Whirlpool 3RLEC8600 User manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRIC DRYER
8543157
Write down the model and serial numbers before installing dryer.
Both numbers are listed on the model/serial rating plate located
in the dryer door well.
Model # _______________________________
Serial # _______________________________
Date of Purchase _______________________
for models:
3RLEC8600
3RLEQ8033

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Table of Contents
DRYER SAFETY............................................................................ 2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .............................................. 3
Tools and Parts .......................................................................... 3
Location Requirements.............................................................. 3
Electrical Requirements ............................................................ 4
Venting Requirements .............................................................. 5
Plan Vent System ...................................................................... 5
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............................................ 6
Install Vent System .................................................................... 6
Install Leveling Legs .................................................................. 6
Electrical Connection ................................................................ 7
Level the Dryer .......................................................................... 7
Connect Vent ............................................................................ 7
Complete Installation ................................................................ 7
DRYER SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Location Requirements
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
You will need
■A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. The
dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See “Venting
Requirements.”
■A sturdy floor to support the dryer and a total weight (dryer
and load) of 79.4 kg (175 lb). The combined weight of a
companion appliance should also be considered.
■A level floor with a maximum slope of 2.5 cm (1") under entire
dryer. (If slope is greater than 2.5 cm [1"], install Extended
Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 279810.) Clothes may not tumble
properly and models with automatic sensor cycles may not
operate correctly if dryer is not level.
■It is important to make sure the room has an adequate air
supply for drying operation. The operation of this appliance
may affect the operation of other gas appliances which take
their air supply for safe combustion from the same room. If in
doubt consult the appliance manufacturers.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 7ºC (45ºF). At
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an
automatic cycle.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will
be exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the
same closet as a dryer.
Installation Clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to
open fully.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 46 cm (18 inches) above the floor for
a garage installation.
Failure do to so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools
listed here.
Tools needed
■level
■20 to 30 cm (8" or l0") adjustable wrench that opens
to 2.5 cm (1")
■flat-blade screwdriver
■1/4" nut driver or socket wrench
■caulking gun and compound
■knife
■duct tape
■1" hex-head socket wrench
■tin snips
Parts supplied
Remove parts bag from dryer drum. Check that all parts were
included.
Parts needed
Check local codes, and read electrical and venting requirements
before purchasing parts.
4 leveling legs

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Electrical Requirements
This dryer is supplied without an electric cord and plug. It must
be connected by a competent electrician to a single-phase
electricity supply at the voltage shown on the dataplate, using a
suitable fixed wiring installation in accordance with local and
national wiring regulations.
■A 3-wire circular cord of minimum conductor size 2.5 mm2
cross-section area should be used.
■A 30A supply fuse should be used, and a switch with a
minimum contact separation of 3 mm in both poles must be
incorporated into the fixed wiring for dryer disconnection.
■A cord clamp bush is provided on the dryer, and should be
tightened on completion of wiring. The electrical mains
terminals are located behind the small rear access panel
(terminal block cover), and connections should be made in
accordance with the terminal markings. Remember to replace
the terminal access panel (terminal block cover).
If codes permit and an additional earth bond wire is used, it is
recommended that a competent electrician determine that the
earth bond path is adequate.
Product Dimensions
Dimensions shown with feet extended 2.5 cm (1") from bottom of dryer.
left or right
side exhaust
back exhaust
10.8 cm
(4¹⁄₄")
26 cm
(10¹⁄₄")
35.9 cm
(14¹⁄₈")
10.2 cm
(4")
Exhaust dimensions
Side swing door clearances
Location must be large enough to fully open dryer door.
57.8 cm (22³⁄₄")
57.8 cm (22³⁄₄") 9.8 cm (3 ⁷⁄₈")
48.9 cm
(19¹⁄₈")
The dryer door
extends
35.6 cm (14")
from the front
of the dryer
when fully
opened.
74.3 cm
(29¹⁄₄")
terminal block cover
power supply
cord/cable
strain relief
109.5 cm
(43¹⁄₈")
27.9 cm
(11")
97.2 cm
(38¹⁄₄")
68.6 cm (27")
35.6 cm
(14")

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Venting Requirements
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
■The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, or concealed space of a building.
■Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
■Do not install flexible non-metal vent.
■Do not install metal vent that is smaller than 10 cm (4") in
diameter.
■Do not install flexible vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors.
■10 cm (4") heavy metal vent and clamps must be used.
■Use 10 cm (4") clamps to seal all joints. Vent must not be
connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices
which extend into the interior of the vent. Do not use duct
tape.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to prevent crushing and
kinking.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when
the dryer is in its final position. Remove excess flexible metal vent
to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow
and poor performance.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and
insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 30.5 cm (12") from the ground or
any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as
flowers, rocks or bushes, etc.).
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from the entire length
of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with
lint. Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal or
flexible metal vent.
Back pressure in any exhaust system used must not exceed
15.2 mm (0.6") in water column measured with an incline
manometer at the point that exhaust vent connects to dryer.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
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.
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.
Plan Vent System
Route the Vent
The exhaust outlet is located at the center of the rear of the dryer.
The exhaust vent can be routed up, down, left, right or straight
out the back of the dryer.
The design of the flue system should ensure that any condensate
formed when operating the appliance from cold, is either retained
and subsequently evaporated or discharged. Following these
installation instructions should adequately meet this requirement.
Vent System Length
1. 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. Avoid making 90° turns. When
using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as
possible. Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.
2. Determine vent length.
The maximum length of the exhaust system depends upon:
■The type of vent (rigid metal or flexible metal).
■The number of elbows used.
■Type of hood.
Recommended hood styles are shown here.
AB
Exhaust Air Flow
A. Better
B. Good
AB
A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. Left or right side exhaust installation
C. Bottom exhaust installation
C
10.2 cm
(4")
10.2 cm
(4")
AA
A. Box hood style
B. Louvered hood style

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The angled hood style (shown following) is acceptable.
See the exhaust vent length chart that matches your hood type
for the maximum vent lengths you can use.
Exhaust systems longer than specified will:
■Accumulate lint, creating a potential fire hazard.
■Shorten the life of the dryer.
■Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and
increased energy usage.
3. Determine the number of elbows needed.
NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than specified in the Vent
Length Chart.
The following chart helps you determine your maximum vent
length based on the number of 90° turns or elbows you will
need and the type of vent (rigid or flexible metal) and hood
that you will use.
6.4 cm
(2¹₂")
10.2 cm
(4")
Vent Length Chart
Number of Type of vent Box or Angled
90º turns louvered hoods
or elbows hoods
0 Rigid metal 15.8 m (52 ft.) 13.4 m (44 ft.)
Flexible metal 9.4 m (31 ft.) 7.0 m (23 ft.)
1 Rigid metal 13.4 m (44 ft.) 11.0 m (36 ft.)
Flexible metal 7.9 m (26 ft.) 5.5 m (18 ft.)
2 Rigid metal 11.0 m (36 ft.) 18.5 m (28 ft.)
Flexible metal 6.7 m (22 ft.) 4.3 m (14 ft.)
3 Rigid metal 8.2 m (27 ft.) 6.4 m (21 ft.)
Flexible metal 6.1 m (20 ft.) 3.7 m (12 ft.)
4 Rigid metal 6.1 m (20 ft.) 4.3 m (14 ft.)
Flexible metal 5.5 m (18 ft.) 3.0 m (10 ft.)
NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have a 90º turn
inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one
90º turn to the chart.
The maximum length using a 5.1 cm x 15.2 cm (2" x 6")
rectangular vent with 2 elbows and a 6.4 cm (2-1/2") exhaust
hood is 2.4 m (8 ft.).
For exhaust systems not covered by exhaust vent length charts
(such as multiple unit hookups, plenums, and power-assist fans),
see Service Manual, Part No. 603197. (To purchase the Service
Manual, contact your local authorised service company).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install Vent System
1. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior
wall opening around exhaust hood.
2. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust
hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 10.2 cm (4") clamp.
3. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible.
See “Vent System Length.” Avoid 90º turns. Use 10 cm (4")
clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape, screws or
other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the vent
to secure vent.
Install Leveling Legs
1. Open dryer door and remove drying rack, if included. Wipe
drum with damp cloth to remove any dust.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
2. Take two cardboard corners from dryer carton and place them
on floor in back of dryer. Firmly grasp body of dryer and
gently lay it on its back on the cardboard corners.
3. Start to screw legs into holes by hand. Use an adjustable
wrench or 2.5 cm (1") hex-head socket wrench to finish
turning legs until you reach the ridge with the diamond
marking.
4. To protect the floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from
the dryer carton. Stand dryer up on the cardboard.
A
A. diamond marking

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Electrical Connection
This is a 3-wire dryer which must be earthed.
This dryer is supplied without an electric cord and plug, it must
be connected by a competent electrician. See “Electrical
Requirements.”
Level the Dryer
1. Move dryer close to its permanent location. Leave enough
room to connect the exhaust vent. Remove the cardboard
from under the dryer.
2. Check levelness of dryer by placing a level on top of dryer,
first side to side, then front to back.
If dryer is not level, use a wrench to adjust dryer legs up or
down and check again for levelness.
If legs are not long enough to level dryer, order Extended
Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 279810 (sold two legs per kit), from
your dealer.
The dryer must be level to reduce noise and assure proper
performance.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
This dryer must be earthed.
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
Connect Vent
1. Connect vent to dryer outlet using 10 cm (4") clamp. If
connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is clean. The
vent must fit over the dryer outlet and inside the exhaust
hood.
2. Move dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink exhaust
vent. Make sure dryer is level.
Complete Installation
1. Check to be sure all parts are now installed. If there is an
extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was
skipped.
2. Check to be sure you have all of your tools.
3. Properly dispose of all packaging materials.
4. Check the dryer’s final location. Be sure the vent is not
crushed or kinked.
5. Check to be sure the dryer is level. See “Level the Dryer.”
6. Read the Use & Care Guide to fully understand your
new dryer.
7. Plug into an earthed outlet.
8. Select a full heat cycle (not the air cycle) and start dryer. After
five minutes, open dryer door. You should feel heat inside the
dryer or on the exhaust vent.
If dryer makes an unusual noise, check that dryer is level.
Technical Specifications
(see rating plate in door opening for full model details)
220-240V ~ 50 Hz, 1 ph
4575W, IPX4
Clothes capacity: 9.1 kg max.

8543157 03/2005
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