Whirlpool WED92HEFU Dimension Guide - Page 2

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS To supply the required 3- or 4-wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz, AC only electrical supply (or 3- or 4-wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. Connect to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit.Do not use an extension cord. VENTING REQUIREMENTS Exhaust venting: Exhaust your dryer to the outside. 4" (102 mm) diameter vent is required. Rigid or flexible metal exhaust vent must be used. Do not use plastic or metal foil vet. Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (305 mm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS. IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting. ■■ Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps may be used. ■■ Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. Exhaust hoods: Recommended Styles: The "Vent System Charts" provide venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance. Standard Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 64 ft. (20 m) 1 Rigid metal 54 ft. (16.5 m) 2 Rigid metal 44 ft. (13.4 m) 3 Rigid metal 35 ft. (10.7 m) 4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) Long Vent System Chart Number of 90° elbows Type of vent Angled hoods 0 Rigid metal 160 ft. (48.8 m) 1 Rigid metal 150 ft. (45.7 m) Louvered Hood Acceptable Style: Box Hood 2 Rigid metal 140 ft. (42.7 m) 3 Rigid metal 130 ft. (39.6 m) 4 Rigid metal 120 ft. (36.6 m) Angled Hood Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that will provide straightest and most direct path outdoors. ■■ Plan installation to use 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 as few 90° turns as possible. To determine if your model has a long vent system, refer to the type code located on the serial number plate in the inner door well. Example: An electric model would be DALV (Long Vent) - ELE - XXXXXXX-XXX. NOTE: For long vent systems, use of box/louvered hoods will improve venting, regardless of length. The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using new inlet hoses (not supplied). Do not use old hoses. Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance: ■■ Use the following "Vent System Charts" to determine type of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use. NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in "Vent System Charts." Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.