427197 Genuine Exhaust Grille Spigot for Fisher & Paykel Vented Clothes Dryers, Dryer Vent Hose Connection Spigot

Fisher & Paykel part 427197 is the spigot that mounts to the exhaust grille on F&P vented clothes dryers. It gives the outlet a collar for a vent hose or ducting kit to fit over when the dryer is vented outside. This is the genuine Fisher & Paykel part. Compare it with the grille on your dryer, or check your model number, before ordering.

Why the grille spigot matters on a vented dryer

A vented dryer pushes warm, damp air out through a grille on the cabinet. The spigot mounts on that grille and gives the exhaust a firm point to connect a hose or ducting. If it cracks, snaps off or goes missing, the hose won't stay on, and moist air and lint end up in the laundry instead of outside. That can mean condensation on walls and ceilings, mould, and longer drying times as the machine pulls in its own damp air. A secure spigot keeps the airflow going where it should.

Part details

• Genuine Fisher & Paykel part number 427197
• Grille mounting spigot for vented dryers
• Gives the exhaust a connection point for a vent hose or duct

Fitting the spigot

Unplug the dryer and pull it out far enough to reach the exhaust grille. Clean any lint from the grille and outlet while you have access. Fit the spigot to the grille the same way the old one sat, then reconnect the vent hose and check it can't pull off easily. Run the dryer and feel for air flowing out the end of the hose.

Questions about this part

Do I need this if my dryer isn't vented outside?

Not always. The spigot mainly matters when a hose or ducting kit is connected to the exhaust. If your dryer simply vents into the room through the grille, a missing spigot is less of a problem, but the grille itself should still be intact.