Whirlpool LER3622PQ Owners Manual - Page 12

Plan Vent System Choose your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. A B C A. Exhaust hood B. Flexible metal vent or rigid metal vent C. Elbow Alternate installations for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions. A B A. Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow) B. Periscope installation NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. For information on ordering, see "Assistance or Service." ■ Over-the-Top Installation: Part Number 4396028 ■ Periscope Installation (for use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 4396037 - for mismatch of 0" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) Part Number 4396011 - for mismatch of 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm) Part Number 4396014 - for mismatch of 29" (73.66 cm) to 50" (127 cm) Special provisions for mobile home installations The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. Determine vent path ■ Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. ■ Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns. ■ When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. ■ Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. ■ Use the fewest 90° turns possible. Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance ■ Use the Vent system chart below to determine type of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use. NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in the Vent system chart. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■ Shorten the life of the dryer. ■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that will help to achieve the best drying performance. Vent system chart Number of 90º turns or elbows Type of vent 0 Rigid metal Flexible metal 1 Rigid metal Flexible metal 2 Rigid metal Flexible metal Box or louvered hoods 36 ft (11 m) 28 ft (8.5 m) 26 ft (7.9 m) 18 ft (5.5 m) 16 ft (4.9 m) 8 ft (2.8 m) Angled hoods 26 ft (7.9 m) 22 ft (6.7 m) 16 ft (4.9 m) 12 ft (3.7 m) 6 ft (1.8 m) 2 ft (0.6 m) Install Vent System 1. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood. 2. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (10.2 cm) clamp. 3. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible. See "Determine vent path" in "Plan Vent System." Avoid 90º turns. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the vent to secure vent. 12