Whirlpool 8578186 User Manual

Check that you have everything necessary for correct installation. 
Proper installation is your responsibility.

Remove parts packages from dryer drum. Check that all parts are 
included.

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Parts package.

NOTE: Do not use leveling legs if installing the dryer on a 
pedestal.

Check local codes and with gas supplier. Check existing gas 
supply, electrical supply and venting. Read “Electrical 
Requirements,” “Gas Supply Requirements” and “Venting 
Requirements” before purchasing parts.

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For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (80.01 cm) 
and 37" (93.98 cm), see “Plan Vent System” section for 
venting requirements.

Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following) 
that may be ordered by calling the dealer from whom you 
purchased your dryer. For further information, please refer to the 
“Assistance or Service” section of this manual.

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Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.

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Metal exhaust system hardware.

Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You may purchase a 
pedestal separately for this dryer. This pedestal will add about 
13" (33 cm) to the height of your unit for a total height of 
approximately 51" (130 cm). 

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or 
refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask 
for Part Number LAB2700MQ (White), LAB2700MT (Biscuit) or 
LAB2700ML (Pewter).

Are you planning to stack your DUET

®

 washer and dryer? To do 

so, you will need to purchase a Stack Kit.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or 
refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask 
for Part Number 8541503.

Are you planning to reverse the door swing direction on your 
DUET

® 

dryer? To do so, you will need to purchase a Door 

Reversal Kit.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or 
refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask 
for Part Number 8530069 (Shield Blue), 8530070 (Shield 
Platinum), 8530071 (Biscuit) or 8530072 (Pewter).

Are you planning to reverse the door swing direction on your 
DUET

® 

dryer and stack your DUET

® 

washer and dryer? To do so, 

you can purchase a Door Reversal and Stack Combination Kit.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or 
refer to the “Assistance and Service” section of this manual. Ask 
for Part Number 8530073 (Shield Blue), 8530074 (Shield 
Platinum), 8530075 (Biscuit) or 8530076 (Pewter).

If you are installing your DUET

® 

washer and dryer and wish to 

avoid having loose items fall behind your machines, you may 
purchase a pair of washer/dryer backguards. These will reduce 
the chance of items falling behind the machines during operation.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or 
refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask 
for Part Number 8558694 (White), 8558695 (Biscuit) or 8558696 
(Pewter).

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8" or 10" pipe wrench

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8" or 10" adjustable 
wrench (for gas 
connections)

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Flat-blade screwdriver

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Adjustable wrench that 
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or 
hex-head socket wrench 
(for adjusting dryer feet)

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Level

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¹⁄₄

" nut driver or socket 

wrench

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Knife

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Safety glasses

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Vent clamps

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Pipe-joint compound 
resistant to L.P. gas

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Caulking gun and 
compound (for installing 
new exhaust vent)

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Gloves

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Pliers