Kenmore 796.8127 Series Use & Care Manual page 2

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS .................... 3-6
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS ................................... 4
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
Connecting Gas Dryers ............................................ 10
Gas Requirements (Gas Models Only) .............. 10-11
Electrical Requirements ..................................... 10&12
Connecting Electrical 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 ......................................................... 20-21
Sorting Loads ............................................................. 22
Loading the Dryer ..................................................... 22
Time and Status Display .......................................... 23
Cycle Modifier Buttons ............................................ 24
Cycle Options and Special Features ...................... 25
Wrinkle Guard .................................................... 25
Control Lock ........................................................ 25
My Cycle .............................................................. 25
Damp Dry Signal ................................................. 25
Installing and Using the Drying Rack ...................... 25
USER MAINTENANCE iNSTRUCTiONS
Regular Cleaning ..................................................... 26
Cleaning the Exterior ......................................... 26
Cleaning the Interior .......................................... 26
Cleaning Around and Under the Dryer ........... 26
Cleaning the Lint Filter ...................................... 26
Maintaining the Exhaust System ............................. 27
KENMORE CONNECT ................................................. 28
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Before Calling for Service ................................. 29-31
WARRANTY ................................................................... 32
SERVICE .......................................................... Back Cover
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 these items 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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