Whirlpool WET4024E Electric Washer Dryer Instruction Manual
- June 17, 2024
- Whirlpool
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Whirlpool WET4024E Electric Washer Dryer
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WET4024E, WET4027E
Dimensions/Clearances – 24″ (61 cm)
Dimensions/Clearances – 27″ ( 69 cm)
Clearances
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. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.
Connect to an individual branch circuit.
VENTING REQUIREMENTS
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.
The “Vent System Chart” provides venting requirements that will help achieve best drying performance.
Vent System Chart, 24″ Models
Number of 90° turns or elbows| Type of vent| Box/louvered
hoods| Angled hoods
---|---|---|---
0| Rigid metal| 43 ft. (13.1 m)| 36 ft. (11.0 m)
1| Rigid metal| 33 ft. (10.1 m)| 26 ft. (7.9 m)
2| Rigid metal| 23 ft. (7.0 m)| 16 ft. (4.9 m)
Vent System Chart, 27″ Models
Number of 90° turns or elbows| Type of vent| Box/louvered
hoods| Angled hoods
---|---|---|---
0| Rigid metal| 37 ft. (11.3 m)| 35 ft. (10.7 m)
1| Rigid metal| 32 ft. (9.7 m)| 27 ft. (8.2 m)
2| Rigid metal| 23 ft. (7.0 m)| 19 ft. (5.8 m)
NOTE: Side exhaust installations have a 90º turn inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn to the chart.
DRAIN SYSTEM
Drain system can be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor
standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you need.
Floor standpipe drain system
Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2″ (51 mm). Minimum carry-away
capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe must be at least 39″
(990 mm) high; install no higher than 96″ (2.4 m) from bottom of washer/dryer.
If you must install higher than 96″ (2.4 m), you will need a sump pump system.
Wall standpipe drain system
See requirements for floor standpipe drain system.
Floor drain system
Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2
Connector Kits (Part Number 285385), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number
285863) that may be purchased separately. See “Use and Care Guide” for
ordering details. Minimum siphon break: 28″ (710 mm) from bottom of
washer/dryer. (Additional hoses may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at least 39″ (990
mm) above floor; install no higher than 96″
(2.4 m) from bottom of washer/dryer.
IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 4.5″ (113 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of wash tub. Secure drain hose with shipping strap.
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.
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