Whirlpool 29 Inch Electric Dryer Owners Guide - Manuel (Page 17)

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Clamps:
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Use clamps to seal all joints.
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Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or
other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct and
catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
Vent products can be purchased from your dealer. For contact and
ordering information, refer to your Quick Start Guide.
Plan Vent System
Recommended exhaust installations:
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other
installations are possible.
A. Dryer
B. Elbow
C. Wall
D. Exhaust hood
E. Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
G. Vent length necessary to connect
elbows
H. Exhaust outlet
I.
Optional side exhaust outlet
Optional exhaust installations:
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Cover unused exhaust holes with a manufacturer’s
exhaust cover kit.
Contact your local dealer.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.
Some models can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left
side, or through the bottom. If you prefer, you may contact your
local dealer to have the dryer converted.
A B C
A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B.
Left- or right-side exhaust installation (available only on
select 27"-wide models).
C. Bottom exhaust installation (available only on select
27"-wide models).
Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for
your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown.
NOTE: The following kits for close-clearance alternate
installations are available for purchase. Refer to Quick Start Guide
for contact information.
Over-The-Top installation (also
available with one offset elbow)
Periscope installation
B
C
D
E
A F
G
B
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