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Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

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Flat-blade screwdriver

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet)

Wire stripper (direct wire installations)

Level

Vent clamps

Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

Tin snips (new vent installations)

¼" nut driver (recommended)

Tape measure

Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of purchasing a pedestal separately for this dryer. You may select a 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal. This pedestal will add to the total height of the dryer for a total height of approximately 53.5" (135.9 cm).

For a garage installation, you will need to place the pedestal at least 3.5" (8.9 cm) above￿￿￿the7￿floor8￿62￿. 4￿4￿￿￿6

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Remove parts packages from dryer drum. Check that all parts are

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Do not use leveling legs if installing the dryer on a pedestal.

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Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. See “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” before purchasing parts. 111111234

For close-clearance installations6276819between￿ 31.5" (80.01 cm) and 37" (93.98 cm), see Plan Vent System section for venting requirements.

Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the Assistance or Service section of this manual.

To￿￿￿￿￿￿￿￿￿￿￿￿￿￿￿6789￿￿order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the Assistance or Service section of this manual.

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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.

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