Whirlpool 4GWED5500 Instrucciones De Instalación página 12

Exhaust hoods:
Must be at least 305 mm (12") from ground or any object
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that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).
Recommended Styles:
Louvered Hood
Acceptable Style:
Angled Hood
Elbows:
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
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Good
Clamps:
Use clamps to seal all joints.
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Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws
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or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct
and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
Vent products can be purchased from your dealer. For more
information, see the "Assistance or Service" section in your
"Use and Care Guide."
12
Box Hood
Better
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper,
carpets, etc.
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
PLAN VENT SYSTEM
The design of the flue system should ensure that any condensate
formed when operating the appliance from cold, is either retained
and subsequently evaporated, or discharged. Following these
installation instructions should adequately meet this requirement.
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
Other installations are possible.
A
A. Dryer E. Clamps
B. Elbow F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
C. Wall G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows
D. Exhaust hood H. Exhaust outlet
Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best
for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown.
Refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
Over-The-Top installation (also available with one offset elbow)
Periscope installation
B
C
D
E
F
G
B
H