Whirlpool mede250 Installation Instruction
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Periscope installation
Over-the-top installation
(also available with one offset elbow)
optional exhaust installations:
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
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
If you prefer, dryer may be converted to exhaust out right side,
left side, or through bottom. You must contact your local dealer
to have dryer converted.
Bottom exhaust installation
Special provisions for mobile homes:
Exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible
portion of mobile home and must not terminate beneath the
mobile home. Terminate exhaust vent outside.
Determine vent path:
Select route that will provide straightest and most direct
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path outdoors.
Plan installation to use fewest number of elbows and turns.
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pLAN vENT SYSTEM
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installation:
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
indoors, which may result in:
Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper,
carpets, etc.
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Vent products can be purchased from your dealer. For further
information, see “Assistance or Service” section in your Use
and Care Guide.
Alternate exhaust installations (for close clearance):