13
Venting Requirements
VENTING
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, 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 exible 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.
■
Rigid metal vent:
Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid ■
crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
Must be fully extended and supported in nal dryer location.
■
Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result ■
in reduced airow and poor performance.
Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or oors.
■
The total length should not exceed 7 ■
3
/
4
ft. (2.4 m).
The length of exible metal vent used must be included in the
■
overall vent system design as shown in the Vent System Chart.
NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire
length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged
with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or
exible metal vents. Review Vent System Chart and if necessary,
modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance.
Louvered Hood
Angled Hood
Box Hood
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
Exhaust hoods:
Elbows:
Recommended Styles:
45° elbows provide better airow than 90° elbows. ■
Clamps:
Use clamps to seal all joints. ■
Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws ■
or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct
and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and ■
insects from entering the home.
Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object
■
that may obstruct exhaust (such as owers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
■
Good
Better
Acceptable Style:
