Kenmore 6972 - 700 7.5 cu. Ft. Capacity Electric Dryer Installation Instructions Manual page 6

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
improper venting can cause moisture and lint to cotlect
indoors, which may resumt in:
[] Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, 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 to prevent crushing and 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 result 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 cm) 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.
Optional exhaust installations
This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left
side, or through the bottom. Contact your local dealer to have the
dryer converted.
Fire Hazard
Cover unused exhaust holes with one of the following
kits:
279818 (white)
279819 (ammond)
279915 (graphite}
279925 (biscuit)
Contact your Ioca_ dea{ero
Failure to follow these instructions can resumt in death,
fire, electricam shock, or serious injury.
Typical exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
Other installations are possible.
B
A. Dryer
B. Elbow
C. Wall
D. Exhaust hood
A B C
A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. Left or right side exhaust installation
C. Bottom exhaust installation
Alternate installations for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for
your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown.
Refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
A B
A. Over-The-Top installation (also available with one
offset elbow)
B. Periscope installation