Whirlpool GEW9200LQ0 manual Connect Vent, Reverse Door Swing, Loosen door trim, Remove the door

Models: GEW9200LQ0

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Connect Vent

Connect Vent

1.Using a 4 in. (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is clean. The dryer vent must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet and inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4 in. (10.2 cm) clamp.

2.Move dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink vent. Make sure dryer is level.

3.(On gas models) Check to be sure there are no kinks in the flexible gas line.

Reverse Door Swing

You can change your door swing from a right-side opening to a left-side opening, if desired.

Locate the door reversing kit that was shipped in the drum of your dryer. You will need these parts to complete the door reversal.

Loosen door trim

1.Place a towel or soft cloth on top of the dryer or work space to protect the surface.

2.Loosen the plastic trim above and below the handle filler. Carefully pull out on the trim until it unsnaps. Remove the handle filler and set aside.

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1.Plastic trim

2.Handle filler

3.Loosen the plastic trim above and below the hinge cover. Carefully pull out on the trim until it unsnaps. Remove the hinge cover and set aside.

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1.Plastic trim

2.Hinge cover

Keep the original handle filler and hinge cover in case you decide to return the door to its original position.

A new handle filler and hinge cover are provided in the door reversing kit that will be installed in a later step.

Remove the door

1.Open the dryer door. Remove the 5 screws that hold the door hinge on the front panel of the dryer. Loosen, but do not remove, the screw with the top keyhole opening LAST (second from the top).

2.Lift and pull forward on the door so that the screwhead clears the keyhole. Remove the door.

3.Lay the dryer door on a flat, protected surface with the inside door assembly facing up. Remove the 2 screws holding the handle to the door. Pull handle straight out and set aside. A new handle is provided.

NOTE: Keep this handle in case you decide to return the door to its original position.

4.Remove the 6 screws to release the outer door assembly from the inner door assembly (see illustration). It is important that you remove ONLY the 6 indicated screws.

5.Lift the inner door assembly off of the outer door assembly. Set the outer door assembly aside.

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Whirlpool GEW9200LQ0 manual Connect Vent, Reverse Door Swing, Loosen door trim, Remove the door