Whirlpool 367 Clothes Dryer User Manual
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1. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent Do not use a plastic vent Do not use a metal foil vent Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire Four inch heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used Dura Safe vent products are recommended Dura Safe vent products can be purchased from your dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts amp Accessories 1 800 442 9991 Mon Fri 8am to 9pm CST Sat 9am to 4 30pm CST Visit our internet site at http www whirlpoolappliances com accessories See Panel C for more information Exhaust hood Do Not use exhaust hoods with magnetic latches Preferred Acceptable Mobile home installations require e Mobile Home Installation Kit Part Number 346764 e Metal exhaust system hardware Floors sloped greater than 1 inch Require Extended Dryer Feet Kit Part No 279810 Available for purchase from your dealer Printed in U S A2. 4 for diver p allow corner yer connection dryer to wall installations Dura Safe and Sure Connect are Trademarks of Whirlpool U S A 18 29 Part 4396011 29 50 Part 4396014 Panel E Venting AWARNING A Your safety and the safety of others is very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This rN symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean ADANGER You will be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions AWARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions All safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed Check that you have everything necessary for correct installation Proper installation is your responsibility Tools needed e 2 Phillips screwdriver e safety glasses e flat blade screwdriver e caulking gun and e adjustable wrench that compound new vent opens to 1 or 1 hex installation head socket wrench for gloves adjusting dryer feet e tin snips new vent e level installations e wire stripper direct wire
3. installations Part No 3979171 2001 Whirlpool Corporation Parts supplied Remove parts package from dryer drum Check that all 4 legs were included 4 leveling legs Parts needed Check local codes and see electrical and venting requirements Panels A and B before purchasing parts Determine if you will need to purchase a power supply cord kit or power supply cable Electrical If using a power supply cord Dryer power supply cord must be e U L listed e 30 ampere e 120 240 volt e Type SRD or SRDT minimum e At least 4 feet long The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends The receptacle must be located within 3 feet of the top back center of the control console Choose this power supply cord If your outlet looks like this 4 wire receptacle 4 wire power supply cord with 14 30R ring or spade terminals and U L listed strain relief 3 wire receptacle 3 wire power supply cord with 10 30R ring or spade terminals and U L listed strain relief If connecting by direct wire Power supply cable must match power supply 4 wire or 3 wire and be e flexible armored or non metallic sheathed copper cable with ground wire All current carrying wires must be insulated See Panels D and E e 10 GAUGE SOLID COPPER WIRE Do not use aluminum e at least 4 feet long Benton Harbor Michigan 49022
4. Care Guide to fully understand your new dryer Select a full heat cycle not the air cycle and start dryer After five minutes open dryer door You should feel heat inside dryer If dryer does not operate properly check the following V electrical supply is connected V house fuse is intact and tight or circuit breaker has not tripped V dryer door is closed V controls are set in a running or On position V start button has been pushed firmly If dryer makes an unusual noise check that the dryer is level For more information or to easily place your order call 1 800 442 9991 To have your venting professionally installed Part 4396028 sections for 0 18 Periscope Use when vent outlets thy overlap or are offset r2 longer runs Sa call Excess length can be trimmed to fit Part 4396037 1 800 253 1301 18 29 and 29 50 Periscope for the nearest Pa authorized service Swivel collar wall connection provider Kit Contains 2 4 vent sections with attached close elbows 1 Wall plate for close clearance installations 2 4 clamps g Sections separate fittings can face same or opposite As easy as 1 2 3 Wall Wall Dryer Dryer Telescoping sections Swivel collar Step 1 Step 2 Clamp one Extend vent elbow vent From over the upward almost top anap vent Extra long section to wall to top of dryer ogetner band clam and one to then push dryer Beveled edges
5. Have questions about your dryer Check your Use and Care Guide for a toll free number to call or call your l nsta l l ati 0 n nstru cti 0 ns dealer The dealer is listed in the Yellow Pages of your phone directory under Appliances Household Major Service and Repair When you call you will need the dryer model number and serial number Both numbers are on the model serial rating plate located in the door well behind the dryer door and on front of opening Record the numbers here for handy reference Model No Serial No Moving dryer to a new location Check with a licensed electrician to confirm that supply voltage at new home matches voltage specified on the model serial rating plate Shut off electrical supply to dryer Unplug power supply cord and tape it securely to dryer Or disconnect power supply cable from dryer Tape top to cabinet Tape door to front panel Electric Dryer Part No 3979171 2 IMPORTANT am o Read and save these instructions way in Installer Leave Installation Instructions with homeowner Homeowner Keep Installation Instructions for future reference For best performance install dryer according to Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard i f before moving it across the floor to Installation Instructions Failure to complete installation prevent damaging floor covering as instructed could void warranty Save In
6. ent must be used Use a heavy metal vent Do Not use plastic or metal foil vent e Do Not use non metal flexible vent or exhaust hoods with magnetic latches e Do Not exhaust dryer into a chimney wall ceiling furnace cold air vent duct concealed space attic or crawl space or any other vent used for venting e Do Not install flexible vent in enclosed walls ceilings or floors Rigid metal vent is recommended to prevent crushing and kinking Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in its final position Remove excess flexible vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced air flow An exhaust hood should cap the exhaust vent to prevent rodents and insects from entering the home Exhaust outlet hood must be at least 12 inches from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust such as flowers rocks or bushes etc If using an existing exhaust system clean lint from entire length of system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal or flexible metal vent Use clamps to seal all joints Do Not use duct tape screws or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the vent to secure vent Mobile home installation requirements If codes permit this appliance is suitable for mobile home installations The installation of the dryer must conform to Manufactured Home Const
7. eparing the wire Three wire with ground wire Bare wire cut short Wire is not used Dryer is grounded A s through direct 3 4 U L listed wire cable strain relief stripped of insulation to disconnect box 10 gauge 3 wire or 10 gauge 3 wire with ground wire Romex Direct wire cable must have four feet of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed Strip 3 1 2 inches of outer covering from end of cable Strip insulation back 1 inch If using 3 wire cable with ground wire cut bare wire even with outer covering Shape ends of wires into a hook Panel D 14 30R Four wire receptacle required for mobile homes 4 Remove center terminal block screw 5 Remove appliance ground wire green with yellow stripes from external ground connector screw Fasten under center 6 Connect the ground wire silver colored terminal block screw bare of the power supply cable to the external ground conductor screw Tighten screw 7 Place the hooked end of the neutral wire white or center of power supply cable under the center screw of terminal block hook facing right Squeeze hook end together Tighten screw 8 Place the hooked ends of th other power supply cable wires under the outer terminal block screws hook facing right Squeeze hooked ends together Tighten screws 9 Tighten strain relief screws 10 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel Secure cover wit
8. exhaust vent must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet and inside the exhaust hood 2 Make sure exhaust vent is secured to exhaust hood m Check levelness of dryer by placing a level on with a 4 clamp top of dryer first side to side then front to back If dryer is not level adjust dryer legs up or down E Check operation N Kits Make Installation Easy Provides 4 1 2 clearance between dryer and wall Snap Lock fittings Total kit length 8 feet Additional vent can be snapped between If legs are not long enough to level dryer order Extended Dryer Feet Kit Part No 279810 sold two legs per kit from your dealer 1 m Check that you V did not skip any steps V installed all parts V properly installed dryer legs V leveled dryer W have secured all exhaust vent joints with 4 clamps V have all the tools you started with 2 Plug power supply cord into grounded outlet or connect direct wire to power supply Turn power supply on Periscopes For Offset Outlets Tight Installations Provides 2 1 2 clearance between dryer and wall Great for closet installations 0 18 18 29 or 29 50 periscopes include one male snap lock fitting one extra long draw band collar and one clamp 0 18 Part 4396037 18 29 Part 4396011 29 50 Part 4396014 4 Move dryer into final position Do not crush or kink exhaust vent Make sure dryer is level 3 Read the Use and
9. h hold down screw 10 30R Three wire receptacle Where local codes permit connecting cabinet ground conductor to neutral wire ia Ay 4 Loosen or remove center terminal block screw 5 Connect the neutral wire white or center of power supply cord to the center silver colored terminal screw of the terminal block Tighten screw 6 Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws Tighten screws 7 Tighten strain relief screws 8 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw Where local codes permit connecting cabinet ground conductor to neutral wire 4 Loosen or remove center terminal block screw 5 Place the hooked end of the neutral wire white or center of power supply cable under the center screw of the terminal block hook facing right Squeeze hooked end together Tighten screw 6 Place the hooked ends of the other power supply cable wires under the outer terminal block screws hook facing right Squeeze hooked ends together Tighten screws 7 Tighten strain relief screws 8 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw DIRECT WIRE OR POWER SUPPLY CORD Where local codes Do Not permit F 5 Remove the appliance connecting cabinet ground conductor to neutral wire ground wire green with yellow stripes from the external ground connector screw Connect a
10. ing harness at the terminal block If local codes do NOT permit this type of connection use Four wire connection instructions GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current If using a power supply cord the plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances If using a direct wire connection this appliance must be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or an equipment ground conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment ground terminal or lead on the appliance WARNING Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Do not modify the power supply cord plug If it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician spade terminals with upturned ends 3 4 U L listed NEUTRAL white strain relief ground prong green a ring terminals Four wire power supply cord at least four feet long must have four No 10 copper wires and match a four wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14 30R The fourth wire ground conductor
11. itional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing Companion Wall door and floor molding may require appliance spacing should also be considered additional spacing Minimum top and bottom air openings for closet door External exhaust elbow requires additional space Q gt lt gt E ectri ca A If codes permit and a separate ground wire is Recommended ground method used it is recommended that a qualified electrician req u l rements determine that the ground path is adequate It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to contact a qualified electrician to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and is in Important Observe all governing codes and conformance with the National Electrical Code ordinances ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition and all local A four wire or three wire single phase 120 240 codes and ordinances volt 60 Hz AC only electrical supply or four wire or three wire 120 208 volt if specified on Copies of the standards listed above may be obtained model serial rating plate is required on a separate from 30 ampere circuit fused on both sides of the line A x National Fire Protection Association time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended Batterymarch Park Quincy Massachusetts 02269 Panel A Exhaust requirements AWARNING Fy Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal ve
12. must be identified with a green cover and the neutral conductor by a white cover Panel C 3 m Connect vent to exhaust hood with 4 clamp Exhaust vent MUST fit inside hood 1 m Put on safety glasses and gloves 2 Install exhaust hood Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood 4 Run exhaust vent to dryer location Use the straightest path possible See Panel B Use clamps to secure vent pieces Tin snips may be needed to cut vent to required length AWARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dryer Failure to do so can result in back or other injury diamond marking 1 m Open dryer door and drying rack if included 3 Start to screw legs into holes by hand Use Wipe drum with damp cloth to remove any dust an adjustable wrench or 1 hex head socket wrench to finish turning legs until you reach the ridge with the diamond marking 2 m Take two cardboard corners from dryer carton and place them on floor in back of dryer Firmly grasp body of dryer and gently lay it on its back on the cardboard corners 4 Stand dryer up on cardboard or hardboard Power supply cord Direct wire amp WARNING amp WARNING Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire Use a UL approved strain relief Disconnect power before making electrical connections Connect neutral wire white or center wire to center terminal sil
13. nt Do not use a plastic vent Do not use a metal foil vent Failure to do so can result in death or fire Important Observe all governing codes and ordinances It is recommended that you exhaust your dryer to the outside for best performance Moisture and lint indoors may cause e Lint to gather around the dryer where it can be fuel for a fire e Moisture damage to woodwork furniture paint wallpaper carpet etc e Housecleaning problems and health problems Plan the exhaust vent installation Route the vent The exhaust outlet is located at the center of the rear of the dryer The exhaust vent can be routed up down left right or straight out the back of the dryer See Recessed area closet installation section Panel A for general space requirements Typical installations exhaust from the rear of the dryer straight back This dryer may be converted to exhaust out the right or left side or through the bottom To convert the dryer the following kits are available from your dealer Exhaust Kit No 279818 white Exhaust Kit No 279819 almond Exhaust Kit No 279925 biscuit Exhaust Kit No 279969 silver Typical installations for left or right side exhausting Typical installations for bottom f exhausting Panel B Dura Safe venting products are recommended and are available from your dealer Four inch diameter v
14. of elbows you will need 3 In the column listing the type of metal vent you are using rigid or flexible find the maximum length of metal vent on the same line as the number of elbows 4 Determine the number of 4 clamps you will need Preferred When you have a 4 hood Maximum length of 4 diameter metal vent Number of Rigid Flexible 90 elbows fully extended 0 64 ft 36 ft 54 ft 31 ft 44 ft 27 ft 1 2 3 4 Acceptable af 21 2 When you have a 2 1 2 hood Maximum length of 4 diameter metal vent Number of Rigid Flexible 90 elbows fully extended 0 58 ft 28 ft 48 ft 23 ft 38 ft 19 ft 29 ft 17 ft 21 ft 15 ft The maximum length using a 2 x 6 rectangular vent with 2 elbows and a 2 1 2 exhaust hood is 8 ft For exhaust systems not covered by exhaust vent length charts such as multiple unit hookups plenums and power assist fans see Service Manual Part No 603197 To purchase the Service Manual see your Use and Care Guide for a toll free telephone number art installation If installing washer and dryer install dryer first A Install vent system new P r DRYER ONTO Z CARDBOARD OR s HARDBOARD BEFORE a MOVING ACROSS FLOOR TO PREVENT FLOOR DAMAGE C Electrical connection This dryer is manufactured with the cabinet ground conductor connected to the NEUTRAL center of the wir
15. ppliance ground wire and the neutral wire white or center of the power supply cord cable under the center silver colored terminal block screw Tighten screw 4 Remove center terminal block screw Three wire power supply cord must be four feet long and have three No 10 copper wires and match a three wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10 30R 6 Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws Tighten screws Direct wire power supply cable must be prepared as shown in Preparing the wire of the three wire connection direct wire steps above 7 Tighten strain relief screws 8 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw 9 Connect a separate copper ground wire y from the external ground connector screw to an adequate ground Dryer must be level to reduce noise and assure proper performance If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate D Level amp exhaust the dryer Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard before moving across floor to prevent floor damage 1 m Move dryer close to its permanent location Leave enough room to connect exhaust vent Remove cardboard or hardboard from under dryer Using a 4 clamp connect exhaust vent to exhaust outlet in dryer If connecting to existing exhaust vent make sure the vent is clean The dryer
16. ruction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Homes Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 or latest edition The dryer must be exhausted outside outside wall a enclosed area floor The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a non combustible protion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home exhaust air flow acceptable Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns When using elbows or making turns allow as much room as possible Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking Determine exhaust vent length The maximum length of the exhaust system depends upon e the type of vent rigid or flexible metal e the number of elbows used e side or bottom exhaust Side or bottom exhaust adds a 90 turn inside the dryer To determine maximum exhaust length add one 90 turn to the chart 1 See the exhaust vent length chart that matches your type hood for the maximum vent lengths you can use Do not use vent runs longer than specified in exhaust vent length charts Exhaust systems longer than specified will accumulate lint creating a potential fire hazard shorten the life of the dryer reduce performance resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage 2 Determine the number
17. stallation Instructions for local electrical inspector s use Exhaust dimensions D ti Dimensions shown with feet extended 1 from bottom of dryer ryer oca l on back exhaust and dimensions apemaryeeee cord cable strain relief The dryer door extends 14 from the front of the AWARNING nen fully r opened left or right side exhaust Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from dryer Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor for a garage installation z 29 1 4 dels with flush Failure to do so can result in death P14 idele handle explosion or fire 30 1 4 models with 10 1 4 lt extended door handle bottom exhaust Most models will require at least 5 clearance behind the dryer for the dryer vent Co j For proper drying performance The location must provide W Level floor Maximum slope under entire dryer Y Protection from weather and water Do not should not be more than 1 inch If slope is greater store or use dryer where it will be exposed to than 1 inch install Extended Dryer Feet Kit Part water and weather No 279810 Clothes may not tumble properly and WV Room temperature above 45 F If room automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if temperature is below 45 F automatic cycles may dryer is not level not shut off V Sturdy floor to support dryer weigh
18. t of 120 pounds 14 1 pea It is your responsibility to V Observe all governing codes and ordinances UW Comply with the installation specifications and Wf Properly install dryer W Check code requirements Some codes limit or dimensions W Contact a qualified installer to insure that the do not permit installation of clothes dryers in WV Consider spacing requirements for companion electrical installation meets all national and local garages closets mobile homes or sleeping appliances codes and ordinances quarters Contact your local building inspector VU Make sure you have everything necessary for proper installation Recessed area closet installation WARNING To reduce the risk of fire this appliance MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS Recessed area installation Closet confined area installation Installation clearances If a closet door is installed The minimum Use recommended clearance for easier installation unobstructed air openings are required Louvered front view doors with equivalent air openings are acceptable Recommended Minimum i F ront view side view Back Sides Top _ Front Recessed 5 0 1 0 18 15 Closet 5 0 1 0 18 1 5 1 1 e A clothes dryer produces combustible lint and must be exhausted outdoors a e If codes permit dryer may be installed in a recessed area or closet using dimensions shown e Dimensions are in inches and are the minimum allowable o e Add
19. und connector screw Fasten under center silver colored terminal block screw 4 Remove center terminal block screw 6 Connect ground wire green of power supply cord to external ground conductor screw Tighten screw external ground connection 8 Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws Tighten screws 7 Connect neutral wire white or center of power supply cord under center screw of the terminal block Tighten screw 9 Tighten strain relief screws 1 0 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of the dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw Four wire connection DIRECT WIRE Preparing the wire 3 4 U L listed strain relief 1 of wires stripped of insulation to disconnect box NEUTRAL wire white or center bare ground 10 gauge 3 wire 5 wire with ground wire Romex Direct wire cable must have four feet of extra length so dryer can be moved if needed Strip 5 inches of outer covering from end of cable Leave bare ground wire at 5 inches Cut 1 1 2 inches from 3 remaining wires Strip insulation back 1 inch PE terminals with F upturned ends EA terminals This blade connected NEUTRAL 3 4 U L listed strain relief NEUTRAL white or center Three wire power supply cord at least four feet long must have three No 10 copper wires and match a three wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10 30R DIRECT WIRE Pr
20. ver Ground wire green or bare wire must be connected to green ground connector Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining 2 terminals gold Securely tighten all electrical connections Failure to do so can result in death fire or electrical shock Fire Hazard Use a new UL approved 30 ampere power supply cord Use a UL approved strain relief Disconnect power before making electrical connections Connect neutral wire white or center wire to center terminal silver Ground wire green or bare wire must be connected to green ground connector Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining 2 terminals gold Securely tighten all electrical connections Failure to do so can result in death fire or electrical shock 3 Assemble 3 4 sran U L listed strain relief clamp U L marking on sections strain relief into the hole below terminal block terminal opening Tighten strain relief a block screws just enough to hold S rEwWS cover the two clamp sections together Install power supply cord cable through the strain relief 1 Disconnect the power supply hold down screw 2 Remove hold down screw and terminal block cover external ground conductor screw Complete installation following instructions for your type of connection e Four wire recommended method e Three wire if four wire is not available 5 Remove appliance ground wire green with yellow stripes from external gro
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