Whirlpool 8578902A Clothes Dryer User Manual


 
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For close-clearance installations between 28.65" (72.77 cm)
and 34.15" (86.74 cm), see Plan Vent System section for
venting requirements.
Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following)
that may be ordered by calling the dealer from whom you
purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the
Assistance or Service section of this manual.
Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.
Metal exhaust system hardware.
Optional Pedestal
Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of
purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer.
You may select a 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal or a 15.5" (39.4 cm)
pedestal with a shelf and bin dividers. These pedestals will add to
the total height of the dryer for a total height of approximately
46" (116.8 cm) or 51.5" (130.8 cm).
For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at least
18" (46 cm) above the floor.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or
refer to the Assistance or Service section of this manual.
Drying Rack
To order a drying rack, call the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer or refer to the Assistance or Service section of this
manual. Ask for Part Number 8563738. For more information, see
Drying Rack.
Stack Kit
Are you planning to stack your DUET SPORT washer and
dryer? To do so, you will need to purchase a Stack Kit.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or
refer to the Assistance or Service section of this manual. Ask
for Part Number 8572546.
Location Requirements
You will need
A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas
dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See Venting
Requirements.
A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of
either side of the dryer. See Electrical Requirements.
A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of
127 lbs (57.6 kg). The combined weight of a companion
appliance and pedestals should also be considered.
A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire
dryer. (If slope is greater than 1" [2.5 cm], install Extended
Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810.) Clothes may not tumble
properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate
correctly if dryer is not level.
For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at
least 18" (46 cm) above the floor. If using a pedestal, you will
need 18" (46 cm) to the bottom of the dryer.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an
automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will
be exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the
same closet as a dryer.
Installation clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to
open fully.
Optional pedestal (15.5" [39.4 cm] model shown)
Pedestal
Height
Color Part Number
10" (25.4 cm) White WHP1000SQ
15.5" (39.4 cm) with
shelf and bin dividers
White WHP1500SQ
34.15"
(86.74 cm)
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.