Table Of Contents; Important Safety Instructions - Kenmore 8027 - 7.3 cu. Ft. Electric Dryer Use And Care Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY MESSAGES .............................. 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............... 3-6
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Key Parts and Components .......................... 7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Key Dimensions and Specifications .................... 8
Location Requirements .............................. 8
Choose the Proper Location .......................... 8
Clearances .............................. 8
Installation with Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Kit..... 9
Optional Accessories .............................. 9
Gas Requirements .............................. 10
Connecting Gas Dryers ............................ 10,11
Electrical Requirements ............................. 12
Connecting Electric Dryers ......................... 12,13
Venting the Dryer .............................. 14,15
Leveling the Dryer .............................. 16
Reversing the Door Swing .......................... 16
Final Installation Check ............................. 17
HOW TO USE
Control Panel Features ............................. 18
Operating the Dryer ............................. 19
Cycle Guide ............................. 20
Sorting Loads ............................. 21
Loading the Dryer ............................. 21
Time and Status Display ............................ 22
Cycle Modifier Buttons ............................. 23
Cycle Options and Special Features ................... 24
Wrinkle Guard ............................. 24
Control Lock ............................. 24
Sanitize Cycle ............................. 24
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Regular Cleaning ............................. 25
Cleaning the Exterior ............................. 25
Cleaning the Interior ............................. 25
Maintaining the Ductwork ........................... 25
Cleaning the Lint Screen ............................ 25
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Before Calling Service ............................ 26-28
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Optional Accessories ............................. 29
Stacking Kit Installation ............................. 29
Pedestal Installation ............................. 30
Side venting kit installation .......................... 31
WARRANTY ............................. 32
In the space below, record the date of purchase, model,
and serial number of your product. You will find the
model and serial number printed on an identification
plate located inside the dryer door. Have thesejtems
of information available whenever you contact Sears
concerning your product.
Model No.
Date of Purchase
Serial No.
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for
future reference.
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Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmore <"_' product is designed and manufactured for
years of dependable operation. But like all products, it
may require preventive maintenance or repair from time
to time. That's when having a Master Protection Agreement
can save you money and aggravation.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the
life of your new product. Here's what the Agreement*
includes:
, Parts and labor needed to help keep products oper-
ating properly under normal use, not just defects.
Our coverage goes well beyond the product war=
ranty. No deductible, no functional failure excluded
from coverage--real protection.
, Expert service by a force of more than 10,000
authorized Sears service technicians, which means
someone you can trust will be working on your prod-
uct.
, Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as
often as you want us, whenever you want us.
, No-lemon guarantee--replacement of your covered
product if four or more product failures occur within
twelve months.
, Product replacement if your covered product can't
be fixed.
, Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your
request--no extra charge.
, Fast help by phone--we call it Rapid Resolution.
Phone support from a Sears representative on all
products. Think of us as a t alking owner s manual.
, Power surge protection against electrical damage
due to power fluctuations.
, $250 food loss protection annually for any food
spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any
covered refrigerator or freezer.
, Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered
product takes longer than promised.
,10% discount off the regular price of any non-cov-
ered repair service and related installed parts.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call
is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can
call anytime day or night or schedule a service appoint-
ment online.
The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free pur-
chase. If you cancel for any reason during the product
warranty period, we will provide a full refund, or a pro-
rated refund anytime after the product warranty period
expires. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement
today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information in the U.S.A.
call 1-800=827=6655.
*Coverage in Canada varies on some items.
For full details cail Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances,
garage door openers, water heaters, and other major
home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada, call
1-800-4-MY-HOM E _"_'.
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