Amana W10216187A User Manual

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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. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.

DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your 
dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. 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.

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 secure with screws or 
other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the 
duct and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.

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TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

Recommended hood styles are shown here.

     4"
(102 mm)

      4"
(102 mm)

The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.

   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.).

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Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.

Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, 
carpets, etc.

Housecleaning problems and health problems.

Plan Vent System

Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. 
Other installations are possible.