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I I IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Master Protection Agreements SAFETY MESSAGES 3 Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3-6 Kenmore
I I IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Master Protection Agreements SAFETY MESSAGES 3 Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3-6 Kenmore
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...the vicinity of this manual and on any gas or electrical appliance. 2. Follow the gas supplier's 5. instructions I I Ri=AD ALL iNSTRUCTiONS BSFORS USE r.•.uWARNING oo,o,,.yo,.,oratorio. All safety messages will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of a specific... type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. These words mean: DANGER: Youcanbe killed or seriously injured if you...
...the vicinity of this manual and on any gas or electrical appliance. 2. Follow the gas supplier's 5. instructions I I Ri=AD ALL iNSTRUCTiONS BSFORS USE r.•.uWARNING oo,o,,.yo,.,oratorio. All safety messages will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of a specific... type identified by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. These words mean: DANGER: Youcanbe killed or seriously injured if you...
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... children to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product. • Do not use , the dryer must be grounded. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances can be exposed to catch fire. • Do not dry articles that...a load to the weather. • Always check the inside of natural gas or LP fuels. Exposure to these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to whether the appliance is properly installed and grounded in , or spotted with...
... children to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product. • Do not use , the dryer must be grounded. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances can be exposed to catch fire. • Do not dry articles that...a load to the weather. • Always check the inside of natural gas or LP fuels. Exposure to these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by properly venting the dryer to whether the appliance is properly installed and grounded in , or spotted with...
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...Do not place candle and cigarettes on top of all packing items and dispose of the product. Failure to the weather. Exhaust/Ducting" Gas dryers MUST be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to do so can cause deform, smoke and fire. Punctured ductwork can cause a...and fire. For complete details, follow these instructions can result in diameter with no obstructions. Failure to do not install the dryer in use between the dryer and wall connection only. Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized power circuit to the outside. Remove all shipping ...
...Do not place candle and cigarettes on top of all packing items and dispose of the product. Failure to the weather. Exhaust/Ducting" Gas dryers MUST be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to do so can cause deform, smoke and fire. Punctured ductwork can cause a...and fire. For complete details, follow these instructions can result in diameter with no obstructions. Failure to do not install the dryer in use between the dryer and wall connection only. Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized power circuit to the outside. Remove all shipping ...
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... plugged into a properly grounded outlet. To prevent personal injury or damage to follow these instructions can result if the dryer is properly grounded. Failure to the dryer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by ...has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. The power cord can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. The dryer should always be plugged into it's own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from fire and electrical shock. Failure to follow...
... plugged into a properly grounded outlet. To prevent personal injury or damage to follow these instructions can result if the dryer is properly grounded. Failure to the dryer, the electrical power cord must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by ...has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. The power cord can create an electrical shock hazard and/or a fire hazard. The dryer should always be plugged into it's own individual electrical outlet which could cause a fire hazard from fire and electrical shock. Failure to follow...
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...See page 20. Door swing can be reversed to adjust for all settings are available for installation location. Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer I I KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS There are referenced in this manual. NOTE: Not all cycles. The drum... Maintaining clean exhaust system ducts improves operating efficiency and helps minimize service calls, saving you to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. Power Cord Location (Gas Models) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) ULTRA-CAPACITY STAINLESS STEEL DRUM WITH DRUM LIGHT The ultra...
...See page 20. Door swing can be reversed to adjust for all settings are available for installation location. Gas Connection Location (Gas Models) Exhaust Duct Outlet Rear of Dryer I I KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS There are referenced in this manual. NOTE: Not all cycles. The drum... Maintaining clean exhaust system ducts improves operating efficiency and helps minimize service calls, saving you to improve dryer stability on uneven floors. Power Cord Location (Gas Models) Terminal Block Access Panel (Electric Models) ULTRA-CAPACITY STAINLESS STEEL DRUM WITH DRUM LIGHT The ultra...
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ft. *Gas Models only. Closet Door Vent Requirements 8 I I -_ (10 cm) (73.0 cm) _ (10 cm) 49 5/6" (126.4 cm) oo • Properly ground the dryer to minimize vibration and noise. • Allowing additional clearance for the exhaust ducting. • Allow minimum clearances of electric shock, do not install the dryer...cm) in front of the dryer to open ) 126 lb. (57.2 kg) IEC 7.3 cu. I I KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS Description Electrical Requirements Gas Requirements* NG: Gas Requirements* LP: Dimensions Net Weight Drying Capacity Dryer (Gas and Electric) Please refer to ...
ft. *Gas Models only. Closet Door Vent Requirements 8 I I -_ (10 cm) (73.0 cm) _ (10 cm) 49 5/6" (126.4 cm) oo • Properly ground the dryer to minimize vibration and noise. • Allowing additional clearance for the exhaust ducting. • Allow minimum clearances of electric shock, do not install the dryer...cm) in front of the dryer to open ) 126 lb. (57.2 kg) IEC 7.3 cu. I I KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS Description Electrical Requirements Gas Requirements* NG: Gas Requirements* LP: Dimensions Net Weight Drying Capacity Dryer (Gas and Electric) Please refer to ...
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...the LP CONVERSIONKIT for changingthe dryer gas connections from Natural Gas (NG) to the instructions for venting directly on either side or on the bottom. I I INSTALLATION WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base... or stacking kit, please refer to LiquefiedPropane Gas (LP) 383EEL3002A NOTE: Installationof the LP conversion kit must be performedby a qualified service ...
...the LP CONVERSIONKIT for changingthe dryer gas connections from Natural Gas (NG) to the instructions for venting directly on either side or on the bottom. I I INSTALLATION WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KIT IMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base... or stacking kit, please refer to LiquefiedPropane Gas (LP) 383EEL3002A NOTE: Installationof the LP conversion kit must be performedby a qualified service ...
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...shutoff valve MUST be installed within at least 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer, in fire, explosion, or death. • DO NOT use . Before tightening the connection between the gas supply and the dryer, purge remaining air until the odor of gas is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug... ft. (6.1 m). A 1/8-in fire, explosion, or death. • To prevent contamination of the gas valve, purge the gas supply of gas shown on all gas connections. Failure to do so can result in . Gas pressure must be installed. Failure to the gas service. water column for gas leaks. This dryer must...
...shutoff valve MUST be installed within at least 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer, in fire, explosion, or death. • DO NOT use . Before tightening the connection between the gas supply and the dryer, purge remaining air until the odor of gas is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug... ft. (6.1 m). A 1/8-in fire, explosion, or death. • To prevent contamination of the gas valve, purge the gas supply of gas shown on all gas connections. Failure to do so can result in . Gas pressure must be installed. Failure to the gas service. water column for gas leaks. This dryer must...
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... old connectors. Failure to do so can result in accordance with LP gas, it must be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. Failure to damage the threads of the gas connector when removing the shipping cap. O Proceed to Venting Requirements on your gas dryer is configured from the factory. Failure to do so can result in...
... old connectors. Failure to do so can result in accordance with LP gas, it must be installed within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the dryer. Failure to damage the threads of the gas connector when removing the shipping cap. O Proceed to Venting Requirements on your gas dryer is configured from the factory. Failure to do so can result in...
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... or mobile home must comply with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the following : " This dryer must be connected to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and all new construction after January 1, 1996. ..., explosion, or death • A 4-wire connection is 15 ft. (4.5 m) or less in fire, explosion, or death. • The power cord (pigtail) connection between wall receptacle and dryer terminal block IS NOT supplied with instructions on the dryer. fied electrician to check your home s wiring and fuses to...
... or mobile home must comply with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the following : " This dryer must be connected to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and all new construction after January 1, 1996. ..., explosion, or death • A 4-wire connection is 15 ft. (4.5 m) or less in fire, explosion, or death. • The power cord (pigtail) connection between wall receptacle and dryer terminal block IS NOT supplied with instructions on the dryer. fied electrician to check your home s wiring and fuses to...
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...copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. lack) (White)-- (Red)} ii s0..2.......... "" O Transfer the dryer s ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the outer terminal block screws. O. Hot .......N...eutral"" Hot B. nal block...the neutral conductor. O TIGHTEN ALL SCREWS SECURELY. O Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 13 I I CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS WARNING" . o ........ O Attach the power cord ground wire to same color screw. Each colored wire should be...
...copper conductor and closed loop or forked terminals with upturned ends. lack) (White)-- (Red)} ii s0..2.......... "" O Transfer the dryer s ground wire from behind the green ground screw to the outer terminal block screws. O. Hot .......N...eutral"" Hot B. nal block...the neutral conductor. O TIGHTEN ALL SCREWS SECURELY. O Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 13 I I CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS WARNING" . o ........ O Attach the power cord ground wire to same color screw. Each colored wire should be...
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... the elbows. O EXESSIVEL¥ LONG VENT. Using the Duct Requirements Chart (below to use more than four 906elbows. 14 I I VENTING THE DRYER CHECK YOUR EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR PROBLEMS The most common cause of elbows used. Selecting and Verifying Duct Length Chart Recommended 0 65 feet (19.8 m)... (16.8 m) 47 feet (13.7 m) 2 41 feet (12.5 m) 3 2-1/2" (6,35 cm) 4 30 feet (9.1 m) 22 feet (6.7 m) NOTE: Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for the duct type and number of dryer problems is rigid or semi-rigid metal ducting. If it is too long, have it is poor exhaust venting. O Select the duct...
... the elbows. O EXESSIVEL¥ LONG VENT. Using the Duct Requirements Chart (below to use more than four 906elbows. 14 I I VENTING THE DRYER CHECK YOUR EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR PROBLEMS The most common cause of elbows used. Selecting and Verifying Duct Length Chart Recommended 0 65 feet (19.8 m)... (16.8 m) 47 feet (13.7 m) 2 41 feet (12.5 m) 3 2-1/2" (6,35 cm) 4 30 feet (9.1 m) 22 feet (6.7 m) NOTE: Deduct 6 ft. (1.8 m) for the duct type and number of dryer problems is rigid or semi-rigid metal ducting. If it is too long, have it is poor exhaust venting. O Select the duct...
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...short as possible. • Use as few elbow joints as a result of exhaust duct must always point in the ductwork. Connecting the Dryer Vent O Verify all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for use... Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to exhaust the dryer per the guidelines included within these IMPORTANT: Failure to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in the direction of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 8 ft.(2.4m) • In Canada, that comply with...
...short as possible. • Use as few elbow joints as a result of exhaust duct must always point in the ductwork. Connecting the Dryer Vent O Verify all duct joints. • Insulate ductwork that only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for use... Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to exhaust the dryer per the guidelines included within these IMPORTANT: Failure to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in the direction of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 8 ft.(2.4m) • In Canada, that comply with...
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... not rock from corner to corner. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to make sure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it must be a level, solid surface. Latch _" i_ Screws OUse a wrench to turn the door up-side-down so the hinge ... in the final location. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can be fully retracted. Place a level across the top of the dryer. • All four leveling feet must be level. O Open the dryer door. O Remove the two screws above and below the latch. . Raise or lower the leveling feet until the...
... not rock from corner to corner. NOTE: Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to make sure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it must be a level, solid surface. Latch _" i_ Screws OUse a wrench to turn the door up-side-down so the hinge ... in the final location. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can be fully retracted. Place a level across the top of the dryer. • All four leveling feet must be level. O Open the dryer door. O Remove the two screws above and below the latch. . Raise or lower the leveling feet until the...
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... to the proper outlet. Checking Levelness Once the dryer is in to turn the dryer on . NOTE: A 3-wire connection is in ? O Is gas turned ON? (Gas Models only) O Is dryer plugged in its final location, recheck the dryer to turn the dryer on . I I Gas dryer should ignit the main burner. O Is dryer vent ductwork connected? O Press the Power button to...
... to the proper outlet. Checking Levelness Once the dryer is in to turn the dryer on . NOTE: A 3-wire connection is in ? O Is gas turned ON? (Gas Models only) O Is dryer plugged in its final location, recheck the dryer to turn the dryer on . I I Gas dryer should ignit the main burner. O Is dryer vent ductwork connected? O Press the Power button to...
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... that cycle will be lost. Once the desired cycle has been selected, the standard presets for that cycle and any time, open the dryer door or press PAUSE. To resume the cycle where it was stopped, press START/PAUSE again. For detailed information about the individual options,... the cycle status. The lights above the buttons show the current selection. I I O CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS Use these buttons to turn the dryer OFF. Press again to select additional cycle options. These settings can be adjusted using the Cycle Modifier or Option buttons anytime before operating this...
... that cycle will be lost. Once the desired cycle has been selected, the standard presets for that cycle and any time, open the dryer door or press PAUSE. To resume the cycle where it was stopped, press START/PAUSE again. For detailed information about the individual options,... the cycle status. The lights above the buttons show the current selection. I I O CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS Use these buttons to turn the dryer OFF. Press again to select additional cycle options. These settings can be adjusted using the Cycle Modifier or Option buttons anytime before operating this...
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... on page 23 (temperature, dryness level, and chime). O SELECT CYCLE OPTIONS Cycle options can be done using the options buttons as shown on the dryer. The cycle can be lost. Remove your clothing from the washer. This can now be shown. (TOUCH UP cycle is not restarted within 4 minutes... remove the lint from setting in the clothes. 19 I I !30 Soft Off il H/ jJ START/PAUSE O LOAD THE DRYER Load the dryer with the wet laundry from the dryer immediately to reduce wrinkling. O SELECT A CYCLE Turn the Cycle Selector Knob either by opening the door or by pressing the TOUCH...
... on page 23 (temperature, dryness level, and chime). O SELECT CYCLE OPTIONS Cycle options can be done using the options buttons as shown on the dryer. The cycle can be lost. Remove your clothing from the washer. This can now be shown. (TOUCH UP cycle is not restarted within 4 minutes... remove the lint from setting in the clothes. 19 I I !30 Soft Off il H/ jJ START/PAUSE O LOAD THE DRYER Load the dryer with the wet laundry from the dryer immediately to reduce wrinkling. O SELECT A CYCLE Turn the Cycle Selector Knob either by opening the door or by pressing the TOUCH...
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... your garments, not every dry level, temperature, or option is selected, the ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display shows the actual time remaining in the display. The dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle. = available option = default setting * Note : This is the default time and...
... your garments, not every dry level, temperature, or option is selected, the ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING display shows the actual time remaining in the display. The dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the recommended setting for each cycle. = available option = default setting * Note : This is the default time and...
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...the screen to persons when using this entire manual, includ- Push the lint screen firmly back into loads that they dry. Running the dryer with similar care requirements together. Flammable objects such as clips, pens, coins, and keys can result in a load. • ...shock, or injury to remove lint. Items such as lighters or matches could ignite, causing a fire. Washing clothes will dry more information. LOADING THE DRYER i A IAI_ M i M/"_ VV/_FII_I II_ll, J " TO reduce the risk of clothing feature fabric care labels that have different care requirements,...
...the screen to persons when using this entire manual, includ- Push the lint screen firmly back into loads that they dry. Running the dryer with similar care requirements together. Flammable objects such as clips, pens, coins, and keys can result in a load. • ...shock, or injury to remove lint. Items such as lighters or matches could ignite, causing a fire. Washing clothes will dry more information. LOADING THE DRYER i A IAI_ M i M/"_ VV/_FII_I II_ll, J " TO reduce the risk of clothing feature fabric care labels that have different care requirements,...