Whirlpool W10300460A User Manual

4.  Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. 

Tighten screws.

5.  Tighten strain relief screws.
6.  Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. 

Secure cover with hold-down screw. 

7.  Connect a separate copper wire (G) from the external ground 

conductor screw (A) to an adequate ground, as determined by 

a qualified electrician.

A

G

 To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE 

EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,  

chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space  

of a building. 

Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure 

 

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exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid heavy metal 

 

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vent or flexible metal vent.
Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if 

 

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necessary to achieve the best drying performance. Only rigid 

or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.

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 

 

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used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.

DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your 

dealer or by calling the toll-free number listed on the cover 

of the Dryer User Instructions. For more information, see the 

“Assistance or Service” section of the Dryer User Instructions.

For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are 

 

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recommended.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and 

 

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kinking.

Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for 

 

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cleaning.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported 

 

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when the dryer is in its final location.
Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging 

 

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and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor 

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

 

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or floors.
The total length of flexible metal vent shall not exceed  

 

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7¾ ft. (2.4 m).

45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.

 

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