Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions ® 27-Inch Wide ELECTRIC DRYERS m rm. m rt 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 www.sears.com 3405602A and Co., Hoffman Estates, PRINTED IL 60179 IN US.A U.S.A.
BEFORE USING YOUR NEW DRYER 2 KENMORE 3 ELECTRIC DRYER WARRANTY DRYER SAFETY INSTALLATION 4 INSTRUCTIONS 6 OPERATING YOUR DRYER 30 LAUNDRY TIPS 37 CARING FORYOUR DRYER 39 TROUBLESHOOTING SEARS MAINTENANCE 43 AGREEMENT 45 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.
Full One Year Warranty on Mechanical and Electrical 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 24-28 of this manual describe the complete exhaust requirements for this dryer.
Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. and on This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill 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: You wil__l be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
IMPORTANT WARNING when using • Read : To reduce the dryer, follow all instructions before SAFETY the risk of fire, electric basic precautions, using the dryer fire. explosive vapors other substances that could • Do not allow the dryer. children is used with gasoline, solvents, children Close or or explode. when of • Do not reach by the manufacturer softener or product.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW For a complete list of tools needed, see pages 6-8. A. SELECT LOCATION Standard and parts FORYOUR Installation DRYER (p. 9) (pgs. 9-11) Recessed Area/Closet Installation Instructions (p. 10) B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS (p.
C.MAKE If using ELECTRICAL a power Tools X-inch nut driver (shown) or socket wrench CONNECTION (pgs. 13-23) cord: Needed: Parts Needed: #2 Phillips head screwdriver _rain relief New 3- or 4-wire, 30-amp., U.L.
D, CONNECT EXHAUST (pgs.
A. SELECT LOCATION FOR YOUR DRYER .i'{,Jal_{,J_Ja"Iq iIq i'14 Selecting the proper location for your dryer makes installation easy and gives you the best drying performance. STANDARD 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 not be installed where it can be exposed to water and/or weather.
RECESSED AREA/CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DRYER DIMENSIONS Most installations 5-inch clearance dryer vent. will require at least behind the dryer for the Location must be large enough open dryer door. Check governing codes and ordinances. This dryer may be installed area or closet. to fully in a recessed The dryer must not be installed where it can be exposed to water and/or weather.
MOBILE HOME EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS 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). This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations.
B. INSTALL LEVELING LEGS 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. Leveling your dryer correctly will reduce operating noise and provide improved drying performance. Excessive Use two install Failure other or more Weight people Hazard to move and dryer. to do so can result in back STEP 1.
C.MAKE ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CONNECTION It is your OrteJiirj'e_m "I_ 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 CONNECTION ELECTRICAL TO RECEPTACLE Local codes may permit the use of a U.L.-listed, 120/240-volt minimum, 30-ampere, dryer power supply cord kit (pigtail). Power supply cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least four feet long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end with ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends. Use a 3-wire power supply cord: Do not use an extension cord with this dryer.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a _ath of least resistance for electric current. The power supply cord must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and STEP 3. Attach a _-inch, U.L.-listed, strain relief to the hole below terminal block opening.
I1. THREE-WIRE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (DIRECT WIRE) Prepare cable as directed: GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding lead on the appliance. SAVE THESE terminal or INSTRUCTIONS Fire Hazard STEP Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use a UL approved strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections.
STEP2.Remove hold-down screwand terminal blockcover. 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. Hold-down screw \ STEP Terminal block cover STEP 3. Attach a _-inch, U.L.-Iisted strain relief to the hole below terminal block 4. Loosen or remove the other two wires terminal STEP 6. Tighten to STEP 7. insert the strain relief screws.
ALTERNATE CONNECTION: STEP If local codes do not permit the connection of a frame-grounding conductor to the neutral wire: STEP 1. Disconnect the other two wires STEP 5. Tighten STEP 6. Insert the strain relief screws. power. STEP 2. Make sure the power supply cord or direct wire cable is in place (see STEPS 1-3 on page 15 for power cord connections or STEPS 1-3 on pages 4. Connect to outer terminal block screws. Securely tighten all electrical connections. 16-17 for direct wire connection).
III. MAKE FOUR-WIRE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO RECEPTACLE Local codes a U.L.-listed, 30-ampere, dryer power supply cord kit (pigtail). Power supply cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least four feet long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end with ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends. Use a 4-wire power supply cord: For mobile Use a UL approved strain Disconnect power before electrical connections.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a 3ath of least resistance for electric STEP 3. Attach a _-inch, U.L-listed strain relief to the hole below terminal block opening. Strain relief should have a tight fit with dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Put the power supply cord through the strain relief. current.
STEP5.Connect neutral grounding wire andtheneutral wire(white orcenter) ofpower supplycordunderthecenter screw ofterminal block. STEP6.Connect theothertwoinsulated wirestoouterterminal blockscrews. STEP7.Connect thegrounding wire (green) ofthepowersupply cordtothe external grounding conductor screw. Securely tighten allelectrical connections. STEP8.Inserttabofterminal blockcover intoslotofthedryerrearpanel. Secure cover withhold-down screw.
IV. FOUR-WIRE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION (DIRECT WIRE) GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the Prepare cable as directed: equipment-grounding lead on the appliance. SAVE Fire Hazard STEP Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. THESE 1. Disconnect terminal or INSTRUCTIONS power. STEP la. Strip 5 inches of outer covering from end of cable.
STEP 3. Attach a _-inch, U.L.-listed strain relief to the hole below terminal block STEP 6. Place the hook-shaped end of the wire over the terminal block screw. opening. Strain relief should have a tight fit with dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Put the direct wire cable through the strain relief. The open STEP 4. Remove the center block screw. Remove ing wire (green/yellow grounding screw. side of the hook should face to the right. Squeeze hook end of wire together to form a loop.
D. CONNECT EXHAUST • 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 I _e_l_[e1_ "[_ i[_ _"' A properly exhausted you the shortest your utility bills, of the dryer. dryer will give drying time, lower and extend the life lint, you can use the hose attachment on your vacuum, or use a pole or wire with a feather duster or rag attached. Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent.
ROUTE THE VENT Typical installations exhaust from the rear of the dryer. 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. Fire Cover unused Hazard exhaust one of the following 279818 279819 (white) (almond) 279915 (graphite) Contact Failure your can result electrical local to follow shock instructions fire, or serious Follow the instructions with dealer.
DETERMINE VENTLENGTH Maximum ExhaustLengths: • 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 Exhaust. Side or bottom exhaust adds a 90 ° turn inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one 90 ° turn to the chart. STANDARD OFFSET Using heavy NOTE: 4-inch Do not secure CONNECTION8 metal vent: exhaust vent joints with screws.
STEP 4. Connect vent to elbow. Tape the joint with duct tape. Tighten clamp. STEP 5. Place a clamp on each end of vent elbow. Install one end of elbow on vent, the other end to the exhaust hood. STEP Tape joints 5. Install one end of elbow the other end to the exhaust joints and tighten clamps. Finish Installation. INSTALLATION". on vent, and tighten clamps. hood. Tape See "REVIEW Tape Using 4-inch flexible metal vent: NOTE: Do not secure exhaust vent joints with screws.
OFFSET CONNECTIONS WITH CLOSE CLEARANCES 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 or Sears Service Center. local Sears 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 _WJro_'.,=._reJ._J= ;,I_ a[,_ i"[d 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.
Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer, Do not dry anything that has ever had anything flammable on it (even after washing). Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. STARTING YOUR DRYER NOTE: The drawings in this section show the basic features of all models cov- Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS • If you do not unload the dryer, it goes into WRINKLE GUARD ® automatically. For an explanation of WRINKLE GUARD ® , see page 35. Ftuo,_Iel_Jo ;I_1 i[_ _e The automatic cycles save you time by providing the best drying results in the shortest time.This can help you save money on utility bills risk of fabric damage.
FABRIC/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FABRIC TEMPERATURE Proper ensure use of this that fabrics F control helps are dried at the KNIT / CASUAL NORMAL / PERM PRESS MEDIUM right temperature for maximum Use this control to select the drying temperature that matches the fabrics in your load. • Select LOW for delicate fabrics. MEDIUM • life. LOW • DELICATE HIGH • • _ H_H COTTON Select HIGH for durable fabrics such as sturdy work clothes or bath towels. \ • The FABRIC/Temperature Control will not
USING AIR DRY/AIR FLUFF To use AIR FLUFF: • Set Cycle Selector Control for the number of minutes you want in the TIMED DRY Cycle. Using these cycles gives you all the benefits of hang drying with a shorter drying time. • Set FABRIC/Temperature FLUFR 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.
END=OF-CYCLE SIGNAL CONTROL PUSH TO START I rteJ_i_{oj_i "I:-] i[_ Use this control to start the dryer. Be sure the dryer door is closed. i'[-" 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 removed from the dryer as soon as it stops in order to prevent wrinkles. • The volume of the signal can be adjusted.
SOFT-HEA'I "_ SYSTEM IteJo_teJ_o Kenmore dryers help prevent overdrying so you get outstanding fabric care. In the AUTO MOISTURE SENSING 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. DOWN Approximately of the AUTO GUARD ® "-I_ i1[_ _o SOFT-HEAT ® System guards against overdrying.
HEATED TUMBLE FREE DRYER RACK Your dryer may include a dryer rack. If your dryer does not have a rack, you can purchase one by calling Sears (see back cover). STEP 3. Place wet items on top of the 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 over the edges or between rack grill. IzeJJlrte_.
CHOOSING LOAD SIZES PREPARING CLOTHES FOR DRYING • 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). • Refer to your Washer Owner's Manual for proper washing techniques and additional laundry tips.
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. De not add a fabric softener sheet after the drying cycle has started. Instant heat can cause the fabric softener to spot fabrics. • Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove heat-sensitive trim that can be damaged by drying.
CLEANING YOUR DRYER 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. Proper care of your dryer can extend its life and help you avoid costly service calls. EXTERIOR 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. or STEP la. Spray non-flammable liquid household cleaner on the stained area.
CLEANING THELINTSCREEN Remove LintBeforeEveryLoad The lint screen is located in the door opening. Remove lint before starting every load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time. 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.
REMOVING ACCUMULATED LINT Toremove accumulated lintfrom exhaust vent: STEP1.Disconnect exhaust vent from the dryer. STEP 2. Clean one section of vent 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. MOVING CARE • Disconnect power. • Make sure leveling in dryer base. • Use masking VACATION legs are secure tape to secure dryer door. CARE • Disconnect power.
CHANGING THE DRUM LIGHT The dryer light automatically inside the dryer door.Your dryer two types, drum drum turns on when you open the light may be one of as shown. 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 important replaced properly. STEP 9. Plug in dryer power. that the lens is or reconnect To change drum light type 2: STEP 1. Unplug power. dryer or disconnect STEP 2.
Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Using the charts below will save you time and money by helping you avoid unnecessary service calls. Problem Possible Not Drying Satisfactorily Lint screen is clogged with lint. Clean Iint 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 lint. check air movement.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Dryer Will Using a regular fuse. Replace with a time-delay fuse. Not Run (ton'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 Reset controls in an ON position. ON position. Lint in Load Stains on Load Items Shrinking Lint screen is clogged. Clean lint screen. Check for air movement. Improper sorting. Sort lint givers from lint takers and by color.
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