Whirlpool WED49STBW Installation Guide - Page 14

Exhaust hoods: ■■ Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes, or snow). Recommended Styles: Plan Vent System Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. B Louvered hood Acceptable Style: Box hood Angled hood Elbows: ■■ 45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows. A A. Dryer B. Elbow C. Wall D. Exhaust hood C D E F G B H E. Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows H. Exhaust outlet Good Better Clamps: ■■ Use clamps to seal all joints. ■■ Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct and catch lint. Do not use duct tape. See "Venting Kits" for more information. 14