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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

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

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may be used.

Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

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Rigid metal vent:

Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid

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crushing and kinking.

Flexible metal vent:

(Acceptable only if accessible to clean)

Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.

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Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result

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in reduced airflow and poor performance.

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

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The total length should not exceed 7

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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:

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).

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.

See "Venting Kits" for more information.

Box hood

Better