Kenmore 41794072301, 41784072300 Owner’s Manual
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. P/N134235700(0307)
www.sears.com
Table of Contents
Product Record ....................................................... 2
Dryer Warranty ........................................................ 2
Sears Maintenance Agreement ................................. 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................. 3-4
Drying Procedures ............................................. 5-6
Common Drying Problems ..................................... 6
Care and Cleaning .............................................. 7
Avoid Service Checklist ..................................... 8
Espa5ol ............................................................ 9
Service .................................................... Back Cover
Product Record
In the space below, record the date of purchase, model and
serial number of your product. You will find the model and
serial number printed on an identification plate located on
the left side of the door opening,
Model No. 417.
Date of Purchase
Serial No .............................................
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
Dryer Warranty
Full One Year Warranty on Mechanical and Electrical Parts
For one year from the date of purchase, if this Dryer is installed and operated according to the instructions in the Use
and Care Guide, Operating Instructions, and Installation Instructions, Sears will repair or replace any of its mechanical
or electrical parts if they are defective in material or workmanship.
Warranty Restriction
If this Dryer is used for any purpose other than Private Family Use, all warranty coverage is effective for only 90 days.
Warranty Service
Warranty service is available by contacting your nearest Sears Service Center in the United States.
This warranty applies only while this Dryer is in use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state,
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Master Protection Agreement IntheU.S.A
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore@ appliance is designed and manufactured for years of
dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That's when
having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation.
Purchase e Master Protection Agreement now and protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new appliance. Here's what's included in the Agreement:
Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair specialists
Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs
"Noqemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered product it more than three product failures occur within 12 months
Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed
Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request - no extra charge
Fast help by phone - non-technicaI and instructional assistance on products repaired in your home, plus convenient
repair scheduling
Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations
Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day
or night, or schedule a service appointment online.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and accessories. That's
the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for years to come. Purchase your
Master Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information,
call 1-800-827-6655.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears guaranteed professional installation of home
appliances and items like garage door openers and
water heaters, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®
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Foryoursafety,theinformationinthismanualmustbefollowedtominimizetheriskoffireor
explosionortopreventpropertydamage,personalinjuryorlossoflife.
Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherflammablevaporsandliquidsinthevicinityofthisoranyotherappliance.
WHATTODOIFYOUSMELLGAS:
• Donottrytolightanyappliance.
• Donottouchanyelectricalswitch;donotuseany 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.
Your safety and the safety of
others is very important.
We have provided many important
safety messages in the Use and
Care G uide, Operating Instructions,
installation instructionsand on your
appliance. Always read and obey all
safety messages.
[] This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to hazards
that can kill or hurt you or others. All
safety messages will be preceded by
the safety alert symbol and the word
"DANGER" or "WARNING". These
words mean:
You wilJ be killed or
seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
You can be killed or
seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will identify
the hazard, tell you how to reduce
the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.
Important Safety Instructions
Read all instructions before using this dryer.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons
when using this dryer, comply with the basic warnings listed below.
[] Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal
injuries.
Prevent Fire
Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned in, soaked
in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking oils, waxes,
etc. Do not store these items on or near the dryer. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite or explode.
To prevent fire, do not use heat to dry items containing plastic,
foam rubber or similarly textured rubberqike materials, or items containing
feathers or down. Use Air Fluff (No Heat) only.
Clean the lint screen before or after each load. The interior of
the dryer, lint screen housing and exhaust duct should be cleaned
approximately every 18 months by qualified service personnel. An excessive
amount of lint build-up in these areas could result in inefficient drying and
possible fire. See Care and Cleaning, page 7.
Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen is blocked, damaged
or missing. Fire hazard, overheating and damage to fabrics can occur. Ifyour
dryer has a drying rack, always replace the lint screen when finished using the
drying rack.
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Pedestal
A pedestal accessory specifically
designed for this dryer may be used
when elevating the dryer for ease of
use.
Failure to use accessories certified by
the manufacturer couldresult inpersonal
injury, property damage or damage to
the dryer.
_Keep area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas
free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.
Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air. Do not stack or place
laundry or throw rugs against the front or back of the dryer.
Do not spray any type of aerosol into, on or near dryer at any
time.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static
unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
[] Failure to comply with these warnings could result in
serious bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the dryer.
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fire,
explosion,
Printed in U.S.A.
This Use and Care Guide provides
general operating instructions foryour
dryer. Italso contains information
about features for several other
models. Your dryer may not have
every feature included,
Use the dryer only as instructed in
this Use & Care Guide and the
Operating Instructions included with
yourdryer.
Protect Children
Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children, As
children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after
the dryer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with
rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.
Keep laundry products out of children's reach, To prevent
personal injury, observe all warnings on product labels.
Avoid fire hazard or
electrical shock. Do not use an
adaptor plug or extension cord or
remove grounding prong from
electrical power cord. Failure to
follow this warning can cause
serious injury, fire or death,
ELECTRIC DRYERS:
14_30R
FUSED 30 AMP
120/240 V OR
120/208 V
WALL DRYER
RECEPTACLE S E R V I C E
CORD
CORRECT
Use this way ONLY
GAS DRYERS:
Groundingtype
wail receptacle
priot under
any circumstanees_
eut_ remove_
or bypass /
the grounding prong I
isp,ug. j
Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove
the dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment.
[] Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal
injuries.
Prevent Injury
To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation,
the dryer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service
person in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions are packed in
the dryer for the installer's reference. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
for detailed grounding procedures, tf the dryer is moved to a new location, have
it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person.
To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the electrical
power cord of a gas dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded and
polarized 3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be
removed. Never ground the dryer to a gas pipe. Do not use an extension
cord or an adaptor plug.
ALWAYS disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply before
attempting any service or cleaning. Failure to do so can result in electrical
shock or injury.
Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior.
Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur.
To prevent injury, do not reach into the dryer if the drum is
moving. Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into the
drum,
Power supply
cord with 3-prong
grounding plug
CORRECT
Use this way ONLY
Note: The instructions appearing in
this Use and Care Guide are not
meant to cover every possible
condition and situation that may
occur Common sense and caution
must be practiced when installing,
operating and maintaining any
appliance.
To prevent injury and damage to the dryer:
• All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer
unless specifically recommended in this Owner's Guide, Use only
authorized factory parts,
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.
[] A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the motor inthe unlikely
event of an overheated situation (electric dryers only). A service technician
must replace the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault.
[] Failure to comply with these warnings could result inserious personal
injuries.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Drying Procedures • Read the Operating Instructions card for operating your specific model.
• Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product labels.
_'!"_'I'_1'_}'I_I_ To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons,
read Important Safety Instructions, pages 3-4, before operating this dryer.
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Prepare items for drying.
• Dry items of similar fabric, weight and construction in the same load.
• Separate dark items from light-colored items. Separate items that shed
lint from those that attract lint. If an item sheds lint, turn it inside out.
• Be sure buckles, buttons and trim are heatproof and won't damage the
drum finish. Close zippers, fasten hooks and Velcr_-Iike fasteners,
Tie strings and sashes to prevent snagging and tangling,
• If possible, turn pockets inside out for even drying.
• Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing. Dryer
heat may permanently set some stains. Repeat stain removal process
before drying.
Follow fabric care label instructions.
• Place small items in a mesh bag to prevent tangling and for easy
removal.
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Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
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Load the dryer.
• The average load will fill the drum 1/3 to 1/2 full. Items need room to
tumble freely for even drying and less wrinkling. Do not overload
dryer.
When drying large items, dry only 2 or 3 at a time. Fill out the load with
small and medium sized items.
For delicate or very small loads, add 2 lint-free towels for better drying,
less wrinkling, and to prevent grease stains caused by fabric softener
sheets.
PIace small items in a mesh bag.
Fill dryer drum 1/3 to 1/2 full,
Do not overdry items. Overdrying can cause wrinkling, shrinkage,
harshness, and a build*up of static electricity, which can produce more
lint.
If desired, add a dryer fabric softener sheet.
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Close the dryer door and select the cycle, temperature,
dryness level, options and features desired.
See Operating Instructions foryour specific model information,
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Start the dryer.
• Press START.
To change selections after the cycle has started, press STOP/CLEAR
twice. Make changes and restart dryer.
To add or remove items when the dryer is running, press STOP/
CLEAR once to pause the dryer. "PAU" will be displayed. The dryer
will always stop when the door is opened. Allow the drum to come to a
complete stop before reaching inside.
To resume the cycle, press START again.
To stop the dryer, press STOP/CLEAR twice. Two dashes will be
displayed for approximately thirty seconds.
6. When the cycle ends, remove items immediately and
hang or fold. If the toad is removed before the cycle ends, press STOP!
CLEARtwice to cancel tile cycle.
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