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8
Venting Requirements
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE
EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.
4 in. (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFE™ venting products are recommended and are
available from your local Sears store or Sears Service dealer.
DURASAFE vent products can be purchased from your dealer or
by calling 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).
Visit our internet site at: www.sears.com
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Do not exhaust the dryer into any gas vent, chimney, wall,
ceiling, or a concealed space of a building.
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The diameter of the heavy metal exhaust vent must be 4 in.
(10.2 cm).
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Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
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Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or
floors.
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Do not use screws or other fastening devices that extend into
the interior of the vent to secure vent.
IMPORTANT:
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid metal vent is recommended to prevent crushing and
kinking.
Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported when
the dryer is in its final position. Remove excess flexible metal vent
to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced air flow.
An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and
insects from entering the home.
Exhaust hood must be at least 12 in. (30.5 cm) from the ground or
any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as
flowers, rocks or bushes, etc.).
If using an existing vent system, clean lint from the entire length
of the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with
lint. Lint should be removed again every 2 years, or more often,
depending on dryer usage. Replace any plastic or metal foil vent
with rigid metal or flexible metal vent.
Use duct tape to seal all joints.
Mobile home installations require:
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Mobile home Installation Kit, Part Number 346764*
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Metal exhaust system hardware*
*Available for purchase from your local Sears store or Sears
Service dealer.
Determine Vent Length
Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer.
Other installations are possible.
1. Dryer
2. Elbow
3. Wall
4. Exhaust hood
5. Duct tape and clamps
6. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent
7. Vent length necessary to connect elbows
8. Exhaust outlet
Standard exhaust installations with rigid metal or flexible
metal vent
1. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
2. Left or right side exhaust installation
3. Bottom exhaust installation
1.
Select the route that will provide the straightest and most
direct path outdoors. Plan the installation to use the fewest
number of elbows and turns.
When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as
possible. Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. Avoid 90º turns.
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.
Improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect
indoors, which may result in:
Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wall-
Housecleaning problems and health problems.
paper, carpets, etc.
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