Kenmore 29 IN. (73.7CM) Installation Instructions Manual page 8

5. Insert tabofterminal block cover i ntoslotofdryer r ear p anel.
Secure c over withhold-down screw.
6. Connect aseparate copper ground w ire from theexternal
ground c onnector screw toanadequate ground.
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1. External ground connector
2. Neutral grounding wire (green/yellow)
3. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
4. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metaB vent.
Do not use a pmastic vent.
Do not use a metam foil vent.
Failure to fo_mow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
WARNING; To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
4 in. (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFE
TM
venting products are recommended.
DURASAFF Mvent products can be purchased from your local
Sears store or Sears Service Center. For more information, call
1-800-4-MY-HOME ®(1-800-469-4663).
• The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, or a concealed space of a building.
• Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
• Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or
floors.
Use clamps to seal all joints. Exhaust vent must not be
connected or secured with screws or other fastening devices
which extend into the interior of the duct. Do not use duct
tape.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
_mproper venting can cause moisture and mintto collect
indoors, which may resumt in:
[] Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wall-
paper, 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 in. (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.
Typical exhaust installations
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
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1. Dryer
2. Elbow
3. Wall
4. Exhaust hood
5. Clamps
6. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
7. Vent length necessary to connect elbows
8. Exhaust outlet