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Loading and using the Dryer.
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For the best drying performance, the dryer needs to be properly vented. The dryer will use more energy and run
longer if it is not vented to the specifications below. Carefully follow the details on Exhausting in the Installation
Instructions.
Venting the Dryer
Correct
Venting
Incorrect
Venting
- Fire Hazard
WARNING
This dryer MUST be exhausted to the outdoors.
Use only 4” rigid metal ducting for the home exhaust duct.
Use only 4” rigid metal or UL-listed dryer transition duct to connect the dryer to the
home exhaust.
DO NOT use a plastic vent.
DO NOT use a metal foil vent.
DO NOT exhaust into a chimney, kitchen exhaust, gas vent, wall, ceiling, attic, crawl
space, or concealed space of a building.
DO NOT install a screen in or over the exhaust duct.
DO NOT use duct longer than specified in the exhaust length table.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
