Kenmore 11089722991, 11089722990, 11082722200 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions

120-Volt PORTABLE

ELECTRIC DRYERS

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IMPORTANT: Read and follow all safety

and operating instructions before first use of this product.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

PART NO. 3406895 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW DRYER 2

SEARS PORTABLE ELECTRIC DRYER WARRANTY 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5

OPERATING YOUR DRYER 18

LAUNDRY TIPS ...... 21

CARING FOR YOUR DRYER 23

TROUBLESHOOTING ........ 26

SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 28

Please read this manual, It will help you install and operate your new Kenmore portable dryer in the safest and most

economical way.

For more information about the care

and operation of Kenmore appliances call your nearest Sears store. You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information, Your dryer's

model and serial numbers are located on

the Model and Serial Number Plate.

Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of

your new Kenmore portable dryer,

Model No.

Serial No....

Date of Purchase

Keep this book and your Sears Salescheck (receipt) in a safe place for

future reference.

OneYearWarrantyon Y "

Mechanicaland Electrical Parts Warranty service is available by

For one year from the date of purchase, contacting your nearest Sears

if this dryer is installed and operated Service Center in the United States. according to the instructions in this manual, Sears will repair or replace any of its mechanical or electrical

parts if they are defective in material or workmanship,

NOTE: Exhausting your dryer with

plastic product may void this warranty.

Pages 13-16 of this manual describe the complete exhaust requirements for this dryer.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many importantsafety messages in this manual and

on your appliance, Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

This warranty applies only while this dryer is used in the United States.

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.

You will be killed or seriously

injured if you don't follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow

instructions.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are

not followed.

YOURSAFETYISIMPORTANTTOUS. WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock, or injury to persons when using your dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using

the dryer.

• Do not dry articles that have been

previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could igniteor 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 this dryer where

it will be exposed to the weather,

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not tamper with controls.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the Owner's

Manual 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 machine and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by

qualified service personnel.

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

For a complete list of tools and parts needed, see pages 5-7.

A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR DRYER (pgs. 8-18)

Standard Installation (p. 8)

Closet Installation Instructions (p. 9)

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B. INSTALL CORD BRACKETS (p, 11)

Recessed Areal

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

screwdriver

#2 Phillips head_

Flashlight (optionaI

depending on installation)

2cord brackets (supplied with dryer)

C.INSTALL CASTERS (p. 11)

Tools Needed: PaNs Needed:

A_u_able

w_nch

Fl._,llight (optional

depending on installation)

4 casters (supplied with dryer)

D. INSTALL KNOBS (p. 11)

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Parts Needed:

2 knobs (supplied with dryer)

PUSH TO START

E. CONNECT EXHAUST (pgs. 13-16)

Tools Needed: Parts Needed:

Tin snips Duct tape

CYCLE SELECTOR

4-Inch rigid

or flexible heavy

metal vent

4-Inch metal elbow(s)

(optional depending

on installation)

Flashlight

(optional depending

on installation)

Flat-bladed screwdriver

4-Inch outlet

exhaust hood

(4) 4-Inch

diameter clamps

A. SELECT LOCATION

FOR YOUR DRYER

Selecting the proper location for your dryer makes installation easier and gives you the best drying performance.

Keep flammable materials and vapors,

STANDARD INSTALLATION

Check location where dryer will be installed. Proper installation is your responsibility, Make sure you have everything necessary

for correct installation including proper floor

such as gasoline, away from dryer.

Place dryer at least 18 inches above

the floor for a garage installation.

Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death, explosion, or fire.

support and a level floor,

• Protect dryer from the weather, Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45°F. At lower temperatures, the dryer may not shut off at the end of automatic cycles, and

• Check code requirements. Some codes limit or do not permit installation of clothes dryers in garages, closets,

mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

drying times will be extended.

Support: Floor K_

must be sturdy ['X_ enough to support I \\ -- .

a total weight I __ r=_=_

..... I - I I_Jl allowable slope under

or 11u pounds I I _ _-4_ I i "_" i • 3 ,

(includes dryer I II I i& entiredryer- /8 inch.

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Explosion Hazard

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RECESSED AREA/CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Check governing codes and ordinances. This dryer may be installed in a recessed

area or closet.

Confined or Recessed Area Installation

An exhaust system is not required for

operation of the portable dryer. However, exhausting the dryer outside is recom_

mended. The moisture and lint indoors may cause:

• Lint to gather inside and around the dry- er and be fuel for a fire.

• Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture,

paint, wallpaper, carpet, etc.

• Housecleaning problems and possible

health problems.

Closet Installation

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this

appliance must be exhausted outdoors

when installed in a closet.

NOTE: No fuel burning appliances may be installed in the same closet as a dryer.

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Location must be large enough to fully open dryer door.

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Side-SwingDoor

* Dimension does not include casters.

Height with casters is 321/2 inches.

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18"

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MIXIMBM INSTALLATIONSPACING,ClosetInstallation MUST be exhaustedoutside,

* Additionalclearances for wall doorand floor moldingsmay be required,

** Openingis minimum for closet door. Logvereddoorwith equivalent air openings

isacceptable,

***Additional spaceis needed whenexternal exhaustelbow is used.

• The installation spacing is in inches

and is the minimum allowable.

• Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation

and servicing.

t-_.,t 14"

**48 sq. in.

minimum-

ventilation

area

**24 sq. in.

minimum-

ventilation

area

Side View

(DoorShown)

• If closet door is installed, the minimum air openings in top and

bottom are required. Louvered doors with equivalent air openings in top and bottom are acceptable.

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FrontView

(Boor With Vent)

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