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Venting Requirements
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
4 in. (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFE™ vent products are recommended.
DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your dealer
or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more
information, see the “Assistance or Service” section of this
manual.
■ Do not exhaust the dryer into any gas vent, chimney, wall,
ceiling, or a concealed space of a building.
■ Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
■ Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or
floors.
■ Do not use screws or other fastening devices that extend into
the interior of the vent to secure vent.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to prevent crushing and
kinking.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when
the dryer is in its final position. Remove excess flexible metal vent
to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and
insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12 in. (30.5 cm) from the ground or
any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as
flowers, rocks or bushes, etc.).
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from the entire length
of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with
lint. Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal or
flexible metal vent.
Use duct tape to seal all joints.
Plan Vent System
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for
your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown.
Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions provided with the vent
system.
1. Over-The-Top installation (also available with one
offset elbow)
2. Periscope installation
NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate
installations are available for purchase. For ordering information
see “Assistance or Service.”
■ Over-The-Top Installation:
Part Number 4396028
■ Periscope Installation (for use with dryer vent to wall vent
mismatch):
Part Number 4396037 - for mismatch of 0 in. (0 cm) to 18 in.
(45.72 cm)
Part Number 4396011 - for mismatch of 18 in. (45.72 cm) to
29 in. (73.66 cm)
Part Number 4396014 - for mismatch of 29 in. (73.66 cm) to
50 in. (127 cm)
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death or fire.
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wall-
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
paper, carpets, etc.
1. Exhaust hood
2. Flexible metal vent or rigid metal vent
3. Elbow
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