Whirlpool LDE7800W1 User manual

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Before you begin ...
read the following instructions completely and carefully.
They will simplify the installation.
AFTER COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
IMPORTANT: OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES
Where to install the dryer -
Your dryer should, of course, be installed in a location that
is convenient for you; however, there are other factors
which should be considered before selecting the permanent
location.
Codes Requirements -There are some codes which
prohibit or restrict installation of clothes dryers in
garages, closets, mobile homes and sleeping quarters. If
m doubt about the location you have chosen, check with
your local building inspector.
Utilities - Connections to proper electric supply
should be available. See page 3.
Exhaust - A four (4) inch metal exhaust duct is rec-
ommended. Is there one available or can one be installed
to meet requirements in pages 4, 5 and 6?
Physical Characteristics - The site must be large enough
_o--r_ dr--_ _ a-T_-w room to fulLy open the dryer
door. The floor must be able to support the weight and
the dryer must be protected from the weather. If the
temperature where the dryer is to be installed is not
above 45 o F, the dryer may not shut off when automatic
cycles are used.
CAUTION:
•It is the personal responsibility of the customer to
ensure that gasoline, paint, thinners and other flam-
mable materials are not used or stored near the dryer.
Fumes from these materials could result in fire or
explosion.
• Never install the dryer up against draperies or curtains
and be sure to keep any and all items from falling or
collecting behind the dryer.
• Replace all access or service panels before operating
dryer.

ELI CT£ICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. A three-wire or four-wire single phase 120/240 volt 60
Hz AC only electrical supply (or three-wire or four-wire
120/208 volt if specified on nameplate) is required on a
separate 30 ampere circuit, fused on both sides of the line
(time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended). Do
NOT fuse neutral.
2. THE DRYER MUST BE CONNECTED WITH COPPER
WIRE ONLY. Aluminum wire must not be used to avoid
potentially unsatisfactory connections.
3. Local codes may permit the use of a flexible type 30
ampere U L listed power supply cord (pigtail) with no
smaller than No. 10 copper wire to match three-wire
receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R shown in the following
figure. A suitable strain relief must be provided at the
point the power supply cord enters the appliance.
IMPORTANT:
OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES
5. CAUTION: For mobile home installations, the appliance
wiring must be revised. The appliance frame must not be
connected to the neutral terminal, but must be connected
to the ground wire (green) of the power supply cord.
If four-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30R is used (see
figure below), a matching UL listed power supply cord
(pigtail) for mobile homes must be used. This cord con-
tains four No. 10 copper conductors with spade or ring
terminals on dryer end terminating in a NEMA type
14-30P plug on supply end. The fourth (grounding) con-
ductor must be identified by a green cover and the
neutral conductor by a white cover. Cord should be Type
SRD or SRDT, with strain relief and be at least 4 feet long.
The power supply cord and strain relief are not provided
with the dryer.
3WIRE RECEPTACLE
WARNING: Do not plug the power supply cord 4WIRERI:CEPTACL_
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(pigtail) into a live wall receptacle before connectingefusb_d
the pigtail to the dryer terminal block
• The appliance may be connected directly to the
isconnect (or circuit breaker) box through fl "
armored or non-metallic sheathed copper cable. Allow two
or three feet of slack in the line between the wall and the
appliance so that it can be moved if servicing is ever
necessary. A suitable strain relief must be provided at each RECEPTACLE
114-30R)
end of the power supply cord (at the appliance and at the RECEPTACLE
junction box). Wire sizes (COPPER WIRE ONLY) and 11o-3om
connections must conform with the rating of the appliance Typical 30 ampere receptacles for use where local codes
(30amperes). Do not use an extension cord. permit use of flexible power supply cord (pigtail),
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EXitA[ S I SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
1. CAUTION: FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY DO NOT
EXHAUST DRYER INTO A CHIMNEY, FURNACE COLD
AIR DUCT OR ANY OTHER COMMON DUCT, ATTIC OR
CRAWL SPACE. ACCUMULATED LINT COULD BECOME
A FIRE HAZARD OR MOISTURE COULD CAUSE DAM-
AGE.
DO NOT USE 3INCH EXHAUST DUCT I
2. You can get the parts you need for installation from
your Whirlpool parts distributor or your local plumbing and
heating store.
3. We strongly recommend exhausting the dryer to the
outside to prevent large amounts of moisture and lint
from being blown into the room.
4. If you cannot exhaust your- dryer to the outside, use
Exhaust Deflector Kit LCK4000 available from your
Whirlpool dealer. See FIG. 1.
FIGURE 1
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5, Exhaust outlet at rear of the dryer is located as shown in
Figure 2. Detailed instructions on spacing from side and
rear clearances can be found in the section "Instructions for
Recessed or Closet Installations," Information on minimum
spacing side to side and to the rear is also found on a label
located on back panel,
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EXHAUST OUTLET LOCATION
(REAR OF DRYER)
FIGURE 2
6. We strongly recommend exhausting with 4 inch diameter
rigid METAL duct. We strongly recommend METAL flexible
duct if you use flexible duct. Flexible aluminum duct is
available from your Whirlpool dealer or parts distributor.
NEVER USE SMALLER THAN 4 INCH EXHAUST DUCT.

7.Theexhaustmayberoutedup,down,left,rightor
straightthroughthewall.
8.Theexhaustductshouldterminatewith anexhaust
hoodtopreventbackdrafts.Theoutletofthehoodmust
beatleast12inchesfromthegroundoranyobstruction.A
Iouveredexhausthood,PartNumber279399isavailable
fromyourWhirlpooldealerorpartsdistributor.Anexhaust
hoodwitha2!/,inchoutletcreatesmorebackpressure,but
maybeusedwithshortersystems.Neveruseanexhaust
hoodwithamagneticlatch.
9.Themaximumlengthoftheexhaustsystemdepends
uponthetypeofductused,thenumberofelbowsandthe
typeofexhausthood.Themaximumlengthforbothrigid
andflexibleductisshowninthechart,FIG.3.
NUMBER OF
90 TURNS
0
1
2
0
1
2
EXHAUST HOOD TYPE
.L
43FT.
33FT.
23 FT.
30 FT.
24 FT,
16FT.
41 FT. 36 FT.
31 FT. 26 FT.
21 FT. 16FT.
29 FT. 24 FT.
23FT. 18FT.
15 FT. 10FT.
MAXIMUM
LENGTH OF
4" DIA.
RIGID METAL
DUCT.
MAXIMUM
LENGTH OF
4" DIA.
FLEXIBLE
METAL DUCT.
Figure 3
10, Use duct tape to seal all joints. Never use screws to
assemble the ductwork, screws can catch lint.
11. Exhaust systems longer than specified will shorten
the life of the dryer and result in reduction of perform-
ance such as longer drying time and increased use of
energy. Lint may also accumulate creating a possible
safety hazard. The exhaust system should be cleaned
periodically, at least every two years.
12. We do NOT RECOMMEND non-metallic flexible duct.
If you use non-metallic flexible duct you must connect a
METAL elbow and at least 2 feet of METAL duct to the
dryer outlet. The length of the non-metallic flexible duct
should not exceed 7 feet, and it must be adequately
supported to prevent sagging or kinking. See FIG. 6.
NEVER INSTALL ANY TYPE OF FLEXIBLE DUCT CON-
CEALED IN VVALLS OR CEILING
13. There are exhaust kits available that allow the filtered
exhaust air to be directed inside to conserve energy during
winter months. These devices may be used with Whirlpool
dryers providing their use does not violate national or local
codes and providing the device does not restrict exhaust air
flow. If you use one of these kits, be aware that excessive
moisture in the home can cause many problems and that
you may see an increase in the time required to dry a toad.
Also, if you use one of these kits, you must maintain it
properly to avoid excessive lint build-up, which can affect
the dryers's performance.