Whirlpool WED8000DW Installation Guide - Page 5

Parts needed: (Not supplied with dryer) Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting. See "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before purchasing parts. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the "Assistance or Service" section in your "Use and Care Guide." Optional Equipment: (Not supplied with dryer) Refer to your "Use and Care Guide" for information about accessories available for your dryer. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of installation and servicing; spacing for companion appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing on all sides of dryer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required. 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. DRYER DIMENSIONS LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 561/4" (1428 mm) 325/16" (821 mm) Door Opened Door Closed 29" (737 mm) 4213/16" (1087 mm) 57/8" (150 mm) 41/2" (115 mm) 1/2" (13 mm) 113/8" 35/8" 3" 13/8" 141/2" (289 mm) (93 mm) (77 mm) (35 mm) (370 mm) 31/2" (93 mm) Side view Back view Bottom view: You will need: ■■ A location allowing for proper exhaust installation. See "Venting Requirements." ■■ A separate 15 or 20-amp circuit needed for gas dryers and 30-amp circuit needed for electric dryers. ■■ If using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft. (610 mm) of either side of dryer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Floor must support dryer weight of 200 lbs. (90.7 kg). Also consider weight of companion appliance. ■■ Level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. If slope is greater than 1" (25 mm), clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly. ■■ For garage installation, place dryer at least 18" (460 mm) above floor. ■■ Steam models only: Cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water fill valves, and water pressure of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). You may use the water supply for your washer using the "Y" connector and short hose which are provided. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store dryer where it will be exposed to water, weather, or at temperatures below 45° F (7° C). Lower temperatures may cause dryer not to shut off at end of automatic sensor cycles, resulting in longer drying times. NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer. 81/2" (218 mm) 143/8" (365 mm) NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 6" (152 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. See "Venting Requirements." 5