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Kenmore® product is designed and manufactured for years of
dependable operation. But like all products, it may require
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KENMORE ELITP APPLIANCE WARRANTY
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
When installed, operated and maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due
to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the
date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free
repair.
If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes,
this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
THIS WARRANTY COVERS ONLY DEFECTS IN MATERIAL
AND WORKMANSHIP. SEARS WILL NOT PAY FOR:
1.6.Expendable items that can wear out from normal use,
including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.
A service technician to instruct the user in correct product
installation, operation or maintenance.
A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed,
operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied
with the product.
Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident,
abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.
Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of
detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those
recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from
unauthorized modifications made to this product.
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DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF
REMEDIES
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited
warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied
warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period
allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or
consequential damages. Some states and provinces do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on the duration of implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may
not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the
United States and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8
PRODUCT RECORD
In the space below, record your complete model number, serial
number, and purchase date. You can find this information on the
model and serial number label located on the product.
Have this information available to help you obtain assistance or
service more quickly whenever you contact Sears concerning
your appliance.
Model number_______.
______________________________________
Serial number
Purchase date .
_______ _______________ ________________
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
DRYER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manuai and on your appliance. Aiways read and obey ali safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
AWARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
Read all instructions before using the dryer.
Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer.
Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to
a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry
cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is
used near children.
Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the door to the drying compartment.
Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving.
Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed
to the weather.
Do not tamper with controls.
instructions.
Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt
any servicing unless specifically recommended in this
Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the skills to
carry out.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static
unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.
Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or
similarly textured rubber-like materials.
Clean lint screen before or after each load.
Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent
surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust,
and dirt.
The interior of the dryer and exhaust vent should be
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
See installation instructions for grounding requirements.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
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Flat-blade screwdriver
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or
hex-head socket wrench
(for adjusting dryer feet)
Wire stripper (for direct
wire installations)
Parts supplied:
Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts
were included.
4 leveling legs
Parts needed:
Check local codes, check existing eiectrical suppiy and venting
and see “Eiectrical Requirements” and “Venting Requirements”
before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware
available for purchase from your local Sears store or Sears
Service Center. For further information, please call
1-800-4-MY-HOME® (1-800-469-4663).
Tin snips (new vent
installations)
Level
Vent clamps
Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
Tape measure
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Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
You will need
■ A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See
“Venting Requirements.”
■ A separate 30-amp circuit.
■ If you are using a power supply cord, a grounded electrical
outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer.
See “Electrical Requirements."
■ A sturdy floor to support the total weight (dryer and load) of
200 lbs (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion
appliance should also be considered.
■ A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire
dryer.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45“E (7°C). At
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an
automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will
be exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit,
installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes or
sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Installation Clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to
open fully.
Dryer Dimensions
*Most installations require a minimum 5" (12.7 cm) clearance
behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting
Requirements.”
Installation spacing for recessed area or closet installation
The following spacing dimensions are recommended for this
dryer. This dryer has been tested for spacing of 0" (0 cm)
clearance on the sides and rear. Recommended spacing should
be considered for the following reasons:
■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and
floor moldings.
■ Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the
dryer to reduce noise transfer.
■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation
openings in the top and bottom of the door are required.
Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are
acceptable.
Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
Additional spacing is required If you exhaust out the rear of
the dryer to either the right or left side.
(73.7 cm)
(2.5 cm)
(2.5 cm) (2.5 cm) (74.3 cm) (12.7 cm)
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A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
C. Closet door with vents
Bc
* Required spacing
Mobile Home - Additional Installation Requirements
This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations.
The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280
(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction
and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280).
Mobile home installations require:
■ Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for
purchase from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.
■ Special provisions must be made In mobile homes to
introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a
nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer
exhaust opening.
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It is your responsibility
■ To contact a qualified electrical installer.
■ To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in
conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.
The National Electric Code requires a 4-wire supply
connection for homes built after 1996, dryer circuits involved
in remodeling after 1996, and all mobile home installations.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269.
■ 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 fhe 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. Do not have a fuse in the
neutral or grounding circuit.
■ Do not use an extension cord.
■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire Is used, it is
recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the
ground path is adequate.
Electrical Connection
To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of
electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions
provided for It here.
■ If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral
ground wire to the neutral wire, see “Optional 3-wire
connection” section.
■ This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire
electrical supply connection. The neutral ground wire is
permanentiy connected to the neutral conductor (white wire)
within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical
supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be removed
from the external ground conductor screw {green screw), and
secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of
the terminal block. When the neutral ground wire is secured
under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the
terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the neutral
conductor.
■ A 4-wlre power supply connection must be used when the
appliance is installed In a location where grounding through
the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the
neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations,
(2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas
where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral
conductors.
If using a power supply cord:
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with
clothes dryers. The kit should contain:
■ A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated
120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or
SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that
connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade
terminals with upturned ends.
■ A UL listed strain relief.
If your outlet looks like this:
4-wire receptacle (14-30R)
Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade
terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply
cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge copper
wires and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type
14-30R. The ground wire (ground conductor) may be either green
or bare. The neutral conductor must be identified by a whife
cover.
If your outlet looks like this:
3-wire receptacle (10-30R)
Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with ring or spade
terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply
cord, at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge copper
wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R.
If connecting by direct wire:
Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire)
and be:
■ Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable
(with ground wire), protected with flexible metallic conduit. All
current-carrying wires must be insulated.
■ 10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum).
■ At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
■ For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This dryer uses a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
■ For a permanently connected dryer:
This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the dryer.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power
supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical Connection
Power Supply CordDirect Wire
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Fire Hazard
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.
Use a UL listed strain reiief.
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
Connect neutrai wire (white or center wire) to center
terminal (silver).
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to
green ground connector.
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining
2 terminals (gold).
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Failure to do so can result In death, fire, or
electrical shock.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove the hold-down screw and terminal block cover.
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Fire Hazard
Use 10 gauge solid copper wire.
Use a UL listed strain reiief.
Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center
terminal (silver).
Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to
green ground connector.
Connect remaining 2 supply wires to remaining
2 terminals (gold).
Securely tighten all electrical connections.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
3. Install strain relief.
Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief
■ Remove the screws from a %" {1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
(UL marking on strain relief). Put the tabs of the two clamp
sections into the hole below the terminal block opening so
that one tab is pointing up and the other is pointing down,
and hold In place. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to
hold the two clamp sections together.
A. Terminal block cover
B. Hold-down screw
C. External ground conductor screw
D. Center, silver-colored terminal block screw
E. Neutral ground wire
F. Hole below terminal block opening
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F
A. Strain relief tab pointing up
B. Hole below terminal block opening
C. Clamp section
D. Strain relief tab pointing down
B
C
D
Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that
the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the
strain relief. The strain relief should have a tighf fit with the
dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further
tighten strain relief screws at this point.
Electrical Connection Options
If your home has;
And you will be
connecting to:
4-wire receptacle
{NEMAtype 14-30R)
A UL listed,
120/240-volt
minimum,
30-amp, dryer
( D D ]
power supply
cord*
Go to Section:
4-wire connection;
Power Supply
Cord
Style 2: Direct wire strain relief
Unscrew the removable conduit connector and any screws
from a %" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain
relief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief through the
hole below the terminal block opening. Reaching Inside the
terminal block opening, screw the removable conduit
connector onto the strain relief threads.
A. Removable conduit connector
B. Hole below terminal block opening
C. Strain relief threads
4-wire directA fused4-wire connection;
disconnect or
circuit breaker
Direct Wire
box*
(12.7 cm)
3-wire receptacle
{NEMAtype 10-30R)
A UL listed,
120/240-volt
minimum,
30-amp, dryer
3-wire connection:
Power Supply
Cord
power supply
cord*
3-wire direct
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(8.9 cm)
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A fused
disconnect or
circuit breaker
box*
3-wire connection;
Direct Wire
*lf local codes do not permit the connection of a cabinet-ground
conductor to the neutral wire, go to “Optional 3-wire
connection” section.
4-wire connection: Power supply cord
IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes
and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire
connections.
Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief
should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a
horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against the
direct wire cable.
4. Now complete installation following instructions for your type
of electrical connection:
4-wire (recommended)
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)
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A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type 14-30R)
B. 4-prong plug
C. Ground prong
D. Neutral prong
E. Spade terminals with upturned ends
F. %" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
G. Ring terminals
1.2.Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor
screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire
(white or center wire) of power supply cord under center,
silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.
A. Neutral ground wire
B. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line shows
position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved to
center silver-colored terminal block screw.
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. %" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
5. Tighten strain relief screws.
6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Seoure cover with hold-down screw.
7. You have completed your eleofrical connection. Now go to
“Venting Requirements.”
4-wire connection: Direct Wire
IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes
and where local codes do not permit the use of 3 wire
connections.
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer
can be moved if needed.
Strip 5" (12.7 cm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving
bare ground wire at 5" (12.7 cm). Cut VA" (3.8 cm) from
3 remaining wires. Strip insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). Shape ends
of wires info a hook shape.
When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of
the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right),
squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw, as shown.
3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord to
external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw.
A. External ground conductor screw
B. Neutral ground wire
C. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord
D. ¥4" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
E. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
F. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
4. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.
Tighten screws.
1.
Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
2.
Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor
screw. Connect neutral ground wire and place the hooked
end (hook facing right) of the neutral wire (white or center
wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of the
terminal block. Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten
screw.
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A. Neutral ground wire
B. External ground conductor screw - Dotted line shows
position of NEUTRAL ground wire before being moved to
center sliver-colored terminal block screw.
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. ¥4" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to
external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw.
1. Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply
cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the
terminal block. Tighten screw.
A. External ground conductor screw
B. Neutral ground wire
C. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord
D. (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
E. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
F. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
4. Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires
under the outer terminal blook screws (hooks facing right).
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.
5. Tighten strain relief screw.
6. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw.
7. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to
“Venting Requirements."
3-wire connection: Power suppiy cord
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground
conductor to neutral wire.
A. External ground conductor screw
B. Neutral ground wire
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.
Tighten screws.
Tighten strain relief screws.
Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw.
You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to
“Venting Requirements."
3-wire connection: Direct Wire
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground
conductor to neutral wire.
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so dryer
can be moved If needed.
Strip 3V2" (8.9 cm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip
insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). If using 3-wire cable with ground
wire, cut bare wire even with outer covering. Shape ends of wires
into a hook shape.
B. 3-wire plug
C. Neutral prong
D. Spade terminals with upturned ends
E. W (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
F. Ring terminals
G. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
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When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of
the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right),
squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw, as shown.
1.2.Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire)
of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block
(hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten
screw.
Optional 3-wire connection
Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes
do not permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to
neutral wire.
1.2.Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.
Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor
screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire
(white or center wire) of power supply cord/cable under
center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.
A. External ground conductor screw
B. Neutral ground wire
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. ¥4 (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
3. Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires
under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right).
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.
4. Tighten strain relief screw.
5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw.
6. You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to
“Venting Requirements.”
A. External ground conductor screw
B. Neutral ground wire
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. W (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
F. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician
3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal blook screws.
Tighten screws.
4.5.Tighten strain relief screws.
Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw.
Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external
ground conductor screw to an adequate ground.
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Verting ReqoireiTients
i^WARNING
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Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can resuit in death
or fire.
■ Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and
kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor
performance.
■ Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or
floors.
Elbows
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
GoodBetter
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling or a concealed space of a building.
If using an existing vent system
Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.
Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible
heavy metal vent.
Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if
necessary to achieve the best drying performance.
If this is a new vent system
Vent material
■ Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
■ 4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.
Clamps
■ Use clamps to seal all joints.
■ Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws
or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the
duct. Do not use duct tape.
Clamp
Exhaust
Recommended hood styles are shown here.
A, Louvered hood style
B. Box hood style
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent
DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your
dealer. For further information, please call
1-800-4-MY-HOME® (1 -800-469-4663) or visit our website at
www.sears.com.
Rigid metai vent
■ For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are
recommended.
■ Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and
kinking.
Flexible metal vent
■ Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for
cleaning.
■ Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported
when the dryer is in its final location.
The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and
insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30.5 cm) from the ground
or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as
flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).
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Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
Improper venting can cause moisture and iint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
n Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper,
carpets, etc.
■ Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
Other installations are possible.
B
C
A, Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. Rear exhaust installation to left or right side
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E
F
G
H
B. Elbow F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
C. Walt G. Vent length necessary to connect
D. Exhaust hood elbows
H. Exhaust outlet
Optional exhaust installations
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for
your installation.
AWARNING
M
Fire Hazard
Cover unused exhaust hole with the following kit:
8212503
Contact your local dealer.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.
D
C. Bottom exhaust installation
D. Over-the-top installation (also available with one
offset elbow)
NOTE: The following kits for alternate installations are available
for purchase. For further information, please call
1-800-4-MY-HOME® {1 -800-469-4663).
■ Rear exhaust installation to left or right side:
Part Number 8212504
■ Bottom exhaust installation:
Part Number 8212503
■ Over-the-Top installation:
Part Number 26-49900
Special provisions for mobile home installations
The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible
portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate
beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside.
This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the bottom. If you
prefer, you may contact your local dealer to have the dryer
converted. This dryer can also be exhausted from the rear to
either the right or left side. Optional kits for these exhaust
installations are needed. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions
for kit installation instructions.
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Determine vent path
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.
When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as
possible.
Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.
Use the fewest 90° turns possible.
Determine vent length and elbows needed for best
drying performance
■ Use the following Vent system chart to determine type of vent
material and hood combinations acceptable to use.
NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in
the Vent system chart. Exhaust systems longer than those
specified will:
■ Shorten the life of the dryer.
■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and
increased energy usage.
The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that will
help to achieve the best drying performance.
install Leveling Legs
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
To protect the floor, use a large, flat piece of cardboard from
the dryer carton. Place cardboard under the entire back edge
of the dryer.
Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the top or console
panel). Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard. See illustration.
3. Examine the leveling legs. Find the diamond marking.
Vent system chart
NOTE: Bottom exhaust performance is equivalent to adding two
elbows. To determine maximum exhaust length, add two elbows
to the chart.
NOTE: Performance of rear exhaust to either side of the dryer is
equivalent to adding one elbow. To determine maximum exhaust
length, add one elbow to the chart.
Number of
90“ turns
or elbows
0Rigid metal
1Rigid metal
2Rigid metal
3Rigid metal
4Rigid metal
Type of
vent
Flexible metal
Flexible metal
Flexible metal
Flexible metal
Flexible metal
Box or
Louvered
hoods
64 ft (20 m)
36 ft (11 m)
54 ft (16.5 m)
31 ft (9.4 m)
44 ft (13.4 m)
27 ft (8.2 m)
35 ft (10.7 m)
25 ft (7.6 m)
27 ft (8.2 m)
23 ft (7 m)
Angled
hoods
58 ft (17.7 m)
28 ft (8.5 m)
48 ft (14.6 m)
23 ft (7 m)
38 ft (11.6 m)
19 ft (5.8 m)
29 ft (8.8 m)
17 ft (5.2 m)
21 ft (6.4 m)
15 ft (4.6 m)
4. Screw the legs into the leg holes by hand. Use a wrench to
finish turning the legs until the diamond marking is no longer
visible.
5. Place a carton corner post from dryer packaging under each
of the 2 dryer back corners. Stand the dryer up. Slide the
dryer on the corner posts until it is close to its final location.
Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent.
1. Using a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in
dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is
clean. The dryer vent must fit over the dryer exhaust outlet
and inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured
to exhaust hood with a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp.
2. Move dryer into its final location. Do not crush or kink vent.
3. (On gas models) Make sure that there are no kinks in the
flexible gas line.
4. Once the exhaust vent connection is made, remove the
corner posts and cardboard.
Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior
wall opening around exhaust hood.
Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust
hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (10.2 cm) clamp.
Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible.
See “Determine vent path” in “Plan Vent System.” Avoid 90°
turns. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape,
screws or other fastening devices that extend into the interior
of the vent to secure vent.
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Check the levelness of the dryer. Check levelness first
side to side, then front to back.
If the dryer is not level, prop up the dryer using a wood block.
Use a wrench to adjust the legs up or down and check again for
levelness.
Re¥erse Door Swing
You can change your door swing from a right-side opening to a
left-side opening, if desired.
i. Place a towel or soft cloth on top of the dryer or work space
to protect the surface.
Remove the door assembly
1. Open the dryer door.
2. Remove the bottom screw from each of the 2 hinges that
attach the dryer door to the front panel of the dryer.
3. Loosen the top screw from each of the 2 hinges in Step 2.
5. Remove the 4 plastic plugs located outside the dryer door
opening.
6. Install 4 plastic plugs into screw holes in the dryer left when
the hinges were removed in Step 4.
Reverse the strike
1. Remove the door strike from the dryer door opening.
2. Remove the cosmetic screw opposite the door strike.
4. Remove the dryer door and the hinges by lifting upward on
the door. Lay the door on a flat, protected surface, with the
inside of the door facing up. Remove remaining 2 loose
screws from dryer front panel.
A. Door strike
B. Cosmetic screw
3. Reinstall the door strike and cosmetic screw on the opposite
side of the dryer door opening from where they were
removed.
NOTE: Door strike and plugs must be on the same side of the
dryer door opening.
Reinstall the door
1. Remove the 4 screws and 2 hinges from the dryer door.
2. Replace the 4 screws in the same holes.
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3. Remove the 4 screws from the opposite side of the door.
6. Hang door by placing screw heads into top slotted holes of
hinges and slide door down. Align bottom screw holes in
hinge and door. Install two bottom screws. Tighten all hinge
screws.
7. Close door to engage door strike.
Install the 2 hinges to the front panel of the dryer using
4 screws. Use the non-slotted side to attach the hinge to the
front panel.
Install screws in the top hinge holes in the door. Do not
tighten screws. Leave approximately 'A" (5 mm) of screw
exposed.
Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part,
go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.
2.
Check that you have all of your tools.
3.
Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
4.
Check the dryer’s final location. Be sure the vent is not
crushed or kinked.
5.
Check that the dryer is level. See “Level Dryer.”
6.
For power supply cord installation, plug into an outlet. For
direct wire installation, turn on power.
7. Remove any protective film or tape remaining on the dryer.
NOTE: Glass door models have a protective film on the
window that should be removed.
8. Read “Dryer Use.”
9. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to
remove any dust.
10. Test dryer operation by selecting a Timed Dry heated cycle
and starting the dryer. For this test, do not select the Air Only
modifier.
If the dryer will not start, check the following:
■ Controls are set in a running or “On” position.
■ Start button has been pushed firmly.
■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply
is on.
■ Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has
not tripped.
■ Dryer door is closed.
11. When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the
dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and
close the door.
If you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check the
following:
■ There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for
the dryer. Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or
that both circuit breakers have not tripped. If there is still
no heat, contact a qualified technician.
NOTE: You may notice an odor when the dryer is first heated.
This odor is common when the heating element is first used. The
odor will go away.
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