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Venting the Dryer cont.
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18 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Venting the Dryer (cont.) Ductwork Wall Cap Type Number of 90° Elbows Maximum Length of 4-inch Diameter Rigid Metal Duct Recommended 0 65 ft. (19.8 m) 1 4" (10.2 cm) 2 55 ft. (16.8 m) 47 ft. (14.3 m) 3 36 ft. (11.0 m) 4" (10.2 cm) 4 Use only for 0 short run installations 1 2 28 ft. (8.5 m) 55 ft. (16.8 m) 47 ft. (14.3 m ) 41 ft. (12.5 m) 22/4" (6.35 cm) 3 30 ft. (9.1 m) 4 22 ft. (6.7 m) NOTE Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for each additional elbow. It is not recommended to use more than four 90° elbows. Correct Venting Incorrect Venting Routing and Connecting Ductwork NOTE Follow the guidelines below to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in the ductwork. Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must be purchased separately. • Use 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid or semirigid metal ductwork. • The exhaust duct run should be as short as possible. • Use as few elbow joints as possible. • The male end of each section of exhaust duct must point away from the dryer. • Use duct tape on all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that runs through unheated areas in order to reduce condensation and lint buildup on duct surfaces. • Incorrect or inadequate exhaust systems are not covered by the dryer warranty. Failures or poor performance caused by such exhaust systems will not be covered by the dryer warranty. MFL67731056_en_150715.indd 18 2015.7.15 3:38:46 PM