Страница 1: ...ide ELECTRIC DRYERS _ IMPORTANT Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product Your dryer may look different from the dryer shown Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A PART NO 3405602 PRINTED IN U S A i ...
Страница 2: ... in the safest and most economical way For more information about the care and operation of Kenmore appliances call your nearest Sears store You will need the complete model and serial numlbers when requesting information Your dryer s model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial Number Plate Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new Kenmore Dryer ...
Страница 3: ...pecific 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 NOTE Proper installation to comply with the dryer s warranty is found in the Installation Instructions of this Owner s Manual Your safety and the safety of others is very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your ...
Страница 4: ...moving 13onot install or store this dryer where it will be exposed to the weather Do not tamper with controls 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 rec...
Страница 5: ...N FOR YOUR DRYER pgs 8 9 Standard Installation p 8 _ Recessed Area Closet Installation Instructions p 9 H j i B INSTALL LEVELING LEGS p 10 Tools Needed Parts Needed JAdjustable wrench Two corner posts from dryer carton Flashlight optional depending on installation 4 leveling legs supplied with dryer ...
Страница 6: ... Needed S_lrain reliel New 3 or 4 wire 30 amp U L listed power supply cord kit includes strain relief If making a direct wire connection Tools Needed Parts Needed V4 1nch nut driver shown or socket wrench 2 Phillips head screwdriver Wire stripper Flashlight optional depending on installation 3 or 4 wire flexible armored or non metallic sheathed copper cable with grounding wire Strain relief T y ...
Страница 7: ... Parts Needed Tin snips Duct tape Flashlight optional depending on installation Flat bladed screwdriver 4 Inch heavy or flexible metal vent 4 Inch metal elbow s optional depending on installation 4 Inch outlet 4 4 Inch exhaust hood diameter clamps f ...
Страница 8: ...hut cff at the end of automatic cycles Drying times will be extended Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from dryer Place dryer at least 18 inches above the floor for a garage installation Failure to follow these instructions can result in death explosion or fire Check code requirements Some codes limit or do not permit installation of clothes dryers in garag...
Страница 9: ...No fuel burning appliances may be installed in the same closet as a dryer 271 2 OlO 2 d Front View Side View Door Not Shown Door Shownl _ 51 z FrontView DoorWithVent MINIMUM INSTALLATIONSPACING Closet installation MIJ_r be exhausted outside Additional clearances for waft door and floor moldings may be required _ ctearaoce is acceptable but not recommended Opening is minimum for closet door Louvere...
Страница 10: ...EP 6 Check levelness of dryer by placing a level on top of the dryer first side to side then front to back STEP 3 With one of the legs in hand check the ridges for a diamond marking STEEp 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 adj...
Страница 11: ...ecommended This dryer is manufactured with the 3 wire frame grounding conductor connected to the NEUTRAL center of the wiring harness of the terminal block Do not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit A fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit could result in an electrical shock Use a 4 conductor cord when the dryer is installed in a mobile home or an area where local codes do not permit...
Страница 12: ...ee wire receptacle NEMAType 10 30R Do not use an extension cord with this dryer Do not connect plug end of power supply cord into a live receptacle before connecting power supply cord to dryer terminal block GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of malfunction or break down grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for el...
Страница 13: ... on page 15 Otherwise proceed with Exhaust Installation See CONNECT E HAUST on page 19 II THREE WIRE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION DIRECT WIRE Prepare cable as directed Electrical Shock Hazard Turn power supply off before connecting wires Use 10 gauge solid copper wire Electrically ground dryer Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock The dryer can be connected dir...
Страница 14: ... over the terminal block screw The open side of the hook should face to the right Squeeze hook end of wire together to form a loop STEP 5 Connect the other two wires to outer terminal block screws using the same method s described in STEP 4a Tighten all terminal block screws firmly STEP 6 lqghten the strain relief screws STEP 7 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of the dryer rear panel S...
Страница 15: ...cable under the center screw of the terminal block STEP 4 Connect the other two wires to outer terminal block screws Tighten all terminal block screws firmly STEP 5 Tighten the strain relief screws STEP 6 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of the dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw STEP 7 Connect separate copper grounding wire from external ground connector to an adequate ...
Страница 16: ...st be identified with a green cover or bare copper wire and the neutral conductor by a white cover Four wire receptacle NEMA Type 14 30R Do not use an extension cord with this dryer Do not connect plug end of power supply cord into a live receptacle before connecting power supply cord to dryer terminal block GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of malfunction or brea...
Страница 17: ...w of terminal block STEP 6 Connect the other two insulated wires to outer terminal block screws STEP 7 Connect the green grounding wire from the power supply cord to the external grounding conductor screw Tighten all terminal block screws firmly STEP 8 Tighten the strain relief screws STEP 9 Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of the dryer rear panel Secure cover with hold down screw Proc...
Страница 18: ...g 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 STE P 1 Turn power supply off STEP la Strip 5 inches of outer covering from end of cable Leave bare grounding wire at 5 inches STEP lb Cut 11 2inches from 3 remaining insulated wires Strip insulation back 1 inch Shape the end of each wire i...
Страница 19: ... screw Proceed with Exhaust Installation See CONNECT EXHAUST on this page D CONNECT EXHAUST A properly exhausted dryer will give you the shortest drying time lower your utility bill and extend the life of the dryer Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent Do not use a plastic vent Do not use a metal foil vent Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire Replace plastic exhaust vent w...
Страница 20: ...set connections with close clearances see p 23 This dryer may be converted to exhaust out the right or left side or through the bottom To convert the dryer the following kits must be used Exhaust Kit No 279818 white Exhaust Kit No 279819 almond Exhaust Kit No 279820 ebony Follow the instructions in the kit to avoid operational and personal hazards These kits are available at your local Sears store...
Страница 21: ... 3 4 If a combination of heavy metal vent and fle dble metal vent is used use instructions for flexible metal vent STANDARD OFFSET CONNECTIONS Using 4 inch heavy metal vent NOTE Do not secure exhaust 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 on the hood and on the dryer exhaust outl...
Страница 22: ...clamp Elbow optional STEP 3 Add 10 inches to the measure rnent for each bend in the vent STEP 4 Add 3 more inches to the measurement for connection over the dryer outlet and hood STEP 5 Place a clamp on each end of vent elbow Install one end of elbow on flexible metal vent the other end to the exhaust hood Tape joints and tighten clamps L__J Tape Clamp STEP 6 Stretch the vent only as needed by pul...
Страница 23: ...from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center Parts may be covered by one or more U S Patents LOOP SYSTEM 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 Vent system installed over the top with standard elbows i i PERISCOPE SYSTEM Vent system installed over the top with one offset a...
Страница 24: ...e you have all the tools you started with FINAL STEPS Plug the power supply cord into the grounded outlet or connect direct wire to 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 Read the rest of this manual to fully understand your new dryer Start the dry...
Страница 25: ...his section gives 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 into dryer and shut door STEP 3 Set Cycle Selector Control Timer O see pages 26 and 28 STEP 4 Set FABRIC Temperature Contro...
Страница 26: ...d of Cycle SIGNAL sounds if selected once the cycle is completed If you do not unload the dryer it goes into WRINKLE GUARD automatically For an explanation of WRINKLE GUARD see page 30 NOTE On some models WRINKLE GUARD is selected by an option switch TIMED DRY CYCLE Use this cycle to get up to 70 or 80 minutes depending on model of heated drying time The heating cycle is followed by a 10 minute ap...
Страница 27: ...tting COTTONS AND LINENS Extra Heavy Bedspreads mattress MORE DRY HIGH 70 80 rain pads quilts Heavyweight rowels jeans corduroys MORE DRY HIGH 50 60 rain work clothes IViediumweight Sheets cotton underwear NORMAL MEDIUM HIGH 40 50 rain diapers DRY or MEDIUM Lightweight Batistes organdies lingerie NORMAL DRY LOW 30 40 rain PERMANENT PRESS SYNTHETICS AND BLENDS Heavyweight Work clothes jackets NORMA...
Страница 28: ...emperature Control to AIR FLUFF Set other options press the PUSH TO START Button Refer to the following chart for examples of items that require drying without heat Use the AIR DRY Cycle orAIR FLUFF Setting depending on model or place the items on a line or rack to air dry Type of Load DELICATE FABRICS Sheer curtains 2 or 3 panels gauze lace etc Use AIR DRY AIR FLUFF if low heat is not available R...
Страница 29: ...ctor Control Timer is still on a drying cycle or air setting PUSH TO START 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 wearing and washing of garments Kenmore dryers help prevent overdrying so you get out...
Страница 30: ... the dryer door WRINKLE GUARD III has a select able ON OFF option When WRINKLE GUARD III is set at OFF the dryer stops after COOL DOWN and may be unloaded The End of Cycle SIGNAL will sound after each period of tumbling unless it is off LINT ALERT A properly cleaned lint screen will allow your dryer to operate at peak efficiency This can reduce your utility bills and extend the life of your dryer ...
Страница 31: ...ate The rack does not move but the drum will rotate Make sure items do not hang over the edges or between rack gdll STEP 4 Close dryer door STEP 5 Use trle TIMED DRY orAIR DRY Cycle Refer to the chart below STEP 6 Set the FABRIC Temperature Control if available Refer to the chart below STEP 7 Start _ hedryer To remove the dry rack lift it straight up and out of the dryer o FABRIC Cycle Selector Su...
Страница 32: ...ble turn lint takers inside out CHOOSING LOAD SIZES Mix large items with smaller items Load the dryer by the amount of space items take up not by their weight Do not overload the dryer Overcrowding causes uneven drying and wrinkling and can cause items to wear out faster because of pilling You may need to rearrange large items sheets blarkets tablecloths during a cycle to reduce bailing or rolling...
Страница 33: ...ucing static cling Always follow package instructions carefully Put one fabric softener sheet on top of the load be fore starting the dryer Do not add a fabric softener sheet after the drying cycle has started Instant heat can cause the fabric softener to spot fabrics Remove fabric softener stains by wet ting the stains and rubbing them with liquid detergent or bar soap and rewash Some fabric soft...
Страница 34: ... Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire 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 non flammable liquid household cleaner on the stained area Continue with STEPS 2 4 STEP 2 Scrub area until all excess dye is removed CLEANING YOUR DRYER Garments that contain unstable dyes such as denim...
Страница 35: ...rgent scrub lint screen with the brush to remove residue buildup 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 STEP 3 Push the lint screen firmly back into place IMPORTANT Do not run the dryer with the lint screen loose damaged blocked or missing Doing so carl cause overheating and damage to both the dryer and fabrics Some t...
Страница 36: ...more often depending on dryer usage Cleaning should be done by a qualified service person To remove accumulated lint from exhaust vent STEP 1 Disconnect exhaust vent from the dryer STEP 2 Clean one section of vent at a time until your 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 STEP 3 Reconnect ...
Страница 37: ...ight bulb by turning it counterclockwise IMPORTANT Replace the bulb with a 25 watt 120V A C bulb only STEP 6 Install light bulb by turning it clockwise STEP 7 Push bottom of light and socket assembly in until tab locks STEP 8 Place the top of the lens onto the top of the holder Rotate the bottom of the lens down until it is in place Replace screw NOTE It is very impor tant that the lens is replace...
Страница 38: ...er will appear to operate but you will not get any heat Timer or the temperature Select the right cycle for the types control is set on AIR DRY of garments being dried or AIR FLUFF see OPERATION Load not contacting the I evel dryer sensor strips and automatic see INSTALLATION Section B cycle ending early Fabric softener sheets Use only one softener sheet per load blocking outlet grill and only use...
Страница 39: ...roper 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 Items Overdrying Match dryer settings to fabric type Sh rinking see OPERATION Poor garment quality Check quality of garment before purchasing Manufacturer s care label Follow fabric care label instructions instructions ...
Страница 40: ...he value of your Kenmore Electric Dryer with a Sears Maintenance Agreement Kenmore Electric Dryers are designed manufactured and tested for years of dependable operation Yet any appliance may require service from time to time 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 service calls as ...
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