Whirlpool 3LWED4900YW User manual

DRYER SAFETY

Please contact the machine's owner for proper service and repairs

if the product appears damaged or defective.

Adjustable wrench that opens

to 25mm (1") or hex-head

socket wrench (for adjusting

dryer feet)

6,2 mm (1/4") nut driver

Utility knife

Level

Tape measure

Pliers Vent clamps

Flat-blade screwdriver Wire stripper

(direct wire installations) Tin snips

(new vent installations)

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts:

Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.

DRYER DISPOSAL

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Putty knife

Tools needed for Gas installations:

204 mm (8") or 254 mm (10")

pipe wrench Pipe joint compound

resistant to LP gas

Caulking gun and

compound (for installing

new exhaust vent)

Parts package is located in dryer drum. Check that all parts

are included.

Parts supplied (all models):

Leveling legs (4)

Parts needed: (not supplied with dryer)

■Electric cord and plug*

■Vent clamps

■Vent elbows and ductwork

* For Electric Dryer only. Gas Dryers come with electric cord and

plug already installed.

For gas installation:

Check local codes and gas supplier, and read electrical, gas, and

venting requirements before purchasing parts.

Gas supply line must have:

■Shutoff valve

Rigid gas supply line must be:

■Minimum 12.5 mm (1/2") ID pipe

Flexible gas supply line must be:

■Minimum 10 mm (3/8") ID approved exible hose

L.P. Gas Conversion:

Gas conversion kit is available for purchase from your dealer. Full

instructions are supplied with the kit. Conversion must be made

by a competent technician.

Additional parts may be required, depending on your installation.

Check local codes. Check existing venting and electrical and gas

supply. Read “Electrical Requirements,” "Gas Requirements,"

and “Venting Requirements” before purchasing parts.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Select proper location for your dryer to improve performance

and minimize noise. Check code requirements. Some codes limit,

or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets,

mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building

inspector.

You will need:

■A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. The

dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See “Venting

Requirements.”

■An earthed electrical outlet located within 610 mm (2 ft) of

either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”

■A oor that will support the dryer and a total weight (dryer

and load) of 90,7 kg (200 lbs). The combined weight of a

companion appliance should also be considered.

■A level oor with maximum slope of 25 mm (1") under entire

dryer. If slope is greater than 25 mm (1"), install Extended

Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 279810. Clothes may not tumble

properly and models with automatic sensor cycles may not

operate correctly if dryer is not level.

■It is important to make sure the room has an adequate air

supply for drying operation. The operation of this appliance

may affect the operation of other appliances which take their

air supply for safe combustion from the same room.

■Adequate ventilation must be provided to avoid a backow

of gases into the room from appliances burning other

fuels, including open res. If in doubt consult the appliance

manufacturers.

IMPORTANT: The dryer must not be installed or stored in an

area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather. Do not

operate your dryer at temperatures below 7°C (45°F). At lower

temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an

automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.

Proper installation is your responsibility.

Installation clearances:

For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of

installation and servicing; spacing for companion appliances and

clearances for walls, doors, and oor moldings. Space must be

large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing on all sides

of dryer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door

is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required.

Dryer Dimensions

Front View:

Side View:

108 mm

(4.5 ")

1/4

260 mm

(10.5 ")

1/4

578 mm

(22.5 ")

3/4

743 mm

(29

1/4

■Dimensions shown are minimum spacings required. Consider

allowing more space for ease of installation, servicing, and

compliance with local codes and ordinances.

■Additional spacing for companion appliances and clearances

for walls, doors, and oor moldings should also be

considered. Add spacing of 25 mm (1") on all sides of dryer

to reduce noise transfer.

■This dryer must not be installed behind a lockable door,

a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side

to that of the dryer.

■The dryer must be exhausted outdoors.

■No other fuel-burning appliance may be installed in the same

closet as the dryer.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

For Electric Dryers Only:

This dryer is supplied without an electric cord and plug. It

must be connected by a qualied electrician to a single-phase

electricity supply at the voltage shown on the dataplate, using

a suitable xed wiring installation in accordance with local and

national wiring regulations.

■A 3-wire circular cord of minimum conductor side of 4 mm2

cross-section area should be used.

■A 30A supply fuse should be used, and a switch with a

minimum contact separation of 3 mm in both poles must be

incorporated into the xed wiring for dryer disconnection. The

dryer should be positioned so that the disconnection switch is

easily accessible to the user.

■A cord clamp bushing is provided on the dryer, and should

be tightened on completion of wiring. The electrical mains

terminals are located behind the small rear access panel

(terminal block cover), and connections should be made in

accordance with the terminal markings. Remember to

replace the terminal access panel (terminal block cover).

100 mm

(4")

279 mm

(11")

359 mm

(14

972 mm

(38

Back View:

356 mm

(14") max.

457 mm

(18")

102 mm

(4")

25 mm

(1")

25 mm

(1")

76 mm

(3")

76 mm

(3")

310 mm

(48" )

155 mm

(24" )

Side View of Side Swing Door:

98 mm

686 mm

(27")

1095 mm

(43

1/8

578 mm

(22

3/4

7/8

489 mm

(19

1/8

356 mm

(14")

743 mm

(29

1/4

108 mm

(4.5 ")

1/4

260 mm

(10.5 ")

1/4

Recessed Area and Closet Installation

This dryer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.

If a closet door or louvered door is installed, the minimum

unobstructed air openings in the top and bottom of the door

are required. For recessed area and closet installations, minimum

clearances can be found on the serial tag on the dryer.

GAS REQUIREMENTS

OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES.

Gas supply:

Check that dryer is equipped with the correct burner for the

particular type of gas supply. Burner information will be found

on the model/serial rating plate in the door well of the dryer. If

this information does not agree with the type of gas available,

see your dealer.

Natural Gas:

This dryer is factory adjusted for use with NATURAL GAS (G20),

and no further adjustment should be required at installation.

L.P. Gas:

This dryer is also certied for use with L.P. (propane or butane)

gases with appropriate conversion. No attempt shall be made to

convert the appliance from the gas specied on the model/serial

rating plate for use with a different gas without consulting the

serving gas supplier.

Conversion must be done by a qualied service technician.

Gas conversion kits are available for purchase from your dealer.

Full instructions are supplied with the kit.

Supply Line Requirements

Provide a rigid gas supply line to the dryer location. It should be

minimum 12.5 mm (1/2") ID. When acceptable to the gas supplier

and local codes, 10 mm (3/8") ID rigid supply line may be used

for lengths under 6.1 m (20'). Pipe-joint compounds resistant to

the action of L.P. gas must be used.

For Both Gas and Electric Dryers:

NOTE: In accordance with the European EMC Directive

(89/336/EEC) the maximum electricity supply system impedance

to which the electric dryer should be connected is declared to be

0.29 Ohm + J0.18 Ohm.

This dryer has a Maximum power absorption/usage of 4700 watts.

If code permits and an additional earth bond wire is used, it is

recommended that certied electrician determine that the earth

bond path is adequate.

Electrical Safety Standards: The manufacturer has chosen

compliance with IEC/EN.60335 standards as the most

appropriate for this product.

Do not use an adapter.

Recommended Earthing Method

■It is your responsibility to contact a qualied electrical installer

to ensure that the electrical installation is adequate and in

conformance with all local codes and ordinances.

VENTING REQUIREMENTS

Prepare dryer for leveling legs

To avoid damaging oor, use a large at piece of cardboard

from dryer carton; place under entire back edge of dryer.

Firmly grasp dryer body (not console panel) and gently lay

dryer down on cardboard.

Screw in leveling legs

diamond

arking

Examine leveling legs, nd diamond marking. Screw legs into

leg holes by hand, use a wrench to nish 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 nal location. Leave enough room for electrical

connection and to connect the exhaust vent.

INSTALL LEVELING LEGS

Gas connection to the dryer itself should be made by means of

a exible gas hose suitable for the appliance and gas category

in accordance with national installation regulations. If in doubt,

contact the gas supplier. It should be minimum 10 mm (3/8") ID.

A means of restraint should be used between the appliance and

the wall to prevent straining of the rigid gas supply when the

appliance is moved. An appropriate length of chain and a wall

hook is recommended.

The dryer gas inlet connection is a 10 mm (3/8") NPT thread. An

adapter is supplied for conversion to standard ISO.228-1 thread

10 mm (3/8" BSP).

Check for leaks by using an approved noncorrosive leak

detection solution. Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leak

found. A pressure measurement tapping is provided on the gas

valve within the dryer, accessible after removal of the lower front

panel.

Gas supply pressure testing

The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping

system during any pressure testing of that system.

WARNING:

• To reduce the risk of re or suffocation, this dryer MUST BE

EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

ADDITIONAL WARNING for Gas Dryers:

• Forced ventilation of fresh air is required. The room

containing the dryer must have an adequate air supply for gas

combustion and drying operation. A window or equivalent

means of ventilation must be opened in the room when the

dryer is in use (an equivalent form of opening includes an

adjustable louver, hinged panel, or other means of ventilation

that opens directly to outside air).

• If exhaust is connected to a commonly used exhaust system,

it is necessary to install ap valves or alternative adequate

countermeasures at each connection to prevent back ow of

dryer exhaust.

• Exhaust air must not be connected to an exhaust channel of a

furnace.

IMPORTANT: The design of the ue system should ensure that

any condensate formed when operating the appliance is either

retained or subsequently evaporated or discharged. Following

these installation instructions should adequately meet this

requirement.

IMPORTANT: 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 exible metal vent shall be used for

exhausting.

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

may be used. Do not install metal vent that is smaller than

102 mm (4") in diameter.

■Do not use plastic, non-metal, or metal foil vent

Rigid metal vent

■Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid

crushing and kinking.

Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean)

■Must be fully extended and supported in nal dryer location.

■Remove excess exible metal vent to avoid sagging

and kinking that may result in reduced airow and poor

performance.

■Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or oors.

■The total length should not exceed 2.4 m (7 3/4ft.).

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 exible metal vents. Review "Vent System Chart" and

if necessary, modify existing vent system to achieve best drying

performance.

Elbows:

■45° elbows provide better airow than 90° elbows.

Clamps:

■Use clamps to seal all joints.

■Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws

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 “Assistance or Service” section in your “Use and

Care Guide.”

PLAN VENT SYSTEM

The design of the ue 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. Dryer

B. Elbow

C. Wall

D. Exhaust hood

E. Clamps

F. Rigid metal or exible metal vent

G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows

H. Exhaust outlet

Louvered Hood

Angled Hood

Box Hood

102 mm

(

)

BetterGood

Exhaust hoods:

Recommended Styles:

Acceptable Style:

■An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and

insects from entering the home.

■Exhaust hood must be at least 305 mm (12") from the ground

or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as

owers, rocks, bushes, or snow line, etc.).

■Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.

Optional exhaust installations (on some models)

This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side,

left side, or through the bottom. If you prefer, you may

contact your local dealer to have the dryer converted.

A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation

B. Left or right side exhaust installation

C. Bottom exhaust installation

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

Determine vent path:

■Select route that will provide straightest and most direct

path outdoors.

■Plan installation to use fewest number of elbows and turns.

See “Venting Requirements.”

■When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room

as possible.

■Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.

■Use as few 90° turns as possible.

Determine vent length and elbows needed for best

drying performance:

■Use following Vent System Chart to determine type of vent

material and hood combinations acceptable to use.

NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specied

in Vent System Chart. Exhaust systems longer than those

specied will:

■Shorten life of dryer.

■Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times

and increased energy usage.

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