Kenmore SENSOR SMART Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions page 18

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
be grounded. In the event of malfunc-
tion or breakdown, grounding will
reduce the risk of electric shock by
providing a path of least resistance for
electric current.
Your dryer has a power supply cord
with a 3 prong grounding plug. Never
remove the power supply cord ground
prong.
To help prevent electrical shock
hazard, the power supply cord must
be plugged into a mating 3 prong
grounded wall receptacle (grounded in
accordance with the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-Latest
Edition and local codes and
ordinances). If a mating wall
receptacle is not available, it is your
responsibility to have a properly
grounded, 3 prong wall receptacle
installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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This appliance must
D. CONNECT EXHAUST
A properly exhausted dryer will give
you the shortest drying time, lower
your utility bills, and extend the life
of the dryer.
wWARNING
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death or fire.
WARNING:
this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUT-
DOORS.
• Do not exhaust dryer into a chimney,
a wall, a ceiling, or a concealed space
of a building.
• The diameter of the heavy metal vent
must be 4 inches.
• Do not use an exhaust hood with a
magnetic latch.
• Dryer vent must not be connected or
secured with screws or other devices
which extend into the interior of the vent.
• If using an existing exhaust system,
disconnect vent from the dryer and
clean one section at a time until you
reach the exhaust hood. To clean out lint,
you can use the hose attachment
on your vacuum, or use a pole or wire
with a feather duster or rag attached.
• Make sure exhaust hood is not plugged
with lint. Follow the instructions in this
section to reinstall your vent system.
To reduce the risk of fire,