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ELECTRIC DRYER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
U.S.A. ONLY
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................1 VENTING........................................................................................10
Venting Requirements................................................................10
DRYER SAFETY...................................................................
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Steam Models Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. ■ Flat-blade screwdriver ■ Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust ■ #2 Phillips screwdriver vent) ■ Adjustable wrench that ■ Tin snips (new vent opens to 1" (25 mm) or installations) hex-head socket wrench A B C E D (for adjusting dryer feet) ■ ¼" nut driver A. Leveling legs (4) D.
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Dryer Dimensions Location Requirements 1 43 / " 2 (1105 mm) 1 22 / " 4 1 (565 mm) 29 / " 4 29" (743 mm) (737 mm) NOTE: Most installations require minimum 5" (127 mm) clearance for exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.” Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation You will need The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this dryer. ■ A location that allows proper exhaust installation. See “Venting Dryer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 mm) cleara
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ELECTRIC DRYER POWER HOOKUP Electrical Requirements If your outlet looks like this: It is your responsibility ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade terminals and UL listed strain ■ To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and relief. The 4-wire power supply cord, at least 4 ft. in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge copper 70-latest edition and all
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Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief Electrical Connection ■ Remove screws from a 3/4" (19 mm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain relief). Put tabs of the two clamp sections into hole below terminal block opening so that WARNING one tab is pointing up and the other is pointing down, and hold in place. Tighten strain relief screws enough to hold two clamp sections together. A B Fire Hazard C Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. D Use a UL listed strain relief. Di
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block opening, screw removable conduit connector onto If your home has: And you will be Go to Section strain relief threads. connecting to: 3-wire direct A fused 3-wire connection: disconnect or Direct Wire circuit breaker box* (89 mm) *If local codes do not permit connection of a cabinet-ground A conductor to the neutral wire, see “Optional 3-wire connection” section. B 4-wire connection: Power supply cord IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local
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5" (127 mm) 3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of the external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right), squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw, as shown. , silver-colored terminal block screw. 1. Remove center 2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and place the hooked end
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4. Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires under 3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze screws. hooked ends together. Tighten screws. 4. Tighten strain relief screws. 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw. 5. Tighten strain relief screw. 6. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to 6. Insert tab of terminal
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2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of 2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block (hook screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw. center wire) of power supply cord/cable under center, silver- colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw. C A C A B D B D E E F D. Neutral wire (white or center wire) A. Extern
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VENTING Flexible metal vent ■ Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible Venting Requirements for cleaning. ■ Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when WARNING the dryer is in its final location. ■ Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance. ■ Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors. ■ The total length of flexible metal vent should not exceed 7¾ ft.
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Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in: Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc. Housecleaning problems and health problems. A B C A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Left or right side exhaust installation Plan Vent System C. Bottom exhaust installation Choose your exhaust installation type Alternate installations for close clearances Recommended exhaust installations Venting systems come in many varietie
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Determine vent path INSTALL LEVELING LEGS ■ Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. WARNING ■ Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns. Excessive Weight Hazard ■ When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. Use two or more people to move and install dryer. ■ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. ■ Use the fewest 90° turns possible. 1. To avoid dama
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4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn. LEVEL DRYER Check the levelness of the dryer by first placing a level on the top of the dryer near the console. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 5. Attach “Y” connector to brass male end of small hose. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. 6. Attach straight end of long hose to “Y” connector. 7. Attach washer cold inlet hose to other end of “Y” connector. Then, by p
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All Models: 5. Remove the 4 plastic plugs located outside the dryer door opening. 13. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start the dryer. Do not select the Air Only Temperature setting. If the dryer will not start, check the following: ■ Controls are set in a running or “On” position. ■ Start button has been pushed firmly. ■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply is connected. ■ Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped. ■ Dryer door is clos
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3. Remove the 4 screws from the opposite side of the door. 6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of hinges and slide door down. Align bottom screw holes in hinge and door. Install two bottom screws. Tighten all hinge screws. 4. Install the 2 hinges to the front panel of the dryer using 4 screws. Use the non-slotted side to attach the hinge to the front panel. 7. Close door to engage door strike. 5. Install screws in top hinge holes in the door. Do not tighten screws. L
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Press any key to clear the code from the display and return to outsi de exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not feel the estimated time remaining. air movement, clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust vent with heavy metal or flexible metal vent. See the Installation Try the following: Instructions. Check to see if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker ■ Are fabric softener sheets blocking the grille? tripped. Electric dryers use two household fuses or has Use
