Kenmore 11070202990 User Manual GAS DRYER Manuals And Guides L0705194
KENMORE Residential Dryer Manual L0705194 KENMORE Residential Dryer Owner's Manual, KENMORE Residential Dryer installation guides
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Owner's Manual and installation instructions ® 29-inch Wide GAS DRYERS I J lmwB Your dryer may took different from the dryer shown. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, PART NO. 3405587 Rev. A PRINTED IN U.S.A. IL 60179 U.S.A. WARNING: For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. WHAT TO DO iF YOU SMELL GAS • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any 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. BEFORE USING YOUR NEW DRYER 3 SEARS GAS DRYER WARRANTY 4 iMPORTANT 5 SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS iNSTALLATION iNSTRUCTiONS 6 OPERATING YOUR DRYER 23 LAUNDRY TIPS 30 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER 32 TROUBLESHOOTING 36 SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 38 Please read this manual. It will help you install and operate your new Kenmore Dryer in the safest and most economical way. Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore Dryer. If you need more information about the care and operation of Kenmore appliances call your nearest Sears store. You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information. Your dryer's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate. Model No. Serial No. Date of Purchase Keep this book and your Sears Salescheck (receipt) in a safe place for future reference. FullOneYearWarranty Mechanical and Electrical on Parts For one year from the date of purchase, if this dryer is installed and operated according to the instructions in this manual, Sears will repair or replace any of its mechanical or electrical parts if they are defective in material or workmanship. NOTE: Exhausting your dryer with a plastic vent may void this warranty. Pages 17-21 of this manual describe the complete exhaust requirements for this dryer. Warranty Restriction If the dryer is subjected to 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 is in use in the United States. this dryer 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. 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 hazards that can kil! or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING:' These words mean: -- injured youkilled don'tor follow You will ifbe seriously instructions. -- You can ifbe seriously injured youkilled don't or follow instructions. Al! 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. YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT TO US. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: * Read all instructions the dryer. before using . 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 off vapors that could ignite or explode. * Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children. * Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door. * Do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving. * Do not install or store this dryer where it can be exposed to water and/or weather. . Do not tamper • Do not repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the Owner's Manual or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. • Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer or product. of the fabric softener • Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubberlike materials. • Clean lint screen load. before or after each • Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt. • The interior of the machine and exhaust vent should be cleaned periodically qualified service personnel. by with controls. SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS IMPORTANT: The gas installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. The dryer must be electrically grounded in accordance the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical with local codes, or in Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. INSTALLATION For a complete needed, list of tools see pages A. SELECT Standard OVERVIEW and parts 6-8. LOCATION FOR YOUR Installation (pgs. 9-10) DRYER (pgs. 9-12) Recessed Areal Closet Installation Instructions (pgs. 10-11) \ Q B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS (p. 13) Tools Parts Needed: Needed: (supplied with dryer) Adjustable _Level wrench Two corner posts (from dryer carton) Flashlight (optional depending on installation) 4 leveling legs C, INSTALL GAS LINE (pgs. 14-16) @ J Tools Needed: Parts Needed: Do not use pipe joint compound 8-inch or 10-inch pipe wrench Pipe-joint compound resistant to L.P. gas Flashlight (optional depending on installation) 3/s-inch male pipe flare (optional depending on installation) Use pipe joint compound V2-inch to 3/8-inch pipe reducer Rigid gas supply line approved for natural gas use (NOTE: additional fittings may be required) 3/s-inch diameter, flexible stainless steel 4-foot or 6-foot gas line, including gas supply pipe and dryer connectors D. CONNECT EXHAUST m Tools Tin snips Flashlight (optional depending on installation) (pgs. 17-21) I_B Parts Needed: Duct tape 4-inch rigid or flexible heavy metal vent Needed: 4-inch metal elbow(s) (optional depending on installation) Od> © db Flat-bladed screwdriver 4-inch outlet exhaust hood (4) 4-inch diameter clamps A. 8ELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR DRYER Selecting the proper location for your dryer makes installation easy and gives you the best drying performance, 8TANDARD Explosion IN8TALLATION Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor for a garage installation. Check location where dryer will be installed. Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation (see illustration below). The dryer must can be exposed not be installed where it to water and/or weather. • Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45°F (at lower temperatures, the dryer may not shut off at the end of automatic cycles and drying times will be extended). • Use at least the minimum Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. installation spacings described on page 11. This will ensure you have an adequate clearance for service and proper operation including flow of combustion and ventilation air, and that you have a sufficient distance from combustible construction. Failure side of dryer. these in death, instructions explosion, or fire. • Be sure your location allows for a proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See pages 17-21 requirements. for complete • Check code requirements. codes limit or do not permit of clothes dryers in garages, mobile homes, or sleeping Contact your local building I--6 Grounded receptacle: Within 2 feet of either to follow can result exhaust Some installation closets, quarters. inspector. Ft. Max.-- J Rigid gas supply line: Approved for natural gas use. Shut-off valve: No further than 6 feet away from dryer. Support: Floor must be sturdy enough to support a total weight of 175 pounds (includes dryer and load weight). Level floor: Maximum allowable slope under entire dryer - 1 inch. DRYERDIMENSIONS Most installations 5-inch clearance the dryer vent. will require at least behind the dryer for Location must be large open dryer door. enough to fully Side-Swing Doer (Large Opening) Side-SwingDoor (WideOpening) HamperDoor (Wide Opening) RECESSED AREA/CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for service and proper operation including flow of combustion and ventilation air, Check and that you have a sufficient from combustible construction. governing codes and ordinances. This dryer may be installed area or closet. in a recessed The dryer must not be installed will be exposed to water and/or where it weather. * Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45°F (at lower temperatures, the dryer may not shut off at the end of automatic cycles and drying times will be extended). * Use at least the minimum installation spacings described below. This will ensure you have an adequate clearance distance * Be sure your location allows for a proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See pages 17-21 for complete requirements. * Check code requirements. codes limit or do not permit of clothes dryers in garages, mobile homes, or sleeping Contact your local building exhaust Some installation closets, quarters. inspector. NOTE: No fuel-burning appliances may be installed in the same closet as a dryer. MINIMUM INSTALLATION SPACING J: 3" f minimum ventilation al'ea **24 sq. in. minimum ventilation 81'ea F-29"- 't F-*I" ÷11"1<28'/,0" FrontView (DoorNot Shown) Side View (DoorShown) 3" T '' FrontView (DoorWith Vent) * Additional clearancesforwall, doorand floor moldingsmaybe required.O"clearance is acceptablebutnotrecommended. ** Openingisminimumfor closetdoor.Lonvereddoorwith equivalentair openingsis acceptable. *** Additional apaceis neededwhenexternal exhaustelbow isused. Canbe O"clearance whenhouseexhausting islinedupdirectlywith dryerexhaust. • In the above illustration, the installation spacing is in inches and is the minimum allowable. • Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. • If closet door is installed, the minimum air openings in top and bottom are required. Louvered doors with equivalent air openings in top and bottom are acceptable. * All installations must be exhausted outside. Use at least the minimum dimensions indicated. I1 MOBILE HOME EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS For mobile home use, gas dryers must be securely fastened to the floor. Order Mobile Home Installation Kit 346764 • The dryer must not be installed where it can be exposed to water and/or weather. Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45°F (at lower temperatures, the dryer may not shut off at the end of automatic cycles and drying times will be extended). • Use at least the minimum installation spacings described on page 11. This will ensure you have an adequate clearance for service and proper operation including flow of combustion and ventilation air, and that you have a sufficient distance from combustible construction. • Special provisions must be made for the introduction of outside air into the dryer when installed in a mobile home. The area of any opening for the introduction of outside air (such as a nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening. This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Homes Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). • Dryer exhaust vent must be connected or secured with screws or other devices which extend intotheinterior ofthevent • A gas dryer must be exhausted outdoors. The not //I I11 I / __ __ _._ I / _ _ must be vent securely fastened exhaust to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. I2 ._4/_! from your Sears store or Sears Service Center. Kit includes the necessary fastening hardware and detailed installation instructions. Exhaust system hardware is also available through your Sears store or Sears Service Center. B. iNSTALL LEVELING LEGS Leveling your dryer correctly will reduce operating noise and provide improved drying performance. STEP 5. Stand the dryer up and move it close to its final location. Leave enough room to connect the exhaust vent. STEP 6. Check levelness of dryer by placing a level on top of the dryer, first side-to-side; then front-to-back. STEP 1. Take two of the cardboard corners from the carton. Place them on the floor in back of the dryer. STEP 2. Firmly grasp the body of the dryer (not the top or console panel). Gently lay dryer on the cardboard corners. STEP 7. If dryer is not level, prop the dryer up using two stacked cardboard corner posts. Use a wrench to adjust the legs up or down. STEP check 3. With one of the legs in hand, the ridges for a diamond marking. STEP 4. Start to screw the legs into the holes by hand. Use a wrench to finish turning the legs until diamond marking is no longer visible. This is when we recommend you start checking the dryer for levelness. Further adjustment may be necessary. NOTE: It may be necessary to level the dryer again after it is moved into its final position. I3 C. INSTALL GAS LiNE • Make certain your dryer has the correct burner for the type of gas in your home. Burner information is located on the The proper gas connection ensures a safe installation that meets local code requirements, GAS REQUIREMENTS rating plate in the door well of your dryer. If this information does not agree with the type of gas available, contact your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. Any change to the burner must be made by a qualified installer. • Provide a rigid gas supply 1/2-inch pipe to your dryer. • If you are using copper tubing. Explosion Hazard Use a new AGA approved supply line. gas Connect dryer to a regulated supply with a shut=off valve. L.P. gas supply pressure exceed 13" water column. Securely Failure tighten to follow can result gas must natural line of gas, do not use • If your dryer has been converted to use L.R gas, 3/8-inch L.P.-compatible copper tubing may be used. If the total length of the supply line is more than 20 feet, use larger pipe. Pipe joint compounds that resist the action of L.R gas MUST be used. Do not use Teflon tape. not all gas connections. these in death, instructions explosion, or fire. It is your responsibility to contact a qualified gas line installer to ensure you have natural gas. • The design of this dryer has been certified by the American Gas Association for use at altitudes up to 10,000 feet above sea level at the B.T.U. rating indicated on the model/serial number plate. Burner input adjustments are not required when the dryer is operated up to this level. • When installed above 10,000 feet, a four percent (4%) reduction of the burner B.T.U. rating shown on the model/serial number plate is required for each 1,000 foot increase in elevation. For assistance when converting to other gas types and/or installing above 10,000 feet elevation contact your local service company. I4 3/8-inchmale threadedpipe 1/2-inch gas threaded supply line * If local codes permit, use flexible stainless steel tubing (Design Certified by the American Gas Association) to connect your dryer to the gas supply line. To prevent kinking, you may need an elbow and connector between the stainless steel tubing and the dryer gas pipe. The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a 3/8-inch male pipe thread. * A combination of pipe fittings be used to connect the dryer existing gas line. 3/8-inch male threaded pipe must to the l/B-inch HPT plugged tapping connection Gas shut- U Reducer or connector 1/2-inch gas supply line off valve * The gas supply must have a shut-off valve. The valve should be in the same room as the dryer, within six feet. The location should be easy to reach for opening and closing the valve. * A 1/8-inch NPT plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer. * To ensure proper combustion and ventilation, the dryer installation should adhere to the minimum recommended clearances. See page * For mobile home page 12 for more * The the any test 3/8-inch male threaded pipe connection 11. installation, instructions. see dryer must be disconnected from gas supply piping system during pressure testing of that system at pressures in excess of 1/2 psig. 1/2-inch to 3/g-inch pipe reducer I5 CONNECT DRYER TO GAS LINE ELECTRICAL It is your REQUIREMENTS responsibility: • To contact a qualified • To assure that the electrical electrical installer. installation is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70 - latest edition and all local codes and ordinances. Explosion Use a new Failure death, flexible Hazard gas supply to do so can result explosion, line. Copies of the code standards above may be obtained from: listed in or fire, National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy, Massachusetts 02269 STEP 1. Remove the red cap from the gas pipe. Move the dryer to its final position. STEP 2. Connect gas supply to dryer. Use a wrench to tighten. For gas connections you must use pipe joint compound resistant to the action of LP. gas. Apply pipe joint compound to the non-flared male threads only. If flexible metal tubing is used be sure there are no kinks. Do not use pipe joint compound The proper electrical connection ensures a safe installation that meets local code requirements. Use pipe joint compound Electrica! Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded outlet. STEP 3. Open the shut-off valve in the supply line. The valve is open when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe. 3=prong Do not remove Do not use an adapter. ground Do not use an extension Failure to follow these can result in death, electrical shock. • A 120-volt, 20-ampere is required. prong. cord. instructions fire, or 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or fused electrical supply • A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Be sure fuse or circuit breaker matches • Use a separate STEP 4. Test all the connections by brushing on a soapy water solution (liquid detergent also works well). Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any leak found. Never leaks with a flame. I6 test for gas the rating circuit your dryer. • Do not use an extension of your line. serving cord. only GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS D. CONNECTEXHAUST Thisappliance mustbegrounded. Intheeventofmalfunction orbreakdown,grounding willreduce therisk A properly exhausted dryer will give ofelectric shockbyproviding apath ofleastresistance forelectric current. you the shortest drying time, lower Thisappliance isequipped witha cord your utility bills, and extend the life of the dryer. having anequipment-grounding conductoranda grounding plug.Theplug mustbeplugged intoanappropriate outletthatis properly installed and grounded inaccordance withalllocal codesandordinances. WARNING: Improper connection ofthe equipment-grounding conductor can Fire Hazard resultina riskofelectric shock.Check witha qualified electrician orserviceman Use a heavy metal vent. ifyouareindoubtastowhether the Do not use a plastic vent. appliance is properly grounded. Do not use a metal foil vent. Donotmodify theplugprovided with Failure to follow these instructions theappliance - ifitwillnotfittheoutlet, can result in death or fire. havea proper outletinstalled bya qualified electrician. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer must • Use a heavy be exhausted metal • Do not use a plastic outdoors. vent. vent. • Do not use a metal foil vent. • Do not exhaust dryer into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, or a concealed space of a building. • The diameter of the heavy must be 4 inches. • Do not use an exhaust magnetic metal vent hood with a latch. • If using an existing exhaust system, disconnect vent from the dryer and clean one section at a time until you reach the exhaust hood. To clean out lint, you can use the hose attachment on your vacuum, or use a pole or wire with a feather duster or rag attached. • Make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Follow the instructions in this section to reinstall your vent system. I7 ROUTETHEVENT Typical installations rear of the dryer. DETERMINE exhaust from the Avoid pushing the dryer tightly against a wall. This can crush or kink the vent. Use the straightest path you can, where possible. Avoid 90 ° turns. Maximum VENT Exhaust LENGTH Lengths: • The maximum length of the rear exhaust system depends on the type of vent, the number of elbows, and the type of exhaust hood. Refer to the chart below. NOTE: If a combination of rigid metal vent and flexible metal vent is used, use instructions for flexible metal vent. 4-iNCH ._. Number of 90 ° Turns EXHAUST -< Maximum length of 4-inch diameter rigid heavy metal vent 0 1 2 3 4 Number of 90 ° Turns Rear exhaust installations for standard offset connections - (see pgs. I9-20) Number of 90 ° Turns Rear exhaust installations for offset connections with close clearances (see p. 21) 64 54 44 35 27 0 1 2 3 4 ft. ft. if, ft. ft. Maximum length of 4-inch diameter flexible heavy metal vent 0 1 2 3 4 21/2-INCH HOODS 36 31 27 25 23 EXHAUST ft, ft. ft, ft, ft. HOODS* Maximum length of 4-inch diameter rigid heavy metal vent 58 48 38 29 21 ft, ft, ft, ft, ft. Number of 90 ° Maximum length of 4-inch diameter flexible Turns heavy metal vent 0 1 2 3 4 28 ft. 23 ft, 19ft, 17ft, 15ft. *Use a 4-inch exhaust hood if possible. I8 STANDARD OFFSET CONNECTIONS Using NOTE: 4-inch rigid heavy Do not secure metal exhaust STEP 3. Place a clamp on each end of vent elbow and connect elbow to your dryer's exhaust outlet. Tape the joint with duct tape. Tighten clamp. vent: vent joints with screws. Screws can catch lint and slow the drying process. Instead, use clamps to secure exhaust vent joints. STEP 1. Install a 4-inch metal elbow the hood and on the dryer's exhaust on outlet. STEP 2. Measure the length of 4-inch rigid heavy metal vent needed to connect the two elbows. Tape •Wall Elbow Exhaust hood Rigid heavy metal vent Clamp STEP 4. Connect vent to elbow. Tape the joint with duct tape. Tighten clamp. STEP 2 Dryer "Elbow Ducttape & clamps STEP 5. Install one end of elbow vent, the other end to the exhaust Tape joints and tighten clamps. Finish installation, INSTALLATION" on hood. See "REVIEW on page 22, The vent usually comes in 2-foot lengths. Use tin snips to cut the vent 3 inches longer than your measurement in order to make a connection. I9 Using4-inchflexibleheavymetalvent: NOTE:Donotsecureexhaust vent jointswithscrews. Screws cancatchlint andslowthedryingprocess, instead, useclamps tosecure exhaust vent joints. STEP 1. install a 4-inch metal elbow on the exhaust hood and, if necessary, on the dryer's exhaust outlet. STEP 2. Measure the length of 4-inch flexible heavy metal vent needed from the dryer to the hood. Flexibleheavy \ Exhaust tape& clamps STEP 2 Duct & ¢lamp Elbow Daottape& clamp (optional) STEP 3. Add 10 inches to the measurement for each bend in the vent. dryer's exhaust outlet to the over the and hood. STEP 5. Place a clamp on each end of vent elbow. Install one end of elbow on vent, the other end to the exhaust Tape joints and tighten clamps. Tape Clamp 20 than 6 feet, use 2 or more sections of rigid metal vent with flexible metal vent attached at ends. STEP 7. Connect the vent directly to the dryer outlet or to a separate elbow. Tape the joints with duct tape. Secure with clamps. STEP 8. To fit the vent over the duct on the hood it may be necessary to make two 1/2-inch cuts in the end of the vent to Elbow STEP 4. Add 3 more inches measurement for connection STEP 6. Stretch the vent only as needed by pulling out from the center in each direction. Do not stretch vent sections over 6 feet. If distance is more hood. allow it to expand. Finish installation. INSTALLATION" See "REVIEW on page 22. OFFSET CONNECTIONS CLOSE CLEARANCES WITH When your exhaust vent is in a close clearance behind the dryer, or if you are installing your dryer in a recessed area or closet, you will find it helpful to install the exhaust vent over-the-top* of the dryer. A kit is available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. *Parts may be covered U.S. Patents. LOOP NOTE: Vent systems come in many varieties. Select the type that best fits your installation. Three of the most common types of installations are illustrated here. by one or more SYSTEM "_ ..... Vent system installed over-the-top with standard elbows PERISCOPE [ "'---_ : Vent system installed over-the-top with one offset and one standard elbow SYSTEM Vent system with one periscope (2-inch clearance) 21 REVIEW INSTALLATION Take a few minutes to complete this checklist. It will help assure you that you have a proper installation and increase your satisfaction with your Kenmore dryer. [] Check that all parts you removed from the parts packages are now installed. [] Ensure that dryer is positioned in its final location. Make sure vent is not crushed or kinked. [] Ensure that dryer is level by placing a level on top of the dryer. Check side-to-side first, then check front-toback. If dryer is not level, adjust the legs up or down. [] Check to make sure you have all the tools you started with. [] To remove air from the gas line, set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not the AIR DRY Cycle) for 20 minutes. After five minutes, open dryer door. The burner should have ignited during these five minutes. If you do not feel heat, turn the dryer off and WAIT 5 MINUTES. During these 5 minutes check to be sure dryer gas supply valve is open. Repeat steps above. If the burner still does not ignite, see "TROUBLESHOOTING" on FINAL STEPS [] Plug the power supply cord into the grounded outlet or power supply. [] Turn power supply on. [] Wipe the interior of the drum thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust. [] Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape remaining on dryer. [] Take a few minutes and read the Operating Instructions (pgs. 23-29) to fully understand your new dryer. 22 pages 36-37. STARTING YOUR DRYER Explosion Keep flammable materials vapors, such as gasoline, from dryer. Do not dry anything that had anything flammable after washing). Failure to follow can result or fire. these in death, Fire Hazard Hazard and away has ever on it (even instructions explosion, No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils), Items containing foam, rubber, or plastic must be dried on a clothesline or by using an air cycle. Failure to follow these instruotions can result in death or fire. To get the best drying results, you must operate your dryer properly. This section STEP gives (Timer) you this important information. NOTE: The drawings in this section show the basic features of all models covered by this manual. Refer to the supplied "Feature Sheet" for your dryer's particular features. STEP 1. Check lint screen. Clean if needed. STEP 2. Put laundry shut door. into dryer and STEP 3. Set Cycle O(see pgs. Selector 24 and Control 26). 4. Set FABRIC/TEMPERATURE Control _, if available (see p. 25). Check clothes label for manufacturer's recommendations. STEP 5. Press PUSH TO START Button _ Be sure door is closed. STOPPING/RESTARTING YOUR DRYER • To stop the dryer at any time, open dryer door. • To restart, press PUSH TO START Button. Be sure door is closed. • If you wish to end your drying cycle, turn Cycle Selector Control (Timer) to OFF. O @ G 23 TIMED CYCLE DESCRIPTION DRY CYCLE Use this cycle to get 60, 70, or 80 minutes (depending on model) of heated drying time. The AUTO DRY Cycle saves you time by providing the best drying results in the shortest time. This can help you save money on utility bills and reduce the risk of fabric damage. AUTO DRY CYCLE Use AUTO DRY for most loads. Drying time varies according to type of fabric, size of load, and dryness setting. Using Automatic Drying Cycles • Set the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) to NORMAL DRY(*) which is good for most fabrics. • At the end of the cycle, feel the dried clothes. If they are damp, select MORE DRY the next time you do a similar load. if they are overdried, select LESS DRY the next time you do a similar load. • If your dryer has an end-of-cycle signal, it will sound (if selected) once the cycle is completed. Select models feature a non-adjustable end-of-cycle signal. On Dryers with AUTO • The heating cycle is followed by a 1gminute (approx.) COOL DOWN period. • If your dryer has an end-of-cycle signal, it will sound (if selected) once the cycle is completed. Select models feature a non-adjustable end-of-cycle signal. TOUCH UP CYCLE Use this cycle to smooth synthetic and permanent press clothes that are clean but wrinkled from being crowded in a closet or suitcase. • This setting provides about 15 minutes of heated drying time followed by a 10minute (approx.) COOL DOWN period. • If your dryer has an end-of-cycle signal, it will sound (if selected) once the cycle is completed. Select models feature a non-adjustable end-of-cycle signal. • Remove tumbling clothes stops. immediately when 7O TIMED DRY DRY II • Dryness is determined by an electronic sensor that "feels" the amount of mois- AUTODBYII - TOUCH UP ture in clothes as they pass over it. When the dryness selected is reached, the dryer goes into a 10-minute COOL DOWN period. • If you do not unload (approx.) the dryer, it goes into WRINKLE GUARD automatically, if available. For an explanation of WRINKLE GUARD, see page 28. On Dryers with AUTO DRY I • Dryness is determined by thermostats that react to the amount of moisture in the air exhausted from the dryer. Moist air indicates clothes are still damp. Dry air indicates has been removed. that moisture NOTE: Dryers that do not have a FABRIC/TEMPERATURE Control, give you a choice of settings for high heat (PERMANENT PRESS/NORMAL) or low heat (KNIT/DELICATE). 24 io 2o 3o AIR DRY SoflHeatSystem FABRICfTEMPERATURE Proper ensure right use of this that fabrics temperature CONTROL contro! helps are dried at the for maximum !ife. Use this control to select the drying temperature that matches the fabrics in your load. • Select Select LOW for delicate HIGH for durable as sturdy work clothes fabrics. fabrics such or bath towels. • The FABRIC/TEMPERATURE Control will not work when the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) is in the AIR DRY Cycle. The following dryer settings various loads. Settings may depending on your load. table lists suggested and drying times for This is only a guide. require adjustment the requirements of AUTO DRY Setting Drying Temp TIMED DRY Setting** Extra Heavy - Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts MORE DRY HiGH 70-80 rain. Heavyweight - Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes MORE DRY HiGH 50-60 min. NORMAL MEDIUM/HIGH DRY or MEDIUM* NORMAL DRY LOW 30-40 min. Type of Load COTTONS AND LINENS Medium Weight - Sheets, cotton underwear, diapers Lightweight - Batistes, organdies, lingerie 40-50 min. PERMANENT PRESS, SYNTHETICS AND BLENDS Heavyweight - Work clothes, jackets, raincoats NORMAL DRY HIGH 40-50 rain. Medium Weight - Shirts, play clothes, sheets_ slacks NORMAL DRY MEDIUM/HIGH or MEDIUM* 30-40 rain. LESS DRY MEDIUM or LOW* 20-30 min. Heavyweight - Cottons, rayons, blends, T-shirts, slacks, shirts NORMAL DRY HIGH 40-50 rain. Medium Weight - Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.), dress slacks, skirts, sweaters NORMAL DRY MEDIUM/HIGH or MEDIUM* 30-40 rain. Lightweight - Synthetics (polyester, acrylic, etc.) and blends, lingerie, blouses, dresses LESS DRY LOW 20-30 min. Lightweight - Lingerie, blouses, dresses KNITS *Use the lowest temperature setting available on your dryer. **Reset time_ as needed_ to allow items to dry completely. 25 USING AiR DRY 70 OFF _'_S0 WRINKLE Using this cycle gives you a!! the benefits of hang drying with a shorter drying time. GUARD I AUTO DRY II _7 CL! Use the AIR DRY Cycle to get up to 20 or 30 minutes (depending on model) of drying time in room temperature air. Use this setting for items that will not tolerate heat such as plastics and foam rubber. Also use for airing and fluffing items such as pillows. MORE DRY -- 10 20 30 AIR DRY Refer to the following table for examples of items that require drying without heat. Use the AIR DRY Cycle, or place the items on a line or rack to air dry. Type of Load DELICATE TIME£ AIR DRY Cycle* FABRICS Sheer curtains (2 or 3 panels), gauze, lace, etc. 20-30 min. (Use AIR DRY/AIR FLUFF if low heat is not available.) RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT-SENSITWE FABRICS Foam rubber - Pillows, padded bras, stuffed toys , Make sure coverings 20-30 min. are securely stitched. , Shake and fluff pillows by hand several times during the cycle. , Make sure pillows are completely dry. Foam rubber pillows take a long time to dry. Plastic - Shower curtains, Rubber-backed tablecloths Olefin, polypropytene, sheer nylon *Reset time, as needed, to allow items to dry completely. 26 20-30 min. 40-50 min. rugs 10-20 min. END-OF-CYCLE SIGNAL CONTROL Your dryer sounds a signal a drying cycle is finished. when The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press, synthetics, and other items. These items should be removed from the dryer as soon as it stops in order to prevent wrinkles. • On some signal models, the volume SOFT-HEAT<_>SYSTEM SOFT-HEAT <_System guards against overdrying. This helps your fabrics retain the natural moisture they need, prevents static, and reduces pilling the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments. Pilling is the natural result of washing and wearing of garments. of the can be adjusted. Kenmore dryers help prevent overdrying so you get outstanding fabric care. In the AUTO DRY and TIMED DRY Cycles, clothes are dried at the temperature you selected until the last few minutes of the cycle. The dryer then switches to low heat. COOL DOWN Approximately ten minutes before end of the AUTO DRY and TIMED the DRY Cycles, clothes are tumbled without heat to help reduce wrinkles and make clothes more comfortable to handle. PUSH TO START 70 BUTTON Use this control to start the dryer. Be sure the dryer door is closed. Opening the door stops the dryer. It will not start again until you close the door and press the PUSH TO START Button. Be sure the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) is still on a dry setting. _ WRCNKLE GUARD 5o TIMED DRY [ 30 AUTODRYII UPLESSDRY _l&_ _7 /// Io TOUCH 20 ao AIR DRY Suft Heat System 27 USING WRINKLE GUARD DRY RACK On some models, a dry rack shipped on top of your dryer. and discard shipping blocks using. The dry rack may look different than the one shown WRINKLE GUARD helps keep your permanent press items wrinkle-free when you don't unload the dryer promptly at the end of the AUTO DRY Cycle. If you do not open the door at the end of the AUTO DRY Cycle, WRINKLE GUARD will tumble the clothes without heat for 30 minutes. • This action you open will be continuous unless the dryer. During WRINKLE GUARD, the End-ofCycle SIGNAL will sound every 5 minutes. 7O was Remove before slightly below. When you use the dry rack, the heated air inside the dryer flows in a concentrated pattern to allow efficient and uniform drying. reduces noise when have buckles. The dry rack also drying items that Use the drying rack with the TIMED DRY orAIR DRY Cycles only. This al!ows you to machine dry items for a specific length of time without tumbling. O_F_ 0 4T0_MED WRINKLEGUARD I 3O DRY To Use STEP LESS DRY /' 10 20 3o AIR DRY SoflH¢at_tem 28 the Dry Rack: 1. Open dryer door. STEP 2. Put rack into the drum, fitting rear legs into the grooves in the back wall of the dryer. Then push in rack and drop the front legs into position on dryer opening as shown. STEP3.Placewetitemsontopofthe dryrack.Allowspacearound itemsfor airtocirculate. Therackdoesnotmove, butthedrumwillrotate. Makesureitems donothangovertheedgesorbetween rackgrill. STEP4.Closedryerdoor. STEP 5.UsetheTIMED DRYorAIRDRY Cycle.Refertothetablebelow. STEP6.SettheFABRIC/TEMPERATURE Control, ifavailable. Refertothetable below. STEP7.Startthedryer. Toremove thedryrack,pushitback torelease rearlegsprings andliftout. FABRIC/ TEMPERATURE Setting Suggested items forRack Drying 1. Washable wool items (block to shape and lay flat on rack) DELICATE 2. Stuffed toys (cotton or polyester fiber filling) COTTON Cycle Selector (Timer) Setting TIMED Minutes* DRY 60 TIMED DRY 60 3. Stuffed toys (foam rubber filling) AIR DRY 90 4. Galoshes AIR DRY 20 (rubber) 5. Foam rubber pillows AIR DRY 90 6. Tennis shoes AIR DRY 30-40 *Reset time as needed to complete drying. 29 PREPARING CLOTHES FOR DRYING Follow these SORTING CLOTHES recommendations help save on utility bills the life of your garments, and to prolong • Refer to your Washer Owner's for proper washing techniques additional laundry tips. Manual and • See page 5 of this manual for Important Safety Instructions. • Separate colorfast DRYING TIPS dark colors from light colors; from non-colorfast. Items properly sorted by color for washing are usually properly sorted for drying. • Separate heavy fabrics (denim, towels) from light fabrics (synthetics, permanent press). • Separate lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics, permanent press). When possible, turn lint takers inside out. • Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove heat-sensitive trim that can be damaged by drying. Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle. • Check garments for spots and stains left after washing. Do not tumble these items. Heat may permanently set stains. • Check pockets before drying. Sharp or metal objects can damage your dryer. Do not lay these objects on your dryer, they can damage the finish. Turn pockets of heavy items inside out for even drying. • Place small items such as baby socks or hankies in laundry bag for easy removal. • Articles removed 30 to be ironed while should still damp. be CHOOSING LOADSIZES USING DRYER FABRIC SOFTENERS • Mixlargeitemswithsmallitems. Loadthedryerbytheamount ofspace Dryer fabric softeners are recommended itemstakeup,notbytheirweight.Do for reducing static cling. Always follow notoverload thedryer.Overcrowding package instructions carefully. causes uneven dryingand wrinkling, • Put one fabric softener sheet on top and can cause (because items to wear out faster of pilling). of the load before starting the dryer. Do not add a fabric softener sheet after • You may need to rearrange large items (sheets, blankets, tablecloths) during a cycle to reduce bailing or rolling up. the drying cycle has started. Instant heat can cause the fabric softener to • For better tumbling action, when drying only a few small items, add one or two lint-free towels. This also prevents small lightweight items from blocking airflow. • Remove fabric softener stains by wetting the stains and rubbing them with liquid detergent or bar soap and rewash. SUPER CAPACITY EXTRA-LARGE CAPACITY 4 jeans 4 workpants 2 workshirts 3 jeans 3 workpants 2 workshirts 1 sweatshirt 1 sweatshirt 1 sweatpants 1 sweatpants Mixed 3 sheets 3 sheets Load (1 king, 2 twin) (1 king, 2 twin) 4 pillowcases 2 shirts 2 pillowcases 2 shirts 2 blouses 2 blouses 8 T-shirts 6 T-shirts 6 shorts 5 shorts 8 handkerchiefs 6 handkerchiefs 9 bath towels 9 hand towels 7 bath towels 8 hand towels 10 wash cloths 9 wash cloths Heavy Work Clothes spot fabrics. • Some fabric softeners can clog the lint screen and slow drying. Use fabric softeners labeled as dryer safe. SAVING ENERGY • Use the AUTO most loads. • Dry full loads • Avoid to dry only. Do not overdry. overloading dryer, items to a partly dried the door unnecessarily. adding wet load, or opening • Shorten drying times by exhausting dryer properly and cleaning exhaust vent and outside exhaust hood as needed. • Keep the lint screen • Use dryer where is above 45°F. • Sort loads Towels DRY Cycle clean. room by fabric air temperature weight and type. 31 This section explains how to care for your dryer properly and safely. STEP cloth. 3. Wipe STEP 4. Tumble for 20 minutes Proper care of your dryer its life and help you avoid service calls. can extend costly CLEANING Remove thoroughly a load of clean towels to dry. THE Lint with a damp Before LINT SCREEN Every Load The lint screen is located on top of your dryer. Clean it before every load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. CLEANING YOUR DRYER EXTERIOR Use a soft,damp clothto clean the cabinet and console. Avoid using harsh abrasives. Do not put sharp metal objects on or in your dryer. They can damage the finish. To clean: STEP 1. Pull the lint screen straight up. INTERIOR Explosion Use nonflammable STEP 2. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Do not rinse or wash screen to remove lint. Wet lint is hard to remove. Hazard cleaners. Failure to do so can result explosion, fire, or burns. in death, Garments that contain unstable dyes, such as denim blue jeans or brightly colored cotton items, may discolor the dryer drum. To clean dryer drum: STEP 1. Make a paste with detergent and very warm water and apply to a soft cloth. Continue with STEPS 2-4. or STEP la. Spray nonflammable liquid household cleaner on the stained area. Continue with STEPS 2-4. STEP 2. Scrub area until all excess dye is removed. STEP 3. Push into place. firmly back IMPORTANT: • 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. • Some towels made of synthetic fibers and natural fibers (polyester and cotton blends) may shed more lint than other towels, causing your dryer's lint screen to fill up faster. Be sure to remove lint from the lint screen before and after drying 32 the lint screen new towels. WashLintScreen AsNeeded REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT Laundry detergents andfabricsofteners To remove accumulated lint from cancausea residue buildup onthelint exhaust vent: screen, Washthelintscreen witha nylonbrushifitbecomes clogged due STEP 1. Disconnect exhaust vent from the dryer. toa residue buildup. STEP 2. Clean one section of vent at Towash: until you reach the exhaust hood. STEP1.Wetbothsidesoflintscreen aTotime clean out lint, you can use the hose withhotwater. attachment on your vacuum, or use a STEP2.Weta nylonbrushwithhot pole or wire with a feather duster or rag attached. waterandliquiddetergent; scrublint screen withthebrushtoremove STEP 3. Reconnect vent as described residue buildup, in the "INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS" of this Owner's Manual. U STEP3.Rinselintscreen withhotwater. STEP4.Thoroughly drylintscreen with acleantowel;replace indryer. CHECKING FOR To remove accumulated OBSTRUCTED AIRFLOW inside the dryer: Fromtimetotime,youmayfindithelpful Lint can gather inside the tocheck yourdryerandexhaust system fuel for a fire. Lint should for proper airflow. Poor in longer drying times. To check for obstructed airflow can result airflow: STEP 1. Check to ensure nothing is blocking ventilation slots on dryer rear panel. STEP 2. inspect exhaust hood. not be blocked or obstructed. It should lint from dryer and be be removed every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending on dryer usage. Cleaning should be done by a qualified service person. Instructions for removing accumulated lint can be found in the Do-It-Yourself repair manual for Kenmore dryers. To order this manual, please call 1-800-366-7278 from anywhere in the United States. The part number is 787207. 33 CHANGING THEDRUMLIGHT The dryer light automatically inside the dryer drum when turns on you open the door. If your dryer has a drum light, it will look like one of the styles on this page. To replace STEP bulb: To replace 1. Disconnect power. STEP STEP 2. Open the dryer door. Remove the light bulb cover from the back wall of the dryer by removing the screw located in the lower right corner of the cover. STEP 3. Check that the light bulb is screwed in tightly. The vibration of the dryer may cause the bulb to come loose. It this is not the problem, remove the light bulb by turning it counterclockwise. IMPORTANT: a 25-watt, Replace 120V A.C. STEP 4. Install it clockwise. STEP 5. Replace bulb: 1. Disconnect power. STEP 2. Open the dryer drum light lens clockwise door. Turn the and remove it. STEP 3. Check that the light bulb is screwed in tightly. The vibration of the dryer may cause the bulb to come loose. It this is not the problem, remove the light bulb by turning it counterclockwise. IMPORTANT: Replace the bulb with a 40-watt, 120V A.C. bulb only. the bulb with STEP 4. install it clockwise. bulb only. light bulb by turning light bulb cover. STEP 6. Plug in power supply or turn on electric supply. cord light bulb by turning STEP 5. Find the locking pins on the drum light lens and place them directly over the matching notches on drum light housing. Push lens in and turn counterclockwise to lock it in place. STEP 6. Plug in power supply or turn on electric supply. MOVING cord CARE • Disconnect power. • Close shut-off valves in gas supply line and behind the dryer front panel. • Disconnect gas pipe and remove fittings that stick out from dryer. • Cap the open fuel line running to gas meter. • Make sure leveling in dryer base. • Use masking door. VACATION 34 legs are secure tape to secure CARE • Disconnect power. • Clean lint screen. dryer Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause, Using the tables below will save you time and money by helping unnecessary service calls. you avoid Problem Possible Not Drying Satisfactorily Lint screen is clogged with tint. Clean tint screen. Restricted air movement. Exhaust vent or outside Run dryer for 5-10 minutes. Hold hand under outside exhaust hood to exhaust hood is clogged with tint. check air movement. If you do not feet air moving, clean exhaust system of tint or replace exhaust vent with rigid or flexible heavy metal vent (see "INSTALLATION',' Section D). Exhaust vent is crushed or kinked, Replace with rigid or flexible metal vent Cause 8olution (see "INSTALLATION',' Dryer Will Not Run heavy Section D). One fuse is blown or circuit breaker is tripped. The dryer will appear to operate, but you will not get any heat. Replace fuse or reset breaker. Gas valve on supply line is closed. Open all valves. Timer or the temperature control is set on AIR DRY. Select the right cycle for the types of garments being dried (see "OPERATION"). Load not contacting the sensor strips and automatic cycle ending early. Level dryer (see "INSTALLATION',' Fabric softener sheets blocking outlet grill, Use only one softener and only use it once. Dryer located in room with temperature below 45°F. Move dryer where it can operate in ambient air temperatures above 45°F. Large amount of moisture in the toad. Expect longer dry times with items that hold more moisture (cottons). Cold rinse water used. Expect longer dry times, but you are saving energy and reducing wrinkles. Load too large and bulky to dry quickly. Separate Power cord not firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage. Plug power cord into a live circuit. Fuses blown or circuit breakers tripped. Replace fuses or reset breakers. Section B). sheet per load toad to tumble freely. 35 Problem Possible Dryer Will Using a regular fuse. Replace with a time-delay Not Run (cont'd) Dryer door not firmly closed. Close dryer door tightly. PUSH TO START Button not firmly pressed. Press PUSH TO START Button again. Controls not set in an ON position. Reset controls in an ON position. Lint screen is clogged. Ctean lint screen. Check for air movement. Improper sorting. Sort lint givers from tint takers and by color. Load is too big or heavy. Dry smaller loads so tint can be carried to the tint screen. Load is overdried. Use correct dryer settings for fabric. Lint in Load Cause 8olution fuse. Overdrying can cause lint-attracting static (see "OPERATION"). Stains on Load Items Shrinking Paper or tissue in pockets. Clean out pockets before drying. Pilling being mistaken for tint. Pilling (surface fuzz) is caused by normal wear and laundering. Improper use of fabric softener Use fabric softener sheets in dryer. Add in washer, at beginning of cycle when load is cold. Drying soiled items. Items need to be clean before being dried. Overdrying. Match dryer settings to fabric type (see "OPERATION"). Poor garment quality. Check quality of garment before purchasing. Manufacturer's instructions Fotlow fabric care label instructions carefully. Loads are Overloading. Dry smatter loads that can tumble freely. Wrinkled Overdrying. Match dryer settings to fabric type (see "OPERATION"). Load teft in dryer at the end of cycte, Remove toad as soon as tumbling stops. Odors 36 care label not followed, Household chemicals, paint, Do not use dryer while these chemical or varnish being drawn into dryer. fumes are in the air. Unusual Thumping Thump wilt go away after 5 minutes Sounds dryer has set. of drying. Clicking - gas valve clicking. Normal operation. of rollers when KENMORE DRYERS "WeService WhatWeSell"isour assurance thatyoucandepend on Searsforservice. YourKenmore GasDryerhasaddedvaluewhenyou consider thatSearshasservice units nationwide, staffed withprofessional technicians trainedonallappliances Searssells.Theyhavetheknowledge andskills,tools,parts,andequipment toensure ourpledge toyouthat "WeService WhatWeSell:' SearsMaintenance Agreement Maintain the value of your Kenmore Gas Dryer with a Sears Maintenance Agreement. Kenmore Gas Dryers are designed, manufactured, and tested for years of dependable operation. Yet, any appliance may require service from time to time. The Sears Maintenance The Sears Maintenance Agreement • is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's prices. • Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use. • Allows for as many as required. • Provides an annual service calls Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to keep your dryer in proper running condition. For more information, call 1-800-827-6655, Agreement offers you an outstanding service program for your Kenmore Gas Dryer. 37 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pro, 7 days a week 1 =800=366-PART (1-8g0-366-7278) For in-home major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-8OO-4-RE PAl R (1-8g0-473-7247) For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-488-1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am - 5 prn, Monday - Saturday 1-800-82"7-6655 When requesting service or ordering parts, always give the following information: • Product Name • Part Name • Model Number • Part Number 38 America's RepairSpecialists
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