Kenmore 29" Installation Instructions Manual page 6

Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (460 ram) above the floor
for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
You will need:
[] A location allowing for proper exhaust installation.
See "Venting Requirements."
[] A separate 30 amp circuit for electric dryers.
[] A separate 15 or 20 amp circuit for gas dryers.
[] if you are using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet
located within 2 ft. (610 ram) of either side of dryer.
See "Electrical Requirements."
[] A sturdy floor to support dryer and a total weight (dryer and toad) of
200 Ibs. (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance
should also be considered.
[] Level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. If
slope is greater than 1" (25 ram), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part
Number 279810. If not level, clothes may not tumble properly and
automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45°F (7°C). At lower
temperatures, the dryer might not shut off: at the end of an automatic
cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be
exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation
of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters.
Contact your local building inspector.
NOTE: No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same
closet as a dryer.
installation clearances:
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.
Dr_,er Dimensions
_,_ 2g" -_
(737 turn)
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110; ram)
t
I/2ml
(13 mm)
•_ 2g" _
(737 ram) I
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4,33/a ''
(1102 ram)
1 lh"
(38 ram)
273/4. ___
(705 ram)
[
133/4"
(34g ram)
_---- 27a/4,, _
(705 ram)
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A B
A.Wide opening side-swing door
B. Wide opening hamper door
_Most installations require a minimum 51/2 '' (140 ram) clearance behind
the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See "Venting Requirements."
Installation Spacing
_,m¢' max; _--_in. _
I_ 14_ m (310cm)2=
[_ 24in._*-
._ (155cm) 2
1"'-_ _- 2g"-_l _- 1" -_h"*_ 2734"H5V2"_ e-
(25ram) (737mm) (25mm)(25mm)(705mm) (140ram)
A B
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
C. Closet door with vents
_f 3 I1_
_76mm)
(76mm)
_Required spacing
installation spacing for recessed area or closet
The dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed.
[] Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation
and servicing.
[] Additional clearances might be required for wall, door,
and floor moldings.
[] Additional spacing of 1" (25 ram) on all sides of the dryer
is recommended to reduce noise transfer.
[] For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation openings in
the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with
equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.
[] Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
NOTE: Leveling legs should be 1/2" (13 mm) (to match height of
3.6 cu. ft. capacity washer) or 11/2'' (38 mm) (to match height of
3.8 cu. ft. capacity washer).
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