Whirlpool W10222384A - Manual (Page 7)

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Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and
kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor
performance.
Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings,
or floors.
Elbows
45° elbows provide better airflow 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 the interior of the
duct and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
Exhaust
Recommended hood styles are shown here.
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" (305 mm) 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.
Install Leveling Legs
To protect the floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from the
shipping carton. Gently place the washer/dryer on its side, on the
cardboard.
Install the rear leveling legs
1. Push legs into holes in rear corners until they snap into place.
2. Check adjustability of rear legs by pushing in one leg. The
other leg should come out. Check both legs. If they do not
move freely, repeat Step 1.
Install the front leveling legs
1. Examine the front leveling legs. Find the diamond marking.
2. Screw front legs by hand, into the holes in the triangular
braces in the front corners. Use wrench to finish turning the
legs until the diamond marking is no longer visible.
3. Slowly stand the washer/dryer upright.
For mobile home use
Washer/dryers with gas dryers must be securely fastened
to the floor.
Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Kit.
See “Tools and Parts” section for information on ordering.
Good Better
Clamp
A. Louvered hood style
B. Box hood style
4"
(102 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
B
A
4"
(102 mm)
2½"
(64 mm)
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper,
carpets, etc.
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
washer/dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
The total length of flexible metal vent should not exceed
7 3 ⁄
4
ft (2.4 m).