Owner's Manual and installation instructions ® 27-inch Wide ELECTRIC DRYERS mmml Your dryer may look different from the dryer shown. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all safety and operating instructions before first use of this product. Sears, Roebuck PART NO 3405588 and Co., Rev. A Noffman PRINTED Estates, IN U.S.A IL 60179 U.S.A.
BEFORE USING YOURNEWDRYER 2 SEARS ELECTRIC DRYER WARRANTY 3 iMPORTANT 4 SAFETY iNSTALLATiON OPERATING LAUNDRY CARING iNSTRUCTiONS 5 iNSTRUCTiONS YOUR 25 DRYER 32 TIPS FOR YOUR 34 DRYER 38 TROUBLESHOOTING SEARS MAINTENANCE 4O AGREEMENT 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.
FULLI-YEAR WARRANTY ON MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL PARTS For one year from the date of purchase, when this dryer is installed and operated according to the instructions in the Owner's Manual, Sears will repair or replace any mechanical or electrical parts in this dryer, if defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not cover service calls to correct improper installation, including dryers that have been vented with plastic or flexible foil.
YOUR SAFETY IS IMPORTANT WARNING: TO US. To reduce the risk of fire, • Do not tamper electric shock, or injury to persons when using your dryer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions the dryer. • Do not dry articles before using that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW For a complete list of tools needed, see pages 5-7. A, SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR Standard and parts DRYER (pgs. Installation 8=9) (p. 8) Recessed Closet Areal Installation instructions (p. 9) J B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS (p. 10) \\\ \ Tools Needed: Adjustable wrench Parts Needed: Two corner posts (from dryer carton) 4 leveling legs (supplied with dryer) Flashlight (optional depending on installation
C,MAKE If using Tools ELECTRICAL a power CONNECTION (pgs. 11-19) cord: Needed: Parts V4-1nch nut driver (shown) or socket wrench Needed: #2 Phillips head screwdriver Strain relief New 3- or 4-wire, 30-amp. U.
D, CONNECT Tools EXHAUST (pgs.
A, SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR DRYER Selecting the proper location for your dryer makes installation easier and gives you the best drying performance. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. STANDARD INSTALLATION 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.
RECESSED AREA/CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Check governing codes This dryer may be installed area or closet. Confined or Recessed PRODUCT and ordinances. Area in a recessed DIMENSIONS Location must be large open dryer door. enough to fully Installation Exhausting the dryer outside is recommended. The moisture and lint indoors -_ may cause: * Lint to gather inside and around dryer and be a fuel for a fire. the * Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpet, etc.
B. iNSTALL LEVELING LEGS Leveling your dryer correctly will reduce operating noise and provide improved drying performance. STEP 1. Take two of the cardboard corners from the carton. Place them the floor in back on of the dryer. STEP move enough vent. 5. Now stand the dryer up and it close to its final location. Leave room to connect the exhaust STEP 6. Check levelness of dryer by placing a level on top of the dryer, first side-to-side; then front-to-back. STEP 2.
C.MAKE ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CONNECTION It is your 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.
I. THREE-WIRE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO RECEPTACLE Use a 3-wire power supply 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. cord: GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakElectrical Turn power connecting Shock supply cord, Hazard Use a new 30-ampere suppty cord, power Plug into a grounded outlet.
STEP3.Attach a 3/4-inch, U.L.-listed, II. THREE-WIRE ELECTRICAL strainrelieftotheholebelowterminal CONNECTION (DIRECT WIRE) blockopening. Strainreliefshouldhave Prepare cable as directed: atightfitwithdryercabinet andbeina horizontal position. Putthepowersupply cordthrough thestrainrelief. STEP4.Loosen orremove terminal block screws. Connect theneutralwire(white orcenter) ofpowersupplycordunder thecenterscrewoftheterminal block. Electrical Shock Hazard STEP5.
STEPlb. Cut1 inchofinsulation from theendofeachinsulated wire.Shape theendofeachwireintoa "U"shaped hook. STEP 4. Loosen or remove terminal block screws. Connect the neutral wire (white or center) of direct wire cable under the center screw of the terminal block. STEP 4a. Place the hook-shaped end of the wire 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. J3_/€' STEP 2, Remove hold-down terminal block cover.
ALTERNATE If local connection conductor STEP CONNECTION: codes do not STEP permit the of a frame-grounding to the neutral wire: 1. Make sure the power the dryer 4. Connect the other two wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten all terminal block screws firmly. supply to is off. STEP 2. Make sure the power supply cord or direct wire cable is in place (see steps 1-3 on pages 12-13 for power cord connections or steps 1-3 on pages 13-14 for direct wire connection). STEP 3.
Ill. MAKE FOUR-WIRE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO RECEPTACLE Use a 4-wire power supply Four-wire receptacle (NEIMIAType 14-30R) cord: Do not use an extension cord with this dryer. Electrical Turn power connecting Shock supply cord. Hazard off before Use a new 30-ampere supply cord. Plug power into a grounded Failure to follow can result in death, electrical shock. GROUNDING instructions fire, or Local codes may permit the use of a U.
STEP3.Attacha3/4-inch, U.L-listed, STEP 5. Connect neutral grounding wire strainrelieftotheholebelowterminal and the neutral wire (white) of power blockopening. Strainreliefshould have supply cord under the center screw of a tightfitwithdryercabinetandbeina terminal block. horizontal position. Putthepowersupply cordthrough thestrainrelief. STEP 6. Connect the other two insulated wires to outer terminal block screws. STEP4.Remove thecenterterminal blockscrew.Remove theneutral ground- STEP 7.
IV. FOUR-WIRE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (DIRECT WIRE) Prepare cable as directed: Electrical Turn power connecting Use 10 gauge Electrically Failure Shock supply wires. lb. Cut 11/2 inches from 3 remaining insulated wires. Strip insulation back 1 inch. Shape the end of each wire into a "U" shaped hook. Hazard off before solid ground to follow can result shock. STEP copper wire. dryer. these in death, STEP 2. Remove hold-down and terminal block cover.
STEP 5. Connect neutral grounding wire and the neutral wire (white or center) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block. A properly Centersilver-colored terminal blockscrew Externalground connector D. CONNECTEXHAUST WNte neutralwire exhausted you the shortest your utility bill, the dryer. dryer will give drying time, lower and extend the life of Fire Hazard Use a heavy Do not metal vent. use a plastic Do not use a metal Neutral grounding wire (green/yellow) 3/4",U.L.
ROUTE THE VENT Typical installations rear of the dryer. 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. 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 Exhaust Exhaust Follow Kit No. 279818 Kit No. 279819 Kit No.
DETERMINE VENTLENGTH STANDARD Maximum Using 4-inch heavy metal vent: Exhaust Lengths: * Rear Exhaust. 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. * Side or Bottom bottom exhaust Exhaust. Side or adds a 90 ° turn inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90 ° turn to the chart. OFFSET CONNECTIONS NOTE: Do not secure exhaust vent joints with screws.
STEP4.Connect heavymetalventto elbow. Tapethejointwithducttape. Tighten clamp. STEP5.Installoneend of elbow on heavy metal vent, the other end to the exhaust hood. Tape joints and tighten clamps. Finish Installation. INSTALLATION" STEP 5. Place a clamp on each end of vent elbow. Install one end of elbow on flexible exhaust clamps. metal vent, the other end to the hood. Tape joints and tighten See "REVIEW on page 24.
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. 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.
REVIEW INSTALLATION Take this that and your a few minutes to complete checklist. It will help assure you you have a proper installation increase your satisfaction with 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, first sideto-side; then front-to-back.
STARTING YOUR DRYER Fire Hazard Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials vapors, such as gasoline, from dryer. No washer can completely remove oil, and away Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing), Failure to follow these instructions cooking can result or fire.
CYCLE DESCRIPTION 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 this cycle TIMED for most loads. Drying time varies according to type of fabric, size of load, and dryness setting. • 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.
FABRIC/TEMPERATURE Proper ensure right use of this that fabrics temperature CONTROL control helps are dried at the for maximum life, Use this control to select the drying temperature that matches the fabrics in your load. • Select LOW for delicate fabrics. HIGH for durable fabrics such work clothes or bath towels. Select as sturdy • The FABRIC/Temperature Control will not work when the Cycle Selector Control (Timer) is in the AIR DRY Cycle.
USING AiR DRY/AIR FLUFF Using these cycles gives you all the benefits of hang drying with a shorter drying time. Use the AIR DRY Cycle to get up to 30 minutes 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. To use AIR The AIR FLUFF Setting operates exactly like the AIR DRY Cycle.
END-OF-CYCLE SIGNAL CONTROL SOFT-HEAT_SYSTEM Your dryer sounds a signal when a drying cycle is finished. The signal is helpful when you are drying permanent press, synthetics, and other items. These items should be SOFT-NEAT ® 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 removed from the dryer as soon as it stops in order to prevent wrinkles. on the surface of garments.
USING WRINKLE GUARD LiNT ALERT 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. 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. if you do not open the door at the end of the AUTO DRY Cycle, WRINKLE GUARD will tumble the clothes without If you do not, your dryer may properly.
HEATED DRY RACK The dry rack was shipped on top of your dryer. Remove and discard shipping blocks before using. STEP 3. Place wet items on top of the dry rack. Allow space around items for air to circulate. The rack does not move, but the drum will rotate. Make sure items do not hang rack grill. Use the heated drying rack to machine dry items you would not necessarily want to tumble dry. The dry rack gives you concentrated heat for efficient and uniform drying.
Followtheserecommendations to helpsaveonutilitybillsandprolong the life of your garments. CHOOSING PREPARING CLOTHES FOR DRYING • Refer to your Washer Owner's Manual for proper washing techniques and additional laundry tips. • See page 4 of this book for Important Safety Instructions. 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.
DRYING TIPS USING FABRIC DRYER SOFTENERS Dryer fabric softeners are recommended for reducing static cling. Always follow package instructions carefully. • Put one fabric softener sheet on top of the load before 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 wetting the stains and rubbing them with liquid detergent or bar soap and rewash.
This section explains how to care for your dryer properly and safely. Proper care of your dryer its life and help you avoid service calls. can extend costly EXTERIOR To clean Use a soft, damp cloth to 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. STEP 1. Make a paste with detergent and very warm water and apply to a soft cloth. Continue with STEPS 2-4. dryer drum: or STEP la.
CLEANING THELINTSCREEN Remove LintBeforeEveryLoad Thelintscreen islocated inthedoor opening. Remove lintbefore every load. A screen blocked increase drying time, by lint can Lint Screen As Needed Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause a residue buildup on the lint screen. Wash the lint screen with a nylon brush if it becomes clogged due to a residue buildup. To wash: To clean: STEP Wash 1, Pull the lint screen straight up. STEP 1. Wet both sides with hot water. of lint screen STEP 2.
To remove CHECKING FORAIRFLOW OBSTRUCTION inside the Fromtimetotime,youmayfindithelpful tocheckyourdryerandexhaust system accumulated lint from dryer: for proper air flow. Poor air flow can result in longer drying times. To check for air flow obstruction: STEP 1. Check to ensure nothing blocking ventilation slots on dryer panel. STEP 2. inspect exhaust hood. not be blocked or obstructed. REMOVING is rear Electrical Disconnect STEP 1. Disconnect lint exhaust Hazard cleaning. STEP 1.
CHANGING THE DRUM LIGHT The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when you open the door. STEP 5. Check that the light bulb is screwed in tightly. The vibration of the dryer may cause the bulb to come loose. If this is not the problem, remove the light 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.
Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Using the charts below wil! save you time and money by helping you avoid unnecessary service calls. Problem Possible Not Drying Satisfactorily Lint screen is clogged with lint. 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.
Problem Possible Cause Dryer Will Using a regular fuse. Replace with a time-delay Not Run (con't) 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 Lint screen is clogged. Clean lint screen. 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.
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