Whirlpool W10471647B - SP User Manual

WARNING: 

To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE 

EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, 
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space 

 

of a building. 

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Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure 
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. 

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Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid heavy metal 

 

or flexible metal vent.

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Review vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if 
necessary to achieve the best drying performance. Only rigid 

 

or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.

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Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

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4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be 
used.  

Vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling 
Whirlpool Service. For more information, see the “Assistance or 
Service” section.

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For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are 
recommended.

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Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking.

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Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for 
cleaning.

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Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when 
the dryer is in its final location. 

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Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking 
that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance.

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Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings, or 
floors.

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The total length of flexible metal vent should not exceed 

 

7¾ ft. (2.4 m).

45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.

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Use clamps to seal all joints. 

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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.

A and B: Recommended hood styles.

 

C: Acceptable hood style. 

     4"
(102 mm)

      4"
(102 mm)

   4"

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

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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.).