Whirlpool duet 8578186 - Manuel (Page 5)

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools and Parts
Check that you have everything necessary for correct installation.
Proper installation is your responsibility.
Parts supplied
Remove parts packages from dryer drum. Check that all parts are
included.
■ Parts package.
4 Leveling legs
NOTE: Do not use leveling legs if installing the dryer on a
pedestal.
Parts needed
Check local codes and with gas supplier. Check existing gas
supply, electrical supply and venting. Read “Electrical
Requirements,” “Gas Supply Requirements” and “Venting
Requirements” before purchasing parts.
■ For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (80.01 cm)
and 37" (93.98 cm), see “Plan Vent System” section for
venting requirements.
Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following)
that may be ordered by calling the dealer from whom you
purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the
“Assistance or Service” section of this manual.
■ Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.
■ Metal exhaust system hardware.
Options
Pedestal
Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You may purchase a
pedestal separately for this dryer. This pedestal will add about
13" (33 cm) to the height of your unit for a total height of
approximately 51" (130 cm).
Optional pedestal
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 LAB2700MQ (White), LAB2700MT (Biscuit) or
LAB2700ML (Pewter).
Stack Kit
Are you planning to stack your DUET
®
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.
Door Reversal Kit
Are you planning to reverse the door swing direction on your
DUET
®
dryer? To do so, you will need to purchase a Door
Reversal 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 8530069 (Shield Blue), 8530070 (Shield
Platinum), 8530071 (Biscuit) or 8530072 (Pewter).
Door Reversal and Stack Combination Kit
Are you planning to reverse the door swing direction on your
DUET
® dryer and stack your DUET ® washer and dryer? To do so,
you can purchase a Door Reversal and Stack Combination Kit.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or
refer to the “Assistance and Service” section of this manual. Ask
for Part Number 8530073 (Shield Blue), 8530074 (Shield
Platinum), 8530075 (Biscuit) or 8530076 (Pewter).
Backguard
If you are installing your DUET
®
washer and dryer and wish to
avoid having loose items fall behind your machines, you may
purchase a pair of washer/dryer backguards. These will reduce
the chance of items falling behind the machines during operation.
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 8558694 (White), 8558695 (Biscuit) or 8558696
(Pewter).
■ 8" or 10" pipe wrench
■ 8" or 10" adjustable
wrench (for gas
connections)
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
■ Level
■ ¹⁄₄ " nut driver or socket
wrench
■ Knife
■ Safety glasses
■ Vent clamps
■ Pipe-joint compound
resistant to L.P. gas
■ Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
■ Gloves
■ Pliers
37"
(93.98 cm)