Kenmore 110.9770* Owner's Manual

Gas Dryer with SteamCare

Use & Care Guide

Secadora a gas de cuidado con vapor (SteamCareTM)

Manual de uso y cuidado

Models/Modelos 110.9770✼ ✼ = color number/número de color

W10122313A Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY.....................................................................................2

DRYER SAFETY..............................................................................3

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................4

Tools and Parts ............................................................................4

Optional Pedestal.........................................................................5

Location Requirements ...............................................................5

Electrical Requirements................................................................7

Gas Supply Requirements ...........................................................8

Venting Requirements..................................................................9

Plan Vent System ...................................................................... 10

Install Vent System.................................................................... 11

Install Leveling Legs .................................................................. 11

Connect Vent............................................................................. 11

Connect Inlet Hose.................................................................... 12

Level Dryer................................................................................. 12

Make Gas Connection............................................................... 12

Reverse Door Swing.................................................................. 13

Complete Installation................................................................. 14

DRYER USE ................................................................................. 15

Starting Your Dryer.................................................................... 15

Stopping Your Dryer.................................................................. 16

KENMORE ELITE® 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 repair.

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON SENSOR SMART™ ELECTRONIC BOARD

For two years from the date of purchase, when this dryer is installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, Sears will replace the electronic control board if defective in materials or workmanship. After the first year, customer assumes any labor costs associated with replacement of these parts.

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. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use,

including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.

2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product

installation, operation or maintenance.

3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.

4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed,

operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product.

5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident,

abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.

6. 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.

7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from

unauthorized modifications made to this product.

to arrange for free

Pausing or Restarting................................................................ 16

Control Locked .......................................................................... 16

Drying and Cycle Tips ............................................................... 17

Status Lights.............................................................................. 17

Cycles ........................................................................................ 17

Options ...................................................................................... 19

Modifiers .................................................................................... 19

Changing Cycles, Options and Modifiers ................................. 20

End of Cycle Signal ................................................................... 20

TUMBLE FREE™ Heated Dryer Rack....................................... 20

DRYER CARE.............................................................................. 21

Cleaning the Dryer Location...................................................... 21

Cleaning the Lint Screen ........................................................... 21

Cleaning the Dryer Interior......................................................... 22

Removing Accumulated Lint ..................................................... 22

Vacation , Storage and Moving Care ........................................ 22

Changing the Drum Light .......................................................... 22

TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................. 23

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS.................................................... 25

SERVICE NUMBERS ...............................................BACK COVER

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 M5B 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 manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all 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

DANGER

WARNING

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.

WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

– Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do not try to light any appliance.

•

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

•

Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

•

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's

•

instructions. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

•

– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or

the gas supplier.

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:

■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by

the State of Massachusetts.

■ If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.

■ A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

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, drycleaning 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.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the dryer, follow basic precautions,

■

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

IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

■ 8" or 10" pipe wrench

■ 8" or 10" adjustable

wrench (for gas connections)

■ Flat-blade screwdriver

■ Adjustable wrench that

opens to 1" (2.54 cm) or hex-head socket wrench (for adjusting dryer feet)

■ ¹⁄₄" nut driver or socket

wrench

■ Level

■ Vent clamps

■ Knife

■ Pipe-joint compound

resistant to LP gas

■ Caulking gun and

compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

■ Pliers

■ Tape measure

Tools and Parts

Parts supplied

Remove parts package from dryer drum. Check that all parts are included.

A. Leveling legs (4) B. “Y” connector C. Short inlet hose D. Inlet hose with right-angle connector E. Rubber washer

NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing on a pedestal.

Parts needed

Check local codes and with gas supplier. Check existing gas supply, electrical supply and venting. Read “Electrical Requirements,” “Gas Supply Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” before purchasing parts.

■ For close-clearance installations between 31.5" (80.01 cm)

and 37" (93.98 cm), see “Plan Vent System” section for venting requirements.

37" (93.98 cm)

Location Requirements

WARNING

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.

Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following) available for purchase from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. For further information, please call

1-800-4-MY-HOME

■ Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.

■ Metal exhaust system hardware.

(1-800-469-4663).

Optional Pedestal

Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer. You may select a 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal or a 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal with a storage drawer. The pedestal will add to the total height of the dryer for a total height of approximately 46" (116.8 cm) or 51.5" (130.8 cm), respectively.

For a garage installation, you will need to place the 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal at least 8" (20.3 cm) above the floor. You will need to place the 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal at least 3" (7.6 cm) above the floor.

Optional pedestal (15.5" [39.4 cm] model shown)

The pedestals are available in several colors. To order, call your local Sears store. For further information,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

Pedestal Height Color Part Number

10" (25.4 cm) White 46822

(1-800-469-4663).

You will need

■ A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas

dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See “Venting Requirements.”

■ 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 dryer weight of

200 lbs (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance should also be considered.

■ Cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the water fill

valves, and water pressure of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). You may use the water supply for your washer using the “Y” connector and short hose (if needed) which are provided.

■ A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire

dryer. (If slope is greater than 1" [2.5 cm], install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 279810.) Clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level.

■ For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at

least 18" (46 cm) above the floor. If using a pedestal, you will need 18" (46 cm) to the bottom of the dryer.

Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). 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.

NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as a dryer.

10" (25.4 cm) Black Diamond 46826

15.5" (39.4 cm) White 57822

15.5" (39.4 cm) Black Diamond 57826

15.5" (39.4 cm) Pacific Blue 57827

15.5" (39.4 cm) Champagne 57828

15.5" (39.4 cm) Barolo 58829

Installation clearances

The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.

Dryer Dimensions

50½" (128.27 cm)

Closet installation - Dryer only

14" max.* (35.6 cm)

18" min.* (45.72 cm)

48 in.

(310 cm2)

3"* (7.6 cm)

38" (96.52 cm)

*31½" (80.01 cm)

27" (68.6 cm)

*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.

Custom undercounter installation - Dryer only

(0 cm)

24 in.

1"* (2.5 cm)

31½" (80 cm)

5"** (12.7 cm)

(155 cm2)

3"* (7.6 cm)

A. Side view - closet or confined area B. Closet door with vents

*Required spacing

**For side or bottom venting, 2" (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed.

Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal

14" max.* (35.6 cm)

18" min.* (45.72 cm)

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

(2.5 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

31¹⁄₂"

(80 cm)

(12.7 cm)

A. Recessed area B. Side view - closet or confined area

*Required spacing

**For side or bottom venting, 2" (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed.

Installation spacing for cabinet installation

38" min.

(96.52 cm)

*Required spacing

1"*

(2.5 cm)

27" (68.6 cm)

1"*

(2.5 cm)

■ For cabinet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation

openings in the top of the cabinet are required.

7"* (17.8 cm)

5"**

(12.7 cm)

31¹⁄₂"

(80.0 cm)

1"* (2.5 cm)

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

1" (2.5 cm)

9"* (22.9 cm)

*Required spacing

**For side or bottom venting, 2" (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed.

Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer

Electrical Requirements

The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing.

48 in.2 *

(310 cm2)

3"* (7.6 cm)

24 in.

(155 cm2)

1"* (2.5 cm)

*Required spacing

6"* (15.2 cm)

76"

(193 cm)

5¹⁄₂"*

(14 cm)

(2.5 cm)

27"

(68.6 cm)

(2.5 cm)

*Required spacing

**For venting out the side, 2" (5.1 cm) spacing is allowed.

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.

■ Mobile Home Installation Kit Part Number 346764. See “Tools

and Parts” section for information on ordering.

■ 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.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

■ 120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical

supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is also recommended that a separate circuit serving only this dryer be provided.

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 is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding 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.

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 provided with the dryer: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Gas Supply Requirements

■ Must include a shutoff valve:

An individual shutoff valve must be installed within 6 feet (1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.

Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. Install a shut-off valve. Securely tighten all gas connections. If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure

gas pressure does not exceed 13" (33 cm) water column.

Examples of a qualified person include: licensed heating personnel,

authorized gas company personnel, and authorized service personnel.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Gas Type

Natural gas:

This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is designcertified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases with appropriate conversion.

■ Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in

your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate in the door well of your dryer. If this information does not agree with the type of gas available, contact your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.

LP gas conversion: Conversion must be made by a qualified technician.

No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different gas without consulting your gas company.

Gas supply line

■ Must include ¹⁄₈" NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible

for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas connection to the dryer (see illustration).

■ ¹⁄₂" IPS pipe is recommended.

■ ³⁄₈" approved aluminum or copper tubing is acceptable for

lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit.

■ If you are using Natural gas, do not use copper tubing.

■ Lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and a

different size adapter fitting.

■ If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, ³⁄₈" LP

compatible copper tubing can be used. If the total length of the supply line is more than 20 ft (6.1 m), use larger pipe.

NOTE: Pipe-joint compounds that resist the action of LP gas must be used. Do not use TEFLON

®†

tape.

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

A. ³⁄₈" flexible gas connector B. C. D. ½" NPT gas supply line E. Gas shutoff valve

³⁄₈

" pipe to flare adapter fitting

¹⁄₈

" NPT minimum plugged tapping

Gas supply connection requirements

■ Use an elbow and a ³⁄₈" flare x ³⁄₈" NPT adapter fitting

between the flexible gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to avoid kinking.

■ Use only pipe-joint compound. Do not use TEFLON

■ This dryer must be connected to the gas supply line with a

®†

tape.

listed flexible gas connector that complies with the standard for connectors for gas appliances, ANSI Z21.24.

Burner input requirements

Elevations up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m):

■ The design of this dryer is certified by CSA International for

use at altitudes up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m) above sea level at the Btu rating indicated on the model/serial number plate. Burner input adjustments are not required when the dryer is operated up to this elevation.

Elevations above 10,000 ft (3,048 m):

■ When installed above 10,000 ft (3,048 m) a 4% reduction of

the burner Btu rating shown on the model/serial number plate is required for each 1,000 ft (305 m) increase in elevation.

Gas supply pressure testing

■ The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping

system during pressure testing at pressures greater than ½psi.

Dryer gas pipe

■ The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer

has a ³⁄₈" male pipe thread.

1½" (3.8 cm)

*6¼" (15.9 cm)

A. ½" NPT gas supply line B.

³⁄₈

" NPT dryer pipe

*NOTE: If the dryer is mounted on a pedestal, the gas pipe height

must be an additional 10" (25.4 cm) or 15.5" (39.4 cm) from the floor, depending on the pedestal model. For a garage installation, the gas pipe height must be an additional 18" (46 cm) from the floor.

Venting Requirements

WARNING

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 result in death

or fire.

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

■ 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.

Good Better

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.

■ 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.

10.2 cm

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 www.sears.com.

Rigid metal 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.

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Clamp

Exhaust

Recommended hood styles are shown here.

(10.2 cm)

4" (10.2 cm)

A. Louvered hood style B. Box hood style

The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.

(10.2 cm)

2½"

(6.4 cm)

■ 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.).

■ Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.

Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in:

Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc.

Housecleaning problems and health problems.

Plan Vent System

Choose your exhaust installation type

Recommended exhaust installations

Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible.

E F G

A. Dryer B. Elbow C. Wall D. Exhaust hood

E. Clamps

F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows H. Exhaust outlet

Optional exhaust installations

This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left side, or through the bottom. dryer converted.

Contact your local dealer to have the

WARNING

Alternate installations for close clearances

Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.

A. Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow) B. Periscope installation

NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. For further information, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

■ Over-the-Top Installation:

Part Number 26-49900

■ Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent

mismatch): Part Number 26-49901 - Less than 5" (12.7 cm) mismatch Part Number 26-49908 - 5" (12.7 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm)

mismatch Part Number 26-49904 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73.66 cm)

mismatch Part Number 26-49905 - 29" (73.66 cm) to 50" (127 cm)

mismatch

(1-800-469-4663).

Fire Hazard

Cover unused exhaust holes with one of the following kits:

279818 (white) 279915 (black diamond) 280102 (pacific blue) 280103 (champagne) 280189 (barolo) Contact your local dealer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.

A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Left or right side exhaust installation C. Bottom exhaust installation (not an option

with pedestal installations)

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.

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.

Vent system chart

NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have a 90º turn

inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90º turn to the chart.

Number of 90º turns or elbows

0 Rigid metal

1 Rigid metal

2 Rigid metal

3 Rigid metal

4 Rigid metal

Type of vent

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)

2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the console panel).

Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard. See illustration.

3. Examine the leveling legs. Find the diamond marking.

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 or gas line.

For mobile home use

Gas dryers must be securely fastened to the floor at the time of installation.

Install Vent System

1. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior

wall opening around exhaust hood.

2. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust

hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (10.2 cm) clamp.

3. Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible.

See “Determine vent path” in “Plan Vent System.” Avoid 90º 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.

Install Leveling Legs

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install dryer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

1. 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.

Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Kit. For more information, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

(1-800-469-4663).

Connect 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. Check that 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) Check that there are no kinks in the flexible

gas line.

4. Once the exhaust vent connection is made, remove the

corner posts and cardboard.

Connect Inlet Hose

The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.

1. Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose.

2. Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with

new rubber washer provided. If space permits, attach the brass female end of the “Y” connector to the cold water faucet.

NOTE: If “Y” connector can be attached directly to cold water faucet, go to Step 6. If “Y” connector cannot be attached directly to the cold water faucet, the short hose must be used. Continue with Step 3.

3. Attach short hose to cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by

hand until seated on faucet.

4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-

thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

5. Attach “Y” connector to brass male end of small hose. Screw

on coupling by hand until seated on connector.

6. Attach straight end of long hose to “Y” connector.

7. Attach washer cold inlet hose to other end of “Y” connector.

Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector.

8. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-

thirds turn.

10. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-

thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

11. Check that the water faucets are on.

12. Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucet and hoses.

Level Dryer

Check the levelness of the dryer. Check levelness first side to side, then front to back.

A. Inlet to cold water

NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

9. Attach angled end of long hose to fill valve at bottom of dryer

back panel. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector.

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.

Make Gas Connection

1. Remove the red cap from the gas pipe.

2. Using a wrench to tighten, connect the gas supply to the

dryer. Use pipe-joint compound on the threads of all nonflared male fittings. If flexible metal tubing is used, be sure there are no kinks.

A. Flared male fitting

B. Non-flared male fitting

NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must use pipe-joint compound resistant to the action of LP gas. Do not use TEFLON

†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

®†

tape.

A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect the

dryer to the existing gas line. Shown is a recommended connection. Your connection may be different, according to the supply line type, size and location.

4. Lay the dryer door on a flat, protected surface with the inside

door assembly facing up. Remove the 5 screws to release the outer door assembly

from the inner door assembly, as indicated below. See illustration. It is important that you remove only the 5 indicated screws.

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" flexible gas connector

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" dryer pipe

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" to

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" pipe elbow

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" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting

3. Open the shutoff valve in the supply line. The valve is open

when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.

A. Closed valve B. Open valve

4. Test all connections by brushing on an approved

noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leak found.

Reverse Door Swing

You can change your door swing from a right-side opening to a left-side opening, if desired.

NOTE: For ease of installation, you may want to use 2 or more people to remove and reattach the dryer door.

Remove the door

1. Place a towel or soft cloth on top of the dryer or work space

to protect the surface.

2. Open the dryer door. Remove the 5 screws that hold the door

hinge on the front panel of the dryer.

5. Lift the inner door assembly off of the outer door assembly.

Set the outer door assembly aside.

Reverse the hinge

1. Place the inner door, screw head side up, on the work space.

2. Remove the 4 hinge screws that hold the hinge to the door

and remove hinge.

A. Hinge side screw B. Locator pins on hinge

C. Top side screw

3. Move the large hole screw to the opposite side. Remove the

2 plug screws and plastic plugs, and insert them in the original screw holes on the opposite side.

3. Remove the door.

A. Dryer front panel B. Dryer door C. Screws

A. Hinge screws B. Large hole screw C. Plug screws and plastic plugs

4. Move hinge to the other side and reattach with the 4 screws

removed in Step 3. Make sure locator pins line up in holes and drive the top 2 screws in place first to help drive locator pins into proper location.

5. Set the inner door assembly aside.

Reverse the door handle

1. Place the outer door assembly face down on work space.

2. Remove the 6 screws that hold the intermediate door to the

outer door assembly. Remove the intermediate door, and set hinge shield aside. Remove the hinge hole cover.

A. Intermediate door B. Hinge shield

C. Hinge hole cover

NOTE: Two or more people may be needed to reattach the dryer door.

A. Dryer door B. Dryer front panel C. Insert this hinge screw first.

5. Close the door and check that it latches securely.

6. Check for fingerprints on the glass. Clean the glass if

necessary.

3. Rotate the window assembly 180º and reattach the

intermediate door, hinge shield and hinge hole cover with the 6 screws removed in Step 2.

Reinstalling the door

1. Place the inner door assembly into the outer door assembly.

To fit correctly, the inside door assembly edge is completely inside the outside door assembly edge.

2. Reassemble the inner and outer door assemblies with the

5screws.

3. Remove existing label from the opposite side of the door and

discard. Find label provided with the Use and Care Guide and apply over original hinge holes.

Complete Installation

1. 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. Be sure the water faucets are on.

4. Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucets and inlet

hoses.

5. Check the dryer’s final location. Be sure the vent is not

crushed or kinked.

6. Check that the dryer is level. See “Level Dryer.”

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

4. Align the door by placing the locating tabs on the hinge with

the locating holes on the dryer front panel. Insert and tighten the center hinge screw. The door will hang in place while you insert and tighten the remaining 4 screws.

7. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Turn on power.

8. Remove any protective film or tape remaining on the dryer.

9. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.

10. Read “Dryer Use.”

11. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to

remove any dust.

12. Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and start the dryer. Do not

select the Air Only Temperature setting.

If the dryer will not start, check the following:

■ Dryer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

■ Electrical supply is connected.

■ Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has

not tripped.

DRYER USE

■ Dryer door is closed.

13. 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 door. If you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check that the gas supply line shutoff valve is open.

■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is closed, open it, then

repeat the 5-minute test as outlined above.

■ If the gas supply line shutoff valve is open, contact a

qualified technician.

Starting Your Dryer

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.

Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing).

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

Follow these basic steps to start your dryer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information.

1. Clean lint screen before each load. See “Cleaning the Lint

Screen.”

2. Place laundry in dryer and shut door.

3. Press the POWER button. Then rotate the dial to select the

desired Auto or SteamCare Cycle. Press button on left of dial to select the desired Timed Cycle. The indicator light for the selected Auto or Timed Cycle will glow green. The indicator light for the selected SteamCare Cycle will glow blue.

WARNING

Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on

it (including cooking oils). Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried

on a clothesline or by using an Air Cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death

or fire.

The preset modifiers for the selected cycle will glow green. Selectable options will glow amber. If an option or modifier is unavailable with the selected cycle, the light will not illuminate. The estimated or actual cycle time (in minutes) will show in the display.

To use an Auto Cycle NOTE: A light next to each feature will glow green when the

feature is selected or will glow amber when the feature is selectable.

■ Select an Auto Cycle.

■ Select DRYNESS LEVEL to adjust how dry you want the

load. As the cycle runs, the control senses the dryness of the load and adjusts the time automatically for the selected dryness level.

NOTE: Most loads may be dried using the Normal dryness level, which is shown in bold letters on your control panel. Normal is the energy preferred dryness level and will use the least energy.

■ Select the desired Options.

To make changes during an Auto Cycle:

■ Press STOP once.

■ Adjust Dryness Level.

NOTE: Dryness Level selections can be made only while using Auto Cycles. You can select a different dryness level, depending on your load, by pressing Dryness Level and choosing More Dry, Normal or Less Dry. Selecting More Dry, Normal or Less Dry automatically adjusts the sensed time needed.

How Auto Dry works

SmartHeat™ improves drying performance with Auto Moisture Sensing Plus, which advances the cycle as moisture is extracted from clothing. A thermistor (electronic temperature sensor) and moisture sensing strips in the dryer drum help measure the amount of moisture in the clothes as they tumble. An electronic control determines the load type to help save time, avoid overdrying, and increase the accuracy of the end dryness level. After the first 5 minutes of an automatic cycle, the estimated time display will adjust based on the approximate load size, cycle, dryness level selected and amount of moisture left in the clothes. When the clothes have reached approximately 80% of the dryness level selected, the estimated time display will adjust again, showing the final drying time. Auto Moisture Sensing Plus takes the guesswork out of drying time and enhances fabric care.

To use a Timed Cycle NOTE: A light next to each feature will glow green when the

feature is selected or will glow amber when the feature is selectable.

■ Press a Timed Cycles button.

■ Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the desired drying

time is displayed. Tap MORE TIME or LESS TIME, and the time will change by 1-minute intervals. Press and hold MORE TIME or LESS TIME, and the time will change by 5-minute intervals.

NOTE: The More Time and Less Time buttons can be used only with Timed Cycles and the Touch Up Cycle.

■ Press TEMPERATURE until the desired temperature

glows.

NOTE: During a Timed Cycle, you can change the settings for Time, Temperature, WRINKLE GUARD

and End of Cycle Signal. Press STOP twice to stop the dryer and clear the settings. Select another cycle or option.

To use a SteamCare Cycle NOTE: A light next to each feature will glow green when the

feature is selected or will glow amber when the feature is selectable.

■ Press the POWER button. Then rotate the dial to select

the SteamCare Cycle. The indicator light for the selected cycle will glow blue. The preset modifiers for the selected cycle will glow green. Selectable options will glow amber. If an option or modifier is unavailable with the selected cycle, the light will not illuminate. The actual cycle time (in minutes) will show in the display.

■ Press MORE TIME or LESS TIME until the desired drying

time is displayed. Tap MORE TIME or LESS TIME, and the time will change by 1-minute intervals. Press and hold MORE TIME or LESS TIME, and the time will change by 5-minute intervals.

NOTE: The More Time and Less Time buttons can be used only with Timed Cycles and the Touch Up Cycle.

■ Press TEMPERATURE until the desired temperature

glows.

NOTE: During the Touch Up Cycle, you can change the settings for Time, Temperature, WRINKLE GUARD of Cycle Signal. During the Refresh Cycle you can change WRINKLE GUARD

and the End of Cycle Signal. Press STOP

and End

twice to stop the dryer and clear the settings. Select another cycle or option.

4. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, select OPTIONS. For more

details, see “Options.”

5. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, set the

End of Cycle Signal

. Select LOUD or SOFT by pressing the Cycle Signal button to alert you when a cycle ends.

6. Press and hold START for approximately 3 seconds until

dryer starts. Be sure the door is closed.

■ If you do not press START within 5 minutes of selecting

the cycle, the dryer automatically shuts off.

■ If you wish to end your drying cycle after pressing Start,

press STOP twice.

Stopping Your Dryer

To stop your dryer at any time

Press STOP twice or open the door.

Pausing or Restarting

To pause the dryer at any time

Open the door or press STOP once.

To restart the dryer

Close the door. Press and hold START until dryer starts. NOTE: Drying will continue from where the cycle was interrupted

if you close the door and press Start within 5 minutes. If the cycle is interrupted for more than 5 minutes, the dryer will shut off. Select new cycle settings before restarting the dryer.

Control Locked

This feature allows you to lock your settings to avoid unintended use of the dryer. You can also use the Control Locked feature to avoid unintended cycle or option changes during dryer operation.

To enable the Control Locked feature:

Press and hold CYCLE SIGNAL for 3 seconds. The Control Locked indicator light glows, and a single beep tone is heard. To unlock, press and hold CYCLE SIGNAL for 3 seconds. The indicator light turns off.

Drying and Cycle Tips

Select the correct cycle and dryness level or temperature for your load. If an Auto Cycle is running, the display shows the estimated cycle time, which is determined by your dryer automatically sensing the dryness level of your load. If a Timed Cycle or SteamCare Cycle is running, the display shows the exact number of minutes remaining in the cycle.

Cool Down tumbles the load without heat during the last few minutes of all cycles. Cool Down makes the loads easier to handle and reduces wrinkling. The length of the Cool Down depends on the load size and dryness level.

Drying tips

■ Follow care label directions when they are available.

■ If desired, add a fabric softener sheet. Follow package

instructions.

■ To reduce wrinkling, remove the load from the dryer as soon

as tumbling stops. This is especially important for permanent press, knits and synthetic fabrics.

■ Avoid drying heavy work clothes together with lighter fabrics.

This could cause overdrying of lighter fabrics and lead to increased shrinkage or wrinkling.

Cycle tips

■ Dry most loads using the preset cycle settings.

■ Refer to the Auto, Timed or SteamCare Cycles Preset

Settings chart (in the “Cycles” section) for a guide to drying various loads.

■ Drying temperature and Dryness Level are preset when

you choose an Auto Cycle. You can select a different dryness level, depending on your load, by pressing Dryness Level and choosing More Dry, Normal or Less Dry.

NOTE: You cannot use the Timed Cycle Adjust and you cannot modify temperature with the Auto Cycles.

■ If you wish to adjust the cycle length of a Timed Cycle,

press More Time or Less Time. Adjust the temperature of a Timed Cycle by pressing TEMPERATURE until the desired temperature is selected.

NOTE: You cannot use the Dryness Level with Timed or SteamCare Cycles.

■ In a Timed Cycle, the Wet light will glow green after 5 minutes

and remain on until the dryer enters Cool Down.

■ In a Steam Cycle, the Wet status light will glow green when

the water is being dispensed onto the load.

Damp

The Damp light glows green in an Auto Cycle when the laundry is approximately 80% dry. This is useful when you want to remove lightweight items in a mixed load to avoid overdrying or remove partially dry items that may need ironing. To be alerted when the load is about 80% dry, you may use the damp dry signal option. See Damp Dry Signal in “Options.” The Damp light glows green in a Steam Cycle after water is dispensed onto the load.

Cool Down

The Cool Down light glows green during the cool down part of the cycle. Laundry cools for ease in handling.

Clothes Dry

The Clothes Dry light glows green when the drying cycle is finished. This indicator stays on during WRINKLE GUARD

WRINKLE GUARD®

The WRINKLE GUARD® light glows green when this option is selected. This indicator stays on with Clothes Dry.

Sensing/Revising Est. Time

The Sensing/Revising Est. Time light glows green when moisture sensing strips in the dryer drum are measuring the amount of moisture in the clothes. The estimated time display may adjust to show a more accurate drying time.

Indicator lights

Other indicator lights show Cycle, Options, Modifiers, End of Cycle and Control Lock settings selected. The display shows the estimated or actual time remaining.

Cycles

Select the drying cycle that matches the type of load you are drying. See Auto Dry chart or Timed Preset Cycle Settings chart.

Status Lights

You may follow the progress of your dryer with the drying Status indicator lights.

Timed Cycle

The Timed Cycle light glows green during a Timed Cycle.

Wet

The Wet light glows green at the beginning of Auto Dry if a wet item is detected or in a timed cycle after 5 minutes.

■ In an Auto Cycle, if a wet item is not detected after 5 minutes,

the dryer will run for a preset minimum run time (based on the selected cycle and dryness level setting) and then go into Cool Down. The Cool Down and WRINKLE GUARD indicators will glow green, if selected.

Auto Cycles

Auto Cycles allow you to match the cycle to the load you are drying. See the following Auto Dry Preset Cycle Settings chart. Each cycle dries certain fabrics at the recommended temperature. A sensor detects the moisture in the load and automatically adjusts the drying time for optimal drying.

Normal

Use this cycle to get medium heat for drying sturdy fabrics such as work clothes and sheets.

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