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Installation Instructions Tools and Parts Tools needed Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with tools listed below. Alternate Parts: (Not supplied with dryer) Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please refer to "Assistance or Service" on the back cover. You may also contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and see "Venting Requirements" and "Electrical Requirements" before purchasing parts. ■■ Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware. ■■ For portable installations you will need an optional portable assembly kit, including 4 casters, power cord brackets and screws. Flat-blade screwdriver Tin snips (new vent installations) Location Requirements Level Vent clamps Adjustable wrench that opens Caulking gun and compound to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head (for installing new exhaust vent) socket wrench Parts supplied Remove parts package from the dryer drum. Check that all parts listed are included. Cycle control knob Start button You will need ■■ A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A 120 V, 60 Hz., AC only, 15 or 20 A circuit. ■■ A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of the dryer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ A sturdy floor to support the dryer weight (dryer and load) of 115 lbs (52 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance should also be considered. ■■ A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under the entire dryer. Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended. The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather. Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector. Leveling legs (4) 4

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Installation Instructions
Tools and Parts
Tools needed
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with tools listed below.
Flat-blade screwdriver
Tin snips (new vent
installations)
Level
Vent clamps
Adjustable wrench that opens
to 1" (25 mm) or hex-head
socket wrench
Caulking gun and compound
(for installing new exhaust vent)
Parts supplied
Remove parts package from the dryer drum. Check that all parts
listed are included.
Cycle control knob
Start button
Leveling legs (4)
Alternate Parts: (Not supplied with dryer)
Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please
refer to “Assistance or Service” on the back cover. You may also
contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer.
Check local codes, existing electrical supply and venting, and
see “Venting Requirements” and “Electrical Requirements” before
purchasing parts.
■
Mobile home installations require
metal exhaust system hardware.
■
For portable installations you
will need an optional portable
assembly kit, including 4 casters,
power cord brackets and screws.
Location Requirements
You will need
■
A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See
“Venting Requirements.”
■
A 120 V, 60 Hz., AC only, 15 or 20 A circuit.
■
A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of
either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”
■
A sturdy floor to support the dryer weight (dryer and load)
of 115 lbs (52 kg). The combined weight of a companion
appliance should also be considered.
■
A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under
the entire dryer.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an
automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will
be exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.