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DRYER TOP VIEW IF YOUR DRYER COMES WITH REAR EXHAUST,
TO CHANGE TO SIDE OR BOTTOM EXHAUST:
• Remove access panel at back of dryer to gain access
to internal ducts.
• Disconnect duct exhaust from blower housing
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• Seal all joints with duct tape.
• Reinstall rear access panel.
FOR BOTTOM EXHAUST:
• Remove cover plate at bottom of dryer.
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• Seal all joints with duct tape.
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TO CHANGE TO SIDE OR REAR EXHAUST:
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mounting screw from the chassis and remove tape
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• Remove cover plate from rear access panel and place
over top exhaust opening.
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• Attach this extension duct to blower housing.
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EXHAUST INFORMATION
WARNING -
IN CANADA AND IN THE
UNITED STATES, THE REQUIRED EXHAUST DUCT
DIAMETER IS 4 in (102mm). DO NOT USE DUCT LONGER
THAN SPECIFIED IN THE EXHAUST LENGTH TABLE.
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• Increase the drying times and the energy cost.
• Reduce the dryer life.
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WARNING -
BEFORE PERFORMING THIS
EXHAUST INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO DISCONNECT
THE DRYER FROM ITS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY.
The correct exhaust installation is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. Problems
due to incorrect installation are not covered by the warranty.
Remove and discard existing plastic or metal foil transition duct and
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The MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE duct length and number of bends of the
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maximum duct length for rigid metal duct is shown in the table on
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EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK LIST
HOOD OR WALL CAP
• Terminate in a manner to prevent back drafts or entry of birds or
other wildlife.
• Termination should present minimal resistance to the exhaust
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clogging.
• Never install a screen in or over the exhaust duct. This could cause
lint build up.
• Wall caps must be installed at least 12 in. above ground level or any
other obstruction with the opening pointed down.
SEPARATION OF TURNS
For best performance, separate all turns by at least 4 ft. of straight
duct, including distance between last turn and exhaust hood.
TURNS OTHER THAN 90º
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SEALING OF JOINTS
• All joints should be tight to avoid leaks. The male end of each
section of duct must point away from the dryer.
• The duct shall not be assembled with screws or other fastening
means that extend into the duct and catch lint.
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overlapped joints with duct tape.
• Horizontal runs should slope down toward the outdoors 1/4 inch
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INSULATION
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EXHAUST CONNECTION
WARNING -
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:
• This clothes dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors.
• Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust duct.
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It must be installed in accordance with the instructions found in
“Connecting the Dryer to House Vent” on page 4 of this manual.
• Do not terminate exhaust in a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, gas
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concealed space of a building. The accumulated lint could create
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• Never terminate the exhaust into a common duct with a kitchen
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• Do not assemble ductwork with any fasteners that extend into the
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• Do not obstruct incoming or exhausted air.
• Provide an access for inspection and cleaning of the exhaust
system, especially at turns and joints. Exhaust system shall be
inspected and cleaned at least once a year.
ALTERNATE EXHAUST INSTRUCTIONS
Left knockout
Bottom
knockout
Right knockout
Blower
Front of dryer
152 mm
203 mm
(8”)
89 mm
(3½”)
6”
For Rear Exhaust
For Side Exhaust
Rigid
Metallic
Ducting
Cut Here
EXTENSION DUCT
It is importat to replace the ground clip after
cutting the exhaust duct, (on rear exhaust model)
295 mm
115 mm (4½”)
(11½”)