Haier GDZ22-2 Clothes Dryer User Manual
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1. Electric Dryer User Manual Model IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warning To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following 1 Read all instructions before using the appliance 2 Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode 3 Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children 4 Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded remove the door to the drying compartment 5 Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving 6 Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to water And or to the weather 7 Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have skills to carry out 8 Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product 9 Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similary textured rubber like materials 10 Clean lint screen before or after each load 11 K2. elf no Start Pause button is pressed in 5 min after powering on it automatically cuts off power and returns to off status e t returns to off status immediately upon end of a cycle Whatever status the computer board is start pause alarm etc Pressing Power On Off button will stop all operations and it enters off status Various button initial status for Normal program Cycle Signal Softer Wrinkle Care Off Cycles Normal Nixie display Indicate current program remaining time Temp High Dryness Level More Dry Timed Cycles Auto program 2 Press Cycles button to select a suitable full automatic cycle The Normal program will be automatically selected after powering on If other full automatic program is desired press Auto program Selection button until corresponding indicator turns on Customer Normal Heavy Duty e Initial status of various buttons when setting Auto program Selection Cycles Normal Heavy Duty Cotton Delicate Casual Bulky Items Wrinkle Care To be used together with reserve function off if reserve is disabled Cycle Signal Softer Delay Start Indicate current selected program remaining time Timed Cycles Auto Dry Temp High High High Low Middle Middle Dryness Level More Dry Notes If Customer is selected various buttons will indicate previous conditions set by the user e Custo
3. linch 2 54 cm Installation in Recess or Closet A dryer installed in a bedroom bathroom recess or closet must be exhausted outdoors e Your dryer needs the space around it for proper ventilation e A minimum of 120 square inches 774 2 square cm of opening equally divided at the top and bottom of the door is required Air openings are required to be unobstructed when a door is installed A louvered door with equivalent air openings for the full length of the door is acceptable DIMENSIONS 4 50 3 5 gt 128 5 cm 1 I i i E i 4 68 6cm gt i 1 I I C ELECTRIC RI CONNECTION 1312 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 34 3cm i 1 1 1 DOOR OPEN 90 28 4 71 2cm gt 3 1 4 8 3cm REAR VIEW SIDE VIEW 19 Installation in Mobile Home Dryer must be exhausted outside outdoors not beneath the mobile home using metal ducting that will not support combustion Metal ducting must be 4 inches 10 16 cm in diameter with no obstructions Rigid metal duct is preferred e If dryer is exhausted through the floor and area beneath the mobile hore is enclosed the exhaust system must terminate outside the enclosure with the termination securely fastened to the mobile horne structure Refer to previous pages for other important venting requirements e Installation must conform to current Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standard Corre
4. start drying program automatically sets as disabled When you desire a drying cycle ends at a delay time press Delay Start button to set delay start drying program After initial pressing the nixie display indicates 3 hrs which will be increased until 24 hrs by an increment 1 hr with every pressing Press again will display drying time Here if press again it will repeat from 3 hrs If keep pressed for 1 5 s nixie display will increase continuously e When Delay Start is enabled your selected program indicator turns off while Delay Start indicator and remaining reservation time indication turn on During reserved period pressing Delay Start button can indicate reserve status e To change operating program or cancel delay you should cut off the supply and re select 7 Press Wrinkle Care button to select wrinkle proof drying mode e Wrinkle Care automatically sets Off upon powering on Press Wrinkle Care button it sets wrinkle Care drying mode e Notes Wrinkle Care function is provided to match Delay Start program When a Delay Start drying cycle ends clothes remained in hot drum is prone to creasing Wrinkle Care function operates in tumbling clothes by intermittently rotating drum to avoid clothes wrinkling 8 Press Start Pause button e f starting the machine firstly close the front door and then press this button e If pause is needed during machine operating press this button Pressing again will resum
5. Fabrics prone to falling lint and those prone to adhering lint shall be separately dried Clothes prone to falling lint shall be turned inside out before putting into the dryer Make sure buttons and ornaments on the clothes are high temperature resistant and won t damage drum surface Before loading the clothes shall have their zippers zipped up buttons and hooks done up and belts tied so as to avoid entanglement or other obstacles e f possible turn out the clothes pockets for uniform drying e Check if clothes remain soiled If yes wash it away again otherwise the soils after drying may not be removed permanently e Small articles shall be collected in a mesh bag before loading and drying so as to avoid entanglement and ensure easy to be taken out Make sure power socket is reliably grounded The grounding terminal shall not be connected to gas or tap water pipelines e Make sure exhaust duct has been connected with extension pipe e Make sure lint filter is clean and then assemble it properly If lint filter is not in place tumbling items could enter the exhaust system and cause damage to the dryer Notes It applies to Auto Dry cycle and Timed Dry cycle For Rack Dry cycle remove the lint filter and assemble the drying rack with its rear end slightly downward inclined The assembled status is as shown in the following figure Drying rack NSS PMA AR Drum a N J Load clothes in
6. Rated dry power 4800W Weight about 55 kg Dimension L712mm W 86rnm H1115mm
7. beforeand after every use e Do not overload the dryer e Balance the dryer load evenly Throughout the dryer for the best results e Drying time depends on many variables load size type of fabric and moisture in it heat and moisture in the room electric voltage length of the venting duct etc e Always follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the garment man ufacturer 12 Care and Cleaning Guide e Lint filter needs to be cleaned before and after each use for your unit to Operate at optimum efficiency The filter can be slid out by pulling on The tab located on the inside of the dryer door The filter may be Washed or vacuumed Remove the excess water from the filter by Gently shaking the filter This will remove dust and particles trapped in The filter Lint build up in screen restricts airflow which causes longer Drying times After cleaning slide the filter back in place DO NOT USE YOUR DRYER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER lint filter Do not use any type of spray cleaner when cleaning the interior Hazardous fumesor Electric shock could occur If dyer drum becomes stained clean the drum with a dampcloth Removeany residue befoe drying the next load e Clean cabinet with mild soap and water Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners this could damage the dryer e Clean the duct and theventon a regular basis to avoid clogging which could affect the efficiency of the dryer 13 Troubleshooting Dryer does no
8. ct DO Correc Incorrect 20 Electrical Connections Requirements and Instructions WARNING A The following are specific requirements for proper and safe electrical installation of your dryer Failure to follow these instructions can create electrical shock and or fire hazard 21 This appliance must be properly grounded Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded Follow the instructions in this manual for proper grounding Do not use an extension cord with this dryer Some extension cords are not designed to withstand the amounts of electrical current this dryer utilizes and can melt creating electric shock and or fire hazard Locate the dryer within reach of the receptacle for the length of power cable to be purchased allowing some slack in the cord Refer to the electrical requirements in this manual for the proper power cord to be purchased A approve strain relief must be installed onto power cable If the the strain relief is not attached the cord can be pulled out of the dryer and can be cut by any movement of the cord resulting in electrical shock Do not use an aluminum wire receptacle with copper wired power cord and plug or vice versa A chemical reaction occurs between copper and aluminum and can cause electrical shorts The proper wiring and receptacle is a copper wired power cord with a copper wired receptacle Danger Improper connection of
9. e e If no delay the delay start indicator is off and remaining time indicator is on The nixie display indicates remaining time of non reserved program e f setting Delay Start in standby status the nixie display indicates 3 hr which will increase by 1 hr with each pressing until 24 and return to 3 If keep pressed for 1 5 s nixie display indicated value will increase continuously Temp Button 9 Used to set drying temperature There are 4 available drying temperatures High Medium Low and Air only no heat Dryness Level Button 10 Used to set drying time of auto programs If no auto program is selected pressing the button is inactive and will get alarms Status lights 11 e Status lights give notification of which part of the cycle the machine is in Nixie display 12 Indicate remaining time min during cycle operation Indicate remaining reserved time hr during reservation Note if door opened during cycle running displays E2 and alarms Understanding the Function Light Indicator e The function display light indicates selected feature is ON or the cycle is about to begin During the dry cycle flashing light indicates current running program e Rapidly flashing light indicates that the dryer is not operating properly Preparations before drying Group the clothes of the same kind cotton chemical fibres woolen to dry e Dark and light colored clothes shall be separately dried
10. e operation Timed Dry cycle Dry More Dry Cool down Cycle completed High Extend tumble Medii Low Air Only No Heat Less Dry Dryness Level Rack dry On Louder Start Auto Dry Softer Pause Timed Dry m QO O0 1 Press Power On Off button to power on 2 Press Timed Cycles button and select Timed Dry cycle e After powering on press Timed Cycle button to select Timed Dry program 3 Press More Time And Less Time buttons to set a suitable time e After setting Timed Cycle to Timed Dry you can press these two buttons to increase or decrease drying time as you desires 4 7 Press buttons Temp Cycle Signal Delay Start and Wrinkle Care to define your desired program e Notes For Timed Dry program use of buttons Temp Cycle Signal Delay Start and Wrinkle Care is the same as for auto programs Dryness Level is here inactive pressing of which will get alarms 8 Press Start Pause button Rack Dry cycle m EA Dy More Dry Time On Q Cool down QoS i Cycle completed High Louder Medium Customer Extend tumble Auto Dry Softer Low Timed Dry Air Only No Heat Less Dry Dryness Level Rack dry 1 Press Power On Off button to power on 2 Press Timed Cycles button and select Rack Dry cycle e After powering on press Timed Cycle button to select Rack Dry program 3 Press More Time And Le
11. eep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint dust and dirt 12 The interior of the appliance and the exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel 13 Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire 14 If material has been used with any flammable liquids or solids it should not be used in the dryer until all traces of the flammable liquids and its fumes have been removed 15 The tumble dryer is not be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning 16 This dryer must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used See grounding instructions in the installation section 17 Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of electric shock and fire Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded 18 Use the dryer only for its intended purpose drying clothes 19 Always disconnect dryer from electrical supply before attempting any service Disconnet power cord by grasping the plug not the cora 20 Replace worn power cords and or loose plugs 21 To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire do not use extension cords or adapters to connect dryer to electrical power source 22 Exhaust air must not be disc
12. harged into a flue which is used for exhaust ing fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels 23 There has to be adequate ventilation to avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels including open fires when operating the tumble dryer 24 The appliance 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 tumble dryer 25 A Waming Hot surface SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For Future Use DANGER Risk of child entrapment Before you throw away your old dryer take off the door so that children may not easily get trapped inside WARNING A As dry cleaning solvents gasoline vegetable and cooking oils are highly hazardous materials items soaked in or spotted with such should not be used in the dryer Items may still contain a substantial amount of the hazardous material after being washed When such items are exposed to heat they could ingnite As clothes are stacked and piled up in the dryer the heat cannot escape Due to this items become hot enought to possibly ignite Washing in hot water with extra detergent would reduce but not eliminate the risk of fire Tables Of Contents PAGE Safety InstTUCTIOFS xs eee pna tick per rer Era e PERO ERR EXER XAR Aa iaa OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS sss 4 Understanding the Control PANG eene 4 Preparations before arying uuis ees 6 Load clothes into GIVEN iii ls 7 AUTO ID EVO
13. iia ia toa oda HERE YE 7 Timed Dry o0 iron rr rr rr rr 10 o edBl Zoe cas cas A 10 ONES FSQUUISS voor EET 11 Normal Operating Sound ane ce cree eb ca 12 ore EEUU EET 12 Care and Cleaning Guid Serratia oc eras da rd ter pere Hie adn e 13 MOUDIESHOOMM GO pr eee acs E EEE A a tandinn 14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS stein rr or Fn eb rng etri e nae 15 Tools and Materidls Recduitec 32 rites rite a ertt bass 15 Electrical Requirements seem 15 Unpacking Your DNS risana cei er AY TCU dead S Fc CHEER LEER EAR 15 Exhaust System CONNECTIONS miii enne n e ena 16 Requirements and Instructions eee mnn 16 Den jeLc m 17 Location of Your DIVE live iecit cta pce rco Ra Cette Lo b rcd e D t C VC 19 Installation in Mobile Home woo 20 Electrical Connections ca eie cert ke Fe ete Tra 2 Requirements and Instructions eem 21 3 Wire Cord CONNECTIONS vei set dti scri Qe dl Fete nents re Fi baked 22 SPECIIC A MON I ETHIC 23 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Understanding the Control Panel Dry Cool down Cycle completed Extend tumble Power On Off Button 1 Press the button once to operate the dryer Press the button once again to turn the dryer OFF Start Pause Button 2 Press this button once to start the dry process Press this button once again to pause the activity during the dry cycle Wrinkle Care Button 3 Used to select wrinkle proof function Automatically set as off after powering o
14. mer function is a program designed to facilitate user s operation It can memorize programs defined by user himself and display the previous program upon next application of this function Use details are as follows After powering on press Cycles until Customer status then set Cycles to Timed Dry or Rack Dry and set status of other buttons Press Start Pause button or after half a minute the program defined by user himself will be stored and will be directly displayed upon next use Notes Pressing Dryness Level button will be inactive during use of Customer function 3 Press Dryness Level button to select a suitable drying time e After powering on the clothes dryer automatically sets dryness at More Dr y which means the normal drying time If other drying time is desired press Dryness Level button to select a shorter time 4 Press Temp button to set a suitable drying temperature e After switching on the dryer sets corresponding temperature adapting to different program selected If other drying temperature is wanted press Temp button to enable such a selection 5 Press Cycle Signal button you will be reminded up upon end of a cycle e After switching on the dryer automatically sets buzzer at Softer while the user may define three prompt sound conditions Louder Softer and Off 6 Press Delay Start button to select a suitable reserved drying program e After powering on the dryer delay
15. n This function is used together with delay start function Cycle Signal Button 4 Used to select buzzing volume or turn off the buzzer Timed Cycles Button 5 e Timed Cycles button will let you select your desired dry mode Auto Dry automatically set Dryness Level Temp Cycle Signal Wrinkle Care buttons status according to clothes loaded Timed Dry you can set status of Temp Cycle Signal and Wrinkle Care buttons and ary time with More Time and Less Time buttons by yourself Rack Dry the program used to dry article like sport shoes More Time amp Less Time Button 6 e Set time from 0 to 180 minute when Timed Dry or Rack Dry cycle selected Cycles Button 7 e Cycle button will let you select your desired dry cycles For your convenience there are seven fabric care dry cycles programmed in this mode Customer Normal Heavy Duty Cotton Delicate Casual and Bulky Items Custorner The drying program defined by user himself and stored Normal Normal drying Heavy Duty Big clothes drying like jeans Cotton Special drying for cotton clothes Delicate Drying small quantity clothes Casual Drying underwear or clothes requiring smoothness Bulky Items Drying bulky clothing Delay Start Button 8 e This convenient feature lets you delay the start of the dry cycle between 3 to 24 hours Press the Delay Start to choose the number of hours you want to delay the start of the cycl
16. onnected to a ground metal instruction permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance 22 can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded A WARNING improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor Caution Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper operation and be dangerous Check unit for proper operation after servicing A Warning Discard or destroy the carton and plastic bags after the dryer is unpacked Children should not be allowed to use them to play with Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads or plastic sheets can become an airtight chamber and cause suffocation leading to death Make all packing materials inaccessible to children A Warning The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this dryer can not cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Good safety practice and caution must be applied when installing operating and maintaining any appliances After installing if you are in doubt call a qualified electrician to install and wire the dryer Specifications Model GDZ22 2 Rated voltage frequency 220V 50Hz Rated dry capacity 10 kg
17. oor unevenness should be corrected with the leveling legs located on the bottom of the dryer Tools and Materials Required Phillips head and flathead screwarivers Channel lock adjustable pliers 1 2 inch open end wrench e Spirit level e Measuring tape 12ft Min Duct tape Rigid or flexible metal 4 inch 10 2 cm duct Vent hood Electrical Requirements Power Supply 3 wire 220V Volt 30 Amp 50Hz 1 Phase Power Supply Cord Kit not supplied when sold The dryer MUST employ a 3 conductor power supply cord NEMA 245IEC 66 450V 750V rated at 220 Volt AC minimum 30 Amp with 3 open end spade lug connectors with upturned ends or closed loop connectors and marked for use with clothes dryers Unpacking Your Dryer 1 Remove all packaging material This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the dryer accessories inside and outside 2 Inspect and remove any remains of packaging tape or printed materials before using the dryer 15 Exhaust System Connections Requirements and Instructions WARNING PN The following are specific requirements for proper and safe operation of your dryer Failure to follow these instructions can create excessive drying times and fire hazards 1 Do not use plastic flexible duct to exhaustthe dryer Excessive lint can build up inside system and create a fire hazard and restrict air flow Restricted air exhaust flow will increase dryer times If your present s
18. ss Time buttons to set a suitable time e After setting Timed Cycle to Rack Dry you can press these two buttons to increase or decrease drying time as you desires 4 7 Press buttons Temp Cycle Signal Delay Start and Wrinkle Care to define your desired program e Notes For Rack Dry program use of buttons Temp Cycle Signal Delay Start and Wrinkle Care is the same as for auto programs Dryness Level is here inactive pressing of which will get alarms 8 Press Start Pause button Other Features Your dryer also has the following features for your convenience Lint Filter e All dryers come with a lint filter that needs to be cleaned before or after every Use read Care and Cleaning Guide Section Leveling Legs e Your dryer has four leveling legs which are located in the front and rear corners of your dryer After installingyour dryer in its final position you can level your dryer e Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to raise your dryer or by turning them counterclockwise to lower your dryer 11 Normal Operating Sounds The following sounds are normally heard during the operation of the dryer eTumbling sounds This is normal as the heavy wet clothes in the dryer are continuously being tossed around Air rushing noise This happens as the dryer drum spins at very high RPM and the air is rushing through the dryer drum Tips e For bestdrying results cleanthe lint filter
19. t operate Check if unit is plugged in The plug may have come loose Check if the electrical wall socket is the correct voltage Check if the circuit breaker needs to be reset or if the fuse needs to be replaced Check if the unit is in Off mode Press Power On Off button again e Check if door is open or not in place Open and close the door slightly and make sure in place Dryer is working but not drying the clothes Unit may be over loaded The dryer drum should only be half full e Check exhause ducts and vent Vent should be free of all obstructions Duct should be lint and dust free Ducts should be cleaned regularly e Dryer load needs to be resorted Heavy clothes may need to be separated from regular clothes e Bulky clothes may require repositioning e If clothes dry unevenly a higher dry setting may be required or clothes in the dryer may need to be resorted Dryer making noise when drying Coins loose change buttons and other heavy objects could make noise e Dryer may need to be leveled properly Read OPERATING INSTRUCTION Normal Operating Sounds Static Caused by over drying Adjust for shorter drying time Mixed with synthetic fabric Sort and separate different fabrics e Use a fabric softener 14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Select a suitable location for the dryer on a hard even surface away from direct sunlight or heat source e g radiators baseboard heaters cooking appliances etc Any fl
20. the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded 3 Wire Cord Connections G i N fu Ll t tighten nut E ny to these threads e Strain relief mounting bracket 1 Remove the screws securing the terminal block access cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of the dryer in the upper corner 2 Install a strain relief into the power cord entry hole of the mounting bracket Finger tighten the nut only at this time 3 Thread a 30 Amp Power cord 245 IEC66 YCW 450V 750V through the strain relief 4 Attach the power cable earthconductor to the silver coloured centre terminal on the terminal block Tighten The screw securely 5 Attach the remaining two power cable outer conductors to the outer silver coloured terminals on the terminal block Tighten both screws securely Warning Do not make a sharp bend or crimp wiring conductor at connections 6 Reattach the strain relief mounting bracket to the back of the dryer with two screws Tighten screws securely 7 Tighten the screws securing the cable restraint firmly against the power cable 8 Tighten the tension relief nut securely so that the tension relief does not turn 9 Reinstall the terminal block cover Grounding This appliances must be c
21. to dryer Auto Dry cycle and Timed Dry cycle The appropriate load shall be 1 3 1 2 of the drum volume Avoid too much load for a certain space is needed to allow clothes free rotation for uniform and wrinkle proof drying e When drying big articles only 2 3 pieces shall be loaded at a time and supplemented with middle and small articles For elaborate clothes or less load two towels without lint falling may be added to get better drying and wrinkle proof effects Do not excessively dry clothes to avoid wrinkles shrinkage roughness electrostatic charges accumulation and more lint Rack Dry cycle e This program is designed specially for articles like sport shoes During drying please make sure the clothes reliably stay on the rack with no risk of entangling the agitation blade while drum is rotating Note If drying rack is not in place rolling inner tub could collid with drying rack and causes damage to the dryer and drying rack Auto Dry cycle ive Renal Cycle completed Extend tumble Dry Cool down Medium Customer Auto Dry Timed Dry Rack dry Timed Cycles More Time Power More Dry ime Onor wor High Delay Less Time fart Low Less Dry Air Only No Heat 1 Press Power On Off button to power on e Turn on the power switch the computer board beeps once and the dryer transfers from off status to the initial operating status Normal program
22. tored If the dryer is installed in a garage it must be minimum of 18 inches 45 7 cm above the floor Failure to do so can result in death explosion fire or burns 16 Materials Use only 4 inch 10 2 cm diameter minimum rigid or flexible metal duct and approved vent hood which has a swing out damper cover open when the dryer is in operation When the dryer stops the dampers automatically close to prevent drafts and the entrance of insects and rodents To avoid restricting the outlet maintain a minimum of 12 inches 30 5 cm clearance between the vent hood and the ground or any other obstruction The vent flap should be able to move freely MAXIMUM EXHAUST LENGTH Numb VENT HOOD TYPE Umen preferred Louvered gt 27 4 7 3E 6 35 cm 28ft 8 53 m 16ft 4 87 m Flexible Metal Duct VENT HOOD TYPE Number preferred of 90 m gt 27 4 elbows TES 6 35 cm o 30 9 14 m 18ft 5 49 m NA 22 6 71 m 14h 4 27 m 14ft 4 27 m 10ft 3 05 m Louvered INCORRECT CORRECT LIED INSTALL MALE FITTINGS IN THE CORRECT DIRECTION After installation is completed the following method must be used to determine if the exhaust system is acceptable 1 Connect an inclined or digital manometer between the dryer and the point the exhaust system connects to the dryer 2 Set the dryer cycle and temperature to cool do
23. wn and start the dryer 3 Read the measurement on the manometer 4 The systern back pressure must not be higher than 0 75 inches of water column If the system back pressure is less than 0 75 inches of water column the system is acceptable If the manometer reading is higher than 0 75 inches of water column the system is too restrictive and the installation is unacceptable Although vertical orientation of the exhaust system is acceptable certain extenuating circumstances could affect the performance of the dryer 1 Only the rigid metal duct work should be used 2 Venting vertically through a roof may expose the exhaust system to down drafts causing an increase in vent restriction 3 Running the exhaust system through an area not insulated may cause condensation and faster accumulation of lint 4 Compression or crimping of the exhaust system will cause an increase in vent restriction The exhaust system should be inspected and cleaned a minimum of every 18 months with normal usage The more the dryer is used the more often you should check the exhaust system and vent hood for proper operation 18 Location of Your Dryer Do Not Install Your Dryer n an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions e In an area where it will come in contact with curtains thick carpet or anything that will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air On carpet Floor must be solid with a maximum slope of
24. ystem is made up of plastic duct or metal foil duct replace it with a rigid or flexible metal duct Ensure present duct is free of any lint prior to installing dryer duct 2 If the dryer is not exhausted out doors some fine lint will be expelled into the laundry area An accumulation of lint in any area of the home can create a health and fire hazard To reduce risk of fire dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS 3 Do not allow combustible material for example clothing draperies curtains paper to come in contact with venting system The dryer must not be exhausted into a chimney a wall a ceiling or any concealed space of a building which can accumulate lint resulting in a fire hazara 4 Exceeding the length of duct pipe or number of elbows allowed in the Maximum Length charts can cause an accumulation of lint in the exhaust system Plugging the system could create a fire hazard as well as increase drying times 5 Do not screen the exhaust ends of the vent system nor use any screws or rivets to assemble the exhaust system Lint can become caught in the screen on the screws or rivets clogging the duct work and creating a fire hazard as well as increasing drying times Use an approved vent hood to terminate the duct out doors and seal all joints with duct tape All male duct pipe fittings must be installed downstream with the flow of air Explosion hazard Do not install the dryer where gasoline or other flammables are kept or s
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