Maytag W10131619A - Manual (Page 14)

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Exhaust
Recommended hood styles are shown here.
4"
(102 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
B
A
A. Louvered hood style
B. Box hood style
The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.
4"
(102 mm)
2½"
(63.5 mm)
■ An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the home.
■ Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (305 mm) 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.
Plan Vent System
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible.
A
B
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
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
Standard exhaust installation with rigid metal or flexible metal vent