[. . . ] capacity washer) or 1½" (38 mm) (to match height of 3. 8 cu. [. . . ] See “Venting Requirements. ” Installation spacing for recessed area or closet The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed. ■■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. moldings. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and floor ■■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS Gas supply: This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. Exhaust systems longer than those specified will: ■■ Shorten life of dryer. ■■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage. Louvered Hood Box Hood The “Vent System Chart” provides venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance. Acceptable Style: Number of 90° turns or elbows 0 Angled Hood 1 2 3 4 Vent System Chart Type of vent Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Rigid metal Box/louvered hoods 64 ft. (6. 4 m) Determine vent path: ■■ Select route that will provide straightest and most direct path outdoors. ■■ Plan installation to use fewest number of elbows and turns. [. . . ] (21. 3 m) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Dimensions are for planning purposes only. [. . . ]