Thanks to Owner-Manuals.com! This manual was exactly what I needed. As Amana was purchased by Maytag and later by Whirlpool, there was no way to receive it from their websites. I was lucky to find this resource.
A comprehensive Operating and Service Manual. All schematics are complete and easy to read. The PCB drawings and complete parts list are very helpful. I would definitely recommend this manual.
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Dryer Exhaust Tips ...........................................
,_ W.RRNING -- Plastic or nonmetal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard.
Do
Read the installation instructions and the user's guide,
Don't
Let a poor exhaust system cause slow drying.
Do
dryer exhaust the your Let air easily.
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Restrict your dryer with a poor exhaust system.
Don't
DO Use 4 inch diameter rigid metal duct. Tape all joints, Never use lint-trapping screws. Use plastic, thin foil, or nonmetal duct. flexible
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Use longer than necessary duct runs with many elbows. _ I--
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Clean all old ducts before installing your new dryer. Be sure vent flap opens and closes freely.
