Whirlpool LEV4634JQ Installation Instructions - Page 9

Your safety and the safety of_others are very Important. We have provided many important safety message in this manual and on your appliance. Nways read and obey all safety messages. Venting TThhiiss sisymthbeosl aafleetrytsayleorut stoympobtoeln. tial hazardsthat can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messageswill be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER"or "WARNING". These words mean: You can be killed or seriouslyinjured if you don't i_ follow instructions. You can be killed or seriouslyinjured if you don't follow instructions. All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. Check that you have everythingnecessaryfor correct installation. Proper installation is your responsibility. [ Toolsneeded: I • 1/4" nut driver or socket wrench • Phillips screwdriver • flat-blade screwdriver • adlustable wrench that opens to 1" or 1" hexhead socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet) • level • caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) • gloves • safety glasses • knife Tools needed to change door swing: • Phillipsscrewdriver • soft cloth or towel I Partssupplied: I Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts were included. i_L_ 4 leveling legs I Partsneeded: I Check local codes and see electrical and venting requirements, Panel B, before purchasing parts. Determine if you will need to purchase a power supply cord kit or power supply cable. Part No. 3978844 © 2000 Whirlpool Corporation Electrical If using a power supply cord: Dryer power supply cord must be: • U.L.-listed • 30-ampere • 120/240-volt • Type SRD or SRDT minimum • At least 4 feet long The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends. 4-wire receptacle (14-30R) © 3-wirereceptacle (10-30R) _ ___-_%_ 4-wire powersupplycordwith ringor spadeterminalsand U.L.Jistedstrainrelief 3-wirepowersupplycordwith ringor spadeterminalsand U.L-listedstrainrelief If connecting by direct wire: Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) and be: • flexible armored or non-metallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire). All current-carrying wires must be insulated. See Panel D. • tO-GAUGE SOLID COPPER WIRE. (Do not use aluminum.) • at least 4 feet long. Benton HarbobMichigan 49022 Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent, Do not use a plasticvent, Do not use a metal foilvent, Failureto follow these instructionscan result in death or fire. Four-inch heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used. Dura SafeTM vent products are recommended. Dura Safe vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts & Accessories 1-800-442-9991, Mon-Fri: 8am to 9pm (CST), Sat: 9am to 4:30pm (CST). Visit our internet site at bttp://www.whirlpoolappliances.com/accessories See Panel G for more information. Exhaust hood Do Not use exhaust hoods with magnetic latches. Mobile home installations require: • Mobile Home Installation Kit, Part Number 346764* • Metal exhaust system hardware* Floorssloped greater than 1 inch: Require Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 279810* *Availablefor purchasefrom your dealer. Printed in U.S.A.