Whirlpool 3978909 Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
Dryer location
and dimensions
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check code requirements: Some codes limit or
do not permit installation of clothes dryers in
garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping
quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Comply with the installation specifications and
dimensions.
Consider spacing requirements for companion
appliances.
The location must provide:
Protection from weather and water: Do not
store or use dryer where it will be exposed to
water and weather.
It is your responsibility to:
Panel A
This installation must conform with local codes, or in
the absence of local codes with the National Fuel
Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 installation codes.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:
*CSA International
8501 East Pleasant Valley Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131-5575
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors,
such as gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches above
the floor for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
For proper drying performance:
Recessed area/closet installation
3"
3"
48
sq. in.***
24 sq.
in.***
4"****
14"
max.
front view
1"
*** Minimum top and bottom air openings for closet door.
**** External exhaust elbow requires additional space.
Recessed area installation
0"
**
0"
**
19"
Closet/confined area installation
If a closet door is installed: The minimum
unobstructed air openings are required. Louvered
doors with equivalent air openings are acceptable.
** Wall, door and floor molding may require
additional spacing.
side view
Recessed
Closet
Back
5"/0"
5"/4"
Sides
1"/0"
1"/0"
Top
18"/18"
18"/18"
Front
1"/1"
Installation clearances
Use recommended clearance for easier
installation.
Recommended/Minimum
No other fuel burning appliance may be installed
in the same closet or recessed area.
• If codes permit, dryer may be installed in a
recessed area or closet using dimensions shown.
• Dimensions are in inches and are the minimum
allowable. Detailed space requirements can also
be found on the label on the back panel of the
dryer. These requirements ensure minimum
clearances to combustible construction
, and
prevent blockage of air into the combustion
chamber.
• Additional spacing should be considered for ease
of installation and servicing. Companion
appliance spacing should also be considered.
Make sure you have everything necessary for proper
installation.
Properly install dryer.
Contact a qualified installer to insure that the
electrical and gas installations meet all national and
local codes and ordinances.
Exhaust dryer to outdoors: Dryer must be
exhausted outdoors to prevent exposure to harmful
substances in the gas fuel.
Room temperature above 45°F: If room
temperature is below 45°F, automatic cycles may
not shut off.
Sturdy floor to support dryer weight of
120 pounds.
Level floor: Maximum slope under entire dryer
should not be more than 1 inch. (If slope is
greater than 1 inch, install Extended Dryer Feet
Kit, Part No. 279810.) Clothes may not tumble
properly and automatic sensor cycles may not
operate correctly if dryer is not level.
14"
43-1/8"
38-1/4"
6-1/4"
1-1/2 "
14-1/8"
7-1/4"
left or right side
exhaust
bottom exhaust
back exhaust
4-1/4"
10-1/4"
14-1/8"
4"
Exhaust dimensions
Dimensions shown with
feet extended 1” from
bottom of dryer.
WARNING
The dryer door extends
14" from the front of the
dryer when fully opened.
27"
27-1/2"
A grounded electrical outlet is
required within 4-1/2 feet for
the power supply cord.
gas line
opening
11"
Product dimensions