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ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
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WARNING
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MACHINE MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
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equally distributed. If the closet contains both a washer
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of open area equally distributed.
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11 m (37 ft)
9 m (30 ft)
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CONNECTING THE DRYER TO HOUSE VENT
RIGID METAL TRANSITION DUCT
• For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct
is recommended.
• Rigid metal transition ducts reduce the risk of crushing
and kinking.
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4. Secure the duct to the exhaust pipe with the other clamp.
NOTE: The clearances stated above are minimums.
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WHEN INSTALLED IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES
Dryer must be exhausted to the outside. Exhaust MUST NOT be
terminated beneath mobile home. Exhaust material MUST NOT
support combustion. Installation MUST conform to Manufactured
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electrical connection, see “Connecting dryer using 4 wire connection”.
USE OF CASTERS (120V PORTABLE MODELS ONLY)
For a portable installation screw casters into the holes on the bottom
of the dryer. Refer to the “Installation Instructions for caster assembly”
sheet to install casters.
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