Whirlpool GEW9868KQ Installation Instructions - Page 2

43-1/8" strain re[ief The dryer door extends 14" from the front of the dryer when fully opened. Exhaust dimensieas back exhaast 0 r> 0 J /r-,_ 14-1/8" [_ T Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer, Place dryer at [east 18 inches above the floorfora garage installation. Faiture to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire, 2%1/4"* (models with flusl- mounted 30-1/4"* extended door handle) (models wRh door handle) \ _27" *Most models will require at least 5" clearance behind the dryer for the dryer vent, Forproperdryingperformance: The location must provide: _/Protection from weather and water: Do not store or use dryer where it wii[ be exposed to water and weather. _'Room temperature above 45°F: If room temperature is below 45°F, automatic cycles may not shut off. _'Leve[ floor: Maximum slope under entire dryer should not be more than 1 inch. (If slope is greater than 1 inch, install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 279810.) Clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level. _'Sturdy floor to support dryer weight of 120 pounds. 4-1/4" bettem exhaast / k 7-1/4" it is year responsibiJityto: _/Observe all governing codes and ordinances. _'Check code requirements: Some codes [imit or do not permit instailation of clothes dryers in garages, closets, mobile homes or sieeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector. _'Compiy with the installation specifications and dimensions. _'Consider spacing requirements appliances. _'Make sure you have everything installation. for companion necessary for proper Recessedarea/closet installation WARNING -- To reduce the risk of fire this appliance MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS installation clearances Use recommended clearance for easier installation. Recessed Closet Recommended/Minimum Back 5"/0" 5"/0" Sides 1'70" 1"/0" Top 18"/15" 18"/15" Front -1"/1" Recessedarea iastaiiatiea front view * A clothes dryer produces combustible must be exhausted outdoors. lint and If codes permit, dryer may be installed in a recessed area or closet using dimensions shown. Dimensions are in inches and are the minimum allowable. Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. Companion appliance spacing should also be considered. * Wall, door and floor molding may require additional spacing. _'Propedy install dryer. _'Contact a qualified installer to insure that the electrical installation meets all national and local codes and ordinances. Cleset!eeafiaed area iastaiiatiea mf a closet door is instalied: The minimum unobstructed air openings are required. Louvered doors with equivalent air openings are acceptable. side view ** Minirnurn top a bottom air openings for closet door. *** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate. Important: Observe a[[ governing codes and ordinances. A four-wire or three-wire, singie phase, 120/240volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, electrical supply (or four-wire or three-wire, 120/208-volt if specified on model/serial rating plate) is required on a separate 30-ampere circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Recemmendedgreundmethod It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and is in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 -- latest edition .... and all local codes and ordinances. Copies of the standards listed above may be obtained from: ****National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy, Massachusetts 02269 Panel A