Kenmore 110.C9586, 110.C9587 Owner's Manual

Gas Dryer

Use & Care Guide

Sécheuse à gaz

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

Models/Modèles 110.C9586✼, C9587✼ ✼ = color number/numéro de couleur

8562181A Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.ca

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

PEDESTAL OPTION WARRANTY.................................................3

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

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................5

Tools and Parts ............................................................................5

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

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

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

Gas Supply Requirements ...........................................................7

Venting Requirements..................................................................8

Plan Vent System .........................................................................9

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

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

Level Dryer................................................................................. 11

Make Gas Connection............................................................... 11

Connect Vent............................................................................. 12

Reverse Door Swing.................................................................. 12

Complete Installation................................................................. 13

DRYER USE ................................................................................. 14

Starting Your Dryer.................................................................... 14

Stopping Your Dryer.................................................................. 15

WARRANTY

Pausing or Restarting................................................................ 15

Control Locked .......................................................................... 15

Loading...................................................................................... 15

Drying and Cycle Tips ............................................................... 15

Status Lights.............................................................................. 15

Cycles ........................................................................................ 16

Options ...................................................................................... 17

Modifiers .................................................................................... 17

Changing Cycles, Options and Modifiers ................................. 17

End of Cycle Signal ................................................................... 18

TUMBLE FREE™ Heated Dryer Rack....................................... 18

DRYER CARE.............................................................................. 19

Cleaning the Dryer Location...................................................... 19

Cleaning the Lint Screen ........................................................... 19

Cleaning the Dryer Interior......................................................... 19

Removing Accumulated Lint ..................................................... 19

Vacation and Moving Care........................................................ 20

Changing the Drum Light .......................................................... 20

TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................. 20

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENTS................................................. 21

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

Full One-Year Warranty on Mechanical and Electrical Parts

For one year from date of purchase, when this dryer is installed and operated according to the instructions provided in this Use and Care Guide, Sears will repair this dryer, free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.

Service must be provided by a Sears Service Department in Canada or authorized agent.

NOTE: Exhausting this dryer with a plastic vent can void this warranty. See “Installation Instructions” for the complete exhaust requirements for this dryer.

Limited Two-Year Warranty on SENSOR SMART™ Electronic Control Board

For the second year from date of purchase, Sears will replace the electronic control board if defective in materials or workmanship. You will be charged for labor after the first year.

Warranty Restrictions

If the dryer is subject to other than private family use, the above warranty is effective for only 90 days.

Travel or transportation expenses for customers who reside in remote areas are not covered by this warranty.

Warranty Service

Warranty service is available by contacting the nearest Sears Service Center in Canada. This warranty applies only while the product is in use in Canada.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province.

Warranty terms may vary in Canada. For Sears Warranty information or to contact a Sears Service

Center, please reference the service numbers located on the back page of this manual.

Sears Canada Inc.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

Product Record

In the space following, record your complete model number, serial number, and purchase date. You can find this information on the model and serial number label, located at the top inside dryer door well.

Have this information available to help you quickly obtain assistance or service when you contact Sears concerning your appliance.

Model number 110. ______________________________________________

Serial number ___________________________________________________

Purchase date ___________________________________________________

Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference.

PEDESTAL OPTION WARRANTY

Full One-Year Warranty on Mechanical Parts

For one year from the date of purchase, supplier will repair or replace any of its mechanical parts if defective in material or workmanship. This Pedestal must be installed with this dryer according to the instructions provided in the Pedestal Installation Instructions.

Warranty Restriction

If the Pedestal is subject to other than private family use and/or used with any other product than those listed in the installation instructions, this warranty is null and void.

In the space following, record your complete model number, serial number, and purchase date. You can find this information on the model and serial number label.

Have this information available to help you quickly obtain assistance or service when you contact Sears concerning your appliance.

Model number 110.______________________________________________

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.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

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.

– 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.

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, 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,

SAVE THESE 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.

IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the Canadian Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.

The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the safety 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)

■ Level

Parts supplied

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

4 Leveling legs

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

■ ¹⁄₄" nut driver or socket

wrench

■ Knife

■ Pipe-joint compound

resistant to LP gas

■ Caulking gun and

compound (for installing new exhaust vent)

■ Pliers

Optional Pedestal

Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You can purchase a pedestal separately for this dryer. This pedestal will add about 14" (35.56 cm) to the height of your unit for a total height of approximately 52" (132.08 cm).

Optional pedestal

The pedestal is available in three colors:

White - Part Number 43002 Biscuit - Part Number 43004 Graphite - Part Number 43006

To order, call your local Sears store. For further information, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

(1-800-469-4663).

Location Requirements

WARNING

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)

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).

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. 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.

■ 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 Number 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 an additional 6" (15.24 cm).

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.

Installation clearances

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

Dryer Dimensions

50½" (128.27 cm)

Closet installation - Dryer only

14" max.

0" (0 cm)

18" min. (45.72 cm)

31½" (80 cm)

(35.6 cm)

0" (0 cm)

48 in.

(310 cm2)

24 in.

(155 cm2)

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

(7.6 cm)

3" (7.6 cm)

38" (96.52 cm)

*31½" (80.01 cm)

27" (68.6 cm)

*Most installations require a minimum 5½" (14 cm) clearance

behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See “Venting Requirements.”

Minimum installation spacing for recessed area, custom undercounter or closet installation

The dimensions shown following are for the minimum spacing allowed.

■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of

installation and servicing.

■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and

floor moldings.

■ Additional spacing of 1" (2.5 cm) on all sides of the dryer is

recommended 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" (0 cm)

Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal

14" max. (35.6 cm)

18" min. (45.72 cm)

0" (0 cm)

27" (68.6 cm)

0" (0 cm)

31½" (80 cm)

0" (0 cm)

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

Mobile home - additional installation requirements

This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Canadian Manufactured Home Standard, CAN/CSA-Z240 MH.

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 ordering information.

■ 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.

38" min (96.52 cm)

0" (0 cm)

27" (68.6 cm)

0" (0 cm)

Electrical Requirements

Gas Supply Requirements

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

Explosion Hazard Use a new AGA or CSA 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 the serving gas supplier.

Gas supply line

■ ½" IPS pipe is recommended.

■ ³⁄₈" approved tubing is acceptable for lengths under

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

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

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

■ Must include a shutoff valve:

An individual shutoff valve must be installed in accordance with the B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code. It is recommended that an individual manual shutoff valve be installed within 6 feet (1.8 m) of the dryer. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing.

³⁄₈

" flexible gas connector

³⁄₈

" pipe to flare adapter fitting

B. C.

¹⁄₈

" NPT minimum plugged tapping D. ½" NPT gas supply line E. Gas shutoff valve

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 B.T.U. 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 B.T.U. 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 ½ psi.

Gas supply connection requirements

There are many methods by which your gas dryer can be connected to the gas supply. Listed here are some guidelines for two different methods of connection.

Option 1 (Recommended method)

Flexible stainless steel gas connector:

■ If local codes permit, use a new flexible stainless steel gas

connector (Design Certified by the CSA International) to connect your dryer to the rigid gas supply line. Use an elbow and a ³⁄₈" flare x ³⁄₈" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to prevent kinking.

Option 2 (Alternate method)

Approved aluminum or copper tubing:

■ Lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) can use ³⁄₈" approved tubing (if

codes and gas supplier permit).

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

■ ³⁄₈" flare x ³⁄₈" NPT adapter fitting between dryer pipe and ³⁄₈"

approved 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 tubing.

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

®†

tape.

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

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.

4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended and are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.

DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your dealer. For further information, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

(1-800-469-4663)

■ The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,

or visit our Internet site at: www.sears.ca.

chimney, wall, ceiling, or a concealed space of a building.

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

■ Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or

floors.

■ Use clamps to seal all joints. Exhaust vent must not be

connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices which extend into the interior of the duct. Do not use duct tape.

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

must be an additional 14" (35.56 cm) from the floor.

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

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

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.

Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent. Rigid metal vent is recommended to prevent crushing and

kinking. Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when

the dryer is in its final position. Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance.

An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent 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, etc.).

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 metal or flexible metal vent.

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

Fire Hazard

Cover unused exhaust holes with one of the following kits:

279818 (white) 279915 (graphite) 279925 (biscuit) Contact your local dealer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.

Plan Vent System

Typical exhaust installations

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

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

E F G

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

with pedestal installations.)

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:

(1-800-469-4663).

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

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 following) is acceptable.

4" (10.2 cm)

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 length

1. 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. Avoid 90º turns when possible.

better

good

2½" (6.4 cm)

See the exhaust vent length chart that matches your hood type for the maximum vent lengths you can use.

Exhaust systems longer than specified will:

■ Shorten the life of the dryer.

■ Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and

increased energy usage.

3. Determine the number of elbows you will need. IMPORTANT: Do not use vent runs longer than specified in

the Vent Length Chart. The following chart helps you determine your maximum vent

length based on the number of 90° turns or elbows you will need and the type of vent (rigid or flexible metal) and hood that you will use.

Vent Length Chart

Number of 90º turns or elbows

0Rigid metal

1Rigid 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)

Angled hoods

58 ft (17.7 m) 28 ft (8.5 m)

48 ft (14.6 m) 23 ft (7 m)

2. Determine vent length

The maximum length of the exhaust system depends upon:

■ The type of vent (rigid metal or flexible metal).

■ The number of elbows used.

■ Type of hood.

2Rigid metal

Flexible metal

3Rigid metal

Flexible metal

4Rigid metal

Flexible metal

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)

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)

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.

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 length.” 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.

Level Dryer

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

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. See illustration.

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

Gently lay the dryer on the cardboard.

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

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.

NOTE: It might be necessary to level the dryer again after it has been moved into its final position.

Make Gas Connection

1. Remove the red cap from the gas pipe. Move the dryer close

to its final position.

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

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

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

A combination of pipe fittings must be used to connect the dryer to the existing gas line. Shown following is a recommended connection. Your connection may be different, according to the supply line type, size and location.

®†

tape.

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 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.

6. Once connection is made and dryer is in final location,

remove corner posts and cardboard.

For mobile home use

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

Mobile home installations require a Mobile Home Installation Kit. For more information, please reference the service numbers located on the back page of this manual.

³⁄₈

" flexible gas connector

³⁄₈

" dryer pipe

³⁄₈

" to

³⁄₈

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

when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.

" pipe elbow

³⁄₈

" pipe-to-flare adapter fitting

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.

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. Make sure the vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp.

2. Move dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink vent.

Make sure dryer is level.

3. (On gas models) Check to be sure there are no kinks in the

flexible gas line.

Reverse Door Swing

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

Reverse the hinge and hinge cover

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

2. Gently pull the plastic cover out and down. This unsnaps the

plastic hinge cover from the inside door assembly.

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 4 screws that hold the door

hinge on the front panel of the dryer. Loosen, but do not remove, the screw with the top keyhole opening last (2nd from the top).

A. Dryer B. Do not remove C. Dryer door

3. Lift and pull forward on the door so that the keyhole clears

the screw head. Remove the door.

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

door assembly facing up. Remove the last screw from Step 2. Remove the 6 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 6 indicated screws.

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

4. Move the 2 large hole screw plugs to the opposite side and

insert in the original screw holes.

A. Hinge screws B. Hole screw plugs

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

Set the outer door assembly aside.

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

removed in Step 3.

6. Reverse the plastic cover. Slide it up over the inner door

assembly edge and gently snap into place.

7. Set the inner door assembly aside.

Reverse the door handle

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

2. Remove the 2 screws that hold the door handle and the

2 screws holding the hole plugs. If hole plugs do not easily fall out after screws are removed, insert a small screwdriver into the holes and gently push the plugs out.

A. Door handle B. Hole plugs

3. Move the door handle to the other side and reattach with the

2 screws removed from the door handle in Step 2.

4. Move the hole plugs to the new hinge side and attach with

the 2 screws removed from the hole plugs in Step 2.

Reinstalling the door

1. Check for fingerprints on the glass. Clean if necessary.

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

Align the hinge cover and hinge in the openings on each side. To fit correctly, the inside door assembly edge is completely inside the outside door assembly edge.

3. Reassemble the inner and outer door assemblies with the

6screws.

4. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove plug strip from

the door opening. Slide the head of the screwdriver under the top portion of the plug strip, being careful not to scratch the dryer surface. Lift up. Repeat in the middle and at the bottom. Remove the plug strip in the door opening and insert in the opposite side.

5. Insert a screw in the 2nd opening from the top of the hinge

opening and partially tighten. Hang the door by placing the top hinge keyhole over the 2nd screw head and tighten the screw. By putting this screw in first, the door will hang in place while you insert and tighten the remaining 4 screws.

A. Dryer door

B. Dryer

C. Insert this screw first

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

Complete Installation

1. Check to be sure all parts are now installed. If there is an

extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.

2. Check to be sure 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 to be sure the dryer is level. See “Level Dryer.”

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

7. Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape

remaining on the dryer.

8. Read “Dryer Use.”

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

remove any dust.

10. Set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for

20 minutes and start the dryer.

If the dryer will not start, check the following:

■ Dryer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

■ Electrical supply is connected.

■ House 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 do not feel heat, turn the dryer off and check to see 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.

DRYER USE

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.

3. Press the selected cycle pad. The preset settings for Auto Dry

Cycles or Manual Cycles will glow. The estimated or actual cycle time (in minutes) will show in the display.

To use an Auto Dry Cycle

■ Select an Auto Dry Cycle.

■ Select AUTO DRY 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.

■ Select the desired Options.

To make changes during an Auto Dry Cycle:

■ Press PAUSE/CANCEL.

■ Adjust Auto Dry Level and/or Options.

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

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.

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 or after each cycle. See “Cleaning

the Lint Screen.”

2. Place laundry into dryer and shut door. See “Loading.”

To use a Manual Cycle

■ Select a Manual Cycle.

■ 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 features can be used only with Manual Cycles.

■ Press TEMPERATURE until the desired temperature

glows.

NOTE: During a Manual Cycle, you can change the settings for Time, Temperature, WRINKLE GUARD Signal. Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice to stop the dryer and clear the settings. Select another cycle or option.

and End of Cycle

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