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Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
English / Espa_ol
Models/Modelos: 796.6927#,796.7927#
Kenmore Elite
vu OF
_N MFL62512818
Sears Brands Management
Corporation, Hoffman Estates,
Protocol P154
IL 60179 USA
www.sears.com Sanitization Performance of
www.sears.ca
Residential Clothes dryer
Protocolo P154
Ejecucion de Saneamiento en la
zona residencial Secadoras
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Master Protection Agreements SAFETY MESSAGES ..................... 3 Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......... 3--6 Kenmore <"_ product is designed and manufactured for FEATURES AND BENEFITS years of dependable operation. But like all products, it Key Parts and Components .................... 7 may require preventive maintenance or repair from time INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS to time. That's when having a Master Prote
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Ri=AD ALL iNSTRUCTiONS BSFORS USE WARNING yo° ,.o,o,o. o,,oo ,° moo°o,bo ,o,,owo ,o minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Your Safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. ,_ This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and o
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BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the dryer • Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer Close • Before use, the dryer must be properly installed as supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is described in this manual used near children • Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your • Do not use
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION ,& WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized power • Properly ground dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Followdetails inthe installation circuit to avoid electrical overload. Improperpower circuit instructions. Electrical shock can result if the dryer is not can melt, creating
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM FUNCTIONS WARNING" To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Do not open the dryer door during steam cycles. Do not fill the steam feeder with gasoline, Failure to follow these instructions can result in a burn dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or hazard. explosive substances. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. • Do not dry ar
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KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS There are several important components that are referenced in this manual. O EASY-TO-USE CONTROL PANEL Rotate the Cycle Selector Knob to select the desired dry cycle. Add cycle options or adjust settings with the touch of a button. O TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY The easy-to-read LED display shows cycle status and estimated time remaining. CYCLE MODIFIERS Adjust the cycle defaults such as temperature and dry level with the touch of a button. NOTE: Not all settings are availabl
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KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS Description Dryer (Gas and Electric) Electrical Requirements Please refer to the rating label. Gas Requirements* Natural: 6-8 inches WC Gas Requirements* Propane: 10-13 inches WC Dimensions 27" (W) X 28 154 6" (D) X 45" (H), 50 1/4" (D With door open) 68.60m (W) X 73.4 cm (D) X 114.10m (H), 127.5 cm (D With door open) Net Weight Electric : 147 lb. (66.7kg) / Gas : 150.5 lb. (68.3kg) Drying Capacity IEC 7.3 cu. ft. *Gas Models only. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS IMPORTAN
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES f Use the LP CONVERSION KIT for changing the dryer gas connections from Natural Gas Use the side vent kit for (NG) to Liquefied Propane Gas (LP) venting directly on either Part # 383EEL3002D side or on the bottom. NOTE: Installation of the LP Kit # D26-49670 conversion kit must be NOTE: Gas dryers can performed by a qualified not be vented to the right service professional.
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GAS REQUIREMENTS (GAS MODELS ONLY) CONNECTING GAS DRYERS ,A WARNING" To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Gas supply requirements: Connect the dryer to the type of gas shown on the As shipped from the factory, this dryer is configured nameplate. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. for use with (NG) natural gas. It can be converted for use with LP (Liquefied Propane) g
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CONNECTING GAS DRYERS (cont.) ,& WA RNIN k._" To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Installation and service must be performed by a • If necessary, the correct nozzle (for the LP nozzle qualified installer, service agency, or the gas kit, order part number 383EEL3002D) should be supplier. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, installed by a qualified technician and the change or d
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS ,A WARNING: To help prevent fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and A WARN ING" To reduce the risk of fire, grounding must conform to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 and all electric shock, or injury to persons when using applicable local regulations. Please contact a quali- this appliance, follow basic precautions, including fied electrician to check your home's wiring and the following: f
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CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS ,A WARNING . Connect the power cord to the terminal block. . Grounding through the neutral conductor is pro- Each colored wire should be connected to same hibited for: (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) color screw. Wire color indicated on manual is con- mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) nected to the same color screw in block. Failure to areas where local codes prohibit grounding follow these instructions may re
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I I VENTING THE DRYER CHECK YOUR EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR PROBLEMS The most common cause of dryer problems is poor exhaust venting. Before you installyour new dryer, check the items listed below to make sure you get the best possible performance. This can save you time and money by reducing cycle times and increasing energy efficiency. O DIRTY OR DAMAGED EXHAUST DUCTS. Lint builds up in exhaust ducts over time. This decreases the airflow and makes the dryer work harder. Visually inspect your ducts fro
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I I VENTING THE DRYER (cont.) Routing and Connecting Ductwork Follow the guidelines below to maximize drying performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation in the ductwork. NOTE: Ductwork and fittings are NOT included and must be purchased separately. • Use 4 inches (102mm) diameter rigid or semi rigid metal ductwork. • The exhaust duct run should be as short as possible. • Use as few elbow joints as possible. • The male end of each section of exhaust duct must point away from the dryer. •
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I I LEVELING THE DRYER O Position the dryer in the final location. Place a level ,A WARNING across the top of the dryer. • All four leveling feet must rest solidly on the floor. • Wear gloves during installation. • Failure to follow these instructions can result Gently push on the top corners of the dryer to make sure that the dryer does not rock from corner to corner. in injury. • The appliances are heavy. Two or more people are required when installing the dryer. There is a risk of serious bac
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I I _REVERSING THE DOOR ,A WARNING: THE DRYER DOOR IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. Failure to follow the instructions below can result in damage to the dryer, property damage or personal injury. O Remove the 4 screws securing the hinges to the door O Open the door and remove the two plastic hole caps frame. Remove the two plastic cover caps on the side on the catch side by gently prying up with a flat blade opposite the hinges. Reinstall the hinges and cover screwdriver. Save these for step 6. caps on
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I I FINAL INSTALLATION CHECK Once you have completed the installation of the dryer Testing Dryer Heating and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation with GAS MODELS the following steps and tests. O Close the dryer door. O Is gas turned ON? (Gas Models only) O Press the Power button to turn the dryer on. O Is dryer plugged in? Dryer should always be plugged O Turn Cycle Selector Knob to Normal drying cycle. into the proper outlet. O Press the Cycle Selector Knob to start the dryer.
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I I WARNING" To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this dryer. CONTROL PANEL FEATURES CYCLE MODIFIER BUTTONS O POWER (On/Off) BUTTON O Press to turn the dryer ON. Press again to turn Use these buttons to modify the settings for the the dryer OFF. selected cycle. The lights above the buttons show the current selection. See page 24 for a complete NOTE: Pressing the Power button during
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I I OPERATING THE DRYER _I CLEAN THE LINT FILTER If the lint filter has not already been cleaned, lift out the filter and remove the lint from the last load. This will help ensure the fastest and most efficient drying perfor- mance. i : O LOAD THE DRYER Load the dryer with the wet laundry from the washer. If the load is extra large, you may need to divide it into smaller loads for proper performance and fabric care. !ll O TURN ON THE DRYER Press the POWER button to turn on the dryer. The cycle L
