Maytag MEDB800VB Use and Care Manual - Page 16

Rigid metal vent ■ 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. ■ 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 73/4 ft (2.4 m). Elbows 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. Exhaust Recommended hood styles are shown here. B A 4" (102 mm) 4" (102 mm) A. Louvered hood style B. Box hood style The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable. 4" (102 mm) Good Better Clamps ■ Use clamps to seal all joints. ■ The exhaust duct shall not be assembled with screws or other fastening means that extend into the duct and catch lint. Do not use duct tape. Clamp 2½" (63.5 mm) ■ An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the home. ■ Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (305 mm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.). ■ Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch. 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. 16