Plan vent system – Whirlpool LER3622PQ User Manual

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The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.

An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and
insects from entering the home.

Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30.5 cm) from the ground
or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as
flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).

Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.

Plan Vent System

Choose your exhaust installation type

Recommended exhaust installations

Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.

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.

NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate
installations are available for purchase. For ordering information,
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 cm) to
18" (45.72 cm)

Part Number 4396011 - for mismatch of 18" (45.72 cm) to
29" (73.66 cm)

Part Number 4396014 - for mismatch of 29" (73.66 cm) to
50" (127 cm)

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.

A. Exhaust hood
B. Flexible metal vent or rigid metal vent

C. Elbow

4"

(10.2 cm)

2½"

(6.4 cm)

Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:

Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint,

Housecleaning problems and health problems.

wallpaper, carpets, etc.

A

B

C

A. Over-the-top installation (also available with

one offset elbow)

B. Periscope installation

A

B

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