VentingRequirements

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Use a heavy metal vent.

Do not use a plastic vent.

Do not use a metal foil vent.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

■Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance.

■Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors.

Elbows

45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.

GoodBetter

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling or a concealed space of a building.

Clamps

■Use clamps to seal all joints.

■Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the duct. Do not use duct tape.

If using an existing vent system

■Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.

■Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent.

■Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if necessary to achieve the best drying performance.

If this is a new vent system

Vent material

■Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

■4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.

4"

10.2 cm

4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent

DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more information, see the “Assistance or Service” section.

Rigid metal vent

■For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are recommended.

■Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking.

Flexible metal vent

■Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for cleaning.

■Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its final location.

Clamp

Exhaust

Recommended hood styles are shown here.

B

A

4"

(10.2 cm)

4" (10.2 cm)

A. Louvered hood style

B. Box hood style

The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.

4"

(10.2 cm)

2½" (6.4 cm)

■An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the home.

■Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30.5 cm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).

■Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.

Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in:

Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc.

Housecleaning problems and health problems.

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W10151492A specifications

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