Electrical Requirements; Venting; Venting Requirements - Kenmore 110.70012 Series Use & Care Manual

Electrical Requirements

120 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused electrical
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supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. It is also recommended that a separate
circuit serving only this dryer be provided.
Electrical Connection
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Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
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This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a quali ed electrician or service representative
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with
the dryer: if it will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a quali ed electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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VENTING

Venting Requirements

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT:
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed
space of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall
be used for exhausting.
Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust
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vent and clamps may be used. DURASAFE™
venting products are recommended and are
available from your local Sears store or Sears
Service Center.
DURASAFE™ vent products can be
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purchased from your dealer. For further
information, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME
(1-800-469-4663) or visit our Internet site at:
www.sears.com.
Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
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Rigid metal vent:
Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid
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crushing and kinking.
Flexible metal vent:
(Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.
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Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in
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reduced airflow and poor performance.
Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
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The total length should not exceed 7
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NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire
length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged
with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or
flexible metal vents. Review Vent System Chart and if necessary,
modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance.
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3 / ft. (2.4 m).
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