Amana ned5500tq Installation Instruction
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Parts supplied:
Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts were
included.
included.
4 leveling legs
Parts needed:
Check local codes, check existing electrical supply and venting
and see “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”
before purchasing parts.
and see “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”
before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please reference the
“Assistance or Service” section of the Dryer User Instructions.
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please reference the
“Assistance or Service” section of the Dryer User Instructions.
Location Requirements
You will need
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A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See
“Venting Requirements.”
“Venting Requirements.”
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A separate 30-amp circuit.
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If you are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical
outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See
“Electrical Requirements.”
outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See
“Electrical Requirements.”
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A sturdy floor to support the total weight (dryer and load) of
200 lbs (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion
appliance should also be considered.
200 lbs (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion
appliance should also be considered.
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A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire
dryer. (If slope is greater than 1" [2.5 cm], install Extended
Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810.) Clothes may not tumble
properly and models with automatic sensor cycles may not
operate correctly if dryer is not level.
dryer. (If slope is greater than 1" [2.5 cm], install Extended
Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810.) Clothes may not tumble
properly and models with automatic sensor cycles may not
operate correctly if dryer is not level.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an
automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be
exposed to water and/or weather.
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an
automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be
exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Installation Clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open
fully.
Dryer Dimensions
fully.
Dryer Dimensions
*Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance
behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting
Requirements.”
Requirements.”
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this
dryer. This dryer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 cm)
clearance on the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should
be considered for the following reasons:
dryer. This dryer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 cm)
clearance on the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should
be considered for the following reasons:
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Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
installation and servicing.
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Flat-blade screwdriver
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#2 Phillips screwdriver
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Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (2.54 cm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
opens to 1" (2.54 cm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
■
Wire stripper (for U.S.
only, direct wire
installations)
only, direct wire
installations)
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Tin snips (new vent
installations)
installations)
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Level
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Vent clamps
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Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
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Tape measure
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor
for a garage installation.
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
A. Small opening side-swing door
B. Large opening side-swing door
B. Large opening side-swing door
C. Wide opening side-swing door
D. Wide opening hamper door
D. Wide opening hamper door
43
³⁄₈
"
(110 cm)
*26"
(66 cm)
29"
(73.66 cm)
A
15¼"
(38.74 cm) 43
³⁄₈
"
(110 cm)
*27¾"
(70.5cm)
29"
(73.66 cm)
B
22 ¾"
(57.8 cm)
43
³⁄₈
"
(110 cm)
13 ¾"
(34.9 cm)
*27 ¾"
(70.5 cm)
29"
(73.66 cm)
D
43
³⁄₈
"
(110 cm)
*27 ¾"
(70.5 cm)
29"
(73.66 cm)
C
22 ¾"
(57.8 cm)