Maytag MEDC700VJ Installation Instructions - Page 10

Venting Requirements WARNING Rigid metal vent For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are recommended. Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. 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. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. The total length of flexible metal vent shall not exceed 8 ft (2.4 m). Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors. Elbows 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. If using an existing vent system Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent. Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if necessary to achieve the best drying performance. If this is a new vent system Vent material Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. 4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended. 4" 10.2 cm 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 Exhaust Recommended hood styles are shown here. B 4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling the toll-free number listed on the cover of the Dryer User Instructions. For more information, see the "Assistance or Service" section of the Dryer User Instructions. A 4" (10.2 cm) 4" (10.2 cm) A. Louvered hood style B. Box hood style The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable. 4" (10.2 cm) 2½" (6.4 cm) 10