Kenmore 7972 - 700 7.5 cu. Ft. Capacity Gas Dryer Installation Instructions Manual page 8

8. Form a " U " shape on the end of the drain hose with the
hose pointed toward the drain. Place the formed end in a
laundry tub or a standpipe and secure with a cable tie
provided in the enclosure package.
WATER WILL SYPHON FROM THE WASHER IF THE
ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED.
9. Remove the two (2) screws securing the dryer front access
panel to the dryer cabinet. Lift the panel until the tabs can
be disengaged from the cabinet. Remove the panel and set
aside.
10. Connect the exhaust duct to outside duct work. Use duct
tape to seal all joints.
11. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet.
NOTE: Check to ensure the power isoff at a circuit breaker/
fuse box before plugging the power cord into an outlet.
12. Turn on the power at a circuit breaker/fuse box.
Before operating the dryer, make
sure the dryer area is clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors. Also
see thatnothing (such as boxes, clothing, etc.) obstructs
the How of combustion and ventilation air.
13. Reinstall the dryer front access panel.
14. Run the washer and dryer though a cycle. Check for proper
operation.
NOTE: On gas dryers, before the burner will light, it is
necessary for the gas line to be bled of air. If the burner
does not lightwithin 45 seconds the first time the dryer
b turned on, the safety switch will shut the burner off.
If this happens, turn the timer to "OFF" and wait 5
minutes before making another attempt to light.
15. If your laundry center does not operate, please review the
"Avoid Service Checklist" located in your Owner's Guide
before calling for service.
16. Place these instructions in a location near the laundry
center for future reference.
NOTE: A wiring diagram is located behind the dryer front
access panel.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
If replacement parts are needed for your Laundry Center, call
Sears Parts and Service Toll Free Number 1-800-4-MY-HOMF M
(1-800-469-4663).
Destroy the carton, plastic bags, and metal
band after the laundry center is unpacked. Children might use
them for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic
sheets can become airtight chambers causing suffocation.
Place all materials in a garbage container or make materials
inaccessible to children.
Access
Panel
Screws
Label all wires prior to disconnection when
servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and
dangerous operation. Verify proper operation after servicing.
I__ The instructions in this manual and all other
literature included with this laundry center are not meant to
cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.
Good safe practice and caution MUST be applied when
installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Maximum benefits and enjoyment are achieved when all
the Safety and Operating instructions are understood and
practiced as a routine with your laundry tasks.