INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

Tools needed:

Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer) Vent clamps

Vent elbows and ductwork

Additional parts may be required, depending in your installation. Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. Read “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” before purchasing parts.

Flat-blade screwdriver

#2 Phillips screwdriver

If using a power supply cord:

 

 

 

 

Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with

 

 

clothes dryers. The kit should contain:

 

 

A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt

 

 

minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be

 

 

at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to

 

 

the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals

 

 

with upturned ends.

Wire stripper (direct wire

Tin snips (new vent

A UL listed strain relief.

installations)

installations)

 

1/4" and 5/16" nut driver (recommended)

Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (25mm) or hex-head socket wrench

Parts supplied:

Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts are included.

NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied if installing with a pedestal or a stack kit.

Utility knife

Level

Tape measure

Pliers

Leveling legs (4)

Short inlet hose

Rubber washer

“Y” connector

Long inlet hose

Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

Min. 8" long Torx® T25 screwdriver

(for door reversal only)

Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to your Use and Care Guide for information about accessories available for your dryer.

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Whirlpool W10057363B Installation Requirements, Tools needed, If using a power supply cord, Parts supplied