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VENTING

Venting Requirements

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,

chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space

of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for

exhausting.

4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent

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Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps

may be used.

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Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

Rigid metal vent:

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Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid

crushing and kinking.

Flexible metal vent:

(Acceptable only if accessible to clean)

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Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.

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Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result

in reduced airflow and poor performance.

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Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.

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The total length should not exceed 7

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The length of flexible metal vent used must be included in the

overall vent system design as shown in the Vent System Chart.

NOTE:

If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire

length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged

with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or

flexible metal vents. Review Vent system chart and if necessary,

modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance.

(102 mm)

ft. (2.4 m).

Exhaust hoods:

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An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and

insects from entering the home.

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

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

or snow).

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Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.

Recommended Styles:

Louvered Hood

Acceptable Style:

Angled Hood

Elbows:

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45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.

Good

Clamps:

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Use clamps to seal all joints.

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Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws

or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct

and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.

Box Hood

Better