Plan Vent System - Kenmore Elite HE4 110.8508 Series Use & Care Manual

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Improper venting can cause moisture
Indoors, which may result In:
• Moisture damage to woodwor1<, fumiture. paint.
wallpaper. carpets, etc.
• Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid metal vent is recommended
kinking.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when
the dryer is in its final position. Remove excess flexible metal vent
to avoid sagging and kinking that may resull in reduced airflow
and poor performance.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and
insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30.5 em) from the ground or
any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as
flowers, rocks or bushes, etc.).
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from the entire length
of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with
lint. Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid metal or
flexible metal vent.

Plan Vent System

'TYPical exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
Other installations are possible.
A
A
Dryer
B.Elbow
C. Wall
D. Exhaust hood
E. Clamps
F. Rigid metal or flexible metal \l'ent
G. Vent length necessary to connect elbows
H. Exhaust outlet
and lint to collect
to prevent crushing and
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Optional exhaust installations
This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, lelt
side, or through the bottom. Contact your local dealer to have the
dryer converted,
AWARNING
Cover unused exhaust
following kits:
279818 (white)
279915 (graphite)
279925 (biscuit)
280102 (pacific blue)
280103 (champagne)
280104 (sedona)
Contact your local dealer,
Failure to follow these Instructions
fire, electrlca' shock, or serious
A
A Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. Left or right side exhaust instBffBtion
C.
Bottom exhaust installation (not an option
with pedestaf instaflations)
Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. select the type best for
your installation. Two close-clearance
Refer to the manufacturer's
A
A.
Over- The- Top installation (also available with one
offset elbow)
B.
Periscope installation
NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate
installations are available for purchase. For further information,
please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME.
Fire Hazard
holes with one of the
can result In death.
Injury.
B
installations are shown.
instructions.
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