Dryer Venting Requirements - Maytag MLE20PD Instrucciones De Instalación

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
In Australia and New Zealand, refer to AS/NZS 5601.1 – Gas
Installations.
Following these venting requirements will minimise ducting air
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noise.
Adequate ventilation has to be provided to avoid the backflow
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of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels,
including open fires (i.e. available airflow into the room should
match airflow out from the room).
Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
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chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space
of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall be used for
exhausting.
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
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102 mm (4") Heavy, Metal Exhaust Vent
Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy, metal exhaust vent and clamps may
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be used.
Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
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Rigid metal vent:
Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid
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crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent: (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 result in
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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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An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and
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insects from entering the building.
NOTE: 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.
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DRYER VENTING REQUIREMENTS

102 mm
(4")
3 ⁄ ft. (2.4 m).
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Elbows:
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
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Good
Plan installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns.
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Allow as much room as possible when using elbows or making
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turns. Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.
Vent outlet is located at the center of the bottom dryer back.
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The vent can be routed up, down, left, right, behind the dryer,
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or straight out the back of the dryer.
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.
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.
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