KitchenAid 3395322 Clothes Dryer User Manual
Contents
1. Gas Dryer weer installation Instructions IMPORTANT Read and save these instructions IMPORTANT Installer Leave tele Instructions with the homeow Homeowner Keep Installation Instructions for future reference Save Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector s use Part No 3395322 Rev B H 93 Before you start A WARNING Fire Hazard For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life Do Not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do Not try to light any appliance Do Not touch any electrical switch Do Not use any phone in your building e Clear the room building or area of all occupants Immediately call your gas supplier froma neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Never install dryer up against draperies or curtains or on carpet Keep any and all items from falling or collecting behind the dryer Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier or 10 4 A adjustable lt wrench f flat blade wrench screwdriver You need these tools to install your gas A dryer Get them toget2. The exhaust duct can be routed up down left right or straight out of the back of the dryer Detailed space requirements can be found in Recessed and closet installation instructions on the back cover Metal flexible duct should be fully extended and supported when the dryer is in final position DO NOT KINK OR CRUSH THE DUCT The metal flexible duct must be completely open to allow adequate exhaust air to flow An exhaust hood should cap the exhaust duct to prevent exhausted air from returning into dryer The outlet of the hood must be at least 12 inches from the ground or anything else that may be in the path of the exhaust A 4 inch outlet hood is preferred however a 2 1 2 inch outlet may be used with short systems only This outlet creates greater back pressure than other hood types The exhaust outlet is located at the bottom center back of the dryer Detailed space requirements can be found in the Recessed and closet installation instructions on the back cover and on back panel of dryer The maximum length of the exhaust system depends upon the type of duct used number of elbows and type of exhaust hood The maximum length for both rigid and flexible duct is shown in chart B Cc MAXIMUM LENGTH OF 4 DIA RIGID METAL DUCT MAXIMUM LENGTH OF 4 DIA FLEXIBLE METAL DUCT The maximum length using a 2 x 6 rectangular duct with 2 elbows and a 2 1 2 exhaust hood is 8 ft For exhaust
3. systems not covered by the exhaust length chart see Service Manual Part No 603197 available from your local parts distributor Service check The back pressure in any exhaust system used must not exceed 0 6 inches of water column measured with an incline manometer at the point that the exhaust duct connects to the dryer Now start with dryer in laundry area 1 Take tape off front corners of dryer Open dryer and remove the literature and oa parts packages If dryer has a drying rack it should be removed also Remove all parts from the plastic packages Line these up next to your tools so each part is there when you need it Check to see that you have these parts Remove the tape that holds the drum to the cabinet Some dryer drums are not taped for shipping Move the drum by hand to make certain all tape has been removed Wipe the interior of the drum thoroughly with a damp cloth before using the dryer Remove the tape from the lint screen Take two of the cardboard corners from the carton and place them on the floor in back of the dryer gently lay it on its back on the cardboard corners 5 Firmly grasp the body of the dryer and With one of the legs in hand check the ridges for a diamond marking That s how far the leg is supposed to go into the hole Start to screw the legs into the holes by hand A little liquid detergent to lubricate the legs will help Use a 1 wrench or s
4. under dryer 1 inch Protection from the weather Proper operation of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45 F or the dryer may not shut off when automatic cycles are used This appliance is suitable for mobile home installations The installation of the dryer must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 For mobile home use this appliance MUST be fastened to the floor and MUST be exhausted to the outside Order Mobile Home Installation Kit No 346765 from your KitchenAid dealer Kit includes the necessary fastening hardware and Installation Instructions Exhaust system hardware is also available through your dealer This installation must conform with American National Standard National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 2223 1 latest edition and all local codes and ordinances Input ratings shown on the serial rating plate are for elevations up to 2 000 feet For elevations above 2 000 feet ratings are reduced at a rate of 4 for each 1 000 feet of sea level Gas supply requirements A WARNING Fire Hazard e This dryer must be connected to a regulated gas supply Failure to do so could cause high pressure gas release resulting in a fire or explosion e Have the L P gas checked by a qualified person before installing the dryer The L P gas supply must not e
5. 2 wi 5 a A 7 w f yE A 4 3 A 5 a f Hy as A side view front view TO PREVENT LARGE AMOUNTS OF LINT AND MOISTURE FROM ACCUMULATING TO MAINTAIN DRYING EFFICIENCY AND TO PREVENT EXPOSURE TO POSSIBLE HEALTH HAZARDS THIS MACHINE MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS Additional clearances for wall door and tloor moldings may be required Opening is minimum for closet door Louvered door with equivalent air openings is acceptable Additional space is needed when external exhaust elbow is used Companion appliance spacings should be considered Detailed space requirements can be found on the label located on the back panel of dryer NOTE No other fuel burning appliance may be installed in the same closet Part No 3395322 Rev A If you need service In the event your KitchenAid appliance should ever need service call the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance or a KitchenAid authorized service company A KitchenAid authorized service company is listed in the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory under Appliances Major Service or Repair You can also obtain the service company s name and telephone number by dialing free within the continental United States the KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center telephone 1 800 422 1230 A special operator will tell you the name and number of your nearest KitchenAid authorized service company Maintain the quality built into your Kit
6. Use exhaust hoods with magnetic latches e Check that exhaust system is not longer than specified Exhaust systems longer than specified will Accumulate lint Shorten the life of the dryer Reduce performance resulting in longer drying times and increased energy usage Failure to follow specifications may result in a fire Do Not exhaust dryer into a chimney furnace cold air duct attic or crawl space or any other duct used for venting e Clean the exhaust system every other year e Do Not install flexible duct in enclosed walls ceilings or floors Accumulated lint could result in a fire or cause moisture damage e Exhaust the dryer outside to prevent exposure to substances in the gas fuels and combustion which may be harmful to your health The moisture and lint indoors may cause FIRE HAZARD from lint collected in dryer Moisture damage to woodwork furniture paint wallpaper carpet etc House cleaning problems and possible health problems Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire damage or personal injury Panel B Use duct tape to seal all joints For mobile home installation the dryer must have an outside exhaust f you exhaust the dryer through the floor and the area under your mobile home is enclosed the exhaust system must terminate outside the enclosed area Extension beyond the enclosure will prevent lint and moisture build up under the mobile home
7. aulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood 77 Plug the power supply cord into the grounded outlet 4 5 Turn the dryer on to remove air from the gas supply line Using a full heat cycle not the air cycle let the dryer run for at least five minutes f the burner does not ignite and you can feel no heat inside the dryer shut off the dryer for five minutes timer control knob Check that the gas supply line shutoff valve is in ON position Repeat the five minute test tools you started with in Step A 4 6 Check to make sure you have all the e Panel A To get the most efficient use from your new dryer read your KitchenAid Use and Care Guide Keep Installation Instructions and Guide close to dryer for easy reference 48 sq in Recessed and _ closet installation instructions 4 WARNING Fire Health Hazard Exhaust the dryer to the outside to prevent exposure to substances in the gas fuels and combustion by products which may be harmful to your health Failure to do so may result in a fire or health hazard The following installation spacings and door air openings for the dryer are possible when installed and exhausted as noted Spacing as indicated is in inches and is minimum allowable For ease of installation and service additional spacing should be considered recessed front view closet door LA M HI 2 k A
8. cated in the same room as the dryer and should be in a location that allows ease of opening and closing Do Not block access to shutoff valve If the dryer is installed in a confined area such as a bedroom bathroom or closet provision must be made for enough air for combustion and ventilation Check governing codes and ordinances Also refer to the Recessed and closet installation instructions on the back cover If local codes permit it is recommended that new flexible metal tubing design certified by the American Gas Association be used for connecting the appliance to the gas supply line The gas pipe which extends through the lower rear of the appliance has 3 8 inch male pipe thread G a If rigid pipe is used as a gas supply line a combination of pipe fittings must be used to obtain an in line connection to the dryer Make sure that lower edges of the cabinet plus the back and bottom sides of the dryer are free of obstructions to permit adequate clearance of air openings for combustion air See Recessed and closet installation instructions on the back cover for minimum spacing requirements For ease of installation operating and servicing if ever needed adequate space should be provided around the dryer A 1 8 inch NPT plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection must 4 be installed immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the dryer The dryer and its individ
9. chenAid appliance call a KitchenAid authorized service company Part No 3395322 Rev B 1993 KitchenAid Registered Trademark of KitchenAid If dryer does not operate properly If dryer will not operate check to be sure that A Power supply cord is connected B The house fuse has not blown or circuit breaker has not tripped C Door is closed D Controls are set in a running or ON position E Start button has been pushed firmly F Gas supply line shutoff valve is open When moving the dryer Disconnect the power supply cord and tape securely to dryer Shut off the gas supply valve controls in the gas supply line e Disconnect gas pipe fittings from dryer and cap thegas supply line Tape the drum to the front panel Tape the dryer door lint screen lid and end of dryer gas pipe e Adjust leveling legs all the way in Before installing your dryer in your new home check with your gas supplier or dealer to see that your dryer is equipped with the correct burner for the particular type of gas in your new home Bumer information may be found on the seriaV rating plate in the door well of the dryer Prepared by KitchenAid St Joseph Michigan 49085 If you need assistance The KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center will answer any questions about operating or maintaining your dryer not covered in the Installation Instructions and Use and Care Guide The KitchenAid Consumer Assistanc
10. e Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Just dial 1 800 422 1230 the call is free When you call you will need the dryer model number and serial number Both numbers can be found on the serial rating plate located on the door well of the dryer amp Printed on recycled paper 10 post consumer waste 50 recovered materials Printed in U S A
11. her in one place to keep track of them Check the spot where you re going to install the dryer proper installation is your responsibility The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and or weather Make sure you have everything necessary for proper installation e Code requirements Some codes keep from or limit installation of clothes dryers in garages closets mobile homes and sleeping quarters Check with your local building inspector 4 WARNING Fire Hazard If you install the dryer in a garage carport or areas near vehicles where fumes from gasoline or other flammable materials may be present the vapors may be heavier than air and remain near floor Place dryer a minimum of 18 inches above floor Check with your building inspector regarding requirements for this installation Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion Important Observe all governing codes and ordinances e Utilities Proper gas and electric supply connections should be available Exhaust requirements A four inch metal exhaust duct is required LOCATION S DRY cover art max 27 3 4 max Panel A 1 socket e Size Must be large enough to fully open dryer door For recessed or closet installation spacing see back cover Support The floor must be able to support the appliance weight of 175 pounds e Level floor Maximum floor slope
12. ocket to finish turning the legs until you reach the diamond mark CAUTION Floor Damage Slide dryer onto cardboard or hardboard before moving across floor Failure to do so may cause damage to floor covering Numbers correspond to steps Move the dryer close to its final location To make sure the dryer is level take a carpenter s level and place it on the top of the dryer first side to side then front to back If the dryer is not level adjust the legs of the dryer up or down Remove the red cap from the gas pipe Move the dryer into its final position 1 Connect gas supply to dryer Use pipe joint compound resistant to the action of LP gas for gas connections If flexible metal tubing is used be certain there are no kinks 4 Open the shutoff valve in the gas supply line A WARNING Fire Hazard Do Not use an open flame to test for leaks from gas connections Checking for leaks with a flame may result in a fire or explosion Panel C Tt N R NN SR Ae ree Use a brush and liquid detergent to test all external gas connections for leaks Bubbles around connections will indicate a leak If a leak appears shut off gas valve controls and adjust connections Then check connections again 1 3 To exhaust a the dryer see Exhaust requirements Connect exhaust duct to exhaust hood Use duct tape to seal all joints in exhaust duct Use c
13. ot use an extension cord with this appliance e Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Failure to flow these instructions could result in serious injury or death is used it is recommended that qualified electrician determine that the grounding path is adequate A 120 volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused electrical supply is required Time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided Recommended grounding method For your personal safety this appliance must be grounded This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating 3 pron 3 prong grounding 3 prong grounding grounding type wall receptacle type wall receptacle plug x grounded in accordance with the power National Electrical SUPPly Code ANS NFPA t 70 latest edition and Wa all local codes and grounding ordinances If a mating prong wall receptacle is not available it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician Exhaust requirements 4 WARNING Fire Health Hazard Do Not use non metal flexible duct e Do Not use metal duct smaller than four inches in diameter e Do Not
14. ual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system The dryer shutoff valve and wiring diagram K are located behind the front panel These items should only be accessed by a qualified service technician as follows 4 WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect from electrical supply before removing front panel Do not operate dryer without panel secured in place Failure to follow these instructions could result in electrical shock or death 1 Remove lint screen and set aside 2 Remove two screws from lint screen area 3 Raise top by pulling forward and up at each front corner top is hinged at rear 4 Remove two internal screws from upper front panel flanges and lift panel off lower clips 5 Remove door switch leads if necessary and set panel aside 6 Reassemble in reverse order Electrical requirements 4 WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard e Electrical ground is required on this appliance elf cold water pipe is interrupted by plastic non metallic gaskets or other insulating materials Do Not use for grounding e Do Not ground to a gas pipe Do Not modify the power supply cord plug If it does not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician e Do Not have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit A fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit could result in an electrical shock Do N
15. xceed a pressure of 13 water column e New flexible tubing should be used Reusing old flexible tubing might result in possible leaks or fire hazard Failure to follow these instructions may result in fire or explosion OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES First make certain that this dryer is equipped with the correct burner for the A e particular type of gas in the home Burner information will be found on the serial rating plate in door well of the appliance If this information does not agree with the type of gas available see your dealer This is equipped for use with NATURAL GAS Itis certified by A G A for manufactured and L P propane or butane gases with appropriate conversion No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance from the gas specified on the serial rating plate for use with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier Conversion must be done by a qualified service technician Gas conversion kit part numbers are listed on the gas valve burner base Provide a rigid gas supply line to the dryer location When rigid pipe is used it should be 1 2 inch IPS C When acceptable to ine gas supplier 3 8 inch approved tubing may be used for lengths under 20 feet For lengths over 20 feet larger tubing should be used Pipe joint compounds resistant to the action of LP gas must be used The supply line shall be equipped with a shutoff valve This valve should be lo
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search