Whirlpool WED7500VW - Manual (Page 17)

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Louvered Hood
Angled Hood
Box Hood
Exhaust hoods:
Elbows:
Recommended Styles:
n 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
Clamps:
n Use clamps to seal all joints.
n 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.
n An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and
insects from entering the home.
n Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object
that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).
n Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
Good Better
Acceptable Style:
Plan Vent System
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installation:
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
A B C
D
E
F
B
G
H
Alternate installations for close clearances:
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best
for your installation. A close-clearance installation is shown
below. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow)
Over-the-Top Installation Kit Part Number 4396028 for close
clearance alternate installation is available for purchase.
For ordering information, see “Assistance or Service.”