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ELECTRIC DRYER
USE & CARE GUIDE
SECADORA ELÉCTRICA
MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO
SÉCHEUSE ÉLECTRIQUE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS ÍNDICE TABLE DES MATIÈRES DRYER SAFETY......................................................................3 SEGURIDAD DE LA SECADORA........................................ 35 SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE...............................................67 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .........................................4 INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN ................................ 36 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ...................................68 Tools and Parts................
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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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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Tools and Parts Optional Pedestal Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of purchasing pedestals of instructions provided with any tools listed here. 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 storage drawer. The pedestal will add to the total height of the ■ Flat-blade screwdriver ■
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Location Requirements Dryer Dimensions WARNING 50" (128.27 cm) 36" (91.4 cm) Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor *28.65" for a garage installation. (72.77 cm) 27" (68.6 cm) Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. *Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.” I
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Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal Installation spacing for custom undercounter installation 14" max. Custom undercounter installation - Dryer only (35.6 cm) 18" min.* 2"* (45.72 cm) (5 cm) 36" min (91.4 cm) 1"* 27" 1"* (2.5 cm) (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm) 27" 1" 1"* 28.65" 5"** 1" *Required spacing (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (72.77 cm) (12.7 cm) (2.5 cm) Closet installation - Dryer only A B A. Recessed area 3"* (7.6 cm) B. Side view - closet or confined area 14
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Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with Electrical Requirements - U.S.A. Only stacked washer and dryer It is your responsibility The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. 2 48 in. * ■ To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in conformance with the 2 (310 cm ) National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. 3"* (7.6 cm) The National Elect
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If your outlet looks like this: GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) This dryer uses a cord having an equipment-grounding Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must b
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Electrical Requirements - Canada Only If you are using a replacement power supply cord, it is recommended that you use Power Supply Cord Replacement Part Number 9831317. For further information, please reference WARNING the service numbers located in the “Assistance or Service” section. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer: This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of
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Electrical Connection - U.S.A. Only 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 cord. Use a UL listed strain relief. Use a UL listed strain relief. 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 (s
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■ Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the ■ Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit power supply cord is inside the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain against the direct wire cable. relief screws at this
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3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor 4-wire connection: Power supply cord screw. Tighten screw. IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do A D not permit the use of 3-wire connections. BF A E B E C D G F A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R) C B. 4-prong plug C. Ground prong D. Neutral prong E. Spade terminals with upturned ends F. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief G. Ring terminals A. External gr
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5" (12.7 cm) Strip 5" (12.7 cm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving bare ground wire at 5" 3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to external ground conductor (12.7 cm). Cut 1¹⁄₂" (3.8 cm) from 3 remaining wires. Strip insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). Shape screw. Tighten screw. ends of wires into a hook shape. D A E B F When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze hoo
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3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. 3-wire connection: Power supply cord Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. E B D A 4. Tighten strain relief screws. C F G 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold- A. 3-wire receptacle (NEMA type 10-30R) down screw. B. 3-wire plug 6. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to “Venting Requirements.” C. Neutral pron
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2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Optional 3-wire connection Tighten screw. Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting C cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. A 1. Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw. 2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground
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Venting Requirements Rigid metal vent WARNING ■ For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are recommended. ■ Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking. Flexible metal vent ■ Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for cleaning. ■ Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its final location. Fire Hazard ■ Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in Use a heavy metal vent. reduced a
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Exhaust Plan Vent System Recommended hood styles are shown here. B Choose your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations A Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. 4" B (10.2 cm) 4" C (10.2 cm) D A. Louvered hood style B. Box hood style A E F The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable. G 4" (10.2 cm) H A. Dryer E. Clamps 2½" (6.4 cm) B. Elbow F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent C. Wall G. Vent lengt
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This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left side, or through the bottom. Special provisions for mobile home installations Contact your local dealer to have the dryer converted. 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. A B C A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Left or right side exhaust installation C. Bottom exhaust inst
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2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the console panel). Gently lay the dryer on the Vent system chart cardboard. See illustration. NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have a 90º turn inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn to the chart. Number of 90º Type of Box or louvered Angled turns or elbows vent hoods hoods 0 Rigid metal 64 ft (20 m) 58 ft (17.7 m) Flexible metal 36 ft (11 m) 28 ft (8.5 m) 1 Rigid metal 54 ft (16.5 m) 48 ft (14.6 m) Flex
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Reverse Door Swing You can change your door swing from a right-side opening to a left-side opening, if desired. 5. Rotate outer door 180°. 1. Place a towel or soft cloth on top of the dryer or work space to protect the surface. 180˚ Remove the door assembly 1. Remove the 4 screws that hold the door hinge on the front panel of the dryer. A Reverse hinge 1. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove 2 plug strips from the inner door. Slide the head of the screwdriver under the plugs, being cer
