Kenmore 796.81382410 Use & Care Manual page 15

VENTING THE DRYER (continued)
Routing and Connecting Ductwork
Follow the guidelines below to maximize dryer
performance and reduce lint buildup and condensation
in the ductwork.
NOTE: Transition duct (from dryer to wall) and fittings
are NOT included and must be purchased separately.
• Use 4 inch (102mm) diameter rigid or semi-rigid
metal duct.
• The exhaust duct run should be as short as possible.
• Use as few elbow joints as possible.
• The male end of each section of exhaust duct must
point away from the dryer. See figure on lower right of
page.
• Use duct tape on all joints. Never use screws.
• Insulate ducts that run through unheated areas in order
to reduce condensation and lint buildup on
duct surfaces.
• The total length of semi-rigid metal transition duct
should not exceed 8 ft. (2.4 m).
A WARNING:
Failure to follow these
guidelines will result in poor performance, product
failure, and/or result in fire or death.
IMPORTANT: Failure to exhaust the dryer, per the
guidelines included within these instructions, may
result in unsatisfactory dryer performance. All venting
and ductwork beyond the exterior of the dryer is the
responsibility of the consumer. Product failure, as a
result of improper venting, is not covered by the dryer
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Connecting the Dryer Vent
O Verify all ducts and elbows are clean and free
from any blockages.
Measure duct length. DO NOT exceed the
maximum length listed in the Duct Length Chart.
Connect dryer exhaust to existing duct.
• Only use duct tape or clamps.
• DO NOT use screws to secure ductwork.
• Use rigid or semi-rigid metal ducts.
• DO NOT use plastic or thin metal foil tubing
for ductwork.
• The male end of each elbow must always point in
the direction of the airflow.
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