Kenmore Elite 79691983410, 79691982410, 79681983410, 79681982410 Owner’s Manual

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Use & Care Guide

Manual de Uso y Cuidado

Models/Modelos: 796.8198*, 796.9198*

Kenmore Elite® Steam Dryer

Secador con vapor

* = color number, número de color

MFL67731094

Sears Brands Management Corporation

Ho man Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.kenmore.com

®

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................

 

3-7

Grounding Requirements ............................................

 

4

FCC Notice ....................................................................

 

5

Industry Canada Statement ........................................

 

5

Wireless Module Specifications .................................

 

5

Open Source Software Notice....................................

 

5

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

 

 

Key Parts and Components ........................................

 

8

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

 

 

Key Dimensions and Specifications ..........................

 

9

Location Requirements ................................................

 

9

Choose the Proper Location .......................................

 

9

Clearances ....................................................................

 

9

Installation with Optional Pedestal Base

 

 

or Stacking Kit ...........................................................

 

10

Accessories .................................................................

 

10

Connecting Gas Dryers ........................................

 

11-12

Gas Requirements (Gas Models Only) .............

11

Electrical Requirements .......................................

 

11

Connecting Electric Dryers .................................

 

13-14

Electrical Requirements ......................................

 

13

Venting the Dryer .................................................

 

15-16

Connecting the Inlet Hose.........................................

 

17

Leveling the Dryer .....................................................

 

18

Reversing the Door Swing ........................................

 

18

Final Installation Check ............................................

 

19

Installation Test (Duck Check) .................................

 

20

Restricted or Blocked Airflow...................................

 

21

HOW TO USE

 

 

Control Panel Features .............................................

 

22

Operating the Dryer .................................................

 

23

Cycle Guide ........................................................

 

24-25

Sorting Loads ............................................................

 

26

Loading the Dryer ....................................................

 

26

Time and Status Display .........................................

 

27

Cycle Modifier Buttons ............................................

 

28

Cycle Options and Special Features .....................

 

29

Installing and Using the Optional Drying Rack .. 29

Steam Features .........................................................

 

30

Important Notes About Steam Functions .......

30

Using the STEAM SANITIZE Cycle....................

 

30

Using the STEAM REFRESH Cycle ...................

 

30

Using the STATIC SHIELD Option ....................

 

30

ACCELA STEAM..................................................

 

30

Steam Cycle Guide....................................................

 

31

Smart Features ...........................................................

 

31

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

 

 

Regular Cleaning ......................................................

 

32

Maintaining the Exhaust System..............................

 

33

DIAGNOSTICS..............................................................

 

34

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

 

 

FAQs ............................................................................

 

35

Before Calling for Service .................................

 

35-38

WARRANTY ...................................................................

 

39

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 inside the dryer door. Have these items of information available whenever you contact Sears concerning your product.

Model No.

Date of Purchase

Serial No.

Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

Your safety and the safety of others is 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:

DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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

CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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

or loss of life.

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 the exhaust duct.

Install all clothes dryers in accordance with the installation instructions of the manufacturer of the dryer.

WARNING:

FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

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

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this appliance or any other appliances.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1.Do not try to light a match or cigarette, or turn on any gas or electrical appliance.

2.Do not touch any electrical switches. Do not use any phones in your building.

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

4.Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Carefully follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

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

Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If a flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Read all instructions before using the dryer.

Before use, the dryer must be properly installed, as described in this manual.

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, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give o vapors that could ignite or explode.

Do not reach into the dryer if the drum or any other part is moving.

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 tamper with controls.

Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying compartment.

Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children.

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.

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.

Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather.

Always check the inside of the dryer for foreign objects.

Clean the lint filter before or after each load.

CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND TOXIC ENFORCEMENT ACT

This act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure

to such substances. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.

Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.

Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

This appliance 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 appliance must be

equipped with a 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.

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding

conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded.

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FCC NOTICE

(for transmitter module contained in this product)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

-Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit

di erent from that to which the receiver is connected.

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm (7.8 inches) between the antenna and your body. Users must follow the

specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WIRELESS MODULE SPECIFICATIONS

 

 

 

Model

 

LCW-003

Frequency

 

2412–2462 MHz

Range

 

 

Maximum

 

802.11b: 17.56 dBm

Output

 

802.11g: 25.53 dBm

Power

 

802.11n (HT20): 25.29 dBm

 

 

 

 

 

OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

To obtain the source code that is contained in this product under LGPL and other open source licenses, visit http://kenmore.com/opensource. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers, and copyright notices are available for download.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing

• Remove all packing items and dispose of all shipping

codes and ordinances. Follow details in the installation

materials properly. Failure to do so can result in death,

instructions. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not

fire, explosion, burns, or death.

properly grounded.

• Place dryer at least 18 inches (45.7 cm) above the floor

• Before use, the dryer must be properly installed as

for a garage installation. Failure to do so can result in

described in this manual. Electrical shock can result if

fire, explosion, burns, or death.

the dryer is not properly grounded.

• Keep all packaging from children. Packaging material

• Install and store the dryer where it will not be exposed

can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of

to temperatures below freezing or exposed to

su ocation.

the weather.

• Do not install near items that produce heat or open

• All repairs and servicing must be performed by an

flame such as stoves or cooking ovens. Failure to follow

authorized service technician unless specifically

this warning can cause product deformation, smoke and

recommended in this Use & Care Guide. Use only

fire.

authorized factory parts. Failure to follow this warning

• Do not place candles or cigarettes on top of the

can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not install the

product. Failure to follow this warning can cause

product deformation, smoke and fire.

dryer in humid spaces. Failure to follow this warning

• Remove all protective vinyl film from the product.

can cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.

• Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized

Failure to do so can cause product deformation, smoke

and fire.

power circuit to avoid electrical overload. Improper

 

power circuits can melt, creating risk of electrical shock

 

and/or fire hazard.

 

Exhaust/Ducting:

Gas dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death.

The dryer exhaust system must be exhausted to the outside of the dwelling. If the dryer is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint and large amounts of moisture will be expelled into the laundry area. An accumulation of lint in any area of the home can create a health and fire hazard.

Use only rigid metal or flexible metal 4-inch (10.2-cm) diameter duct inside the dryer cabinet or for exhausting to the outside. Use of plastic or other combustible ductwork can cause a fire. Punctured ductwork can cause a fire if it collapses or becomes otherwise restricted in use or during installation.

Ductwork is not provided with the dryer, and you should obtain the necessary ductwork locally. The end cap should have hinged dampers to prevent backdraft when the dryer is not in use. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death.

The exhaust duct must be 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter with no obstructions. The exhaust duct should be kept as short as possible. Make sure to clean any old ducts before installing your new dryer.

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

Rigid or semi rigid metal ducting is recommended for use between the dryer and the wall. In special installations when it is impossible to make a connection with the above recommendations, a UL listed flexible metal transition duct may be used between the dryer and wall connection only. The use of this ducting will a ect drying time. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death.

DO NOT use sheet metal screws or other fasteners which extend into the duct that could catch lint and reduce the e ciency of the exhaust system. Secure all joints with duct tape. For complete details, follow the Installation Instructions. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM FUNCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Do not open the dryer door during steam cycles.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in a burn hazard.

Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give o vapors that could ignite or explode. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death.

Do not touch the steam nozzle in the drum during or after the steam cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can result in a burn hazard.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING ELECTRICITY

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong from the power cord. To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet.

For personal safety, this dryer must be properly grounded. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or injury.

Refer to the installation instructions in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your model.

Failure to follow these instructions can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard.

This dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Failure to follow these instructions can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard.

The dryer should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

Never unplug your dryer by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet. The power cord can be damaged, resulting in a risk of fire and electrical shock.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end. The power cord can melt, creating electrical shock and/or fire hazard.

When installing or moving the dryer, be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord. This will prevent injury and prevent damage to the dryer from fire and electrical shock.

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Kenmore Elite 79691983410, 79691982410, 79681983410, 79681982410 Owner’s Manual

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS

There are several important components that are referenced in this manual.

AEASY-TO-USE CONTROL PANEL

Rotate the cycle selector knob to select the desired dry cycle. Add cycle options or adjust settings with the touch of a button.

BTIME AND STATUS DISPLAY

The easy-to-read LED display shows cycle status and estimated time remaining.

CCYCLE MODIFIERS

Adjust the cycle settings such as temperature and dry level with the touch of a button.

NOTE: Not all settings are available for all cycles.

DCHECK VENT

(Duct Blockage Sensing System)

The Check Vent (Duct blockage sensing system) detects and alerts you to blockages in the exhaust system that reduce airflow from the dryer. Maintaining clean exhaust system ducts improves operating e ciency and helps minimize service calls, saving you money.

A

E F

B

D C

G

H

I

J

ESMART GRID

Lower your energy costs when you dry your clothes by avoiding peak usage times.

FREMOTE START

Use a smart phone to control your dryer remotely.

GULTRA-CAPACITY STAINLESS STEEL DRUM WITH DRUM LIGHT

The ultra-large stainless steel drum o ers superior durability. The drum light can be turned on during a cycle by pressing and holding the WRINKLE GUARD button for three seconds. The light also comes on when the door is opened, if the control is ON.

HEASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR

The wide-opening, see-through glass door provides easy access for loading and unloading. Door swing can be reversed to adjust for installation location.

IFRONT-MOUNT LINT FILTER

The front-mount lint filter allows for easy access and cleaning between loads.

JLEVELING FEET

Four leveling feet (two in front, and two in back) adjust to improve dryer stability on uneven floors.

Power Cord

Terminal Block

Location

Access Panel

(Gas Models)

(Electric Models)

 

Inlet Valve

Gas Connection

Exhaust

Duct

Location

Outlet

(Gas Models)

 

Rear of Dryer

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Description

Dryer: 796.8198* Electric and 796.9198* Gas

Electrical Requirements

Refer to the rating label

Gas Requirements* NG:

4–10.5 inches WC (Water Column)

Gas Requirements* LP:

8–13 inches WC

Dimensions

29 in. (W) X 31 15⁄16 in. (D) X 40 ¹³⁄16 in. (H), 56 ¾ in. (D with door open)

 

73.7 cm (W) X 81.1 cm (D) X 103.6 cm (H), 144.1 cm (D with door open)

Net Weight

Electric : 155.2 lb (70.4 kg) Gas : 159.6 lb (72.4 kg)

 

 

Drying Capacity

IEC 9.0 cu. ft.

*Gas Models Only

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Standard Installation – Side View

IMPORTANT: Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer. It is important that you review this entire manual before installing and using your dryer. It contains detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas connections and exhaust requirements.

CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION

Store and install the dryer where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

Choose a location with a solid, level floor.

If the dryer is being installed in a garage, place the dryer at least 18 inches (45.7cm) above the floor.

Properly ground the dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the dryer in damp or wet locations.

NOTE: Installing the dryer in a humid space, or installing or storing the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather or freezing temperatures, may result in rust or other damage that is not covered by the product warranty.

IMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer in a manufactured or mobile home, please refer to

the Special Electrical Requirements for Mobile or Manufactured Homes section.

CLEARANCES

Most installations require a minimum of 5 ½ inches (14 cm) of clearance behind the dryer for the exhaust ducting.

Allow minimum clearances of at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) on the sides and back to minimize vibration and noise.

Allowing additional clearance for installation and servicing is recommended.

Be sure to allow for wall, door, or floor moldings that may increase the required clearances.

Allow at least 24 13/16 inches (63 cm) in front of the dryer to open the door.

Allow a minimum clearance of at least 5 ½ inches (14 cm) behind the dryer for closet installation.

24 ¹³⁄16 in.

(63 cm)

31 15⁄16 in.

(81.1 cm)

56 ¾ in.

(144.1 cm)

Standard Installation – Front View

5 ½ in.

 

 

(14 cm)

 

 

1 in.

 

1 in.

(2.5 cm)

29 in.

(2.5 cm)

 

 

 

(73.7 cm)

 

3"in.

(7.6 cm)

Vent

48 sq. in.

(310 sq. cm. )

Vent

24 sq. in.

(155 sq. cm. )

3"in.

(7.6 cm)

Additional instructions for closet installations:

The closet door must allow for su cient airflow. Refer to the diagram above for minimum vent opening requirements. A louvered door is also acceptable.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT

IMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, refer to the instructions included with the accessory.

Required Dimensions for

Required Dimensions for

Installation with Pedestal

Installation with Stacking Kit

6 in. (15.2 cm)

54 5/16 in.

 

 

 

81 ⅝ in.

(138.1 cm)

 

 

 

(207.2cm)

31 15/16

in.

5 ½ in.

 

 

(14 cm)

 

 

(81.1 cm)

1 in.

 

1 in.

 

 

29 in.

 

 

(2.5 cm)

(2.5 cm)

 

 

(73.7 cm)

 

 

 

 

ACCESSORIES

Required Accessories

Y connector

short hose

long hose

(sold separately)

(sold separately)

(sold separately)

Optional Accessories

drying rack

side vent kit

LP conversion kit

(sold separately)

(sold separately)

No. D26-17025

No. MGR62082001

Kit No. DVK2

 

Use a pedestal to make laundry easier to reach.

White = 796.51042 Metallic Silver = 796.51043

Use the stacking kit to mount the dryer on top of

WKH ZDVKHU WR VDYH pRRU space.

Chrome Look = KSTK2

Use the LP conversion kit for changing the dryer gas connections from natural gas (NG) to propane gas (LP). NOTE: Installation of the LP conversion kit must be performed by a qualified service technician.

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CONNECTING GAS DRYERS

GAS REQUIREMENTS (GAS MODELS ONLY)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including

the following:

Gas supply requirements: As shipped from the factory, this dryer is configured for use with natural gas (NG). It can be converted for use with propane (LP) gas. Gas pressure must not exceed 8 inches water column (203.2 mm H20) for NG, or 13 inches water column (330.2 mm H20) for LP.

A qualified service or gas company technician must connect the dryer to the gas service. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Isolate the dryer from the gas supply system by closing its individual manual shuto valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Supply line requirements: Your laundry room must have a rigid gas supply line to your dryer. In the United States, an individual manual shuto valve MUST be installed within at least 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer, in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 or Canadian gas installation code CSA B149.1. A ⅛-inch (0.3 cm) NPT pipe plug must be installed. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

If using a rigid pipe, the rigid pipe should be ½ inch (1.2 cm) IPS. If acceptable under local codes and ordinances and when acceptable to your gas supplier, ⅜-inch (0.95-cm) approved tubing may be used where lengths are less than 20 ft. (6.1 m). Larger tubing should be used for lengths in excess of 20 ft. (6.1 m). Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Connect the dryer to the type of gas shown on the nameplate. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

To prevent contamination of the gas valve, purge the gas supply of air and sediment before connecting the gas supply to the dryer. Before tightening the connection between the gas supply and the dryer, purge remaining air until the odor of gas is detected.

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

DO NOT use an open flame to inspect for gas leaks. Use a noncorrosive leak detection fluid. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Use only a new AGAor CSA-certified gas supply line with flexible stainless steel connectors. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Securely tighten all gas connections. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Use Teflon tape or a pipe-joint compound that is insoluble in propane (LP) gas on all pipe threads.

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

DO NOT attempt any disassembly of the dryer; disassembly requires the attention and tools of an authorized and qualified service technician or

company. Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR

GAS MODELS ONLY

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death.

For personal safety, this dryer must be properly grounded. Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death.

The power cord of this dryer is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a

standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance. Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death.

This dryer must be plugged into a 120-VAC, 60-Hz. grounded outlet protected by a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker. Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Failure to follow this warning can result in fire, explosion, or death.

3-prong grounding type wall receptacle

Ensure proper ground exists before use.

3-prong grounding

plug

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

CONNECTING GAS DRYERS (continued)

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including

the following:

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

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

Use only a new stainless steel flexible connector and a new AGA-certified connector. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

A gas shuto valve must be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

The dryer is configured for natural gas when shipped from the factory. Make sure that the dryer is equipped with the correct burner nozzle for the type of gas being used (natural gas or propane gas).

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

If necessary, the correct nozzle (for the LP nozzle kit, order part number D26-17025) should be installed by a qualified technician and the change should be noted on the dryer. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

All connections must be in accordance with local codes and regulations. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Gas dryers MUST exhaust to the outdoors. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death.

Connecting the Gas Supply

NOTE: This dryer is configured from the factory set for natural gas (NG). If dryer is to be used with propane (LP) gas, it must be converted by a qualified

service technician.

1Make sure that the gas supply to the laundry room is turned OFF and the dryer is unplugged. Confirm that the type of gas available in your laundry room is appropriate for the dryer.

2Remove the shipping cap from the gas fitting at the back of the dryer. Be careful not to damage the threads of the gas connector when removing the shipping cap.

3Connect the dryer to your laundry room’s gas supply using a new flexible stainless steel connector with a ⅜ inches NPT fitting.

NOTE: DO NOT use old connectors.

4Securely tighten all connections between the dryer and your laundry room’s gas supply.

5Turn on the gas supply.

6Check all pipe connections (both internal and external) for gas leaks with a noncorrosive leak-detection fluid.

7Proceed to Venting the Dryer.

⅜ in. (0.95 cm) NPT

⅛ in. (0.3 cm) NPT

Pipe Plug

Gas Connection

 

Gas Supply

AGA/CSA-Certified Shutoff Valve

Stainless Steel Flexible

Connector

High-Altitude Installations

The BTU rating of this dryer is AGA-certified for elevations below 10,000 feet.

If your gas dryer is being installed at an elevation above 10,000 feet, it must be derated by a qualified technician or gas supplier.

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