Amana W10216186A Manual De Usuario
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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.
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Flat-blade screwdriver
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#2 Phillips screwdriver
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Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (25.4 mm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
opens to 1" (25.4 mm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
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Wire stripper (for direct
wire 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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Tin snips (new vent
installations)
installations)
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¼" nut driver or socket
wrench (recommended)
wrench (recommended)
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Tape measure
Parts supplied
Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts are
included.
included.
4 Leveling legs
NOTE: Do not use leveling legs if installing the dryer on a
pedestal.
pedestal.
Parts needed
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting.
See “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”
before purchasing parts.
See “Electrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”
before purchasing parts.
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For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (800.1 mm)
and 37" (939.8 mm), see “Plan Vent System” section for
venting requirements.
and 37" (939.8 mm), see “Plan Vent System” section for
venting requirements.
37"
(939.8 mm)
(939.8 mm)
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please refer to the “Assistance
or Service” section.
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your dryer. For further information, please refer to the “Assistance
or Service” section.
If using a power supply cord:
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with
clothes dryers. The kit should contain:
clothes dryers. The kit should contain:
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A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated
120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or
SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that
connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade
terminals with upturned ends.
SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that
connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade
terminals with upturned ends.
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A UL listed strain relief.
Optional Pedestal
Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of
purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer.
You may select a 10" (254 mm) pedestal or a 15.5" (394 mm)
pedestal with a storage drawer. The pedestal will add to the total
height of the dryer for a total height of approximately
46" (1168 mm) or 51.5" (1308 mm), respectively.
purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer.
You may select a 10" (254 mm) pedestal or a 15.5" (394 mm)
pedestal with a storage drawer. The pedestal will add to the total
height of the dryer for a total height of approximately
46" (1168 mm) or 51.5" (1308 mm), respectively.
For a garage installation, you will need to place the 10" (254 mm)
pedestal at least 9" (229 mm) above the floor. You will need to
place the 15.5" (394 mm) pedestal at least 3" (76 mm) above the
floor.
pedestal at least 9" (229 mm) above the floor. You will need to
place the 15.5" (394 mm) pedestal at least 3" (76 mm) above the
floor.
Optional pedestal (15.5" [394 mm] model shown)
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or
refer to the “Assistance or Service” section.
refer to the “Assistance or Service” section.
Pedestal Height
Color
Part Number
10" (254 mm)
White
WHP1000SQ
15.5" (394 mm)
White
XHP1550VW
15.5" (394 mm)
Burgundy
XHP1550VM
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 (610 mm) of either side of the dryer.
See “Electrical Requirements.”
outlet located within 2 ft (610 mm) of either side of the dryer.
See “Electrical Requirements.”
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A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of 200 lbs
(90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance
should also be considered.
(90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance
should also be considered.