Options

Pedestal

Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You may purchase a pedestal separately for this dryer. This pedestal will add about 13" (33 cm) to the height of your unit for a total height of approximately 51" (130 cm).

For a garage installation, you will need to place the pedestal at least 6" (15.2 cm) above the floor.

Optional pedestal

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask for Part Number LAB2700PMT (Meteorite) or LAB2700MQ0 (White).

Stack Kit

Are you planning to stack your washer and dryer? To do so, you will need to purchase a Stack Kit.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask for Part Number 8541503.

Location Requirements

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.

Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor for a garage installation.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

You will need

A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See “Venting Requirements.”

If you are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”

A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of 200 lbs (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance should also be considered.

A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (2.5 cm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. Clothes may not tumble properly, and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level.

For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor. If using a pedestal, you will need to place the pedestal at least 6" (22.9 cm) above the floor.

Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an automatic cycle. This can result in longer drying times.

The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.

Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer.

Installation clearances

The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.

Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.

Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and floor moldings.

Additional spacing of 1" (2.5 cm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer.

Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

Dryer Dimensions

51½" (130.81 cm)

38"

(96.52 cm)

*31½"

(80 cm)27"

(68.6 cm)

*Most installations require a minimum 5½" (14 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”

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Whirlpool FRONT-LOADING GAS DRYER manual Options, Location Requirements

FRONT-LOADING GAS DRYER specifications

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