Whirlpool WGD92HEFW1 Installation Instructions Manual - Page 11

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Exhaust hoods:

An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and

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insects from entering the home.

Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object

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that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes,

or snow).

Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.

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Recommended Styles:

Louvered Hood

Acceptable Style:

Angled Hood

Elbows:

45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.

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Good

Clamps:

Use clamps to seal all joints.

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Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws

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or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct

and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.

Box Hood

Better

Plan Vent System

Choose your exhaust installation type

Recommended exhaust installation:

Dryer

Elbow

Wall

Exhaust hood

Clamps

Optional exhaust installations:

This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left side

(all models except long vent), or through the bottom. If you prefer,

you may contact your local dealer to have the dryer converted.

A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation

B. Left- or right-side exhaust installation

C. Bottom exhaust installation

Rigid metal or

flexible metal vent

Vent length

necessary to

connect elbows

Exhaust outlet