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13
Plan Vent System
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations:
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
Other installations are possible.
A
B
C
A. Exhaust hood
B. Flexible metal or rigid metal vent
C. Elbow
Alternate installations for close clearances:
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best
for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown.
Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
A B
A. Over-the-top installation
(also available with one offset elbow)
B. Periscope installation
NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate
installations are available for purchase. For information on
ordering, see “Assistance or Service.”
■ Over-the-Top Installation:
Part Number 4396028
■ Periscope Installation (for use with dryer vent to wall
vent mismatch):
Part Number 4396037 - for mismatch of 0" (0 mm) to
18" (457 mm)
Part Number 4396011 - for mismatch of 18" (457 mm) to
29" (737 mm)
Part Number 4396014 - for mismatch of 29" (737 mm) to
50" (1.27 m)
Special provisions for mobile home installations
The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible
portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate
beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside.
Determine vent path
■ Select the route that will provide the straightest and most
direct path outdoors.
■ Plan the installation to use the 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 the fewest 90° turns possible.
Determine vent length and elbows needed for
best drying performance
■ Use the “Vent System Chart” below to determine type of vent
material and hood combinations acceptable to use.
NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in
the Vent system chart. Exhaust systems longer than those
specified will:
■ Shorten the life of the dryer.
■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and
increased energy usage.
The “Vent System Chart” provides venting requirements that will
help to achieve the best drying performance.
Vent System Chart
Number of
90° turns or
elbows
Type of vent Box or
louvered
hoods
Angled
hoods
0
Rigid metal 36 ft (11 m) 26 ft (7.9 m)
1
Rigid metal 26 ft (7.9 m) 16 ft (4.9 m)
2
Rigid metal 16 ft (4.9 m) 6 ft (1.8 m)
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