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C. DRYER ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
Bulkheads and partitions should be made of noncombustible materials and must be located a minimum of
12-inches (30.48 cm) - (18-inches [45.72 cm] or more is recommended for ease of installation, maintenance, and
service) - above the dryer outer top, except along the front of the dryer which may be partially closed in if desired.
The clearance between the bulkhead header and the dryer must be a minimum of 4-inches (10.16 cm) and must
not extend more than 4-inches (10.16 cm) to the rear of the front. The bulkhead facing must not be closed in all
the way to the top of the dryer. A 1-inch (2.54 cm) clearance is required.
NOTE: Allowances must be made for opening the control door.
Dryers may positioned side wall to side wall. However, a 1/16" (.16 cm) minimum allowance must be made for
opening and closing of the control door and the lint door. It is suggested that the dryer be positioned about 2-feet
(.61 meters) away from the nearest obstruction for ease of installation, maintenance, and service (to be measured
from the back guard). Refer to the illustration above for details.
NOTE: Air considerations are important for proper and efficient operation.
IMPORTANT: Even though a minimum of only 12-inches (30.48 cm) is required, 18-inches
(45.72 cm) or more is suggested. The additional clearance is advantageous for
ease of installation and service.
IMPORTANT: When fire sprinkler systems are located above the dryers, a minimum of 18-inches
(45.72 cm) above the dryer console (module) is required. Dryers may be positioned
side wall to side wall however, a 1/16" (.16 cm) minimum allowance is required
rbetween dryers (or wall) for ease of installation and maintenance. Allowances must
be made for the opening and closings of the control door and the lint door.