Kenmore 417.74182300 User manual

Installation
Instructions
Gas & Electric
Dryer
Before beginning installation, carefully read these instructions. This will simplify the installation and ensure the
dryer is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions near the Dryer after installation for future reference.
NOTE: The electrical service to the Dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
NOTE: The gas service to the Dryer must conform with local codes and ordinances and the latest edition of the
National Fuel Gas Code ANSi Z223.1.
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 toss of life,
-Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquid in the vicinity of
this or any other machine,
-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
•Do not try to light any machine,
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building,
• Clear the room, building or area of att
occupants,
• Immediately catt your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone, Follow the gas
supptier's instructions,
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, catt
the fire department,
Installation and service must be performed by
a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier,
Contents
SUBJECT
Pre-lnstaltationRequirements
Electrical Requirements
Exhaust System Requirements
Gas Suppty Requirements
Location of Your Dryer
Rough-In Dimensions
Unpacking
Reversing Door Swing
Electrical Installation
Grounding Requirements
Electrical Connections--3-wire
Electrical Connections--4-wire
Installation
Replacement Parts
Lint Blade Retaining Pin Location
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Sears, Roebuck and Co.,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Printed in U.S.A. P/N 134313400 (0309)

PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Materials Required for Installation:
1, Phillips head screwdriver.
2, Channel-lock adjustable pIiers.
3, Carpenter's level,
4, Flat or straight bIade screwdriver.
5, Duct tape,
6, Rigid or flexible metal 4 inch (10.2 cm) duct,
7, Vent hood,
8, Pipe thread sealer (Gas),
9, Plastic knife,
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
IELECTRIC Dryer I
CIRCUIT -Individual 30 amp. branch circuit fused with 30 amp.
minimum time delay fuses or circuit breakers.
POWER SUPPLY - 3 wire, 240 voIt, singIe phase, 60 Hz,
Alternating Current.
POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT -The dryer MUST employ a 3-
conductor power suppty cord NEMA 10-30 type SRDT rated
at 240 volt AC minimum, 30 amp., with 3 open end spade lug
connectors with upturned ends or closed loop connectors and
marked for use with clothes dryers, OR a 4-conductor power
supply cord NEMA 14-30 type SRDT or ST (as required) rated
at 240 volt AC minimum, 30 amp., with 4 open end spade lug
connectors with upturned ends or closed loop connectors and
marked for use with clothes dryers. See ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS FORA4-WIRE SYSTEM.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - NEMA 10-30R or 14-30R receptacle
to be Iocated so the power supply cord is accessible when
the dryer is in the instaIted position.
Typical 3-wire installation
POWER SUPPLY
I I/ 3 _']jIRE GROUNDED NEUTRAL
[_,_ 120240 VOLT 60 CYCLE
I/1 /FUS:Box
J_ $_t_ 30 AMP DELAYED ACTON
FUSES
[_ - J-Jr---OR CIRCUITBREAKER
OUTET .... *-
RECEPTACLE
(COPPER)
SUBJECT TO LOCAL NEMA 1030R (COPPER)
REGULAT ONS
GAS Dryer
CIRCUIT- Individual 15 amp. branch circuit fused with a 15
amp. maximum time detay fuse or circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY - 3 wire, 120 volt single phase, 60 Hz,
Alternating Current, 2
POWER SUPPLY CORD -The dryer is equipped with a 120
voIt 3-wire power cord.
any circumstances
remove grounding
prong from plug.
GROUNDING PRONG
EXHAUST SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Use only4 inch(10.2 cm) diameter (minimum) dgid orflexible
metaI duct and approved vent hood which has a swing-out
damper(s) that open when the dryer is in operation. When the
dryer stops, the dampers automatically cIose to prevent drafts
and the entrance of insects and rodents. To avoid restricting
the outlet, maintain a minimum of 12inches (30.5 cm) clearance
between the vent hood and the ground or any other obstruction.
_'!",'f-'I:1,'11_[€1The following are specific requirements
for proper and safe operation of your dryer, Failure to
follow these instructions can create excessive drying
times and fire hazards.
[] Do not use plastic flexible duct to exhaust the dryer.
Excessive lint can build up inside exhaust system and create
a fire hazard and restrict airflow. Restricted air flow wilt increase
dryer times. If your present system is made up of plastic duct
or metal foil duct, re_lace it with a rigid orflexible metal duct.
Ensure the present duct is free of any lint prior to installing
dryer duct.
[] If the dryer is not exhausted outdoors, some fine lint will
be expeIled into the Iaundry area. An accumulation of lint in
any area of the building can create a health and fire hazard.
The dryer exhaust system MUST be exhausted to the
outside of the building!
[] Do not aItow combustible materials (for exampIe: cIothing,
draperies/curtains, paper) to come in contact with exhaust
system. The dryer MUST NOT be exhausted into a chimney,
a wall, a ceiling, or any concealed space of a buiIding which
can accumuIate Iint, resulting in a fire hazard.
[] Exceeding the length of duct pipe or number of elbows
aItowed in the "MAXIMUM LENGTH" charts can cause an
accumulation of tint in the exhaust system. PIugging the
system couId create a fire hazard, as well as increase drying
times.
[] Do not screen the exhaust ends of the vent system, nor
use any screws or rivets to assembIe the exhaust system.
Lint can become caught in the screen, on the screws or rivets,
clogging the duct work and creating a fire hazard as well as
increasing drying times. Use an approved vent hood to terminate
the duct outdoors, and seal all joints with duct tape. AII male
duct pipe fittings MUST be installed downstream with the flow
of air.
[IV,'h-1;t_ll_(_ Explosion hazard. Do not install the dryer
where gasoIine or other flammables are kept or stored. Ifthe
dryer is installed in a garage, it must be a minimum of 18
inches

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90°
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MAXIMUM LENGTH
of 4" (10.2 cm) Dia. Rigid Metal Dud:
VENT HOOD TYPE
(Preferred)
Louvered
(t0.2 cm)
60 ft. (18.28 m)
52 ft. (15.84 m)
44 ft. (13.41 m)
32 ft. (9.75 m)
28 ft. (8.53 m'_
(6.35 cm}
48 ft.(14.63 m
40 ft.(12.19 m
32 ft. (9.75 m)
24 ft. (7.31 m)
16ft. (4.87 ml
MAXIMUM LENGTH
of 4" (10.2 cm) Dia. Flexible Metal Duct
VENT HOOD TYPE
(Preferred)
HO.2 crn_
30 ft.
22ft.
14ft.
Louvered
(6.35 cm}
(9.14 m) 18ft. (8.49 m)
(6.71 m) 14ft. (4.27 m)
(4.27 m) lOft. (3.05 m)
NOT RECOMMENDED
INSTALL MALE FTTINGS IN CORRECT DIRECTION
In installations where the exhaust system is not described in the
charts, the following method must be used to determine if the
exhaust system is acceptable:
1. Connect an inclined or digital manometer between the
dryer and the point the exhaust connects to the dryer.
2. Set the dryer timer and temperature to air fluff (cool
down) and start the dryer.
3. Read the measurement on the manometer.
4. The system back pressure MUST NOT be higher than
0.75 inches of water column. If the system back
pressure is less than 0.75 inches of water column, the
system is acceptable. If the manometer reading is
higher than 0.75 inches of water column, the system is
too restrictive and the installation is unacceptable.
Although vertical orientation of the exhaust system is
acceptable, certain extenuating circumstances could affect the
performance of the dryer:
Only the rigid metal duct work should be used.
Venting vertical through a roof may expose the ex
haust system to down drafts causing an increase in
vent restriction.
Running the exhaust system through an uninsulat-
ed area may cause condensation and faster accumu
lation of lint.
Compression or crimping of the exhaust system will
cause an increase in vent restriction.
The exhaust system should be inspected and cleaned a
minimum of every 6 months with normal usage. The more the
dryer is used, the more often you should check the
exhaust system and vent hood for proper operation.
EXHAUST DIRECTION
All dryers shipped from the factory are set up for rear exhausting.
However, on electric dryers, exhausting can be to the right or left
side of the cabinet or the bottom of the dryer. On gas dryers,
exhausting can be to the right side of the cabinet or the bottom of
the dryer. Directional exhausting can be accomplished by installing
Exhaust Kit, PiN 131456800, available through your parts
distributor. Follow the instructions supplied with the kit.
EXHAUST DUCT LOCATING DIMENSIONS
SAME AS OTHER SIDE
5 7/8"
_43/8"
j(11 ¢m}
(9.5 cm)
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
r ;,'_'t='_,q='HcL']Replace copper connecting pipe that is not
plasUc-coated. Stainless steel or plastic-coated brass MUST
be used.
1. Installation MUST conform with local codes, or in the absence
of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1
(latest edition).
2. The gas supply line should be of 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) pipe.
3. If codes allow, flexible metal tubing may be used to connect
your dryer to the gas supply line. The tubing MUST be
constructed of stainless steel or plastic-coated brass.
4. The gas supply line MUST have an individual shutoff valve.
5. A 1/8 inch (0.32 cm) N.P.T. plugged tapping, accessible for
test gauge connection, MUST be installed immediately
upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer.
6. The dryer MUST be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).
7. The dryer MUST be isolated from the gas supply piping system
during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system
at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).
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LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYER:
1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather
conditions.
2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains,
drapes, or anything that wilI obstruct the flow of combus_on
and ventilation air.
3. On carpet. FIoor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of
1 inch (2.54 cm).
INSTALLATION IN RECESS OR CLOSET
1. A dryer installedin a bedroom, bathroom, recass or cIoset,
MUST be exhausted outdoors.
2. No other fuel burning appIiance shall be instaIled in the
same closet as the Gas dryer.
3. Your dryer needs the space around itfor proper ventilation.
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYERIN A CLOSETWITH A
SOUD DOOR.
4. A minimum of 120 square inches (774.2 square cm) of
opening, equally divided at the top and bottom of the door, is
required. Air openings are required to be unobstructed when
a door is installed. A Iouvered door with equivalent air
openings for the full length of the door is acceptable.
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES (Inches)
FRONT SIDES REAR TOP
Alcove 0 (0 cm) 0 (0 cm) 0 (0 cm) 15 (38.1 cm)
Closet 1 (2.54 cm) 0 (0 cm) 0 (0 cm) 15 (38.1 cm)
Closet door ventilation required: 2 Iouvered openings each 60
square inches (387 square centimeters) -- 3 inches (7,6 cm)
from bottom and top of door.
THIS DRYER MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
5. The following illustrations show minimum clearance
dimensions for proper operation in a recess or closet
installation.
CLOSET DOOR
60 SQ. IN.
(387.1
60 SQ. IN.
(387.1 SQ. CM)
(Ocm)
Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect
Correct Correct h
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ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS
,€ 26 7/8' t
4.[_- L(683 cmJ
I("q
[_ ELECTRICCONNECTION
2 9/16'-_
(63 cm)
13 1/2" ___
(34.4 cm)
33/4"
(9.5 cm)
O N
318"(0.96 crn)DIA.
GAS PIPE
m
43 5/8"
10.7cm)
1
1'(2.54 cm)
REAR VIEW
DOOR OPEN 900
471/2"
,-,dz0.7 17
L__
4 3/8"
(11.1 cm) ___
OPTIONAL /
VENT KNOCKOUT.__ j--
L-.M 27'
(68.8 cm)
SIDE VIEW
UNPACKING
1. Using the four shipping carton corner posts (two on each
side), carefully lay the dryer on its left side and remove
foam shipping base.
To prevent damage, do not use the
controI panel or coin meter housing as a means to
pick up or move the dryer.
NOTE: On under counter modet ctothes dryers, the top panel
may be removed for installation.
2. Return the dryer to an upright position.
36 ==
(91.5 cm)
t"8
_20.4)
3 3/4"
(9.5cm)
FOAM
.,SHPPING
?!:\CKING
REVERSING DOOR SWING
Your dryer is designed so the door swing may be reversed at
any time without additional parts. Conversion is accomplished
by transferring hinges to the opposite side of the cabinet.
To change the direction of the door opening:
1. Open the dryer door. Remove the four hinge hole pIugs
from the left side of the door opening. PIace nearby for
future installation. NOTE: You may need a plastic knife to
help puII out the pIugs. Be careful not to scratch the paint.
2. Remove the four screws that secure the door hinges to the
dryer front panel (see below). NOTE: Remove one screw
from each of the two hinges first. HoId the door firmly before
removing the last two screws.
3. Rotate the door 180° and reinstall the door hinges to the
dryer front panel with the four screws.
4. Install the four hinge hole plugs in the open screw hoIes on
the right side of the door opening.
\
REMOVE 4 SCREWS
HONEFROM EACH
NGE FIRST)
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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Before proceeding with etectdcaI installation, install the
dryer's coin-metering system (when used) in accordance
with the separate instructionsprovided with the meter.
ALL ELECTRIC Dryers
For a permanently connected dryer:
1. The dryer MUST be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system; or an equipment grounding con-
ductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terfninal or lead on
Jthe appliance.
_'t,w=_:t_il_[_l The following are specific requirements
for proper and safe electrical installation of your dryer.
Failure to follow these instructions can create electrical
shock and/or afire hazard.
[] This appIiance MUST be properly grounded. Electrical
shock can resuIt if the dryer is not properly grounded. FoItow
the instructions in this manuaI for proper grounding.
[] Do not use an extension cord with this d_er. Some
extension cords are not designed to withstand the amounts of
electrical current this dryer utilizes and can melt, creating
electrical shock and/or fire hazard. Locate the dryer within
reach of the receptacle for the length power cord to be
purchased, allowing some slack in the cord. Refer to the pre-
installation requirements inthis manual for the proper power
cord to be purchased.
[] A U.L. Iisted strain reiief must be installed onto power
cord. Ifthe strain reiief is not attached, the cord can be pulled
out of the dryer and can be cut by any movement of the cord,
resuIting in electrical shock.
[] Do not use an aIuminum wired receptacIe with a copper
wired power cord and plug(or vice versa).Achemical reaction
occurs between copper and aluminum and can cause electrical
shorts. The proper wiring and receptacle is acopper
wired power cord with acopper wired receptacle.
ALL GAS Dryers
This dryer isequipped with athree-prong (grounding) plug for
your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged
directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do
not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.
NOTE: Dryers operating on 208 voIt power supply witl have
longer drying times than operating on 240 voIt power suppIy,
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRIC Dryer I
improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock.
Check with a ticensed electrician if you are in doubt as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
1. The dryer MUST be grounded. Inthe event ofa maIfunction
or breakdown, grounding wilt reduce the risk of electrical
shock by a path of least resistance for eiectdcaI current.
2, If your dryer is equipped with a power suppIy cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding pIug,
the plug MUST be plugged into an appropriate, copper wired
receptacle that is properly instalIed and grounded in
accordance with aIl tocal codes and ordinances. If in doubt,
call a licensed electrician.
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GREEN
GROUND
SCREW _ I_'"_
GREEN /SILVERTER.'INA
NEUTRAL
GROUND
WIRE
UT
TO THESE
THREADS
STRAN
RELIEF
MOUNTING I
BRACKET POWER CORD
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
FOR 3-WIRE SYSTEM
ELECTRIC Dryer
GREEN
GROUND
SCREW
GREEN
NEUTRALj
GROUND
WIRE
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1,
1. Remove the screws securing the terminal block access
cover and the strain reIief mounting bracket located on the
back of the dryer upper corner.
2. Instalt a U.L listed strain relief into the power cord entry
hoIe of the mounting bracket. Finger tighten the nut only at
this time.
3. Thread a U.L. tisted 30 amp. power cord, NEMA 10-30
Type SRDT, through the strain relief.
4. Attach the power cord neutral (center wire) conductor to
the silver colored center terminaI on the terminal bIock.
Tighten the screw securely.
5. Attach the remaining two power cord outer conductors to
the outer brass coIored terminals on the terminaI block.
Tighten both screws securely.
_!,w-.I:t_11_[_1 Do not make a sharp bend or crimp wiring/
conductor at connections.
6. Reattach the strain relief mounting bracket to the back of
the dryer with two screws. Tighten screws securely.
7. Tighten the screws securing thecord restraint firmly against
the power cord.
GREEN POWER CORD
GROUND WIRE SEVER TERMINAL
RED"
TERMINAL BLOCK
TIGHTEN
NUT
TO THESE
THREADS
NUT /
STRA,N
RELIEF /,
BRACKET _ x-_Z/,J_/
POWER \
CORD
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
FOR 4-WIRE SYSTEM
8. Tighten the strain relief nut securely so that the strain relief
does not turn.
g. ReinstaIt the terminal bIock cover.
ELECTRIC Dryer
Remove the screws securing the terminal btock access
cover and the strain relief mounting bracket located on
the back of the dryer upper corner,
Install a U.L listed strain retief in the entry hoIe of the
mounting bracket. Finger tighten the nut only at this time.
Remove the green neutral ground wire from the green
ground screw located above the terminaI bIock.
TYPcAL 4 BLACK 240V
CONDUCTOR
RECEPTACLE /._ WHITE NEUTRAL
TYPCAL RED 240V
CONDUCTOR CORD_'_ GREEN GROUND
30 AMP NBMA 14-30 TYPE SRDT OR ST
4.
5.
6.
7.
.
9.
10.
Thread a U.L listed 30 amp power cord, NEMA 14-30
type ST or SRDT through the strain relief.
Attach the green power cord ground wire to the cabinet
with the green ground screw.
Attach the white (neutral) power cord conductor from the
power cord and the green ground wire from the dryer
harness (removed from the ground screw in step 3) to the
silver-colored center terminal on the terminal block. Tighten
the screw securely.
Attach the red and black power cord conductors to the
outer brass-coIored terminals on the terminal block.
_'I"A'I'-I:t_I1_[€1DOnot make a sharp bend or crimp wiring/
conductor at the connections.
Tighten the screws securing the cord restraint firmly
against the power cord.
Tighten the strain relief nut securely so the strain relief
does not turn.
Reinstall the terminal block access cover.
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INSTALLATION
1. GAS CONNECTION (Gas dozers only)
a. Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear of
the dryer.
NOTE: DO NOT connect the dryer to L.P. gas service without
converting the gas valve. An L.P. conversion kit must
be installed by a qualified gas technician.
b. Connect a 1/2inch (1.27 cm) I.D. semi-rigid or approved
pipe from gas supply line to the 3/8 inch (0.96 cm) pipe
located on the back of the dryer. Use a 1/2 inchto 3/8
inch (1.27 cm to 0.96 cm) reducer for a connection.
Apply an approved thread sealer that isresistant to the
corrosive action of liquefied gases on aII pipe
connections.
c. Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line.
d. Test all connections by brushing on a soapy water
soIution. NEVER TEST FOR GAS LEAKS WITH AN
OPEN FLAME.
2. Connect the exhaust duct to outside exhaust system. Use
duct tape to seal aII joints.
3. With the dryer in its final position, adjust one or more of
the legs until the dryer is resting solid on aIl four legs.
PIace a level on top of the dryer. THE DRYER MUST BE
LEVEL AND RESTING SOLID ON ALL FOUR LEGS.
NOTE: Awiring diagram islocated inside the dryer.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
If replacement parts are needed for your dryer, contact the
source where you purchased your dryer, or calI Sears Parts
and Service TolIFree Number 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-
4663).
Labet all wires prior to disconnection when
servicing controIs. Wiring errors can cause improper and
dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
Destroy the carton and pIastic bags after the
dryer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads, or ptastic sheets can become
airtight chambers causing suffocation. Place alt materials in
a garbage container or make materiaIs inaccessibIe to
children.
The instructions in this manual and all other
literature incIudedwith this dryer are not meant to cover every
possible condition and situation that may occur. Good safe
practice and caution MUST be applied when instalIing,
operating and maintaining any appIiance.
Lint Blade Retaining Pin Location and Orientation
4. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet. NOTE: Check
to ensure the power is off at circuit breaker/fuse box before
plugging the power cord into the outlet .....
5. Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/fuse box.
Before operating the dozer,make sure thedozer
area is clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline,
and other flammable vapors. Also see that nothing (such as
boxes, clothing, etc.) obstructs the flow of combustion and
ventilation air.
6. Run the dryer through a cycle check for proper operation.
NOTE: On gas dryers, before the burner will Iight, it is
necessary for the gas line to be bted of air. If the burner
does not light within 45 seconds the first time the dryer is
turned on, the safety switch will shut the burner off. If this
happens, turn the timer to "OFF" and wait 5 minutes before
making another attempt to Iight.
7. Ptace these instructions in a location near the dryer for
future reference.
Install the pins after the lint blade is installed.
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