | terminal block cover |
|
power supply cord/cable strain relief
14"
mounted door handle)
extended door handle)
27”
The dryer door extends 14" from the front of the dryer when fully opened.
Exhaust dimensions
back exhaust
4"
left or right side exhaust
bottom exhaust
*Most models will require at least 5" clearance behind the dryer for the dryer vent. | ||
For proper drying performance: |
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The location must provide: | ✔Level floor: Maximum slope under entire dryer | |
✔Protection from weather and water: Do not | should not be more than 1 inch. (If slope is greater | |
store or use dryer where it will be exposed to | than 1 inch, install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part | |
water and weather. | No. 279810.) Clothes may not tumble properly and | |
✔Room temperature above 45°F: If room | automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if | |
dryer is not level. | ||
temperature is below 45°F, automatic cycles may | ||
✔Sturdy floor to support dryer weight of | ||
not shut off. | ||
120 pounds.
It is your responsibility to:
✔Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
✔Check code requirements: Some codes limit or do not permit installation of clothes dryers in garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
✔Comply with the installation specifications and dimensions.
✔Consider spacing requirements for companion appliances.
✔Make sure you have everything necessary for proper installation.
✔Properly install dryer.
✔Contact a qualified installer to insure that the electrical installation meets all national and local codes and ordinances.
Recessed area/closet installation
WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire this appliance
MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS
Recessed area installation
Closet/confined area installation
Installation clearances
Use recommended clearance for easier installation.
Recommended/Minimum
front view
If a closet door is installed: The minimum unobstructed air openings are required. Louvered doors with equivalent air openings are acceptable.
| Back | Sides | Top | Front |
Recessed | 5"/0" | 1"/0" | 18"/15" | — |
Closet | 5"/0" | 1"/0" | 18"/15" | 1"/1" |
• A clothes dryer produces combustible lint and |
must be exhausted outdoors. |
• If codes permit, dryer may be installed in a |
recessed area or closet using dimensions shown. |
• Dimensions are in inches and are the minimum |
allowable. |
• Additional spacing should be considered for ease |
of installation and servicing. Companion |
appliance spacing should also be considered. |
15"
0"*0"*
* Wall, door and floor molding may require |
additional spacing. |
front view
| 3" |
| closet |
48 | door |
sq. in.** |
|
24 sq. in.** |
|
| 3" |
| 1" |
side view
14"
max.
0"***
**Minimum top and bottom air openings for closet door.
***External exhaust elbow requires additional space.
Electrical
requirements
If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.
Important: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
A
Recommended ground method
It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and is in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 — latest edition**** and all local codes and ordinances.
Copies of the standards listed above may be obtained from:
****National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
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