Bottom Vent Dryer Install

When installing your lg dryer it is important to properly install your dryer vent to maximize your dryer performance and to prevent any issues from occurring.

Bottom vent dryer install.

Ce compass aluminum ducting dryer vent hose 6 inch 25ft flexible non insulated air hose hvac ventilation cooling intake exhaust pipe. Secure the dryer vent hood to the siding on the home s exterior using wood screws for masonry homes use appropriate anchors instead of wood screws caulk around the edges of the. Do not use plastic or thin foil ducting. The ductwork recommended for use between the dryer in the wall should be rigid or semi rigid modeled ducting that is 4 inches in diameter.

Save 201 00 25 598 00. Duct and subtract 5 ft. For every 90 degree turn and 2 1 2 feet for every 45 degree turn for dryer vent installation. Use no more than 25 ft.

There are definitely electric dryers that vent out the bottom. 240 volt white electric dryer with sensor dryer pedestals sold separately 598 00. For example a dryer with a 90 degree elbow at the exhaust port and another at the top of the basement wall can run a maximum of 15 ft. Position the assembly so that the opening faces toward the ground.

Some require a kit. Move the dryer into position sliding the offset dryer vent connection over the dryer s discharge vent. Make sure here is a good snug fit then move the band clamp over the duct connectors and tighten using a screwdriver or socket driver. Place a 4 1 2 inch stainless steel band worm gear hose clamp over the dryer s discharge vent.

Sold by ce compass inc. Free delivery add to package add to cart. The tricky part will be aligning the vent in the bottom of the unit with the existing opening in your floor as the post above notes the vent itself can t run under the unit. Installation services specials offers local ad.

Insert the duct pipe on the vent hood through the hole. Bottom exhaust dryer vent marketplace 114 only 81 in store.