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Part 3 INITIAL STEPS FOR INSTALLING YOUR DRYER
3"
(7.6 cm)
3"
(7.6 cm)
48"
2
(310 cm
2
)
24"
2
(155 cm
2
)
29.96"1"
(2.54 cm) (76.1 cm)
1"
(2.54 cm)
14" max
(35.6 cm)
18"
(45.72 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
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(0 cm)
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(0 cm)
The following instructions will help guide you through the initial steps of setting up your dryer for use.
Please note that every section of this manual provides important information regarding the preparation and
use of your dryer, and it is important that you review this entire manual before proceeding with any
installation or use. More detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections, and
exhaust requirements are provided at other parts of this manual.
Choose a location with a solid floor for your dryer.
Place the dryer at least eighteen inches above the
floor for a garage installation. After placing the
dryer in the desired location, please confirm that the
dryer has the required clearances through reference
to the following information and manual sections on
Exhaust Requirements and Maintenance.
If you are installing your dryer in a manufactured or
mobile home, please refer to STEP 9 below for
additional instructions.
Installing Y
our Dryer in a Closet or Recessed
Area. Following are instructions concerning and the
minimum clearances required for any closet, recessed
area, or customized under-counter installation:
• Additional spacing should be considered for
installation and servicing.
• Additional clearances might be required for wall,
door, and floor moldings.
• Additional spacing of 1 in. (2.5 cm) on all sides of
the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer.
• For closet installation with a door, minimum
ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the
door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent
ventilation openings are acceptable. Companion
appliance spacing should also be considered.
* Most installations require a minimum 5
1/2
in.
(14 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust
vent with elbow.
STEP 1: Positioning the Dryer.
<Side view-closet or conined area.><Closet door with ventilation hole.>
<Recessed Area>
38.7”
(98.3 cm)
27”
(68.6 cm)
29.96”
(76.1 cm)
49.8”
(126.4 cm)