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ElEcTRIc DRYER InSTAllATIon InSTRucTIonS
27" WIDE moDElS - u.S.A. onl Y
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DRYER SAFETY ......................................................................... 2
InSTAllATIon REquIREmEnTS .............
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DRYER SAFETY 2
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InSTAllATIon REquIREmEnTS Parts supplied: Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. Tools needed: Leveling legs (4) Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts are included. Parts needed: Flat-blade screwdriver #2 Phillips screwdriver Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting, and read “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” be
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■ If you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical minimum Required Spacing outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer. 3"* See “Electrical Requirements.” (76 mm) 14" max.* 2 ■ A sturdy floor to support the total weight (dryer and load) 48 in. * (356 mm) 2 of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion (310 cm ) 18"* appliance should also be considered. (457 mm) ■ Level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. (If slope
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If connecting by direct wire: Electrical connection Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of and be: electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here. ■ Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), covered with flexible metallic conduit. All ■ If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral current-carrying wires must be ins
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InSTAll lEvElIng lEgS 2. Screw in leveling legs diamond marking 1. Prepare dryer for leveling legs Examine leveling legs, find diamond marking. Screw legs into leg holes by hand. Use a wrench to finish turning legs until diamond marking is no longer visible. Now stand the dryer on its feet. Slide the dryer until it is close to its final location. Leave enough room for electrical connection and to connect the exhaust vent. To avoid damaging floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from dr
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ElEcTRIcAl connEcTIon Power Supply cord Direct Wire Electrical connection options 2. Remove terminal block cover 1. choose electrical connection type B C A Power supply cord 4-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 14-30R): Go to “4-wire Power Supply Cord Connection” section. Then, go to “Venting Requirements.” Power supply cord 3-wire receptacle (NEMA Type 10-30R): Go to “3-wire Power Supply Cord Connection” section. D Then go to “Venting Requirements.” E F 4-wire direct connection: Go to “4-wire
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Power Supply cord connection Power supply cord strain relief 4-wire Power Supply cord connection 1. Attach power supply cord ImPoRTAnT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile strain relief homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections. A B C D 4-wire receptacle 4-prong plug (NEMA type 14-30R) Remove the screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put the tabs of the two clamp sections (C) into the hole below the
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3. connect ground wire 1. Remove center screw B A Remove center terminal block screw (B). F Connect ground wire (F) (green or bare) of power supply cord 2. connect neutral wire to external ground conductor screw (A). Tighten screw. B 4. connect remaining wires C Connect neutral wire (white or center) (C) of power supply cord to center terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw. 3. connect remaining wires Connect remaining wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. Finally, reinse
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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 1. 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 3. connect neutral ground wire and neutral wire ImPoRTAnT: Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. B 1. Prepare your 3-wire cable for C direct connection E Connect neutral ground wire (E) and place hooked end (hook facing right) of neutral Direct wire cable must have 5 ft. (1.52 m) of extra length so wire (white or center wire) (C) of direct dryer may be moved if needed. wire cable un
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2. connect neutral ground wire 3. connect neutral wire and neutral wire B B C E C Place hooked end of neutral wire (white or center) (C) of direct wire cable under center Connect neutral ground wire (E) and neutral wire (white or terminal block screw (B). Squeeze hooked center wire) (C) of power supply cord or cable under center end together. Tighten screw. terminal block screw (B). Tighten screw. 4. connect remaining wires 3. connect remaining wires Place hooked ends of remaining direc
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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 snow). Recommended Styles: Louvered hood Box hood Acceptable Style: WARnIng: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. ImPoRTAnT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, Angled hood chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space o
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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 A F G Over-The-Top installation (also available with one offset elbow) B H I A. Dryer F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
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Special provisions for mobile home installations: Install vent System The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. 1. Install exhaust hood 12" min. (305 mm) 12" min. (305 mm) Install exhaust hood and use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. Determine vent path: 2. connect vent to exhaust hood ■ Select route that will provid
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2. move dryer to final location Tighten and adjust leveling legs 2. If dryer is not level, prop up using a wood block. Use wrench to adjust legs up or down, and check again for levelness. Once dryer is level, make sure all four legs are snug against the floor before tightening them. complete Installation checklist Move dryer to final location. Avoid crushing or kinking vent. After dryer is in place, remove corner posts and cardboard Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an
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DooR REvERSAl Reverse Door Swing (optional) 4. Remove screws from hinges 1. Place towel on dryer Remove screws attaching hinges to door. Place towel on top of dryer to avoid damaging the surface. 5. Remove screws from door 2. Remove bottom screws Remove screws at top, bottom, and side of door (5 screws). Keep door screws separate from hinge screws as they are different sizes. Holding door over towel on dryer, grasp sides of outer door and lift to separate it from inner door. Open dryer
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7. 9. Flip door over Remove and transfer plugs Flip door over so handle side is down. Remove the 4 screws that attach 2 plugs on the left side. Transfer plugs to opposite side using the same 4 screws. 8. Attach door hinges 10. Insert screws in hinge holes on dryer cabinet noTE: 2 people maybe needed to reinstall door. Insert screws into the bottom holes on left side of dryer cabinet. Tighten screws halfway. Position door so large end of door hinge slot is over screws. Slide door up so screw
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Reverse Door Swing 4. Remove screws from hinges (models with side-swing doors with glass) 1. Place towel on dryer Remove screws attaching hinges to door. 5. Flip door over Place towel on top of dryer to avoid damaging the surface. 2. Remove bottom screws Flip door over so handle side is down. 6. Remove screws from door Open dryer door. Remove bottom screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. Loosen (do not remove) top screws from dryer cabinet side of hinges. 3. lift door off top screws Remo
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8. 11. Rotate outer door Remove and transfer plugs Remove the 4 screws that attach 2 plugs on the left side. Transfer plugs to opposite side using the same 4 screws. Take outer door and rotate it 180º and set it back down on inner door. Be certain to keep cardboard spacer centered 12. Insert screws in hinge holes on between doors. Reattach outer door panel to inner door dryer cabinet panel so handle is on the side where hinges were just removed. Insert 4 door screws. 9. Attach door hinges
