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ElECTRIC DRYER InSTAllATIon InSTRuCTIonS
29" WIDE moDElS - u.S.A. onl Y
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DRYER SAFETY ......................................................................... 2
InSTAllATIon REquIREmEnTS .............
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DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately DANG
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If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain: ■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with 1/4" nut driver Vent clamps upturned ends. (recommended) ■ A UL listed strain relief. location Requirements Adjustable wrench that Utili
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Dryer Dimensions mobile home - Additional installation requirements This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). ■ Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for purchase from your dealer. ■ Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air int
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If using a power supply cord: Install leveling legs Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain: WARNING ■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be Excessive Weight Hazard at least 4 ft. (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with Use two or more people to move and install dryer. upturned ends. Failure to do so
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Electrical Connection Power Supply Cord Direct Wire WARNING WARNING Fire Hazard Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. use a new ul listed 30 amp power supply cor d. Use a UL listed strain relief. use a ul listed strain r elief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center terminal (silver). terminal (silver). Gro
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Power Supply Cord Connection Power supply cord strain relief 4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection Attach power supply cord ImPoRTAnT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile 1. homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire strain relief connections. A BF A B C C D E G D A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) B. 4-prong plug C. Ground prong D. Neutral prong E. Spade terminals with upturned ends F. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief G. Ring terminals Remove the scr
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3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection 5. Connect ground wire use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. A E B D A C F G A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) B. 3-wire plug C. Neutral prong D. Spade terminals with upturned ends E. 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief F. Ring terminals F G. Neutral (white or center wire) Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw. 3. Remove center sc
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5" (127 mm) Direct Wire Connection Direct wire strain relief 4-wire Direct Wire Connection ImPoRTAnT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile 1. Attach direct wire strain relief homes and where local codes do not permit 3-wire connections. A 3. Prepare your 4-wire cable for direct connection B C Unscrew the removable conduit connector (A) and any screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief
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3½" (89 mm) 3-wire Direct Wire Connection 6. Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. 3. Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct connection C B E Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook facing right) of neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct wire cable under center screw of terminal block (B). Squeeze Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length s
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2. Connect neutral ground wire 6. Connect neutral wire and neutral wire B C C E Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of direct wire cable under center terminal block screw (B). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw. Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center, silver-colored terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw. 7. Connect remaining wires 3. Connect remaining wires Place hooked ends of remai
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VEnTInG Exhaust hoods: Venting Requirements ■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or WARNING snow). B 4" C (102 mm) A 4" Fire Hazard 2½" (102 mm) (64 mm) use a heavy metal vent. 4" (102 mm) Do not use a plastic vent. Recommended styles: Acceptable styles: A. Louvered hood C. Angled hood Do not use a metal foil vent. B. Box hood Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. Elbows:
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Alternate installations for close clearances Plan Vent System Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Recommended exhaust installations Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions. Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. B C D E F A G Over-The-Top installation (also available with one offset elbow) B H A. Dryer E. Clamps B. Elbow F. Rigid metal or fl
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Special provisions for mobile home installations: Vent System Chart The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate (long Vent models only) beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. number of Type Box/louvered, or 90° turns of vent Angled hoods or elbows 0 Rigid metal 120 ft. (36.6 m) 1 Rigid metal 110 ft. (33.5 m) 2 Rigid metal 100 ft. (30.5 m) Rigid metal 90 ft. (27.4 m) 3 4 Rigid metal 80 ft. (2
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noTE: The dryer must be level for the moisture sensing system Connect Vent to operate correctly. 1. Connect vent to exhaust outlet Not Level lEVEl Not Level Tighten and adjust leveling legs 2. Using a 4" (102 mm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure vent is clean. Dryer vent must fit over dryer exhaust outlet and inside exhaust hood. Check that vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4" (102 mm) clam
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When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the q 2. Remove bottom screws dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and close the door. If you do not feel heat, turn off dryer, and check the following: ■ There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for the dryer. Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or that both circuit breakers have not tripped. If there is still no heat, contact a qualified technician. noTE: You may notice an odor when the dryer i
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5. Insert screws in hinge holes on 2. Remove bottom screws dryer cabinet noTE: Two people maybe needed to reinstall door. Open dryer door. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from Insert screws into bottom holes on left side of dryer cabinet. dryer cabinet side of hinges. Tighten screws halfway. Position door so large end of door hinge slot is over screws. Slide door up so screws are in bottom of slots. Tighten screws. Insert and tighten
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5. Remove screws from door 8. Attach door hinges Remove screws at top, bottom, and side of door (4 screws). Keep door screws separate from hinge screws as they are diferent sizes. Holding door over towel on dryer, grasp sides of outer door and lift to separate it from inner door. noTE: Do not pry apart with putty knife or screwdriver. Do not pull on door seal or plastic door catches. 6. Rotate outer door Reattach door hinges to dryer door so that the larger hole is at the bottom of the
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10. 12. Remove and transfer Remove door strike plug hinge hole plugs Remove door strike plug. Insert the door strike removed in Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to gently remove 4 hinge Step 9 into hole and secure with screw. Insert door strike hole plugs on left side of dryer cabinet. Transfer plugs into plug into original door strike hole and secure with screw. hinge holes on opposite side of dryer cabinet. 11. Insert screws in hinge holes on 13. Check door strike alignment dryer cabi
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