Mobile home installation requirements
If codes permit, this dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation of the dryer must conform to the
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U.S. Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Homes Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) latest edition.
The dryer must be fastened to the floor.
Order Mobile Home Installation Kit, Part No. 346764, from your dealer. Kit includes the necessary fastening hardware and detailed installation instructions. Metal exhaust system is also available through your dealer.
Special provisions must be made for the introduction of outside air into the dryer when installed in a mobile home. The area of any opening for the introduction of outside air (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening.
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The dryer must be exhausted outside.
The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a
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The exhaust outlet is located at the center of the rear of the dryer.
The exhaust vent can be routed up, down, left, right or straight out the back of the dryer. See “Recessed area/closet installation” section, Page 4, for space requirements.
This dryer may be converted to exhaust
out the right or left side or through the bottom.
Typical installations for left or right side exhausting.
Typical installations for bottom exhausting.
To convert the dryer, the following kits are available from your dealer.
Exhaust Kit No. 279818 (white)
Exhaust Kit No. 279819 (almond)
Exhaust Kit No. 279925 (biscuit)
Exhaust Kit No. 279969 (silver)
Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns. Avoid making 90° turns.
When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.
Determine vent length
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