Kenmore 417.8413 Clothes Dryer User Manual
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1. On the Guides tab you can browse descriptions of each wash cycle view details of cycle settings options and systems settings and follow directions on how to manage Users Preferences 5 System Settings On the System Settings tab you can adjust the Chime set ting from Off to Loud and adjust the display brightness for ease of viewing in your installation setting Using the lower buttons you may change the interface language run the Install Cycle reset the unit to factory defaults or calibrate the touch screen Operating Instructions Dryer Settings Chart These temperatures dryness levels and options are available with the following cycles Dry Level a ions Pavone EA EA E w EA E Damp Dry Signal oft Hea Available selection v 12 Other Features Drying Rack Use the drying rack to dry items which should not be tumble dried Fold down the metal support on the back of the rack and slowly extend the rack until the lock tabs click into place Insert the rack into the dryer drum resting the back support on the moisture sensor bars and the front legs on each side of the lint filter slot Extend rack until tabs click Press tabs down to collapse rack2. Check to make sure supply valve is open See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for procedure See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Refill or replace tank Dryer should heat when utility service is restored Make sure all lint has been removed from the dryer lint filter before starting each cycle Exhaust duct must be at least 4 inches in diameter and made of rigid or semi rigid metal When in place the duct must have no more than four 90 bends and must not exceed length listed in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Drying time will be 20 longer than drying on a 240 volt circuit See Operating Instructions Clean out any obstruction Use a dehumidifier near the dryer Immediately inspect your venting system and make any repairs or perform any cleaning procedures necessary Do not overload See Operating Instructions Remove items as soon as cycle ends See Operating Instructions Follow fabric care label instructions Always remove foreign objects from pockets before laundering Remove objects from drum and restart dryer lt may be necessary to sew a scrap of material securely around ornaments before drying to prevent scratching and damage to the dryer Drum damage caused by foreign objects or permanently attached items is not covered by the warranty 18 Solutions to Common Problems Avoid Service Checklist continued DISPLAYED IN LCD Check Exhaust Displayed during or at the end of a full cycle Check Exhau
3. Select this Auto Dry cycle for silks and other very deli cate items Steam may not necessarily be visible inside drom Sanitize during the Steam Refresh cycle Select this Auto Dry cycle for durable fabrics and towels to remove harmful bacteria from your clothing or other items where sanitization is desired t is not recommended to use fabric softener sheets with Steam Cycles or Options as it may cause staining NOTE on clothes Steam may not be present during entire cycle This cycle has been certified by NSF International f Express Dry an independent third party testing and certification l Select this timed cycle to quickly dry small loads in 18 organization dedicated to public health safety and minutes i environmental protection Touch Up Select Touch Up to help remove wrinkles from clean and NSF Protocol P154 dry items that were not taken from the dryer at the end NSF Sanitization Performance of of the cycle lt provides approximately 10 minutes of Residential Clothes Dryers tumbling followed by a 5 minute cool down period Timed Dry To manually select the drying time for any load scroll to select to Timed Dry Select the appropriate drying time with the drying time button on the setting panel This option will kill 99 9 of bacteria with no carryover of bacteria between loads A higher temperature is required Please check fabric care labels to prevent damage Bulky Bedding Sele
4. rear support moisture sens ing bars Place items to be dried on top of the rack leaving space between items and not allowing them to hang over the sides or through the holes The weight should not exceed 10 Ibs 4 5 kg Select Timed Dry with Air Fluff option for items containing plastic foam rubber rubber like materi als feathers or down When items are dry remove the rack push the two center tabs to collapse the rack and fold up the back support Store the drying rack in a convenient location 13 Operating Instructions Reversible Door Your dryer is equipped with a reversible door The door can be hinged on the right or left side E NOTE uu For step by step instructions on DOOR REVERSAL refer to the Installation Instructions supplied with this dryer Check Exhaust The Check Exhaust feature may alert you to performance characteristics that are indicative of poor airflow through your venting system If such a situation occurs a Check Exhaust warning will be displayed during the remain der of the cycle You should immediately unplug your dryer and inspect your venting system Make any repairs or perform any cleaning procedures necessary Also call 1 800 4 MY HOME for information regarding duct clean ing services offered through Sears IMPORTANT The Check Exhaust feature is not intended to replace the requirements for scheduled vent inspection and routine mainte
5. door Load items loosely The average wet load will fill the drum 1 3 to 1 2 full Items need room to tumble freely for even drying and less wrinkling f desired place a dryer fabric softener sheet on top of the load at the beginning of the cycle To save energy and time and avoid uneven drying and wrinkling do not overload the dryer When drying large items dry only two or three items at a time Fill out the load with small and medium sized items For delicate or very small loads add two or three similar items to improve tumbling action 4 Select the appropriate cycle and settings for each load Over drying can cause wrinkles shrinkage lint harshness and a build up of static electricity Press the POWER button turn on the unit Scroll in either direction to select the cycle desired The estimated cycle time suitable drying temperature dryness level and the number of options will auto matically be indicated for the cycle selected See the Dryer Settings Chart for more details To change the settings press the Temperature or Dry Level buttons to enter the cycle settings screen Make your desired adjustments and press the Back button To change options press the Options button to enter the options screen A check mark will indicate each option has been selected To deselect an option sim ply press a checked option and the check mark will be removed E NOTE To provide the best c
6. fabrics can occur Do not obstruct the flow of ventilating air Do not stack or place laundry or throw rugs against the front or back of the dryer Do not spray any type of aerosol into on or near dryer at any time Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product Do not continue to use the dryer is you hear squeaking grinding rubbing or other unusual noises This could be a sign of mechanical breakdown and lead to fire or serious injury Contact a qualified technician immediately Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire explosion serious bodily injury and or damage to the rubber or plastic parts of the dryer Important Safety Instructions PROTECT CHILDREN Do not allow children to play on or in the dryer Close supervision of children is necessary when the dryer is used near children As children grow teach them the proper safe use of all appliances Destroy the carton plastic bag and other packing ma terials after the dryer is unpacked Children might use them for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers Keep laundry products out of children s reach To prevent personal injury observe all warnings on product labels Before the dryer is removed from service or discarded remove the dryer door to prevent accidental entrapment Failure to comply with these warning
7. in use for a period of time or after a heavy load has remained in the dryer drum for an extended period creating a temporary flat spot on the edge of the roller The noise should dissipate as the dryer operates and any flat spots smooth out AIR FLOW SYSTEM Your dryer is equipped with a high volume air handling system In some installations there may be some sounds associated with air movement throughout the dryer including the air duct blower and exhaust system This is normal and can vary with load size and type GAS VALVE Gas models only The flow of gas is controlled by electric solenoids During operation there may be a clicking sound as the valve opens and closes to control the gas flow GAS BURNER Gas models only When the burner is operating there may be sounds generated as the air flow mixes with the gas flame This noise is normal and will only occur when the gas is ignited in the combustion tube 15 AN CAUTION Do not continue to use the dryer if you hear squeaking grinding rubbing or other unusual noises This could be a sign of mechanical breakdown and lead to fire or serious injury Contact a qualified technician immediately Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning AN WARNING FIRE HAZARD A clothes dryer produces combustible lint The dryer must be connected to an outdoors exhaust Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove a
8. GER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury A WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury AN CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury E IMPORTANT e IMPORTANT indicates installation Speralicm or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related Save these instructions for future reference 240 v Electric Dryer cord must be installed on electric dryers not fused 30 amp provided with unit except those manufactured for sale in Canada fused 30 amp Important Safety Instructions 120 v Gas Dryer Grounding type wall receptacle Do not under ahy circumstances cut remove or bypass the Z Power cord with 3 prong grounded plug Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock Do not use an adaptor plug or extension cord or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury fire or death 4 WARNING RISK OF FIRE To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons when using this dryer comply with the basic warnings listed below Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t fo
9. IBLE CAUSE Electrical power cord is not securely plugged in or plug may be loose House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Thermal limiter tripped There are 2 house fuses in the dryer circuit If 1 of the 2 fuses is blown the drum may turn but the heater will not operate electric models Gas supply valve is not open gas models Dryer does not have enough air supply to support the burner flame gas models LP gas supply tank is empty or there has been a utility interruption of natural gas gas models Lint filter is clogged with lint Exhaust duct requirements have not been met Electric dryer is connected to a 208 volt circuit Drying procedures have not been followed Outside exhaust hood or exhaust duct may be clogged or restricted High humidity Check Exhaust alerts have been overlooked and the dryer shuts down after a few minutes Dryer is overloaded Items left in dryer too long Insufficient sorting of items Drying temperature too high Foreign objects such as coins pins clips or buttons are inside the dryer Permanently attached items such as belt buckles zippers and fasteners may be hitting the inside of the drum SOLUTION Make sure the plug fits tightly in wall outlet Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Make sure electrical line is not overloaded and the dryer is on a separate circuit Call Sears or another qualified service dealer for replacement Replace fuse
10. Use amp Care Guide Gu a de Uso y Cuidado Guide d utilisation et d entretien English Espa ol Fran ais Models Modelos Mod les 4178413 4179413 IKenmore Elite Front Load Dryer Secadora a Cargo Frontal S cheuse Chargement Frontal Color number n mero de color le num ro de couleur P N 137413300 A 1012 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www kenmore com www sears com Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2C3 www sedrs cd tn Record Model Serial Numbers The model and serial numbers of your washer are found on the washer serial plate located on the inside of the door Record and retain these numbers Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date A WARNING For your safety the following information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage personal injury or death 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 Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occupants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions f you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installati
11. amily pur poses this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty covers only defects in material and work manship Sears will NOT pay for 1 Expendable items that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts light bulbs and bags 2 A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance 3 A service technician to clean or maintain this product 4 Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product 5 Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose 6 Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product 7 Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Customer s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein Im plied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages Some states and provinces do not allow the e
12. are for your laundry not every setting or option is available with every cycle If a setting or option is not available for the cycle selected the indicator will not light 5 Start the cycle Close the door and press P START The dryer will not operate with the door open A pop up window will be displayed as a reminder to close the door To change the cycle once the cycle has begun press POWER to cancel the current cycle press POWER to turn on unit again select a new cycle and press P START again To add or remove items when the dryer is running open the door The dryer will stop when the door is opened Allow the drum to come to a complete stop before reaching inside Close the door and press START to resume the cycle A signal will sound at the end of the cycle if the Chime preference is activated 6 When the cycle ends remove items immedi ately and hang or fold Ed IMPORTANT Clean the lint filter after every load Normal Operating Sounds You may or may not hear the following sounds from your new dryer A WATER VALVE The flow of water is controlled by electric o solenoids During operation there may be a clicking sound as the valve opens and closes to control the water flow SUSPENSION ROLLERS The dryer drum is supported by a set of suspension rollers At times there may be a thumping or rolling sound when the dryer starts This may happen if the dryer has not been
13. con again i Control Lockout Press amp Hold 2 To lock the controls between or during cycles press and hold the ty Control Lockout icon for 5 seconds Press the large lock icon to unlock the controls when you are ready to operate the washer Use this feature to reduce the likeli hood of accidental operation by children Y Save MyCycle 3 Customize and save your most used cycles with your pre ferred settings and options Press Save for up to three custom YY MyCycles The customized cycle will be saved to the active User If you have populated all three avail able YY MyCycles you will be asked which one you would like to overwrite if you request to save another the adjustments will not automatically be saved You must press Save again to retain the adjustments If you pause a YY MyCycle and adjust options or settings n Operating Instructions User 4 Manage users by pressing the User icon on the Home screen Ci Up to three Users are available Within the Manage Users screen you may clear Users change User icons or delete Y MyCycles within a particular user t Preferences 5 Guides Enter the Preferences screen by pressing the amp Prefs icon on the Home screen DA om ad or e an ATIS
14. ct this Auto Dry cycle to dry bedding and bulky Because this is not an Auto Dry cycle you will not be able to select a dryness level items such as comforters blankets sleeping bags and Y MyCycle parkas Choose on of your three most used cycles preloaded with Casual your favorite settings and options Up to three users can Select this cycle to dry cottons blends and permanent each have three favorite MyCycles press items with a no iron finish See Save MyCycle in the Home Screen Options sec Mixed Load tion of this guide for instructions on customizing up to 3 Select this Auto Dry cycle to dry loads containing a mix cycles of fabrics Operating Instructions Cycle Settings Appropriate drying Temperature and Dryness Level will au tomatically be displayed for each cycle The settings can be changed before the cycle is started ge E To adjust cycle settings press any of the settings buttons to navigate to the cycle settings screen Scroll through the tem perature dry level or drying time selections by pressing the up or down arrows corresponding to each setting To protect your fabrics not all settings are available with every cycle Only the settings available for a particular cycle will be displayed After you have made the desired adjustments press the Back button to return to the home screen or P START to begin the cycle E NOTE To change the settings after the cycle starts press pil PAUSE _an
15. d then press the Cycle Settings button Adjust the settings and press gt START to resume the cycle DRYING TEMPERATURE DRY LEVEL Auto Dry Extra High Select the Normal dry level for most Auto Dry cycles Recommended for towels and heavy duty loads Occasionally a load may seem too damp or over dried High at the end of the cycle To increase drying time for similar Recommended for durable fabrics loads in the future select a higher setting For loads requir Medium High ing less drying time select a lower setting Recommended for most cotton fabrics Select Damp Dry for items you wish to partially dry before hanging or ironing Medium Recommended for wrinkle free easy care lightweight fabrics and bulky loads DRYING TIME Timed Dry Medium Low Press the time button to select from 1O to 90 minutes of Recommended for knits drying time in 10 minute increments This setting is only Low available with the Timed Dry cycle Recommended for delicate fabrics Air Only This setting no heat can only be used with a Timed Dry cycle to dry items containing feathers down foam rub ber plastics or rubber like materials to refresh clothing stuffed animal pillows or blankets and to dust draperies Operating Instructions Cycle Options Appropriate Options will automatically be displayed for each cycle The number of options selected will be displayed numeri cally on the Options button Options can be added or deleted before th
16. e cycle is started To adjust options press the Options button to navigate to the options screen To add options press the corresponding options buttons Selected options will be highlighted To delete options press the corresponding options buttons again To protect your fabrics not all options are available with every cycle If an option is not available with a particular cycle it is faded out Occasionally options in the same cycle will conflict with each other such as Soft Heat and Air Dry When this hap pens the option selected first will cause the conflicting option to not be selectable After you have made the desired adjustments press the Back button to return to the home screen or gt START to begin the cycle E NOTE To change the options after the cycle starts press Il PAUSE and then press the Cycle Settings button Adjust the settings and press P START to resume the cycle Wrinkle Guard Select Wrinkle Guard if the dried load might not be removed promptly at the end of the cycle The dry load will continue tumbling without heat to help reduce wrinkling When Chime is selected a beep will be heard periodically The load may be removed any time during Wrinkle Guard Soft Heat Select the Soft Heat option to protect a load from exces sive heat which can lead to shrinking and over drying The drying temperature will be gradually reduced as the load dries Add Steam The Add Steam option injects s
17. er Apply first to a soft cloth and then wipe the towels brushes or steel wool screen After using an approved cleaner ensure all edges and corners are dry after wiping Common Drying Problems Solutions to Common Problems Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results from washing including poor soil and stain removal residues of lint and scum and fabric damage For satisfactory drying results follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Deter gent Association PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES Greasy oily stains Pilling Fibers break off ball up and cling to fabric Wrinkling Fabric softener sheet Overloading Overdrying causes static electricity Lint screen not clean when cycle began Lint pills clinging to fabric Overdrying Temperature too high Overdrying Overloading Leaving items in dryer after cycle ends Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap Rinse and rewash Reduce load size and rewash using liquid fabric softener in the final rinse Or add a fabric softener sheet and tumble without heat Use lint brush or roller to remove lint Use a lint brush or shaver to re move lint pills Irreversible condition Reduce load size and tumble at medium or low heat for 5 10 minutes Remove items immediately Hang or fold 17 Add a few bath towels to small loads for proper tumbling Some silk like fabrics s
18. f installation and electrical voltage or gas pressure can also affect drying time Normal Select this cycle to dry everyday fabrics including cot tons linens and sheets Heavy Duty Select this Auto Dry cycle to dry durable fabrics such as heavily soiled jeans and overalls Towels Select this cycle to dry heavy loads such as towels and non rubber backed bath mats Operating Instructions Cycle Selection continued Khaki Jeans Timed Dry Cycles Select this Auto Dry cycle for drying an entire load of EA c meeem lightly to normally soiled denim jeans or similarly col A WARNING ored cotton khakis i FIRE HAZARD Kids Wear To avoid fire hazard do not use heat to dry items Select this specialty cycle for drying kids clothing and containing feathers or down foam rubber plastics baby wear with Soft Heat technology _ similarly textured rubber like materials Use the Timed Delicates Dry cycle and the Air Only setting Select this Auto Dry cycle for knits and delicate items Steam Refresh Select this cycle to refresh fabrics release wrinkles remove odors and reduce static by injecting the perfect amount of steam into clothing that has been left in the dryer stored in Allergen crowded closets drawers or unpacked luggage Select this Auto Dry cycle where you wish to reduce allergens as you dry your load Items prone to heat dam NOTE age are not recommended for this cycle Ultra Delicates
19. hould be air dried Use proper drying temperature Place fabric softener sheet on top of load before starting the dryer Do not overload dryer Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to reduce static electricity Remove items when they are slightly damp to avoid overdrying Check that lint filter is clean and in place Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers When ironing use spray starch or fabric finish on collars and cuffs Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion Follow fabric care label directions If shrinking is a concern check load often Remove items while slightly damp and hang or lay flat to complete drying Block knits into shape Do not overload dryer Remove items as soon as cycle ends Solutions to Common Problems Avoid Service Checklist Before calling for service review this list t may save both time and expense The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this dryer Disconnect dryer from electrical service before performing any work on unit or on associated systems including electrical supply gas inlet water inlet or exhaust venting OCCURRENCE Dryer does not start Dryer runs but won t heat Drying cycle takes too long outside of the dryer feels too hot or smells hot Drying cycle stops after only a few minutes leaving load wet Excessive wrinkling Scratching or chipping of the drum finish POSS
20. llow these Important Safety Instructions PREVENT FIRE Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned in soaked in or spotted with gasoline cleaning solvents kerosene waxes etc Do not store these items on or near the dryer These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire Do not dry articles containing rubber plastic or similar materials such as bras galoshes bath mats rugs bibs baby pants plastic bags and pillows that may melt or burn Some rubber materials when heated can under certain circumstances produce fire by spontaneous com bustion FIRE HAZARD A clothes dryer produces combustible lint The dryer must be connected to an outdoors exhaust Regularly inspect the outdoor exhaust opening and remove any accumulation of _ lint around the opening and in the surrounding area Clean the lint screen before or after each load The interior of the dryer lint screen housing and exhaust duct should be cleaned approximately every 18 months by qualified service personnel An excessive amount of lint build up in these areas could result in inefficient drying and possible fire See Care and Cleaning Do not operate the dryer if the lint screen is blocked damaged or missing Fire hazard overheating and dam age to
21. me items For full de tails call Sears Canada at 1 800 361 6665 Sears Installation Service For Sears professional installation of home appliances ga rage door openers water heaters and other major home items in the U S A or Canada call 1 800 4 MY HOME Features Small Surface POWER button Moisture Sensor Full color LCD front touch screen Reversible Door Large Surface Moisture Sensor rear Door Latch Exhaust Channel Outlet Y Adjustable DV Leveling Legs eee Collapsible Drying Rack Lint Filter Stacking Kit for Mounting on 1 Matching Washer Not all models come with drying rack and stacking kit from the factory They may be purchased as accessories Operating Instructions 1 LCD touch screen POWER button This manual covers many models and not all cycles options or features listed are available on every model Screen images shown are for reference only Your model may differ Cycle Selection Press the POWER button turn on the unit Use the touch screen to select the desired cycle To scroll through the cycles 1 press the left or right arrow 2 press and drag the list or 3 touch and flick the list Touch the desired cycle to select it The selected cycle will be highlighted To change the cycle once the cycle has begun press PAUSE then CANCEL select a new cycle and press P START again SCREEN DISPLAY MODES Stand
22. nance as described in this Use and Care Guide and also in the Installation Instructions lt is the owner s responsibility to continue to maintain a free flowing vent system If Check Exhaust alerts are repeatedly overlooked de creased drying performance will be noticed and some cycles may not perform complete duration Maintaining a clean exhaust system improves operating efficiency and helps minimize service calls saving you time and money Operating Instructions Operating Your Dryer To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS _in this Use and Care Guide before operating your dryer 1 Prepare load for drying Dry items of similar fabric weight and construction in the same load Separate dark items from light colored items Sepa rate items that shed lint from those that attract lint Check for stains which may not have been removed in washing Repeat stain removal process and wash again before drying Dryer heat may permanently set some stains Place delicate or small items in a mesh bag Be sure buckles but tons and trim are heat proof and won t dam age the drum finish Close zippers button buttons fasten hooks and Velcro like fasteners Tie strings and sashes to prevent snagging and tangling 2 Check that the lint filter x is clean and in place Mesh bag not included 3 Load the dryer and close the
23. ny accumulation of lint around the opening and in the surrounding area N WARNING To reduce risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property comply with the basic warnings listed in the Important Safety Instructions and those listed below Before cleaning the dryer interior unplug the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards Do not use any type of spray cleanser when cleaning the dryer interior Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur PB IMPORTANT INSIDE Clean the lint filter after every load Lint build up on the filter restricts Clean the lint filter after every load i air flow which causes longer drying times The filter is located at the bottom of the door opening Remove by pulling straight up Remove the lint and replace the filter Occasionally a waxy build up may form on the lint filter and or mois ture sensing bars from using dryer added fabric softener sheets To remove this build up wash the filter and bars with warm soapy water Dry the filter thoroughly and replace Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place f the dryer drum becomes stained from noncolorfast fabrics clean the drum with a damp cloth and a mild liquid household cleanser Remove cleanser residue before drying the next load Every 18 months an authorized servicer should clean the dryer cabinet interior and exhaust duct These areas can collect lint and d
24. on and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions Warranty Protection Agreement AA A inceusdasdudaadde ese eain e RN E ena E Operating Instructions esee eee eeeee entente tenent Care and Cleaning mcccoccconnnoncnnncnnninanonaniccnnanicanacono Solutions to Common Problems ees Nota iicet ie esee eaae ease exeun eese ene o aee e EN Mee e aea eR e ee ENS ESD ONO ecu E nar eser TeE FraNG rer OSO 41 Important Safety Instructions This Use and Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your dryer lt also contains information about features for several other models Your dryer may not have every feature included The instructions appearing in this Use and Care Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Use the dryer only as instructed in this Use amp Care Guide Recognize safety symbols words and labels Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as described below Definitions AN This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death AN DANGER DAN
25. ory parts Do not tamper with controls Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to the weather A thermal limiter switch automatically turns off the motor in the unlikely event of an overheated situation electric dryers only A service technician must replace the thermal limiter switch after correcting the fault Failure to comply with these warnings could result in seri ous personal injuries The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn customer of potential exposure to such substances Included in this list are soot and carbon monoxide both of which may be produced by the use of this product E Nore The instructions appearing in this Use and Care Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Kenmore Appliance Warranty One Year Limited Warranty When installed operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product if this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME to arrange for free repair If this appliance is used for other than private f
26. r you want us No lemon guarantee replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months Product replacement if your covered product can not be fixed Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request no extra charge Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution phone support from a Sears representative on all products Think of us as a talking owner s manual Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations 250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised 10 discount off the regular price of any non covered repair service and related installed parts Once you purchase the Agreement a simple phone calll is all that it takes for you to schedule service You can call anytime day or night or schedule a service appointment online The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty period we will provide a full refund Or a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty period expires Pur chase your Master Protection Agreement today Some limitations and exclusions apply For prices and ad ditional information in the U S A call 1 800 827 6655 Coverage in Canada varies on so
27. s could result in seri ous personal injuries PREVENT INJURY AN CAUTION To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation the dryer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified service person in accordance with local codes Installation instructions are packed in the dryer for the installer s reference Refer to INSTAL LATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding proce dures If the dryer is moved to a new location have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person To prevent personal injury or damage to the dryer the electrical power cord of a gas dryer must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized 3 prong outlet The third grounding prong must never be removed Never ground the dryer to a gas pipe Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug ALWAYS disconnect the dryer from the electrical supply before attempting any service or cleaning Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or injury Do not use any type spray cleanser when cleaning dryer interior Hazardous fumes or electrical shock could occur To prevent injury do not reach into the dryer if the drum is moving Wait until the dryer has stopped completely before reaching into the drum PREVENT INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE DRYER All repairs and servicing must be performed by a Sears or other qualified service dealer unless specifically rec ommended in this Use and Care Guide Use only autho rized fact
28. st Displayed at the end of a short terminated cycle leaving a wet load in the drum Service Cord Load to small No Gas Call Service POSSIBLE CAUSE Check Exhaust feature has detected perfor mance issues related to vent restriction Check Exhaust feature has detected perfor mance issues from overloading dryer drum Check Exhaust alerts have been overlooked and the dryer shuts down after a few minutes Incorrectly installed service cord on electric dryer Load is too small to estimate correct dry time in Auto Dry cycle Gas is not detected at burner tube of gas dryer Error detected can only be resolved by calling service technician 19 SOLUTION Immediately inspect your venting system and make any repairs or perform any cleaning procedures necessary Reduce load in drum and restart Immediately inspect your venting system and make any repairs or perform any cleaning procedures necessary Unplug dryer and refer to Installation Instructions for correct service cord wiring procedures Dry items in a Timed Dry cycle Inspect that gas line connection is still installed on dryer gas inlet and fully open gas supply valve If gas line is not yet installed correctly install gas line connection ac cording to Installation Instructions Call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 for assis tance Notes 20
29. team into the clothing prior to cool down to reduce wrinkling NOTE Steam may not necessarily be visible inside drum _ during the Add Steam option t is not recommended to use fabric softener sheets with Steam Cycles or Options as it may cause staining on clothes i 10 Damp Dry Signal For loads that contain some items you plan to hang dry flat dry or iron add the Damp Dry Signal option to any Auto Dry cycle If the Chime is turned up a chime will sound when the load has reached the Damp Dry dryness level to remind you to remove those items to hang dry dry flat or iron dry Open the door remove those items close the door and press the gt START button to continue drying the remaining items Air Dry This setting no heat can only be used with a Timed Dry cycle to dry items containing feathers down foam rub ber plastics or rubber like materials to refresh clothing stuffed animal pillows or blankets and to dust draperies Home Screen Options pa a 11 E UB UE E Q Drum Light 1 The drum light will come on whenever the door is opened to illuminate the drum during loading and unloading Closing the door turns off the light The drum light will automatically turn off if the door is left open more than 3 minutes You can activate the drum light during a cycle by pressing light bulb icon Q The light will stay on during the cycle for 3 minutes To turn it off press the i
30. ust over time An excessive amount of lint build up could result in inefficient drying and possible fire hazard OUTSIDE Clean the cabinet with mild soap and water Never use harsh gritty or abrasive cleansers f the cabinet becomes stained clean with diluted chlorine bleach 1 part bleach to 8 parts water Rinse several times with clear water tens Remove glue residue remaining from tape or labels with a mixture of e BI IMPORTANT warm water and mild detergent i e _ When cleaning chrome parts use a window cleaner with ammonia or mild soap and water Before moving the dryer place a strip of cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling legs to prevent damage to the floor Do not store or place laundry products on top of dryer at any time They can P damage the finish or controls i Instructions for Cleaning LCD Touch Screen c DO DON T Use a soft cloth to clean the screen Spray cleaner directly to the screen Gently wipe in one direction top to bottom or side Apply excessive force to the screen during cleaning to side Use harsh solvents or abrasive cleaners on the screen Cleaners can be used for heavily soiled screens Ap Unapproved cleaners or applicators include bleach proved cleaners are glass cleaners or mild soap and drain cleaners oven cleaners strong acids abrasive wat
31. xclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States and Canada This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2C3 Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Kenmore product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may re quire preventive maintenance or repair from time to time That s when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product Here s what the Agreement includes Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use not just defects Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty No deductibles no functional failure excluded from coverage real protection Expert service by a force of more than 10 000 authorized Sears service technicians which means someone you can trust will be working on your product Unlimited service calls and nationwide service as often as you want us wheneve
32. y Mode after 5 minutes of inactivity LCD backlight goes down to 1096 Touching the screen brings back the backlight to the user settings Sleep Mode after 25 minutes of inactivity from Standby the LCD turns completely off To wake up LCD press POWER Auto Dry Cycles Auto Dry cycles take the guesswork out of selecting the correct drying time for each load Moisture sensing bars at the back of the dryer drum sense the moisture level of the load as it tumbles through the heated air With Auto Dry cycles the load will automatically be dried at the selected temperature to the desired dryness level Auto Dry cycles save time and energy and protect fabrics When the load has reached the selected dryness level it will continue to tumble during a cool down period This helps reduce wrinkling and makes items easier to handle during unloading Drying time varies depending on size and dampness of load and fabric type If the load is too small or almost dry the moisture sensing bars may not detect enough moisture to continue the cycle and the cycle may end after a few minutes If this occurs select a Timed Dry cycle 6 ed efre oad D gt PR dp Q2 ED vanas Os CO For best results FA Follow the fabric care label instructions on items to be dried Room temperature and humidity type o
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