Whirlpool Duet W10182361A - Manual (Page 5)

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■ A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire
dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (2.5 cm), install Extended
Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. Clothes may not tumble
properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate
correctly if dryer is not level.
■ For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at
least 18" (46 cm) above the floor. If using a pedestal, you will
need 18" (46 cm) to the bottom of the dryer.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an
automatic cycle. This can result in longer drying times.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will
be exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Installation clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to
open fully.
Dryer Dimensions
*Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance
behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting
Requirements.”
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this
dryer. This dryer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 cm)
clearance on the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should
be considered for the following reasons:
■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and
floor moldings.
■ Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the
dryer to reduce noise transfer.
■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation
openings in the top and bottom of the door are required.
Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are
acceptable.
■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
Installation spacing for custom undercounter installation
Custom undercounter installation - Dryer only
*Required spacing
Closet installation - Dryer only
*Required spacing
**For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 cm) spacing is allowed.
Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal
*Required spacing
**For side or bottom venting, 0" (0 cm) spacing is allowed.
38"
(96.52 cm)
*31½"
(80 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
51½"
(130.81 cm)
A. Side view - closet or confined area
B. Closet door with vents
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
0"
(0 cm)
1"*
(2.5 cm) 1"*
(2.5 cm)
38" min.
(96.52 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
A B
14" max.*
(35.6 cm)
18" min.*
(45.72 cm)
1"* 5"**
(12.7 cm)
31½"
(80 cm)
48 in. 2*
(310 cm 2 )
24 in. 2*
(155 cm 2 )
3"*
(7.6 cm)
3"*
(7.6 cm)
(2.5 cm)
A B
1"
(2.5 cm) 1"
(2.5 cm)
1"*
(2.5 cm) 5"**
(12.7 cm) 27"
(68.6 cm) 31½"
(80 cm)
18" min.*
(45.72 cm)
14" max.*
(35.6 cm)