Venting Requirements - Kenmore 110.81422 Use & Care Manual

VENTING REQUIREMENTS

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this Laundry Center
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.
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps
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may be used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended.
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 Laundry
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Center location.
Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may
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result in reduced airflow and poor performance.
Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
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The total length should not exceed 7-3/4 ft. (2.4 m).
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The length of flexible metal vent used must be included in the
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overall vent system design as shown in the "Vent System Chart".
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.
16
4"
(102 mm)
Exhaust hoods:
Must be at least 12" (305 mm) from ground or any object
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that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).
Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
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Recommended Styles:
Louvered Hood
Acceptable Style:
Angled Hood
Elbows:
45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
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Recommended Styles:
Good
Clamps:
Use clamps to seal all joints.
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Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws
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or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct
and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
Vent products can be purchased from your dealer. For further
information, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME
or visit our website at www.sears.com or www.sears.ca.
Box Hood
Better
® (1-800-469-4663)