CHECKING DRYER USE
YOUR VENT
Your dryer must be properly installed and vented to achieve
maximum drying efficiency and shorten drying times. Use the
minimum recommended installation clearances found in your
Installation Instructions. Refer to your Installation Instructions for
more information.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Do not dry anything that has ever had anything
flammable on it (even after washing).
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
Fire Hazard
death, explosion, or fire.
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death or fire.
If the dryer is not properly installed and vented, it will not be
covered under the warranty.
NOTE: Service calls caused by improper venting will be paid for
by the customer, whether it was a paid installation or self-Fire Hazard
installed.
1. Do not use plastic vent or metal foil vent. Use 4 in. (10.2 cm) No washer can completely remove oil.
metal or flexible metal vent. Do not kink or crush flexible
metal vent. It must be completely extended to allow adequate Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of
exhaust air to flow. Check vent after installation. Refer to your oil on it (including cooking oils).
Installation Instructions for proper length requirements of Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be
vent.dried on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle.
2. Use a 4 in. (10.2 cm) exhaust hood.
3. Use the straightest path possible when routing the vent.Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death or fire.
Starting Your Dryer
Before using your dryer, wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth to
remove dust from storing and shipping. The following steps
provide an overview for operating your dryer. Specific directions
4. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws or for each step are contained in the following sections.
other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the 1. Load clothes loosely into the dryer and close the door. Do not
vent to secure vent.pack the dryer. Allow space for clothes to tumble freely.
5. Clean exhaust vent periodically, depending on use, but at
least every 2 years, or when installing your dryer in a new
location. When cleaning is complete, be sure to follow the
Installation Instructions supplied with your dryer for final
product check.
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