Kenmore 796. 8147#, 796.9147# manual KEY Parts and Components

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS

There are several important components that are referenced in this manual.

A	EASY-TO-USE CONTROL PANEL
	Rotate the cycle selector knob to select the desired
	dry cycle. Add cycle options or adjust settings with
	the touch of a button.
B	TIME AND STATUS DISPLAY
	The easy-to-read LED display shows cycle status
	and estimated time remaining.
C	CYCLE MODIFIERS
	Adjust the cycle settings such as temperature and
	dry level with the touch of a button.
	NOTE: Not all settings are available for all cycles.
D	STEAM FEEDER
	This drawer contains the reservoir for the water
	used by the dryer to create steam for the STEAM
	REFRESH cycle and other steam features.
E	CHECK VENT
	(Duct Blockage Sensing System)
	The Check Vent (Duct blockage sensing system)
	detects and alerts you to blockages in the exhaust
	system that reduce airflow from the dryer.
	Maintaining clean exhaust system ducts improves
	operating efficiency and helps minimize service
	calls, saving you money.

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F	ULTRA-CAPACITY STAINLESS
	STEEL DRUM WITH DRUM LIGHT
	The ultra-large stainless steel drum offers superior
	durability. The drum light can be turned on during
	a cycle by using the DRUM LIGHT button on the
	control panel. The light also comes on when the
	door is opened, if the control is ON.
G	EASY-ACCESS REVERSIBLE DOOR
	The wide-opening, see-through glass door
	provides easy access for loading and unloading.
	Door swing can be reversed to adjust for
	installation location.
H	FRONT-MOUNT LINT FILTER
	The front-mount lint filter allows for easy access
	and cleaning between loads.

ILEVELING FEET

Four leveling feet (two in front, and two in back) adjust to improve dryer stability on uneven floors.

Power Cord	Terminal Block
Location
	Access Panel
(Gas Models)
	(Electric Models)

Exhaust Duct

Gas Connection Outlet

Location

(Gas Models)

Rear of Dryer

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