Connecting the dryer to house vent
Rigid metal transition duct
• For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct is
recommended.
• Rigid metal transition ducts reduce the risk of crushing or
kinking.
Flexible metal transition duct
(semi-rigid)
• For best drying performance, a rigid metal transition duct is
recommended.
• Rigid metal transition ducts reduce the risk of crushing or
(semi-rigid) ducting can be used (Kit WX08X10077).
other enclosed spaces.
• For many applications, installing elbows at both the dryer and
the wall is highly recommended. Elbows allow the dryer to sit
close to the wall without kinking or crushing the transition
duct, maximizing dryer performance. Avoid resting the duct
on sharp objects.
• In special installations, it may be necessary to connect the
ducting cannot be used AND where a 4" diameter can be
maintained throughout the entire length of the transition
duct.
standards can be used.
(2.4m). Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
• For best performance:
1. Slide one end of the duct over the clothes dryer
outlet pipe.
2. Secure the duct with a clamp.
3. With the dryer in its permanent position, extend the
duct to its full length. Allow 2" of duct to overlap the
4. Secure the duct to the exhaust pipe with the
other clamp.
Installation instructions
only in
C
H
C
H
Do not use
excessive
C
H
exhaust
length
19
Do
Elbow highly
recommended
C
H
Don't
Do not place
appliance on
Do not
place
appliance
exhaust