Whirlpool WGD5500XW Installation Instructions - Page 6

Installation clearances: The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully. Most installations require a minimum 5½" (140 mm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See "Venting Requirements." 29" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 27" Wide Models Dryer Dimensions 43 " (1092 mm) 23 ¾" (603 mm) 43 " (1092 mm) 13 ¾" (349 mm) *29 1/2" (749 mm) 27" (687 mm) *29 1/2" (749 mm) 27" (687 mm) A B A. Large opening side-swing door B. Wide opening hamper door Installation Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm) 48 in.2* (310 cm ) 2 3"* (76 mm) A. Large opening side-swing door B. Large opening side-swing door C. Wide opening side-swing door D. Wide opening hamper door Installation Spacing 18"* (457 mm) 14" max.* (356 mm) 48 in.2* (310 cm )2 24 in.2 * (155 cm )2 1" 29" 1" 1"* 27¾" (25 mm) (737 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (705 mm) A B C A. Recessed area B. Side view - closet or confined area C. Closet door with vents *Required spacing 3"* (76 mm) 3"* (76 mm) 24 in2.* 2 (155 cm ) 1" 27" 1" 1"* 29 ¼" 5 ½"* (25 mm) (686 mm) (25 mm) (25 mm) (743 mm) (140 mm) A B C A. Recessed area B. Side view - closet or confined area C. Closet door with vents *Required spacing 3"* (76 mm) Installation spacing for recessed area or closet The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed. ■■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered. Mobile home - Additional installation requirements This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280) or the Canadian Manufactured Home Standard CAN/CSA-Z240 MH. ■■ Metal exhaust system hardware, available for purchase. For further information, please reference the "Assistance or Service" section of the "Dryer User Instructions." ■■ Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening. 6