Whirlpool WED7300X, WED7400X, WED7600X, WED7800X electric dryer Dimension Guide
Below you will find brief information for electric dryer WED7300X, electric dryer WED7400X, electric dryer WED7600X, electric dryer WED7800X. These dryers are designed to provide efficient and convenient drying for your laundry. They offer various features, including different venting options for optimal performance. Refer to the included installation instructions for detailed information on recommended spacing, venting requirements, and other installation guidelines.
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PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
WED7300X, WED7400X,
WED7600X, WED7800X
Electrical
:
This dryer requires a 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. A timedelay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit.
Water (Steam models only)
:
The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses. Do not overtighten.
Damage to the coupling can result.
Exhaust 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.
Recommended Styles:
Electric Dryer
Dryer dimensions
Dryer with extended back:
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
Dryer with flat back:
30"
(762 mm)
22 1 /
4
"
(565 mm)
28"
(711 mm)
43 1 /
2
"
(783 mm)
NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 5" (127 mm) clearance behind dryer for exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”
Spacing for recessed area or closet installation
All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides and rear.
Louvered Hood
Acceptable Style:
Box Hood
14" max.*
(356 mm)
18"*
(457 mm)
Angled Hood
The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance.
NOTE: Bottom exhaust installations have a 90° turn inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90° turn to the chart.
Number of
90° elbows
Vent system chart
Type of vent
Box/louvered hoods
Angled hoods
0 Rigid metal 64 ft. (20 m) 58 ft. (17.7 m)
1
2
3
Rigid metal
Rigid metal
Rigid metal
54 ft. (16.5 m)
44 ft. (13.4 m)
35 ft. (10.7 m)
48 ft. (14.6 m)
38 ft. (11.6 m)
29 ft. (8.8 m)
1"
(25 mm)
29"
(737 mm)
Recessed area
1"
(25 mm)
14" max.*
(356 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
30"
(762 mm)
5"
(127 mm)
Side view - closet or confined area
(Dryer with extended back)
48" 2 *
(310 cm 2 )
24" 2 *
(155 cm 2 )
3"*
(76 mm)
3"*
(76 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
28"
(711 mm)
Side view - closet or confined area
(Dryer with flat back)
5"
(127 mm)
4 Rigid metal 27 ft. (8.2 m) 21 ft. (6.4 m)
Do not use vent runs longer than specified in vent length chart.
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.
Use the fewest 90° turns possible.
* Required spacing
For closet installation, with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent air ventilation openings are acceptable.
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.
Closet door with vents
Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation
Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.
Ref. W10347663
02/2011
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Key Features
- Venting Options
- Installation Requirements
- Dryer Dimensions
- Extended Back
- Flat Back
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