Kenmore HE4 110.9508 Series Use & Care Manual page 7

GROUNDING iNSTRUCTiONS
• For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or
breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This dryer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
WARNING:
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative
or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the
dryer: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Explosion Hazard
Use a new AGA or CSA approved gas supply line.
install a shut=off valve.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
(f connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 13" (33 cm) water
column.
Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel,
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Gas Type
Natural gas:
This dryer is equipped for use with Natural gas. It is design-
certified by CSA International for LP (propane or butane) gases
with appropriate conversion.
• Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in
your home. Burner information is located on the rating plate
in the door well of your dryer. If this information does not
agree with the type of gas available, contact your local Sears
store or Sears Service Center.
LP gas conversion:
Conversion must be made by a qualified technician.
No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas
specified on the model/serial rating plate for use with a different
gas without consulting your gas company.
Gas supply line
• r/2" IPS pipe is recommended.
• 3/8"approved tubing is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft
(6.1 m) if local codes and gas supplier permit.
• Must include w' NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible
for test gauge connection, immediately upstream of the gas
connection to the dryer. (See illustration).
• Must include a shutoff valve:
An individual shutoff valve must be installed within 6 feet
(1.8 m) of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1. The location should be easy to reach for
opening and closing.
A C E
B D
A. %" flexible gas connector
B. _" pipe to flare adapter fitting
C. _" NPT minimum plugged tapping
D. _/p" NPT gas supply line
E. Gasshutoff valve
Gas supply connection requirements
• For close clearances, a %" to %" elbow is recommended to
prevent kinking of the gas line.
• Use only pipe joint compound. Do not use TEFLON _t tape.
There are many methods by which your gas dryer can be
connected to the gas supply. Listed here are some guidelines for
two different methods of connection.
Option 1 (Recommended method)
Flexible stainless steel gas connector:
• If local codes permit, use a new flexible stainless steel gas
connector (Design Certified by CSA International) to connect
your dryer to the rigid gas supply line. Use an elbow and a
%" flare x %" NPT adapter fitting between the stainless steel
gas connector and the dryer gas pipe, as needed to prevent
kinking.
Option 2 (Alternate method)
Approved aluminum or copper tubing:
• Lengths under 20 ft (6.1 m) can use 3/8"approved tubing (if
codes and gas supplier permit).
• If you are using Natural gas, do not use copper tubing.
• %" flare x %" NPT adapter fitting between dryer pipe and
%" approved tubing.
• Lengths over 20 ft (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and a
different size adapter fitting.
• If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, %" LP
compatible copper tubing can be used. If the total length of
the supply line is more than 20 ft (6.1 m), use larger tubing.
NOTE: Pipe joint compounds that resist the action of LP gas
must be used. Do not use TEFLON _ tape.
1-®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.