Kenmore 41761712511, 41761722511, 41761723511, 41771712512, 41771722512 Installation Guide

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Installation Instructions
Instrucciones de Instalación
Instructions d’Installation

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Kenmore

Laundry Center
Centro de Lavanderia
Combinaison laveuse/sécheuse

P/N A06161001A (1604)
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoff man Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com

www.sears.com

Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fi re or explosion or to prevent
property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Do not store or use gasoline or other fl ammable vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WARNING - RISK OF FIRE

Read all of the following instructions before installing and using this appliance:

• Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the laundry center is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers causing suff ocation. Place all materi-
als in a garbage container or make materials inaccessible to children.

• Clothes dryer installation and service must be performed by a qualifi ed installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

• Install the appliance according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.

• The electrical service to the appliance must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada, the Canadian electrical code C22.1 part 1.

• The gas service to the dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the National Fuel
Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, or in Canada, CAN/ACG B149.1-2000. An individual manual shut-off valve must be installed
within 6 ft (1.83 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

• The laundry center is designed under ANSI Z 21.5.1 or ANSI/UL 2158 - CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 112 (latest editions) for
HOME USE only. This dryer is not recommended for commercial applications such as restaurants, beauty salons, etc.

• Do not install a clothes dryer with fl exible plastic or fl exible foil venting material. Flexible venting materials are
known to collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airfl ow and increase
the risk of fi re.

• The instructions in this manual and all other literature included with this appliance are not meant to cover every
possible condition and situation that may occur. Good safe practice and caution MUST be applied when installing,
operating and maintaining any appliance.

CAUTION

EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD

To avoid back or other injury, have more than one
person move or lift the appliance.

Pre-Installation Requirements

Tools and materials needed for installation:

• Adjustable pliers

• Phillips, straight, & square bit screw­drivers

• Adjustable wrench

• Pipe wrench for gas supply (gas
dryer)

• LP-resistant thread tape (for natural
gas or LP supply, gas dryer)

Hoses are not included with washer purchase. See “Accessories”
section for various inlet hose kits to fi t your specifi c installation.

• Carpenter’s level

• External vent hood

• 4-inch (102 mm), rigid metal or
semi-rigid metal exhaust duct work

• 3-wire or 4-wire 240 volt cord kit
(electric dryer)

• 4 in. (10.2 cm) clamp

NOTE

Save these instructions for

future reference.

• Gas line shutoff valve (gas dryer)

• ½ NPT union fl are adapters (x2)
and fl exible gas supply line (gas
dryer)

• Metal foil tape (not duct tape)

• Inlet hoses (x2)

2

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

Please read all instructions before using this appliance.

Recognize safety symbols, words
and labels

Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with
a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as
described below:

Defi nitions

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.

DANGER

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.

IMPORTANT

IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or
maintenance information which is important but not
hazard-related.

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ........................................ 2-3

Installation Requirements ............................................. 4-12

Unpacking laundry center ............................................... 13

Installation Instructions ................................................14-19

Accessories ....................................................................... 20

Notes .................................................................................. 21

Spanish .............................................................................. 22

Français ............................................................................. 42

Installation Checklist

Shipping Hardware

 Foam shipping restraint (inside wash tub) removed

and stored

 Foam shipping support (underneath appliance)

removed and stored

Leveling

 Laundry Center is level, side-to-side and front-to-back
 Cabinet is setting solid on all corners

Water Supply

 Use only new hoses and verify rubber sealing washers

are installed

 HOT supply is connected to HOT inlet and COLD

supply is connected to COLD inlet

 HOT and COLD water supply turned on
 No leaks present at water supply connections or

appliance inlet connections - recheck in 24 hours

Drain

 Stand pipe or wall drain height minimum 33”
 Drain hose secured in place with cable tie (shipped in

drum)

Exhaust Venting

 Free-fl owing, clear of lint buildup
 4 inch (102 mm) rigid or semi-rigid ducting of minimal

length and turns

 NO foil or plastic venting material
 Approved vent hood exhausted to outdoors

Gas Supply (Gas Dryer)

 Manual shutoff valve present in supply
 All connections sealed with approved sealer and

wrench tight

 Conversion kit for LP system
 Gas supply turned on
 No leaks present at all connections -

check with soapy water, NEVER check with fl ame

240v Electric Supply (Electric Dryer)

 Approved NEMA 10-30R or 14-30R service cord with

all screws tight on terminal block

 Approved strain relief installed
 Terminal access cover installed before initial operation

Electrical Power

 House power turned on
 Laundry Center plugged in

Final Checks

 Installation Instructions and

thoroughly

 Water enters tub when cycle starts with lid lowered.

Dryer door latches and drum tumbles when cycle starts.

Use and Care Guide

read

3

Installation Requirements

NOTE

Because of potentially inconsistent voltage capabilities, the use of this dryer with power created by gas powered
generators, solar powered generators, wind powered generators or any other generator other than the local utility
company is not recommended.

Electrical requirements for Laundry Center with electric dryer

CIRCUIT - Individual 30 amp. branch circuit fused with 30 amp. time delay fuses or circuit breakers.
POWER SUPPLY - 3-wire or 4-wire, 240 volt, single phase, 60 Hz, Alternating Current.

IMPORTANT

This laundry center is internally grounded to neutral unless it was manufactured for sale in Canada.
Only a 4-conductor cord shall be used when the appliance is installed in a location where grounding through the neutral

conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the neutral link is prohibited for: (1) new branch circuit installations, (2) mobile
homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral.

OUTLET RECEPTACLE - NEMA 10-30R or NEMA 14-30R receptacle to be located so the power supply cord is accessible

when the dryer is in the installed position.

GROUNDING CONNECTION - See “Grounding requirements” in Electrical Installation section.

3-WIRE POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT (not supplied)

3-wire receptacle

(NEMA type 10-30R)

The dryer MUST employ a 3-conductor power
supply cord NEMA 10-30 type SRDT rated at 240
volt AC minimum, 30 amp, with 3 open end spade
lug connectors with upturned ends or closed loop
connectors and marked for use with clothes dryers. For
3-wire cord connection instructions see ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS FOR A 3-WIRE SYSTEM.

4-WIRE POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT (not supplied)

4-wire receptacle

(NEMA type 14-30R)

The dryer MUST employ a 4-conductor power supply
cord NEMA 14-30 type SRDT or ST (as required) rated
at 240 volt AC minimum, 30 amp, with 4 open end
spade lug connectors with upturned ends or closed loop
connectors and marked for use with clothes dryers. For
4-wire cord connection instructions see ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS FOR A 4-WIRE SYSTEM.

NOTE

Laundry centers manufactured for sale in Canada have
factory-installed, 4-wire power supply cord (NEMA 14­30R).

4

Installation Requirements

Grounding type

ll receptacle

wer cord with

3-prong grgr

ounded plug

Do not,

under

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cumstances,

cut,

removeve,

or b

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ounding pr

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Electrical requirements for Laundry Center with gas dryer

CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized and grounded 15

amp. branch circuit fused with 15 amp. time delay fuse
or circuit breaker.

POWER SUPPLY - 2-wire, with ground, 120 volt, single

phase, 60 Hz, Alternating Current.

POWER SUPPLY CORD - The dryer is equipped with a 120

volt 3-wire power cord.

GROUNDING CONNECTION - See “Grounding

requirements” in Electrical Installation section.

Gas supply requirements

Grounding type
wawall receptacl

PoPower cord with
3-prong

Do not,
anany cir
cut,

remo

or b

ypass th

grgrounding pr

ounded plug

under

cumstances,

ong.

WARNING

EXPLOSION HAZARD

Uncoated copper tubing will corrode when subjected
to natural gas, causing gas leaks. Use ONLY black iron,
stainless steel, or plastic-coated brass piping for gas
supply.

1 Installation MUST conform with local codes, or in

the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition).

2 The gas supply line should be 1/2 inch (1.27 cm)

pipe.

3 If codes allow, fl exible metal tubing may be used to

connect your dryer to the gas supply line. The tubing
MUST be constructed of stainless steel or plastic­coated brass.

4 The gas supply line MUST have an individual shutoff

valve.

5 A 1/8 inch (0.32 cm) N.P.T. plugged tapping,

accessible for test gauge connection, MUST be
installed immediately upstream of the gas supply
connection to the dryer.

6 The dryer MUST be disconnected from the gas

supply piping system during any pressure testing
of the gas supply piping system at test pressures in
excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).

7 The dryer MUST be isolated from the gas supply

piping system during any pressure testing of the gas
supply piping system at test pressures equal to or
less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).

8 Connections for the gas supply must comply with the

Standard for Connectors for Gas Appliances, ANSI
Z21.24.

Water supply requirements

Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within 42
inches (107 cm) of your washer’s water inlet. The faucets
MUST be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) with threading for laundry
hose connection. Water pressure MUST be between 10 psi
(0.69 bars) and 120 psi (8.27 bars). Pressure diff erence
between hot and cold cannot be more than 10 psi. Your
water department can advise you of your water pressure.

NOTE

Washers connected to water supplies with lower inlet
pressure will experience longer fi lling times and may not
complete cycles as quickly.

5

Installation Requirements

Drain system requirements

1 Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per

minute.

2 A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm) minimum.
3 The standpipe height above the fl oor should be:

Minimum height: 33 in. (84 cm)
Maximum height: 96 in. (244 cm)

NOTE

For installations requiring a longer drain hose, have
a qualifi ed technician install hose P/N 134592700,
available from Sears Parts & Repair. Call 1-800-4-MY­HOME. For drain systems in the fl oor, install a syphon
break kit available from Sears Parts & Repair.

96”

(244cm)

max.

33”

(84cm)

min.

Exhaust system requirements

Use only 4 inch (102 mm) diameter rigid or fl exible
metal duct and approved vent hood which has a swing­out damper(s) that open when the dryer is in operation.
When the dryer stops, the dampers automatically close
to prevent drafts and the entrance of insects and rodents.
To avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a minimum of 12
inches (30.5 cm) clearance between the vent hood and the
ground or any other obstruction.

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

Failure to follow these instructions can create excessive
drying times and fi re hazards.

The following are specifi c requirements for proper and
safe operation of your laundry center.

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

Do not install a clothes dryer with fl exible plastic or
metal foil venting materials. Flexible venting materials
are known to collapse, be easily crushed and trap lint.
These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airfl ow and
increase the risk of fi re.

Correct

If your present system is made up of plastic duct or metal
foil duct, replace it with a rigid or semi-rigid metal duct.
Also, ensure the present duct is free of any lint prior to
installing dryer duct.

Incorrect

6

Exhaust system requirements, continued

Installation Requirements

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

A clothes dryer must be exhausted outdoors. Do not
exhaust dryer into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic,
a crawl space or any concealed space of a building. A
clothes dryer produces combustible lint. If the dryer is
not exhausted outdoors, some fi ne lint will be expelled
into the laundry area. An accumulation of lint in any
area of the home can create a health and fi re hazard.

The dryer must be connected to an exhaust outdoors.
Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove
any accumulation of lint around the outdoor exhaust
opening and in the surrounding area.

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

• Do not allow combustible materials (for example:
clothing, draperies/curtains, paper) to come in
contact with exhaust system. The dryer MUST NOT
be exhausted into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, or any
concealed space of a building which can accumulate
lint, resulting in a fi re hazard.

• Do not screen the exhaust ends of the vent system, or
use any screws, rivets or other fasteners that extend
into the duct to assemble the exhaust system. Lint can
become caught in the screen, on the screws or rivets,
clogging the duct work and creating a fi re hazard
as well as increasing drying times. Use an approved
vent hood to terminate the duct outdoors, and seal
all joints with metal foil duct tape. All male duct pipe
fi ttings MUST be installed downstream with the fl ow
of air.

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

Exceeding the length of duct pipe or number of elbows
allowed in the “MAXIMUM LENGTH” charts can cause
an accumulation of lint in the exhaust system. Plugging
the system could create a fi re hazard, as well as
increase drying times.

MAXIMUM LENGTH

Number of 90° turns

0 56 ft. (17 m) 42 ft. (13 m)

1 48 ft. (14.5 m) 34 ft. (10.5 m)
2 40 ft. (12 m) 26 ft. (8 m)
3 32 ft. (9.5 m) 18 ft. (5.5 m)

of 4” (102 mm) Rigid Metal Duct

VENT HOOD TYPE

(Preferred)

4”

(10.2 cm)

louvered

2.5”

(6.35cm)

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

• Do not install fl exible plastic or fl exible foil venting
material.

• If installing semi-rigid venting, do not exceed 8 ft.
(2.4 m) duct length.

WARNING

FIRE HAZARD

• Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result
in serious injury, death, or property damage.

• Do not install a booster fan in dryer exhaust duct.

• Install all clothes dryers in accordance with the
installation instructions in this manual.

7

Installation Requirements

Exhaust system requirements, continued

Install male fi ttings in correct direction:

CORRECT

In installations where the exhaust system is not described
in previous pages, the following method must be used to
determine if the exhaust system is acceptable:

1 Connect an inclined or digital manometer between

the dryer and the point the exhaust connects to the
dryer.

2 Set the dryer timer and temperature to air fl uff and

start the dryer.

3 Read the measurement on the manometer.
4 The system back pressure MUST NOT be higher

than 0.6 inches of water column. If the system back
pressure is less than 0.6 inches of water column, the
system is acceptable. If the manometer reading is
higher than 0.6 inches of water column, the system
is too restrictive and the installation is unacceptable.

Although vertical orientation of the exhaust system is
acceptable, certain extenuating circumstances could aff ect
the performance of the dryer:

• Only rigid metal duct work should be used.

• Venting vertically through a roof may expose the
exhaust system to down drafts causing an increase
in vent restriction.

• Running the exhaust system through an uninsulated
area may cause condensation and faster
accumulation of lint.

• Compression or crimping of the exhaust system will
cause an increase in vent restriction.

• The exhaust system should be inspected and
cleaned a minimum of every 18 months with normal
usage. The more the dryer is used, the more often
you should check the exhaust system and vent hood
for proper operation.

INCORRECT

Exhaust direction

The laundry center may be exhausted four (4) ways with
rear fl ush installation:

1. Straight back

2. Down (8 inch [20.3 cm] length of 4 inch diameter [102
mm] rigid duct and 1 elbow down)

3. Left (8 inch [20.3 cm] length of 4 inch diameter [102
mm] rigid duct, 1 elbow down and 1 elbow left)

4. Right (8 inch [20.3 cm] length of 4 inch diameter [102
mm] rigid duct, 1 elbow down and 1 elbow right)

To exhaust up, add an 11 inch (28 cm) length of standard
4 inch (102 mm) diameter duct and a 90° elbow. The unit
will be positioned about 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) away from
the wall (fl ush to wall exhausting may be done by going
below the dryer then sideways).

An exhaust hood positioned to line up with the dryer
exhaust can be installed directly through the outside wall.
To exhaust to the side or down, add an 8 inch (20.3 cm)
length of standard 4 inch (102 mm) diameter duct and a
90° elbow.

See also Clearance Requirements on the next page.

8

Manufactured or mobile home installation

Installation Requirements

1 Installation MUST conform to current Manufactured

Home Construction & Safety Standard, Title 24
CFR, Part 32-80 (formerly the Federal Standard for
Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD
Part 280) or Standard CAN/CSAZ240 MH.

2 Dryer MUST be exhausted outside (outdoors, not

beneath the mobile home) using metal ducting that
will not support combustion. Metal ducting must be
4 inches (10.16 cm) in diameter with no obstructions.
Rigid metal duct is preferred.

3 If dryer is exhausted through the fl oor and area

beneath the mobile home is enclosed, the exhaust

Installation in a Recess or Closet

1 A dryer installed in a bedroom, bathroom, recess or

closet, MUST be exhausted outdoors.

2 No other fuel burning appliance shall be installed in

the same closet as the gas dryer.

3 Your dryer needs the space around it for proper

ventilation.

DO NOT install your dryer in a closet with a solid door.
4 Closet door ventilation required: A minimum of

120 square inches (774.2 cm²) of opening, equally
divided at the top and bottom of the door, is
required. Openings should be located 3 inches (7.6
cm) from bottom and top of door. Openings are
required to be unobstructed when a door is installed.
A louvered door with equivalent air openings for the
full length of the door is acceptable.

system MUST terminate outside the enclosure with
the termination securely fastened to the mobile
home structure.

4 Refer to previous sections in this guide for other

important exhaust venting system requirements.

5 When installing a gas dryer into a mobile home, a

provision must be made for outside make up air. This
provision is to be not less than twice the area of the
dryer exhaust outlet.

6 Installer MUST anchor this laundry center to the

fl oor with approved Mobile Home Installation Kit ­P/N 137067200.

3”

(7.6cm)

60 sq. in.

(387.1cm²)

60 sq. in.

(387.1cm²)

Clearance requirements

IMPORTANT

DO NOT INSTALL YOUR LAUNDRY CENTER:

1 In an area exposed to dripping water or outside

weather conditions. The ambient temperature
should never be below 60° F (15.6° C) to
maximize detergent eff ectiveness.

2 In an area where it will come in contact with

curtains, drapes, or anything that will obstruct the
fl ow of combustion and ventilation air.

3 On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum

slope of 1 inch (2.5 cm). To minimize vibration
or movement, reinforcement of the fl oor may be
necessary.

3”

(7.6cm)

closet door

WARNING

EXPLOSION HAZARD

Do not install the dryer where gasoline or other
fl ammables are kept or stored. If the dryer is installed
in a garage, it must be a minimum of 18 inches (45.7
cm) above the fl oor. Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, fi re or burns.

9

Installation Requirements

Clearance requirements, continued

MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES - Inches (cm)

SIDES REAR TOP FRONT

Alcove 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm) 1” (2.5 cm) n/a

Closet 0” (0 cm) 0” (0 cm) 1” (2.5 cm) 1” (2.5 cm)

1”

(2.5 cm)

0”

(0 cm)

0”

(0 cm)

1”

(2.5 cm)

Laundry Center Dimensions

gas supply

pipe on rear

of gas unit

(45 cm)

77”

(196.5 cm)

17.6”

power cord
attachment

location on rear

of unit

1

23”

(58.5 cm)

9.4”

(24 cm)

5.5”

(14 cm)

4 in. (102 mm)

exhaust vent on

drain hose retention

rear of unit

water supply

connection on

rear of washer

clamp on rear of

washer

2

45”

(114 cm)

55.75”

(141.5 cm)

47.5” (120.5 cm)

center line height

for 4 in. (102 mm)

exhaust outlet

43.5”

(110.5 cm)

38”

(96.5 cm)

27” (68.5 cm)

1

Power supply cord length on gas unit approximately 60 inches (152.5 cm).

2

Loose drain hose length beyond clamp approximately 51.5 inches (131 cm).

31.5” (80 cm)

10

Electrical installation

The following are specifi c requirements for proper and
safe electrical installation of your dryer. Failure to follow
these instructions can create electrical shock and/or a fi re
hazard.

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

• This appliance MUST be properly grounded.
Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly
grounded. Follow the instructions in this manual for
proper grounding.

• Do not use an extension cord with this dryer. Some
extension cords are not designed to withstand the
amounts of electrical current this dryer utilizes
and can melt, creating electrical shock and/
or fi re hazard. Locate the dryer within reach of
the receptacle for the length power cord to be
purchased, allowing some slack in the cord. Refer to
the pre-installation requirements in this manual for
the proper power cord to be purchased.

Installation Requirements

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

• A U.L.-approved strain relief must be installed onto
power cord. If the strain relief is not attached, the
cord can be pulled out of the dryer and can be cut
by any movement of the cord, resulting in electrical
shock.

• Do not use an aluminum wired receptacle with a
copper wired power cord and plug (or vice versa).
A chemical reaction occurs between copper and
aluminum and can cause electrical shorts. The proper
wiring and receptacle is a copper wired power cord
with a copper wired receptacle.

NOTE

Dryers operating on 208 volt power supply will have
longer drying times than dryers operating on 240 volt
power supply.

Grounding requirements - Electric dryer (USA)

WARNING

Improper grounding of the dryer may cause serious injury
or death. Check with a licensed electrician if you are in
doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:

1 The dryer MUST be grounded. In the event of a

2 After you purchase and install a 3 wire or 4 wire

3 DO NOT modify the plug you’ve installed on this

For a permanently connected dryer:
1 The dryer MUST be connected to a grounded

malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electrical shock by a path of least
resistance for electrical current.

power supply cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug that matches your
wiring system, the plug MUST be plugged into
an appropriate, copper wired receptacle that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances. If in doubt, call a
licensed electrician.

appliance. If it will not fi t the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualifi ed electrician.

metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment
grounding conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the equipment­grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

11

Grounding type

ll receptacle

wer cord with

3-prong grgr

ounded plug

Do not,

under

y cir

cumstances,

cut,

removeve,

or b

ypass the

ounding pr

ong.

Installation Requirements

Grounding requirements - Electric dryer (Canada)

WARNING

Improper grounding of the dryer may cause serious injury
or death. Check with a licensed electrician if you are in
doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

1 The dryer MUST be grounded. In the event of a

malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of
least resistance for electrical current.

2 Since your dryer is equipped with a power supply

cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and
a grounding plug, the plug must be plugged into
an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances. If in doubt, call a licensed electrician.

3 DO NOT modify the plug provided with this

appliance. If it will not fi t the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualifi ed electrician.

Grounding requirements - Gas dryer (USA and Canada)

1 The dryer is equipped with a three-prong

For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:

Grounding type
wawall receptacl

Do not,

under

anany cir

cumstances,

cut,

remo

or b

ypass th

grgrounding pr

ong.

(grounding) plug for your protection against shock
hazard and should be plugged directly into a
properly grounded three-prong receptacle.

2 The plug must be plugged into an appropriate

outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If
in doubt, call a licensed electrician.

3 DO NOT modify the plug provided with this

appliance. If it will not fi t the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualifi ed electrician.

PoPower cord with
3-prong

ounded plug

WARNING

Improper grounding of the dryer may cause serious injury
or death. Check with a licensed electrician if you are in
doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

12

Unpacking Instructions

Unpacking Laundry Center

1. If foam tub block has been removed, reinsert it now
and retape the lid securely.

2. Carefully cut the front and back corners of the left
side of the remaining cardboard.

FRONT

3. With help from a second person, carefully tip the
laundry center slightly to the left as shown in the
picture below. First remove the foam shipping support
to the right side only and then remove the foam base.
Save these items for future use.

4. Carefully lower the laundry center to an upright
position and remove the tape holding the lid shut.
Remove the foam tub block and other tub contents.

NOTE

If the laundry center is to be transported at a later date,
the tub blocking pad, foam base and tub support should
be retained.

5. From the back of the washer, remove the wire shipping
clip securing the drain hose.

6. DO NOT remove the PLASTIC CLAMP which secures the
drain hose to the right side of the washer backsheet. It
helps form a standpipe to prevent water siphoning.

1

PLASTIC

CLIP

Pull out

RIGHT side

ONLY!

2

7. Carefully move the laundry center to within 4 feet of

3

13

the fi nal location for the start of the installation.

WIRE CLIP

Installation Instructions

Gas connection

1 Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear

of the dryer.

IMPORTANT

DO NOT connect the dryer to L.P. gas service without
converting the gas valve. An L.P. conversion kit must be
installed by a qualifi ed gas technician.

2 Connect a 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid or

approved pipe from gas supply line to the 3/8 inch
(0.96 cm) pipe located on the back of the dryer. Use
a 1/2 inch to 3/8 inch (1.27 cm to 0.96 cm) reducer
for the connection. Apply an approved thread sealer
that is resistant to the corrosive action of liquefi ed
gases on all pipe connections.

Closed

Manual
Shuto

Valve

Open

Flare

Union

All connections must be wrench-tightened

elppiN

GAS FLOW

Flexible

Connector

Flare

Union

Inlet Pipe on

Back of Dryer

3 Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line to

allow gas to fl ow through the pipe. Wait a few
minutes for gas to move through the gas line.

to dryer

from gas supply

Shuto Valve -

Open position

4 Check for gas system leaks with a manometer. If a

manometer is not available, test all connections by
brushing on a soapy water solution.

WARNING

EXPLOSION HAZARD

NEVER test for gas leaks with an open fl ame.

IMPORTANT

The supply line must be equipped with an approved
manual shutoff valve. This valve should be located in the
same room as the dryer and should be in a location that
allows ease of opening and closing. Do not block access
to the gas shutoff valve.

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Electrical connection (non-Canada) - 3 wire cord

Neutral

(center wire)

30 AMP

NEMA 10-30

3-wire receptacle

(NEMA type 10-30R)

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Failure to disconnect power source before servicing
could result in personal injury or even death.

1 Turn off power supply to outlet.
2 Remove the screw securing the terminal block access

cover in the lower corner on the back of the dryer.

3 Install a UL-approved strain relief according to the

power cord/strain relief manufacturer’s instructions
in the power cord entry hole below the access panel.
At this time, the strain relief should be loosely in
place.

4 Thread an UNPLUGGED, UL-approved, 30 amp.

power cord, NEMA 10-30 type SRDT, through the
strain relief.

5 Attach the power cord neutral (center wire)

conductor to the SILVER colored center terminal on
the terminal block. Tighten the screw securely.

6 Attach the remaining two power cord outer

conductors to the outer, BRASS colored terminals on
the terminal block. Tighten both screws securely.

Installation Instructions

30 AMP

NEMA 10-30

Neutral

(center wire)

Neutral

terminal

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

• Do not make a sharp bend or crimp wiring/conductor
at connections.

• DO NOT remove the internal ground from the GREEN
screw next to the terminal block.

7 Follow manufacturer’s guidelines for fi rmly securing

the strain relief and power cord.

8 Reinstall the terminal block cover.

IMPORTANT

If moving dryer from a 4-wire system and installing it
in a 3-wire system, move the internal ground from the
center terminal back to the GREEN screw next to the
terminal block.

DO NOT remove

internal ground in a

3-wire system!

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Installation Instructions

Neutral

(WHITE wire)

30 AMP

NEMA 14-30

Ground

(GREEN wire)

Electrical connection (non-Canada) - 4 wire cord

4-wire receptacle

(NEMA type 14-30R)

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Failure to disconnect power source before servicing
could result in personal injury or even death.

1 Turn off power supply to outlet.
2 Remove the screw securing the terminal block access

cover in the lower corner on the back of the dryer.

3 Install a UL-approved strain relief according to the

power cord/strain relief manufacturer’s instructions
in the power cord entry hole below the access panel.
At this time, the strain relief should be loosely in
place.

4 Thread an UNPLUGGED, UL-approved, 30 amp.

power cord, NEMA 14-30 type ST or SRDT, through
the strain relief.

5 Disconnect the dryer internal ground wire (WHITE)

from the ground screw (GREEN) next to the terminal
block.

6 Attach the power cord ground wire (GREEN) to the

ground screw (GREEN) next to the terminal block.
Tighten the screw securely.

7 Move the dryer internal ground wire (WHITE) to the

terminal block and attach it along with the neutral
(WHITE) power cord wire conductor to the center,
SILVER colored terminal on the terminal block.
Tighten the screw securely.

8 Attach the RED and BLACK power cord conductors

to the outer, BRASS colored terminals on the terminal
block. Tighten both screws securely.

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Do not make a sharp bend or crimp wiring/conductor at
connections.

GREEN

ground screw

ground wire

Move internal ground
(WHITE) wire to neutral
(silver) terminal for
4-wire system

30 AMP

NEMA 14-30

GREEN

BLACK
or RED

power wire

Ground

(GREEN wire)

Neutral

(WHITE wire)

Neutral

terminal

WHITE

neutral wire

BLACK
or RED

power wire

9 Follow manufacturer’s guidelines for fi rmly securing

the strain relief and power cord.

10 Reinstall the terminal block cover.

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Leveling your laundry center

Excessive noise and vibration can be prevented by
properly leveling the laundry center.

1 With the laundry center within 4 feet (1 m) of its

fi nal location, place a level on top of the washer lid.

2 Use adjustable pliers to adjust the leveling legs so

the laundry center is level front-to-rear and side-to­side, and stable corner-to-corner.

3 Press down on alternate corners and sides and feel

for the slightest movement. Adjust the appropriate
leg(s) so the laundry center sits solidly on the fl oor
on ALL four legs. Keep the leveling leg extension at
a minimum for best performance of the washer.

Installation Instructions

a

c

b

raise

d

lower

Connecting inlet water

1 Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to

fl ush the water lines and remove particles that might
clog the water valve screens and to determine which
faucet is hot and which is cold supply.

RUBBER WASHERS
MUST BE PRESENT

USE ONLY

NEW HOSES

NOTE

Hoses are not included with laundry center purchase.
See “Accessories” section for various inlet hose kits to fi t
your specifi c installation.

2 Connect the HOT inlet hose to the HOT inlet

connection on the washer and the COLD inlet
hose to the COLD inlet connection on the washer.
Tighten by hand until snug. Then tighten each supply
connection another 2/3 turn with pliers. Do not cross

thread or over-tighten these connections.

3 Connect the HOT inlet hose to the HOT water supply

and the COLD inlet hose to the COLD water supply.
Tighten by hand until snug. Then tighten each supply
connection another 2/3 turn with pliers. Do not
bend, kink or pinch water inlet hoses.

4 Turn on the water and check for leaks.

a

e

“H”

(HOT)

c

b

d

“C”

(COLD)

f

g

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Installation Instructions

Connecting venting

1 Remove the two screws (items A, to the right)

securing the dryer front access panel to the
dryer cabinet. Lift the panel until the tabs can be
disengaged from the cabinet, remove the panel and
set aside.

2 Connect the exhaust duct to the outside exhaust

system. Use of a 4” (10.2 cm) clamp (item B, to the
right) is recommended to connect the dryer to the
exhaust vent system. Use metal foil tape to seal all
other joints.

3 Reinstall the dryer front access panel.
4 Carefully slide the laundry center to its fi nal position.

Recheck for level and rock corners for stability.

A

A

B

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Connecting drain and electrical

Grounding type

ll receptacle

wer cord with

3-prong grgr

ounded plug

Do not,

under

y cir

cumstances,

cut,

removeve,

or b

ypass the

ounding pr

ong.

1 Form a “U” shape on the end of the drain hose with the

hose pointed toward the drain. Place the formed end in
a laundry tub or a standpipe and secure the drain hose
with the cable tie (provided in the enclosure package)
to the standpipe, inlet hose, laundry tub, etc. so the hose
does not pull out from the force of the water.

Installation Instructions

NOTE

The standpipe inside diameter must be 1-1/4” (3.2 cm)
minimum. There must be an air gap around the drain hose in
the standpipe. A snug hose fi t can cause a siphoning action.

IMPORTANT

Be sure the power is off at a circuit breaker/fuse box before
plugging the power cord into an outlet.

2 Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.

Grounding type
wawall receptacl

Do not,

under

anany cir

cumstances,

cut,

remo

or b

ypass th

PoPower cord with
3-prong

ounded plug

grgrounding pr

ong.

CABLE TIE

3 Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/fuse box.
4 Read the Use & Care Guide provided with the laundry

5 Run the washer through a complete cycle, checking for

6 If you have any questions during initial operation, please

7 Place these instructions in a location near the appliance

A wiring diagram and technical data sheet are located
behind the dryer access panel.

center. It contains valuable and helpful information that
will save you time and money.

water leaks and proper operation.

review the “Avoid Service Checklist” in your Use & Care
Guide before calling for service.

for future reference.

NOTE

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Accessories

LP CONVERSION KIT

P/N PCK3100
Gas dryers intended for use in a location supplied with LP
must use a conversion kit prior to installation.

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION KIT

P/N 137067200
Installation in a mobile home requires the use of a MOBILE
HOME INSTALLATION KIT.

INLET HOSE KITS

Standard (Rubber, 4 ft.) - ITEM# 26-15505

Premium (Stainless Steel, 6 ft.) - ITEM# 26-15506

DRYING RACK

P/N DRLC
Depending on the model you purchased, a drying rack
may have been included in the initial purchase of your
laundry center. If your model did not include a drying rack
or you desire another drying rack, you may order one.

CAUTION

Failure to use accessories manufactured by (or approved
by) the manufacturer could result in personal injury,
property damage or damage to the appliance.

UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE WRENCH

P/N 137019200
A UNIVERSAL APPLIANCE WRENCH is available to aid in

dryer/washer/pedestal feet adjustment.

TOUCH UP PAINT PENS*

White Touch Up Pen - P/N 5304468812

Grey Touch Up Pen - P/N 5304475700

*Other colors may be available. Contact the source where you purchased

your laundry center.

Replacement parts:

If replacements parts are needed for your laundry
center, contact the source where you purchased your
washer or refer to your
information.

Use and Care Guide

for more

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls.
Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.
Verify proper operation after servicing.

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