Kenmore 7.0 cu. ft. Gas Dryer, 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer, 5.9 cu. ft. Flat-Back Electric Dryer, 5.9 cu. ft. Flat-Back Gas Dryer Owner's Manual
Use & Care Guide
Manual de uso y cuidado
Guide d’Utilisation et d’Entretien
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Table of Contents / Índice / Table des matières......4
Models/Modelos/Modèles: 60102, 70102, 62102, 72102, 65202, 75203, 65102, 75102, C62102, C61492, C71492
Kenmore®
Electric or Gas Dryer
Secadora eléctrica o a gas
Sécheuse électrique ou à gaz
P/N W10562356B
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca
DRYER SAFETY
IMPORTANT: When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door.
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Table of Contents Índice Table des matières
DRYER SAFETY ..................................... 2
CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM
FOR GOOD AIR FLOW .....................4
USE AUTO MOISTURE SENSING™/
AUTO DRY CYCLES FOR BETTER
FABRIC CARE AND ENERGY
SAVINGS ...............................................4
CONTROL PANEL
AND FEATURES ....................................5
CYCLE GUIDE .......................................6
USING YOUR DRYER ..........................7
DRYER CARE .........................................9
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... 11
PROTECTION AGREEMENTS` ..........13
WARRANTY .........................................13
ASSISTANCE OR
SERVICE ...............................Back Cover
SEGURIDAD
DE LA SECADORA ........................... 14
REVISE QUE EL SISTEMA
DE VENTILACIÓN TENGA
UN BUEN FLUJO DE AIRE ................ 16
USE LOS CICLOS AUTO MOISTURE
SENSING™ (Detección automática
de humedad)/AUTO DRY (Secado
automático) PARA UN MEJOR
CUIDADO DE LAS TELAS Y AHORRO
DE ENERGÍA ....................................... 16
PANEL DE CONTROL
Y CARACTERÍSTICAS .......................17
GUIÁ DE CICLOS .............................. 18
USO DE LA SECADORA ................. 19
CUIDADO DE LA SECADORA ......... 21
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS ...........23
CONTRATOS DE PROTECCIÓN .....25
GARANTÍA ........................................25
AYUDA O SERVICIO
TÉCNICO ...................... Contraportada
SÉCURITÉ DE LA SÉCHEUSE ............26
VÉRIFICATION D’UNE
CIRCULATION D’AIR ADÉQUATE
POUR LE SYSTÈME
D’ÉVACUATION .................................28
UTILISATION DES PROGRAMMES
AUTOMATIQUES POUR UN
MEILLEUR SOIN DU TISSU ET
DAVANTAGE D’ÉCONOMIES
D’ÉNERGIE ..........................................28
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE
ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ...................29
GUIDE DE PROGRAMME ............... 30
UTILISATION DE LA SÉCHEUSE.......31
ENTRETIEN DE LA SÉCHEUSE .........33
DÉPANNAGE ......................................35
CONTRATS DE PROTECTION ........ 37
GARANTIE ......................................... 37
ASSISTANCE
OU SERVICE .......... Couverture arrière
CHECK YOUR VENT SYSTEM FOR GOOD AIR FLOW
Maintain good air ow by:
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Cleaning your lint screen before each load.
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Replacing plastic or foil vent material with 4" (102 mm)
diameter heavy, rigid vent material.
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Using the shortest length of vent possible.
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Using no more than four 90° elbows in a vent system;
each bend and curve reduces air ow.
Good Better
Good Air Flow
Along with heat, dryers require good air ow to eciently
dry laundry. Proper venting will reduce your drying times
and improve your energy savings. See “Installation
Instructions”.
The venting system attached to the dryer plays a big role
in good air ow.
Service calls caused by improper venting are not covered
by the warranty and will be paid by the customer, regardless
of who installed the dryer.
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Removing lint and debris from the exhaust hood.
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Removing lint from the entire length of the vent system
at least every 2 years. When cleaning is complete,
be sure to follow the “Installation Instructions” supplied
with your dryer for nal product check.
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Clearing away items from the front the dryer.
USE AUTO MOISTURE SENSING™/AUTO DRY CYCLES FOR
BETTER FABRIC CARE AND ENERGY SAVINGS
Use the Auto Moisture Sensing™/Auto Dry cycles to provide the most energy savings and enhanced fabric care from the dryer.
During Auto Moisture Sensing™/Auto Dry cycles, drying air temperature and moisture level are sensed in the load. This sensing
occurs throughout the drying cycle and the dryer shuts o when the load reaches the selected dryness. Choose Normal cycle to
save energy.
With Timed cycle, the dryer runs the amount of time set and sometimes results in shrinkage, wrinkling, and static due to overdrying. Use Timed cycle for the occasional damp load that needs a little more drying time or when using the drying rack.
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
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Not all features and options are available on all models.
DRYER CYCLE KNOB
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Use your Dryer Cycle knob to select available cycles on your
dryer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load.
See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.
Timed Dry
Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control.
On models with a selectable temperature knob, you may
choose a setting based on the fabrics in your load. Drying
time and temperature will depend on your dryer model.
Auto Moisture Sensing™/Auto Dry
(on some models)
Auto Dry cycles give the best drying in the shortest time.
Drying time will vary based on fabric type, load size, and
dryness setting. Some models have Auto Dry with Auto
Moisture Sensing™.
Air Only
Use the Air Only setting to dry foam, rubber, plastic, or
heat-sensitive fabrics.
Appearance may vary.
Dry Temp (on some models)
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Select a drying temperature based on the fabrics in
your load. If you are unsure of the temperature to select
for a load, select the lower setting rather than the higher
setting. See “Cycle Guide.”
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Cycle Signal/PUSH TO START
The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the drying
cycle is nished. On some models, this knob is combined with
the PUSH to START button. Promptly removing clothes at the
end of the cycle reduces wrinkling.
Turn the CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting
(On or O). With combined buttons, Press and hold the
CYCLE SIGNAL/PUSH to START button to start the dryer.
On models without the cycle signal, press the PUSH to START
button to start the dryer.
NOTE: When the Wrinkle Guard™ setting is selected and
the Signal is on, the tone will sound every 5minutes until the
clothes are removed, or the Wrinkle Guard™ setting ends.
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Wrinkle Guard™ option (on some models)
When you are unable to remove a load of clothes from the
dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form. The WRINKLE
GUARD™ option periodically tumbles, rearranges, and us
the load to help keep wrinkles from forming.
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Get up to 40 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at
the end of a cycle. Turn the WRINKLE GUARD™ knob to
select ON or OFF at any time before the cycle has ended.
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CYCLE GUIDE –
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.
AUTO MOISTURE SENSING™/
AUTO DRY CYCLES
AUTO MOISTURE SENSING™/AUTO DRY – Senses moisture in the load or air temperature and shuts o when the load reaches
the selected dryness level.
Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle knob or be a separate control. Choose Normal to save energy.
Items to dry:
Dry
Temp:
Jeans, heavy work
clothes, towels
Work clothes, medium
weight fabrics, sheets
Casual, shirts, pants,
lightweight items,
synthetics, delicates,
athletic wear
NOTE: If loads do not seem as dry as you would like, select More next time you dry a similar load. If loads seem drier than you like, select Less next
time you dry a similar load.
High Cotton
Medium Casual
Low Delicates
Dryness
Level:
More
Normal
Less
More
Normal
Less
More
Normal
Less
Available
Options:
Wrinkle Guard™
Cycle Signal
Dry Temp
Wrinkle Guard™
Cycle Signal
Dry Temp
Wrinkle Guard™
Cycle Signal
Dry Temp
Cycle Details:
Automatic cycles give the best drying in the
shortest time. Drying time varies based on
load size, and dryness setting.
Select a drying temperature based on the
fabrics in your load. If you are unsure of the
temperature to select for a load, select the
lower setting rather than the higher setting.
CYCLE GUIDE – TIME DRY CYCLES
Not all cycles and settings are available on all models.
TIMED DRY – Will run the dryer for the specied time on the control. Depending on model, temperature may be selected on cycle
knob or be a separate control.
Items to dry: Cycle:
Dry
Temp:
Any load
Any load Touch Up Any This is the last step in a cycle that
Timed Dry
Any
Available
Cycle Details:
Options:
Dry Temp Select a drying temperature based
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on the fabrics in your load. If you are
unsure of the temperature to select for
a load, select the lower setting rather
than the higher setting.
uses heat. The load is cooled slowly to
reduce wrinkling and make it easier to
handle. Use this cycle to smooth wear
or packing wrinkles.
Rubber, plastic, heat
sensitive fabrics
Air Only No heat Time Adjustment
Use a Air Only (no heat) setting for
foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive
fabrics.
Setting the Drying Temperature
If your dryer has multiple temp settings:
A High Cotton temp setting may be used for drying heavyweight items such as towels and work clothes.
A Low Delicates or Medium Casual temp setting may be used for drying medium-weight items such as sheets, blouses, dresses,
underwear, permanent press fabrics, and some knits.
Use a Air Only (no heat) setting for foam, rubber, plastic, or heat-sensitive fabrics.
Line dry bonded or laminated fabrics.
NOTE: If you have questions about drying temperatures for various loads, refer to the care label directions.
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USING YOUR DRYER
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
before operating this appliance.
1. Clean the lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. Pull the lint screen out of
its holder. Roll lint o the screen with your ngers. Do not rinse or
wash screen to remove lint. Push the lint screen rmly back into
place. For additional cleaning information, see “Dryer Care.”
2. Load the dryer
Place laundry in the dryer. Close the door. Do not tightly pack
the dryer; clothes should be able to tumble freely.
NOTE: Your model may have a dierent door than the one
shown. Some models have drop down doors.
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3. Select the desired cycle
Select the desired cycle for your load. See the “Cycle Guide”
for more information about each cycle.
Auto Moisture Sensing™/Auto Dry cycles
You can select a dierent dry level, depending on your load,
by turning the knob to More, Normal, or Less.
Selecting More, Normal, or Less automatically adjusts the
dryness level at which the dryer will shut o. Once a dry level
is set, it cannot be changed without stopping the cycle.
Auto Moisture Sensing™/Auto Dry cycles give the best drying in
the shortest time. Drying time varies based on fabric type, load
size, and dryness setting.
NOTE: More Dry removes more load moisture. Normal Dry is
used for a starting point for Auto Moisture Sensing™/Auto Dry
cycles. Choose normal to save energy. Less Dry removes less
moisture and used for loads you may want to put on a hanger
to complete drying.
5. Select Cycle Signal, if desired
(on some models)
Turn the CYCLE SIGNAL knob to select the desired setting (On
or O). The Cycle Signal produces an audible sound when the
drying cycle is nished. Promptly removing clothes at the end
of the cycle reduces wrinkling.
NOTE: When the Wrinkle Guard™ option is selected and the
Cycle Signal is on, the tone will sound every 5minutes until the
clothes are removed, or the Wrinkle Guard™ option ends.
6. Press and hold PUSH to START
to begin cycle
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4. Set cycle options (on some models)
Select the cycle options by turning the knob to the desired
position.
NOTE: Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.
Wrinkle Guard™ option
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Get up to 40 minutes of heat-free, periodic tumbling at the
end of a cycle. Turn the WRINKLE GUARD™ knob to select
ON or OFF at any time before the cycle has ended.
Dry Temp
Turn the DRY TEMP knob to change the drying temperature
setting. See “Setting the Drying Temperature.”
Press and hold the PUSH to START button to begin the cycle.
Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to
reduce wrinkling. Use the Wrinkle Guard™ option to avoid
wrinkling when you are unable to remove a load from the
dryer as soon as it stops.
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DRYER CARE
Cleaning the dryer location
Keep dryer area clear and free from items that would block
the air ow for proper dryer operation. This includes clearing
piles of laundry in front of the dryer.
Cleaning the dryer interior
To clean dryer drum
1. Apply a liquid, nonammable household cleaner to the
stained area of the drum and rub with a soft cloth until
stain is removed.
2. Wipe drum thoroughly with a damp cloth.
3. Tumble a load of clean cloths or towels to dry the drum.
NOTE: Garments that contain loose dyes, such as denim blue
jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer
interior. These stains are not harmful to your dryer and will
not stain future loads of clothes. Dry these items inside out
to avoid drum staining.
Removing accumulated lint
Cleaning the lint screen
Every load cleaning
The lint screen is located in the dryer. A screen blocked
by lint can increase drying time.
To clean:
1. Pull the lint screen out of its holder. Roll lint o
the screen with your ngers. Do not rinse or wash
screen to remove lint.
2. Push the lint screen rmly back into place.
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Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged,
blocked, or missing. Doing so can cause overheating and
damage to both the dryer and fabrics.
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If lint falls o the screen into the dryer during removal,
check the exhaust hood and remove the lint. See
“Venting Requirements.”
As needed cleaning
Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can build up
on the lint screen. This buildup can cause longer drying times
for your clothes, or cause the dryer to stop before your load
is completely dry. The screen is probably clogged if lint falls
o while the screen is in the dryer.
Clean the lint screen with a nylon brush every 6 months,
or more frequently, if it becomes clogged due to a residue
buildup.
To wash:
1. Roll lint o the screen with your ngers.
2. Wet both sides of lint screen with hot water.
3. Wet a nylon brush with hot water and liquid detergent.
Scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup.
From Inside the Dryer Cabinet
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done
by a qualied servicer.
From the Exhaust Vent
Lint should be removed every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage.
4. Rinse screen with hot water.
5. Thoroughly dry lint screen with a clean towel. Reinstall
screen in dryer.
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Vacation, storage, and moving care
Changing the drum light (on some models)
Non-Use or Storage Care
Operate your dryer only when you are at home. If you will
be on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended
period of time, you should:
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. (For gas dryers only): Close shuto valve to gas
supply line.
3. Clean lint screen. See “Cleaning the Lint Screen.”
Moving Care
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
3. Use tape to secure dryer door.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the
back wall of the dryer. Using a Phillips head screw driver,
remove the screw located in the lower right-hand corner
of the cover. Remove the cover.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with
a 10-watt appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and
secure with the screw.
4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
For direct-wired dryers:
1. Turn o power at fuse or breaker box.
2. Disconnect wiring.
3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4. Use tape to secure dryer door.
For gas dryers:
1. Unplug or disconnect power to dryer.
2. Close shuto valve to gas supply line and disconnect.
3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4. Use tape to secure dryer door.
Reinstalling the Dryer
Follow the “Installation Instructions” to locate, level,
and connect the dryer.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you experience
Clothes are not drying
satisfactorily, drying
times are too long.
Possible Causes
Lint screen clogged with lint.
The Air Only cycle has been
selected.
Load too large and heavy to dry
quickly.
Exhaust vent or outside exhaust
hood clogged with lint, restricting
air movement.
Fabric softener sheets blocking
the grill.
Exhaust vent not the correct length.
Exhaust vent diameter not the
correct size.
Dryer located in a room with
temperature below 45ºF (7ºC).
Dryer located in a closet without
adequate openings.
Solution
Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.
Select the right cycle for the types of garments being dried.
See “Cycle Guide.”
Separate the load to tumble freely.
Run the dryer for 5–10 minutes. Hold your hand under the
outside exhaust hood to check air movement. If you do not feel
air movement, clean exhaust system of lint or replace exhaust
vent with heavy metal or exible metal vent. Make sure vent is
not crushed or kinked. See “Installation Instructions.”
Use only one fabric softener sheet, and use it only once.
Check that the exhaust vent is not too long or has too many
turns. Long venting will increase drying times. Make sure vent is
not crushed or kinked. See “Installation Instructions.”
Use 4" (102mm) diameter vent material.
Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above
45ºF (7ºC).
Closet doors must have ventilation openings at the top and
bottom of the door. The front of the dryer requires a minimum
of 1" (25mm) of airspace, and, for most installations, the rear
of the dryer requires 5" (127mm). See “Installation Instructions.”
Dryer will not run
Unusual sounds
No heat Household fuse is blown or circuit
Door not closed completely. Make sure the dryer door is closed completely.
PUSH to START button not pressed
rmly or held long enough.
Household fuse is blown or circuit
breaker has tripped.
Incorrect power supply.
Wrong type of fuse.
Dryer had a period of non-use.
A coin, button, or paper clip is
caught between the drum and front
or rear of the dryer.
It is a gas dryer.
The four legs are not installed, and
the dryer is not level front to back
and side to side.
Clothing knotted or balled up.
breaker has tripped.
Supply line valve not open. For gas dryers, make sure the supply line valve is open.
Press and hold the PUSH to START button until you hear the dryer
drum moving.
Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The
drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace both
fuses or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call
an electrician.
Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a
qualied electrician.
Use a time-delay fuse.
If the dryer hasn’t been used for awhile, there may be a thumping
sound during the rst few minutes of operation.
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects.
Clean out pockets before laundering.
The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound.
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See “Installation
Instructions.”
When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer
to vibrate. Separate the load items and restart the dryer.
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric
dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Replace both
fuses or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call
an electrician.
Incorrect power supply.
Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a
qualied electrician.
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TROUBLESHOOTING cont.
If you experience
Cycle time too short
Lint on load
Stains on load or drum
Loads are wrinkled
Odors
Load is too hot
Possible Causes
Automatic cycle ending early.
Lint screen clogged.
Dryer fabric softener not properly
used.
The load was not removed from dryer
at the end of the cycle.
Dryer tightly packed.
You have recently been painting,
staining, or varnishing in the area
where your dryer is located.
The electric dryer is being used for
the rst time.
Laundry items werer removed from
the dryer before the end of the
cycle.
A high temperature cycle was used
or the Dry Temp was set on high.
Solution
The load may not be contacting the sensor strips. Level the dryer.
Use Timed Dry for very small loads. Change the dry level
setting on Auto Moisture Sensing™/Auto Dry cycles.
Increasing or decreasing the dry level setting will change the
amount of drying time in a cycle.
Lint screen should be cleaned before each load.
Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of the cycle.
Fabric softener sheets added to a partially dried load can stain
your garments.
Drum stains are caused by dyes in clothing (usually blue jeans).
These will not transfer to other clothing.
Select Wrinkle Guard™ option to tumble the load without heat
to avoid wrinkling.
Dry smaller loads that can tumble freely reduce wrinkles from
forming.
If so, ventilate the area. When the odors or fumes are gone from
the area, rewash and dry the clothing.
The new electric heating element may have an odor. The odor
will be gone after the rst cycle.
Allow Cool Down to nish before removing laundry from dryer.
All cycles are cooled slowly to reduced wrinkling and make it
easier to handle. Items removed before Cool Down may feel
very warm.
Select a lower temperature, and use an automatic drying cycle.
These cycles sense the temperature or the moisture level in the
load and shut o when the load reaches the selected dryness.
This reduces overdrying.
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