Kenmore 7703 - Elite Oasis 7.0 cu. Ft. Capacity Flat Back Gas Dryer Use And Care Manual page 8

• Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported
when the dryer is in its final location.
• Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and
kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor
performance.
• Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or
floors.
Elbows
45 ° elbows provide better airflow than 90 ° elbows.
Good Better
Clamps
• Use clamps to seal all joints.
• Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws
or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the
duct. Do not use duct tape.
Clamp
Exhaust
Recommended hood styles are shown here.
B
14 4,,4_1
(10.2 cm)
A. Louvered hood style
B. Box hood style
The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep 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, snow line, etc.).
• Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
[] Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper,
carpets, etc.
[] Housecleaning problems and health problems.
Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
Other installations are possible.
B
A .....................
/
A. Dryer E. Clamps
B. Elbow F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
C. Wall G. Vent length necessary to connect
D. Exhaust hood elbows
H. Exhaust outlet
Optional exhaust installations
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for
your installation.
Fire Hazard
Cover unused exhaust hole with the following kit:
8212503
Contact your local dealer.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, electrical shock, or serious injury.
This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the bottom. If you
prefer, you may contact your local dealer to have the dryer
converted. This dryer can also be exhausted from the rear to
either the right or left side. Optional kits for these exhaust
installations are needed. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions
for kit installation instructions.