Installation Instructions

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Louvered Hood
Angled Hood
Box Hood
Recommended Styles:
Acceptable Style:
Exhaust hoods:
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An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and
insects from entering the home.
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Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object
that may obstruct exhaust (such as owers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).
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Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
Elbows:
45° elbows provide better airow than 90° elbows.
Clamps:
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Use clamps to seal all joints.
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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.
Better
Good
Plan Vent System
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
Optional exhaust installations:
This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side,
left side (all models except long vent), or through the bottom.
If you prefer, you may contact your local dealer to have the
dryer converted.
A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. Left- or right-side exhaust installation
C. Bottom exhaust installation
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Cover unused exhaust holes with a manufacturer’s
exhaust cover kit.
Contact your local dealer.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.
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