[. . . ] Exhaust outlet hood must be at least 12" (30. 5 cm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust. 33 ¼" (84. 45 cm) 23³⁄₈ " (59. 37 cm) * Most installations require a minimum 5 -1/2" (14. 0 cm) clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbows. CUSTOM UNDERCOUNTER, RECESSED AREA AND CLOSET INSTALLATION Custom undercounter installation - Dryer only 0" (0 cm) 33¹⁄₄" min. [. . . ] • 4" (10. 2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used. Rigid metal vent • For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are recommended. • Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and kinking. 0" (0 cm) 23³⁄₈" (59. 37 cm) 0" (0 cm) 4" 10. 2 cm Recessed or closet installation - Dryer only 14" (35. 6 cm) 48 in. 2 (310 cm 2) 18"(45. 7cm) 3" (7. 6 cm) 4" (10. 2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent Flexible metal vent • Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for cleaning. Box hood style The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable. 4" (10. 2 cm) WASHER 24 in. 2 (155 cm 2) 3" (7. 6 cm) 2½" (6. 4 cm) 0" (0 cm) 0" (0 cm) 1" (2. 5 cm) A B C A. Closet door with vents Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. • An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and insects from entering the home. • Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30. 5 cm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc. ). [. . . ] • Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch. Dimensions are for planning purposes only. [. . . ]