ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 29" WIDE MODELS - U.S.A. ONLY Para obtener acceso al manual de uso y cuidado en espafiol, o para obtener informacién adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com Tenga listo su numero de modelo completo. Puede encontrar el numero de modelo y de serie dentro de la cavidad superior de la puerta. Table of Contents DRYER SAFETY ...ccccccccceececteeeecereeseceeeeceeeeeccenesseeaeteseeseeteensneeats 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...0c.
DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” These words mean: Wn You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.
if using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain: E=C6 CD 1/4" nut driver (recommended) @ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends. @ A UL listed strain relief.
Dryer Dimensions Mobile home - Additional installation requirements 22°/4 This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). 22°," *9g" 4 @ Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase from your dealer.
if using a power supply cord: install Leveling Legs Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain: @ @ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends. A UL listed strain relief. A WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dryer.
Electrical Connection Power Supply Cord Direct Wire A WARNING A WARNING As ORM é é Fire Hazard Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use a UL listed strain relief. Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center terminal (silver).
Power Supply Cord Connection Power supply cord strain relief {— 4, Attach power supply cord strain relief 4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. Cc 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) . 4-prong plug Ground prong . Neutral prong Spade terminals with upturned ends 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief .
(5. Connect ground wire 3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. dbf 84S a El 8, ¥ L Cc A. B. C. D. E. F. G. Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw.
Direct Wire Connection Direct wire strain relief 1. Attach direct wire strain relief 4-wire Direct Wire Connection IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. 3. Prepare your 4-wire cable for direct connection (, = 4 w (28 am) al HNAUGGEN Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief).
{ 3-wire Direct Wire Connection 6. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. (, i Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct connection = 4" 2 PAE = % can) | < A Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook facing right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire cable under center screw of terminal block (B). Squeeze hooked ends together and tighten screw.
{, 6. Connect neutral wire Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw. (~ _ . 7. Connect remaining wires ‘a . 2. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw. ( _ . 3. Connect remaining wires S .
VENTING Venting Requirements Chi Exhaust hoods: @ Must be at least 12" (805 mm) from ground or any object that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). B an é Cc 1/yit Fire Hazard (102 mm) tea van Recommended styles: A. Louvered hood B. Box hood Acceptable styles: C. Angled hood Use a heavy metal vent. gu (102 mm) Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Alternate installations for close clearances Venting systerns come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions. Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. A. B. C. D. Dryer Elbow Wall Exhaust hood E. F. G. H.
Special provisions for mobile home installations: The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. ( L Vent System Chart (Long Vent Models Only) Number of 90° turns or elbows Type of vent 0 Rigid metal 120 ft. (36.6 m) 1 Rigid metal 110 ft. (83.5 m) 2 Rigid metal 100 ft. (30.5 m) 3 Rigid metal 90 ft. (27.4 m) 4 Rigid metal 80 ft. (24.
NOTE: The dryer must be level for the moisture sensing system to operate correctly. Connect Vent { 1. Connect vent to exhaust outlet aA | — | = 2 Not Level (, Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make clean. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust exhaust hood. Check that vent is secured to with a 4" (102 mm) clamp. ( LEVEL = = Not Level = 2. Tighten and adjust leveling legs exhaust outlet sure vent is outlet and inside exhaust hood 2.
[-] When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. a 2. Remove bottom screws if you do not feel heat, turn off dryer, and check the following: @ There may be 2 the dryer. Check that both circuit no heat, contact household fuses or circuit breakers for that both fuses are intact and tight, or breakers have not tripped. If there is still a qualified technician.
ae 5. Insert screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet {| 2. Remove bottom screws k a a eo SB eee N (| NOTE: Two people maybe needed to reinstall door. Insert screws into bottom holes on left side of dryer cabinet. Tighten screws halfway. Position door so large end of door hinge slot is over screws. Slide door up so screws are in bottom of siots. Tighten screws. Insert and tighten top screws in hinges. Open dryer door. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges.
{| 5. Remove screws from door , bot om, (4 screws). Keep door screws separate from hinge screws as they are diferent sizes. Holding door over towel on dryer, grasp sides of outer door and lift to separate it from inner coor. NOTE: Do not pry apart with putty knife or screwdriver. Do not pull on door seal or plastic door catches. (6. Rotate outer door Reattach door hinges to dryer door so that the larger hole is at the bottom of the hinge.
(. {. 10. Remove and transfer . 12. Remove door strike plug hinge hole plugs Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to gently remove 4 hinge Remove door strike plug. Insert the door strike removed hole plugs on left side of dryer cabinet. Transfer plugs into hinge holes on opposite side of dryer cabinet. Step 9 into hole and secure with screw. Insert door strike plug into original door strike hole and secure with screw. ( 11. ae Insert screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet in f 13.
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