Plan Vent System

Choose your exhaust installation type

Recommended exhaust installations

Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible.

 

B

 

C

 

D

A

E

 

F

 

G

 

H

A. Dryer

E. Clamps

B. Elbow

F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent

C. Wall

G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows

D. Exhaust hood

H. Exhaust outlet

Optional exhaust installations

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Cover unused exhaust holes with the following kit:

279818 (white)

Contact your local dealer.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.

This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left side, or through the bottom. Contact your local dealer to have the dryer converted.

Alternate installations for close clearances

Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.

AB

A. Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow)

B. Periscope installation

NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. Please see the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual to order.

Over-the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028

Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch):

Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) mismatch

Part Number 4396011 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm) mismatch

Part Number 4396014 - 29" (73.66 cm) to 50" (127 cm) mismatch

Special provisions for mobile home installations

The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside.

ABC

A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Left or right side exhaust installation

C. Bottom exhaust installation (not an option with pedestal installations)

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Whirlpool W10057250 manual Plan Vent System, Optional exhaust installations, Alternate installations for close clearances