Final Installation - Kenmore 796.71622310 Use & Care Manual

FINAL INSTALLATION CHECK
Once you have completed the installation of the dryer
and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation
with the following steps and tests.
@ Is gas turned on? (Gas models only)
Is dryer plugged in? Dryer should always be
plugged into the proper outlet.
Gas dryer should use a
120-VAC, 60-Hz. grounded
3-prong outlet.
Electric dryer should use a
4-wire connection which is
required for all mobile
and manufactured home
installations, as well as all new
construction after
January 1, 1996.
-- OR --
A 3-wire connection.
NOTE: A 3-wire connection
is NOT permitted on new
construction after
January 1, 1996.
Testing Dryer Heating
Close the dryer door.
Press the POWER button to turn the dryer on.
Turn the cycle selector knob to Normal drying cycle.
@ Press the START/PAUSE to start the dryer. Open the
dryer door and check that the air inside is warm
after three minutes,
NOTE: If all air is not purged from the gas line, the gas
igniter may turn off before the main burner ignites. If
this happens, the igniter will reattempt gas ignition until
all the air is purged from the gas line.
Checki ng Venting
The vent duct should be checked for lint buildup and
cleaned at least once per year. if any noticeable
reduction in drying performance occurs, check the duct
for obstructions and blockages.
Is the dryer transition duct connected? Make sure
the transition duct behind the dryer is properly
connected and is nat crushed or damaged.
Is dryer Once dryer is in its location,
level? the final
recheck the dryer to be sure it is level. Make sure it is
level front to back and side to side, and that all four
leveling feet rest firmly on the floor.
Is dryer heating norma!ly? following
the Perform the
dryer heating test.
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