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Maxlmum length
of the exhaust
system
depends
upon the type of duct used,
number
of elbows and the type of exhaust
hood. The maximum
length for both rigid
and flexible
duct is shown in the chart.
Mobile home installation
Exhaust reauirements
Fire Hazard
. Do Not use non-metal, tlexlble duct.
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Do Not use metal duct smaller than
4 Inches (10.2 cm) In diameter.
. Do Not use exhaust hoods wlth
magnetic latches.
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Check that exhaust system Is not longer
than specltled. Exhaust systems longer
than specltled will:
- Accumulate
Ilnt.
- Shorten the llte ot the product.
- Reduce performance
and result In
longer drylng times and Increased
energy usage.
Failure to
r0ii0w
speclrlcatlons
may result In
a tlre.
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Do Not exhaust the dryer Into a
chimney, turnace cold alr duct, attlc or
crawl space, or any other duct used tar
ventlng.
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Clean the exhaust system every year.
Accumulated
llnt could be tuel tar a tlre or
cause molsture damage.
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Exhaustlng your dryer Indoors Is Not
recommended.
The molsture and llnt
Indoors may cause:
- Lint to gather lnslde and around the
dryer and be a fuel tar tlre.
- Moisture damage to woodwork,
furniture, palnt, wallpaper, carpet, etc.
- Housecleanlng
problems and possible
health problems.
Failure to tallow these lnstructlons could
result In tire damage, personal InJury or
health problems.
(dcm)
d4"
2-W
d!arneter
(10.2
cm)
(6.4 cm)
0
~~ft(i3.1
m) 41 ft(l2.5m)
36ft(ii.Om)
ridd
meti
1
33ft(iOm)
31 ft (9.4 m)
26ft(7.9m)
duct
2
23 ft (7.0
m)
21 ft (6.4 m)
16ft(4.9m)
3
Wft(55m)
lSft(5.5 m)
Not
recommended
0
3Oft(9.1 m)
29ft(8.8m)
24ft(73m)
flexible
metal
1
24 ft (7.3 m)
23ft(7.0m)
18ft(5.5m) *'
2
lSft(4.9 m)
15ft(4.6m)
lOft(3.0m)
3
iOft(3,Om)
gft(2.1 m)
Not
recommended
The maximum
length using a 2" x 6" rectangular
duct with 2 elbows
and a 2-l/2"
(TYPE C) exhaust
hood is 8 ft (2.4 m).
For exhaust
configurations
other than those
listed in chart the back pressure MUST not
exceed
0.2 inches water column
at the back
of the washer/dryer.
The back pressure should
be checked
by a qualified
technician.
For exhaust systems
not covered
by the
exhaust
length
chart, check
with your dealer
or distributor
for information.
Service check:
The back pressure in any
exhaust
system used must not exceed
0.2 inches of water column
measured
with an
inclined
manometer
at the point that the
exhaust
duct connects
to the dryer.
Exhaustlng the dryer ouklde
is recommended.
Recessed
installation
that is not exhausted
outside must use Exhaust Deflector
Kit Part
No. 694609, available
from your authorized
parts distributor.
See "Recessed
and closet
installation
instructions,"
Panel E, for
unobstructed
air opening
requirements.
It the washer/dryer
Is Installed In a confined
area such as a bedroom, bathroom or closet,
It must be exhausted to the outslde
and
provision
must be made
for enough
air for
ventilation.
Check governing
codes and
ordinances.
Also refer to the "Recessed
and
closet installation
instructions"
on Panel E.
An
exhaust hood
should cap the exhaust
duct
to prevent
exhausted
air
from returning
into dryer.
The outlet of the hood
must be at least
12 inches (30.5 cm) from
the ground
or any object
that may be in the path
!l!!!r
12" (30.5 cm)
of the exhaust.
minimum
Four-Inch (10.2~cm) outlet hood Is preferred.
However,
a 2-l/2 inch (6.4 cm) outlet hood
may be used with short systems only.
A 2- l/2 inch (6.4 cm) outlet hood can result in
longer drying times than other hood types.
For
permanent Installation, a statlonary exhaust
system Is required.
Exhaustlng the dryer through the slde
of the
washer/dryer
requires the use of Side Exhaust
Kit, Part No. 279823,
available
from your
authorized
parts distributor.
Follow kit Installation
Instructions
for proper
exhaust
installation.
outslde
wall
rldor
Thls appliance
Is sultable tar moblle home
Installations.
Moblle home exhaust requlrements:
The
washer/dryer
must
have an outside
exhaust.
If the dryer is exhausted
through
the floor
and the area under the mobile
home is
enclosed,
the exhaust
system
must
terminate
outside
the enclosed
area. Extension
beyond
the enclosure
will prevent
lint and
moisture
buildup
under the mobile
home.
Now start...
With washer/dryer
in laundry area.
If uslng an exlstlng exhaust system, clean llnt
tram entlre length of exhaust system. Make
sure exhaust hood Is not plugged wlth Ilnt.
The exhaust system should be Inspected and
cleaned yearly.
Replace any vlnyl or metalllzed plastic toll
exhaust duct wlth rlgld metal or tlexlble
metal duct.
Personal Injury Hazard
More than one person Is required to Iltt, tilt
or move the washer/dryer
because ot Its
welght and size.
Failure to follow thls InstructIon may result
In personal Injury.
Truck only tram the rear to prevent produce
damage.
Use duct tape
to seal all
joints. Do Not use screws
to secure duct.
1
n Put on safety glasses and gloves.
exhaust
air flow
better
good
Four-Inch (10.2 cm) rlgld
metal pipe
is preferred.
Plan installation
to use
the fewest number
of
elbows
and turns.
I-I
Metal tlexlble duct
must be fully extended
and supported
when the dryer is in its final
position.
DO NOT KINK OR CRUSH THE DUCT.
The metal tlexlble duct must be tully
extended to allow adequate exhaust alr to
ri0w.
Allow as much room as possible
when using
elbows
or making
turns. Bend duct gradually
to avoid
kinking. Remove
excess flexible
duct to avoid sagging
and kinking that may
result in reduced
air flow.
The exhaust duct
can
be routed
up, down,
left, right or straight
out
the back of the
washer/dryer.
Space
requirements
are
provided
on Panel E
and on the rear panel
of the washer/dryer.
Use
the straightest
path
possible
to avoid
90
A
W Remove
cardboard
shipping
base.
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4
legs
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2 small water-hose
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I drain hose clamp
washers
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1 plastic
beaded
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1 small clamp
strap
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2 faucet
adapters
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4 large, water-
* drain hose adapter
hose washers
and clamp
(not shown)
3
W Remove
parts from plastic
package.
Check
that all parts were included.
turns.
Panel B
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