Kenmore 8041 - 5.8 cu. Ft. Capacity Electric Dryer User manual

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Gas Electric Dryer
Secadora a gas y el_ctrica
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P/N 134199600G (0611) Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pre-lnstallation Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 3
Electrical Requirements .................................................................................................................................................. 3
Exhaust System Requirements ...................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Gas Supply Requirements ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Location of Your Dryer.................................................................................................................................................... S
Mobile Home Installation ............................................................................................................................................... 6
Rough-In Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................. 6-7
Unpacking .................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Reversing Door Swing .................................................................................................................................................... 7
Electrical Installation ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
Grounding Requirements ................................................................................................................................................ 8
Electrical Connections--3-wire ........................................................................................................................................ 9
Electrical Connections--4-wire ........................................................................................................................................ 9
Installation .................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Replacement Parts.......................................................................................................................................................... I0
Espan61................................................................................................................................................................... 11-19
DRYER SAFETY
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 or in Canada, CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1.
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 or in Canada, CAN/CGA B 149.12.
NOTE: The Dryer is designed under ANSI Z21.5.1 or ANSI/UL 2158 -CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 112 {latest editions) for HOME
USE only. This Dryer is not recommended for commercial applications such as restaurants or beauty salons, etc.
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in the Use & Care Guide, Operating Instructions,
Installation Instructions 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 kill or hurt you or others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert
symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING". These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
All 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.
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 lossof life.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquid in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- WHATTO DO IF YOUSMELL GAS
.Do not try to light any appliance.
. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not useany phone in your building.
Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
Immediately callyour gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installations must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the state,
province, or region where this appliance isbeing installed.

PRE-INSTALLA TION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Materials Required for Installation:
1. Phillips head screwdriver.
2. Channel-lock adjustable pliers.
3. Carpenter's level.
4. Flat or straight blade 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.
iELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRICDryer J
CIRCUIT- Individual 30 amp. branch circuit fused with 30 amp.
time delay fuses or circuit breakers.
Use separately fused circuits for washers and dryers, and DO
NOT operate a washer and a dryer on the same circuit.
POWER SUPPLY - 3 wire, 240 volt, single phase, 60 Hz,
Alternating Current. (Canada - 240 volt, single phase, 60 Hz,
Alternating Current.)
POWER SUPPLY CORD KIT - The dryer MUST employ a 3-
conductor power supply cord NEMA 10-30 type SRDTrated at
240 volt AC minimum, 30 amp., with 3 open end spade lug
connectors with upturned ends or closed loop connectors and
marked for usewith clothes dryers.
WARNING -Risk of Shock. Appliance grounded to neutral
conductor through a link. Grounding through the neutral link
isprohibited for (1) New branch circuit installations (2) mobile
homes; (3) recreational vehicles; and (4) areas where local
codes do not permit grounding through the neutral, (1)
disconnect the link from the neutral, (2) usegrounding terminal
or lead to ground appliance in accordance with local ::odes
and (3) connect neutral terminal or leadto branch circuit neutral
in usual manner (if the appliance is to be connected by means
of a cord kit, use 4-conductor cord for this purpose). USE
COPPERCONDUCTOR ONLY. The dryer MUST employ a 4-
conductor power supply cord NEMA 14-30 type SRDTor 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
ELECTRICALCONNECTIONS FORA 4-WIRE SYSTEM.
(Canada - 4-wire power supply cord isinstalled on dryer.)
OUTLETRECEPTACLE- NEMA 10-30R receptacle to be located
sothe power supply cord isaccessible when the dryer is in the
installed position. (Canada - NEMA 14-30R receptacle.)
POWER SUPPLY
3 WIRE GROUNDED NEUTRAL
120-240 VOLT 50 CYCLE
MAIN FUSE BOX
30 AMP DELAYED ACTION
FUSES
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER
NEUTRAL WIRE
OUTLET
RECEPTACLE
(COPPER)
SUBJECT TO LOCAL
REGULATIONS NEMA 10-30R (COPPER)
[GASDryer ]
CIRCUIT- Individual 15 amp. branch circuit fused with a 15 amp.
maximum time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY- 3 wire, 120 volt single phase, 60 Hz,Alternating
Current.
POWER SUPPLYCORD - The dryer isequipped with a 120 volt
3-wire power cord.
NOTE: Do not under I
any circumstances
remove grounding Q
prong from plug.
_k_G_ROUNDING PRONG
EXHAUST SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Use only 4 inch (10.2 cm) diameter (minimum) rigid or flexible
metal duct and approved vent hood which hasa swing-out damper(s)
that open when the dryer is in operation. When the dryer stops,
the dampers automatically close to prevent drafts and the entrance
of insects and rodents. To avoid restricting the outlet, maintain a
minimum of 12 inches (30.5 cm) clearance between the vent hood
and the ground or any other obstruction.
The 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 useplastic flexible duct to exhaust the dryer.
Excessivelint can build up inside exhaust system and create a fire
hazard and restrict air flow. Restricted air flow will increase dryer
times. If your present system is made up of plastic duct or metal
foil duct, _lace it with a rigid or flexible metal duct. Ensure the
present duct is free of any lint prior to installing dryer duct.
_- Risk of Fire - A clothes dryer produces
combustible lint. If the dryer isnot exhausted outdoors some fine
lint will be expelled into the laundry area. An accumulation of lint
in any area of the home can create a health and fire hazard. The
dryer must be connected to an exhaust outdoors. Regularly
inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove any accumulation
of lint around the outdoor exhaust opening and in the surrounding
area.
Do not allow combustible materials (for example:
clothing, draperies/curtains paper) to come in contact with exhaust
_stem. The dryer MUST NOT be exhausted into a chimney, a
wall, a ceiling, or any concealed space of a building which can
accumulate lint, resulting in a fire hazard.
Exceedingthe length of duct pipe or number of elbows
allowed in the "MAXIMUM LENGTH" charts can cause an
accumulation of lint in the exhaust system. Plugging the system
could create a fire hazard, aswell as increase drying times.
Do not screen the exhaust ends of the vent system,
nor use any screws or rivets to assemble the exhaust system. Lint
can become caught in the screen,on the screws or rivets, ::logging
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. All male duct pipe
fittings MUSTbe installed downstream with the flow of air.
Explosion hazard. Do not install the dryer where
gasoline or other flammables are kept or stored. If the dryer is
installed in a garage, it must be a minimum of 18 inches (45.7 cm)
above the floor. Failureto do so can result in death, explosion, fire
or burns.

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MAXIMUM LENGTH
of 4" (10.2 cm) Dia. Rigid Metal Duct
VENT HOOD TYPE
(Preferred)
Louvered
4°F
(10.2 cm_
60ft. (18.28 m)
52 ft. (15.84 m)
44ft. (13.41 m)
32 ft. (9.75 m)
28 ft. (8.53 m)
(5.35 cm_
48 ft.(14.63 m)
40 ft.(12.19 m)
32 ft. (9.75 m)
24 ft. (7.31 m)
16ft. (4.87 m)
MAXIMUM LENGTH
of 4" (10.2 cm) Dia. Flexible Metal Duct
VENT HOOD TYPE
(Preferred)
-.44"F
(10.2 cml
30 ft. (9.14 m)
22 ft. (6.71 m)
14 ft. (4.27 m)
Louvered _2Y2'_
(6.35 cml
18 ft. (5.49 m)
14ft. (4.27 m)
10 ft. (3.05 m)
NOT RECOMMENDED
INSTALL MALE FITTINGS IN CORRECT DIRECTION
In installations where the exhaust system isnot described in the
charts, the following method must be used to determine if the
exhaust system isacceptable:
I. 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. Readthe 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 exhaust
system to down drafts causing an increase in vent
restriction.
Running the exhaust system through an uninsulated area
may cause condensation and faster accumulation 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 18months 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 areset up for rearexhausting.
However, on electric dryers, exhausting can be to the right or
left sideof the cabinet or the bottom of the dryer. On gasdryers,
exhausting can beto the right sideof the cabinet or the bottom
of the dryer. Directional exhausting can be accomplished by
installing Exhaust Kit, P/N 131456800, available through your
parts distributor. Follow the instructions supplied with the kit.
EXHAUST DUCT LOCATING DIMENSIONS
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Replace copper connecting pipe that is not
plastic-coated. Stainless steel or plastic-coated brass MUST
be used.
1. InstallationMUSTconform with localcodes,or in the absence
of local codes,with the National FuelGasCode, ANSIZ223.1
(latest edition) or in Canada, the current CAN/CGA B149.
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 MUSThave an individual shutoff valve.
5. A 1/8 inch (0.32 cm) N.RT.plugged tapping, accessible for
test gauge connection, MUST be installed immediately
upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer.
6. The dryerMUSTbe disconnected from the gassupply piping
system during any pressure testing of the gassupply 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 gassupply piping
system at test pressures equal to or lessthan I/2 psig (3.45
kPa).
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LOCATION OF YOUR DRYER
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYER:
1. Inan 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 will obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation
ain
3. On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of 1 inch
(2.54 cm).
INSTALLATION/IV, RECESS OR CLOSET
1. A dryer installed in a bedroom, bathroom, recess or closet, MUST
be exhausted outdoors.
2. No other fuel burning appliance shall be installed in the same
closet as the Gas dryer.
3. Your dryer needs the space around it for proper ventilation.
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR DRYER IN A CLOSET WITH A SOLID
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 or
Under counter 0(0cm) 0(0cm) 0(0cm) 15(38.1cm)
Closet 1(2.54cm) 0(0cm) 0(0cm)15(38.1cm)
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
O"(0 crn)
NOTE: Under counter and stack models -0 inches (0 cm) for sides, rear, and top.
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O"(0crn)
UNDER COUNTERINSTALLATION
If an under counter* installation isdesired, the dryer MUST have a top sheet kit
installed, P/N 131629100. Kit isavailable from an authorized parts distributor.
*Custom-sized countertop isrequired.

MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION
1. DryerMUSTbe exhausted outside (outdoors, not beneath
the mobile home) using metal ducting that will not support
combustion. Metal ducting must be 4 inches (10.16 cm) in
diameter with no obstructions. Rigidmetal duct ispreferred.
2. If dryer is exhausted through the floor and area beneath
the mobile home is enclosed, the exhaust system MUST
terminate outside the enclosure with the termination
securely fastened to the mobile home structure.
3. When installing a gasdryer into a mobile home, a provision
must be made for outside make up air.This provision isto
be not lessthan twice the area of the dryer exhaust outlet.
4. This dryer MUST be fastened to the floor. Mobile Home
Installation Kit No. 169840 is available from your dealer.
5. Refer to pages 2 and 3 for other important venting
requirements.
6. Installation MUSTconform to current Manufactured Home
Construction & Safety Standard (which is a Federal
Regulation Title 24 CFR-Part32-80) or when such standard
is not applicable, with American National Standard for
Mobile Homes. In Canada, the CSA Z240 is applicable.
The dryer isdesigned under ANSI Z 21.5.1 for
HOME USEortly.
Correct
Correct
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Correct incorrect
UNDER COUNTER & STACK MODELS
ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS
T
33/4"
(9.5 crn)
[3 ELECTRICCONNECTION
2 9/16=---_
(63 cra)
_-_ 131/2" -_
(34.4 cm) I
3/8" (0.96 cm) DIA.
GAS PIPE
UNDER
COUNTER
34 5/8"
(87.9 cm)
36"
(91.5 cm)
I
1"(2.54 cm)
REAR VIEW
DOOR OPEN 90°
B
471/2"
(120.7 cm)
4318"
(11.1 cm) _-_
OPTIONAL
VENT KNOCKOUT_,_
3 3/4"
(9.5crn)
- 27"
(68.6 crn)
SIDE VIEW
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TOP CONSOLE MODELS
ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS
26 7/8'
(68.3 crn)
ELECTRICCONNECTION
2 9/16'_
(6.5cm)
__ 13112"
(34.4cm)-_
3 3/4"
(9.5 crn)
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3/8" (0.96 cm) DIA.
GASPIPE
43 5/8=
(110.7cm)
(91.5 cm)
1'12.54cm)
REAR ViEW
[X_3R OPEN 90°
< 27'
(68.6 cm)
SIDE VIEW
UNPACKING
I. Using the four shipping carton corner posts (two on each
side), carefully laythe dryer on its left sideand remove foam
shipping base.
_To preventdamage, do not usethe control panel
as a means to pick up or move the dryer.
NOTE: On under counter model clothes dryers, the top panel
may be removed for installation.
Return the dryer to an upright position.
__ ING
REVERSING DOOR SWING
Your dryer is designed so the door swing may be reversed at
any time without additional parts. Conversion isaccomplished
by transferring hinges to the opposite side of the cabinet.
To change the direction of the door opening:
I. Open the dryer door. Removethe four hinge hole plugsfrom
the left side of the door opening. Place nearby for future
installation. NOTE: You may need a plastic knife to help pull
out the plugs. Becareful 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. Holdthe 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 holes on
the right sideof the door opening.
REMOVE 4 SCREWS
(ONE FROM EACH
HINGE FIRST)

iELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
ALL ELECTRICDryers ]
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 a fire hazard.
I Canadian ELECTRICDryer I
Improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a
licensedelectrician if you are in doubt asto whether the appliance
isproperly grounded.
[] This appliance MUST be properly arounded. Electricalshock
can result if the dryer is not properly grounded. Follow the
instructions in this manual for proper grounding.
[] Do not usean extension cord with this dryer. Someextension
cords are not designed to withstand the amounts of electrical
current this dryer utilizes and can melt, creating electrical shock
and/or fire hazard. Locatethe 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 in this
manual for the proper power cord to be purchased.
[] A U.L. approved strain relief must be installed onto power
cord. If the strain relief is not attached, the cord can be pulled
out of the dryer and can be cut by any movement of the cord,
resulting in electrical shock.
[] Do not use an aluminum wired receptacle with a copper
wired power cord and pluq (or vice versa).A chemical reaction
occurs between copper and aluminum and can cause electrical
shorts. The proper wiring and receptacle is a copper wired
power cord with a copper wired receptacle.
Foraarounded, cord-connected dryer:
1. Thedryer must be grounded. Inthe event of a malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock
by a path of least resistance for electrical current.
.
I
Sinceyour dryer isequipped with a power supply cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and agrounding plug, the
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that isproperly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances. If in doubt, call a licensed electrician.Do not
modify plug provided with the appliance.
ALL GAS Dryers J
I. The laundry center isequipped with a three-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 the plug.
NOTE: Dryers operating on 208 volt power supply will have
longer drying times than operating on 240 volt power supply.
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
INon-Canadian ELECTR/CDryer I
Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check
with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt asto whether the
appliance isproperly grounded.
Fora grounded cord-connected dryer:
1. The dryer MUSTbe grounded. Inthe event of a malfunction
or breakdown, grounding will reducethe riskof electricalshock
by a path of least resistance for electrical current.
2. If your dryer isequipped with a power supply cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug, the
plug MUST be plugged into an appropriate, copper wired
receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If in doubt,
call a licensed electrician. Do not modify plug provided
with the appliance.
Fora permanently connected dryer:
1. ThedryerMUSTbe connected to agrounded metal, permanent
wiring 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.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
FOR 3-WIRE SYSTEM
i Non-Canadian ELECTR/CDryer i
1. Removethe screws securing the terminal block accesscover
and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the
back of the dryer upper corner.
2. Install a U.L approved strain relief into the power cord entry
hole of the mounting bracket. Fingertighten the nut only at
this time.
GREEN GROUND SCREW
NEUTRAL
GROUND
WIRE
SILVER TERMINAL
IUT
TIGHTEN NUT TO
THESE THREADS
RELIEF
MOUNTING
BRACKET POWER CORD
3. Thread a U.L approved 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 terminal on the terminal block.
Tighten the screw securely.
5. Attach the remaining two power cord outer conductors to
the outer brass colored terminals on the terminal block.
Tighten both screws securely.
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 the cord restraint firmly against
the power cord.
8. Tighten the strain relief nut securely sothat the strain relief
does not turn.
9. Reinstall the terminal block cover.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
FOR 4-WIRE SYSTEM
Non-Canadian ELECTR/CDryer j
1. Remove the screws securing the terminal block accesscover
and the strain relief mounting bracket located on the back of
the dryer upper corner.
2. Install a U.L approved strain relief in the entry hole of the
mounting bracket. Fingertighten the nut only at this time.
GREEN GREEN POWERCORD
GROUND_ROUND WIRE SILVER TERMINAL
SCREW _,TERMINALBLoCK
NEUTRAL __3qlll_
GRO UN DJJ,_----_
WIRE TIGHTEN NUT
NUT _HREADS
/
REd _///_)
1POWER 1/._
/
CORD
3. Removethe ground wire from the green ground screwlocated
above the terminal block.
_ TYPICAL 4
CONDUCTOR BLACK
WHITE
TYPICAL 4 _-'_,_ RED 240V
CONDUCTOR "GREEN
30 AMP NEMA 14-30 TYPE SRDT OR
4. Thread a U.L approved 30 amp power cord, NEMA 14-30
type STor SRDTthrough the strain relief.
5. 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 neutral ground wire from the dryer harness
to the silver-colored center terminal on the terminal block.
Tighten the screw securely.
7. Attach the red and black power cord conductors to the outer
brass-colored terminals on the terminal block.
Do not make a sharp bend or crimp wiring/
conductor at the connections.
8. Tighten the screws securing the cord restraint firmly against
the power cord.
9. Tighten the strain relief nut securely so the strain relief does
not turn.
10. Reinstall the terminal block accesscover.
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INSTALLATION
I. GAS CONNECTION (Gas dryers only)
a. Remove the shipping cap from gas pipe at the rear of
the dryer.
NOTE: DO NOTconnect the dryer to L.Rgas service without
converting the gas valve. An L.R conversion kit must
be installed by a qualified gas technician.
Connect a 1/2 inch (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. Usea I/2 inch to 3/8
inch (1.27 cm to 0.96 cm) reducer for a connection.
Apply an approved thread sealer that is resistant to the
corrosive action of liquefied gaseson all pipe connections.
c. Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line.
d. Testall connections bybrushing on asoapy water solution.
NEVER TESTFOR GAS LEAKS WITH AN OPENFLAME.
2. Connect the exhaust duct to outside exhaust system. Use
duct tape to seal all joints.
3. With the dryer in its final position, adjust one or more of the
legs until the dryer is resting solid on all four legs. Placea
level on top of the dryer. THE DRYER MUST BE LEVEL
AND RESTING SOLID ON ALL FOUR LEGS.
4. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.
NOTE: Check to ensure the power isoff at circuit breaker/
fuse boxbefore plugging the power cord into the outlet.
5. Turn on the power atthe circuit breaker/fuse box.
Before operating the dryer, make sure the
dryer 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 light, it is
necessary for the gas line to be bled 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 light.
If your dryer does not operate, please review the "Avoid
Service Checklist" located in your Owner's Guide before
calling for service.
Placethese instructions in a location near the dryer for futu re
reference.
NOTE: A wiring diagram islocated inside the dryer console or
behind the right side panel.
REPLA CEMENT PARTS
If replacement parts are needed for your dryer, call Sears
Parts and Service Toll Free Number 1-800-366-PART (1-
800-366-7278).
Label all wires prior to disconnection when
servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and
dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the
dryer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become
airtight chambers causing suffocation. Place all materials in a
garbage container or make materials inaccessible to children.
The instructions in this manual and all other
literature included with this dryer are not meant to cover every
possible condition and situation that may occur. Good safe
practice and caution MUSTbe applied when installing, operating
and maintaining any appliance.
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