Exhaustingthedryer.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
ExhaustSystemRequirements
Use only 4" (102 cm) diameter (minimum) rigid metal
duct for best performance, or flexible metal duct. Use
approved vent hood which has swing-out dampers
that open when the dryer is in operation. When the
dryer stops, the dampers automatically close to
prevent drafts and the entrance of insects and
rodents. To avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a
minimum of 12" (30.5 cm) clearance between the
vent hood and the ground or any other obstruction.
A ThedryerexhaustsystemMUSTBEEXHAUSTED
TOTHEOUTSIDEofthedwelling.
ADO NOTallow combustible materials (for example:
clothing, draperies/curtains, paper) to come in
contact with exhaust system.
A ThedryerMUSTNOTbeexhaustediutoagasveu_
chimney,a wall,a ceiling,acommonductwitha
If all rigid metal duct cannot be used, then flexible
all-metal venting can be used, but it will reduce the
maximum recommended duct length. See Additional A
InstallationInstructionstollowing.
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WARNING:thefollowingarespecific
requirementsfor properandsafeoperationof your
drye_Failureto followtheseinstructionscan create
excessivedryingtimesandfire hazards.
ADO NOTuseplasticflexibleducttoexhaustthe
dryer.Excessivelint canbuildupinsideexhaust
systemandcreatea firehazardandrestrictair
flow.Restrictedair flowwill increasedryingtimes.
ff yourpresentsystemismadeupofplasticduct
ormetalfoilduct replaceitwithrigidorflexible
metalduct.Ensurethepresentductis freeofany
lintpriortoinstallingdryerduct
kitchenexhaustoranyconcealedspaceof a
buildingwhichcanaccumulatelict resultingin
a firehazard.
DO NOTexceed die length of duct pipe or
number of elbows allowed in dm Maximum Length
charts. Lint can accumulate in the exhaust
system, plugging dm system and creating a fire
hazard, as well as increasing dodng times.
DO NOTscreen the exhaust ends of the vent
system, nor use any screws or rivets to assemble
the exhaust system. Lint can become caugilt in
the screen, on the screws or rivets, clogging the
duct work and creating a fire hazard as well as
increasing drying times. Use an approved vent
hood to terminate the duct outdoors, and seal
all joints with duct tape. All male duct pipe
fittings MUSTbe installed downstream with
the flow of air:
A
EXPLOSION HAZARD.Do not install the dryer
where gasoline or other flammables are kept
or stored. If the dryer is installed in a garage,
it must be a minimum of 18" (45.7 cm) above
the floor. Failure to do so can resuh in death,
explosion, fire or burns.
A Provide an access 1or inspection and cleaning of
the exhaust system, especially at turns. Inspect
and clean at least once per year.
ADo not obstruct incoming or exhausted ain
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Additional Installation Instructions
If all rigid metal duct cannot be used, then flexible
all-metal venting can be used, but it will reduce the
maximum recommended duct length. In special
installations when it is impossible to make a
connection with the above recommendations, then
UL-listedclothes dryer transitionduct may be used as
transition venting between the dryer and wall
connection only. The use of this ducting will affect
drying time.
ff flexibletransitionductis necessary,only UL-listedduct
identifiedforusewithclothesdryersis approved.
The following directions must be followed.
• Use the shortest lengdl possible.
• Stretch the duct to its maximum length.
• Do not crush or collapse.
• Never use n'ansition duct inside the w-all, flooring,
ceiling or inside the dryen
• Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
• Venting must contorm to local building codes.