Front view

27"

(686 mm)

38 3 /

4

" Min.

(984 mm)

39" Max.

(990 mm)

ELECTRIC DRYER

PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS

MED3500F, MED5500F, MED8200F

Side view

Back view Recommended installation clearances

6 1 /

2

"

(165 mm)

NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of

5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow.

See “Venting

Requirements.”

Power supply cord/cable

Vent

Water inlet

(Steam models only)

29 7 /

8

"*

(759 mm)

3 1 /

2

"*

(89 mm)

18" min.

(457 mm)

3"

(76 mm)

48 in.

2 min.

(310 cm 2 )

5"

(127 mm)

(0 mm–127 mm)

3"

(76 mm)

24 in.

2 min.

(155 cm 2 )

3 /

4

"*

(18 mm)

6 1 /

8

"*

(156 mm)

1"

(25 mm)

1"

(25 mm)

*Approx. measurement.

14 3 /

8

"

(365 mm)

Spacing for recessed area or closet installation

All dimensions show recommended and minimum spacing allowed.

*0" (0 mm) spacing is allowed for straight-back venting only.

For steam models only, inlet hose must not be kinked.

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Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.

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Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and floor moldings.

Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the dryer 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.

W10775223A

12/2015

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

To supply the required 3- or 4-wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz, AC only electrical supply (or 3- or 4-wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. Connect to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit.

WATER (STEAM MODELS ONLY) REQUIREMENTS

The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using new inlet hoses (not supplied). Do not use old hoses. Do not overtighten.

Damage to the coupling can result.

VENTING REQUIREMENTS

E xhaust venting: Exhaust your dryer to the outside. 4" (102 mm) diameter vent is required. Rigid or flexible metal exhaust vent must be used. Do not use plastic or metal foil vet. Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (305 mm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust.

Exhaust hoods:

Recommended styles:

Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying performance:

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Use the following “Vent System Charts” to determine type of vent material and hood combinations acceptable to use.

NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in “Vent System Charts.”

Shorten life of dryer.

Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage.

Louvered Hood

Acceptable style:

Box Hood

The “Vent System Charts” provide venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance.

Standard Vent System Chart

Number of

90° elbows

0

1

2

3

4

Type of vent

Rigid metal

Rigid metal

Rigid metal

Rigid metal

Rigid metal

Angled hoods

64 ft. (20 m)

54 ft. (16.5 m)

44 ft. (13.4 m)

35 ft. (10.7 m)

27 ft. (8.2 m)

Angled Hood

Determine vent path:

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Select route that will provide straightest and most direct path outdoors.

Plan installation to use fewest number of elbows and turns.

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.

Long Vent System Chart

Number of

90° elbows

Type of vent

Angled hoods

2

3

0

1

4

Rigid metal

Rigid metal

Rigid metal

Rigid metal

Rigid metal

160 ft. (48.8 m)

150 ft. (45.7 m)

140 ft. (42.7 m)

130 ft. (39.6 m)

120 ft. (36.6 m)

To determine if your model has a long vent system, refer to the type code located on the serial number plate in the inner door well. Example: An electric model would be DALV (Long

Vent) – ELE – XXXXXXX-XXX.

NOTE: For long vent systems, use of box/louvered hoods will improve venting, regardless of length.

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. For complete details, see Installation

Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.