Whirlpool W10388779A-SP 用户手册

To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE 

EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, 

chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space 

of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for 

exhausting.

Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid 

 

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crushing and kinking.

(Acceptable only if accessible to clean)

Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.

 

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Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may  

 

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result in reduced airflow and poor performance.

Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.

 

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The total length should not exceed 7 

 

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3

/

4

 ft. (2.4 m).

If using an existing vent system, clean lint from  

entire length of the system and make sure exhaust hood  

is not plugged with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents  

with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Review Vent System  

Chart and if necessary, modify existing vent system to  

achieve best drying performance.

4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent

Louvered Hood

        Good

Angled Hood

Box Hood

      Better

45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.

 

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Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object  

 

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that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes,  

or snow).

diamond

marking

Examine leveling legs, find diamond marking. Screw legs into  

leg holes by hand, use a wrench to finish turning legs until 

diamond marking is no longer visible.

Now stand the dryer on its feet. Slide the dryer until it is 

close to its final location. Leave enough room for electrical 

connection and to connect the exhaust vent.

Diamond 

marking

Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps  

 

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may be used. 

Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

 

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