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Kenmore 110C66012011 Installation Instructions Manual page 10

27" wide gas & electric dryer

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VENTING
Venting
Requirements
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent,
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT:
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Dryer exhaust must not be connected
into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, attic, crawlspace,
or a concealed
space of a building. Only rigid or flexible metal vent shall
be used for exhausting.
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Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust
vent and clamps may be used.
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Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid
metal
vent:
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Recommended
for best drying performance
and to avoid
crushing and kinking.
Flexible
metal
vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
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Must be fully extended and supported
in final dryer location.
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Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result
in reduced airflow and poor performance.
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Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.
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The total length should not exceed 7 3/4ft. (2.4 m).
NOTE:
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire
length of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged
with lint. Replace plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or
flexible metal vents. Review Vent system chart and if necessary,
modify existing vent system to achieve best drying performance.
Exhaust
hoods:
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Must be at least 12" (305 ram) from ground or any object
that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).
(102 ram)
Recommended styles:
Acceptable styles:
A, Louvered hood
C. Angled hood
B. Box hood
Elbows:
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45° elbows provide better airflow than 90° elbows.
Be
Clamps:
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Use clamps to seal all joints.
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Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws
or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct
and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
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.
See "Venting Kits" for more information.
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