Parts needed for installation
Check local codes and see electrical and venting requirements, Panels A and B, before purchasing parts.
Determine if you will need to purchase a power supply cord kit or power supply cable.
Electrical
If using a power supply cord:
Dryer power supply cord must be:
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•Type SRD or SRDT
•At least 4 feet long
The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.
The receptacle must be located within 3 feet of the top, back center of the control console.
If your outlet | Choose this |
looks like this: | power supply cord: |
receptacle | with ring or spade terminals |
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receptacle | with ring or spade terminals |
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If connecting by direct wire:
Power supply cable must match power supply
•flexible armored or
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•at least 4 feet long.
Venting system
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to do so can result in death or fire.
Dura Safe vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts & Accessories
See Page 11 for more information.
Exhaust hood
Do Not use exhaust hoods with magnetic latches.
Preferred | Acceptable |
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4"4" 
2-1/2"
Mobile home installations require:
•Mobile Home Installation Kit, Part Number 346764*
•Metal exhaust system hardware*
Floors sloped greater than
1 inch:
Require Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 279810*.
*Available for purchase from your dealer.
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