Parts needed
Check local codes and with gas supplier. Check existing gas supply, electrical supply and venting. Read “Electrical Requirements,” “Gas Supply Requirements” and “Venting Requirements” before purchasing parts.
■For
37"
(93.98 cm)
Mobile home installations require special parts (listed following) available for purchase from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. For further information, please call
■Mobile Home Installation Kit. Ask for Part Number 346764.
■Metal exhaust system hardware.
Optional Pedestal
Are you placing the dryer on a pedestal? You have the option of purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this dryer. You may select a 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal or a 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal with a storage drawer. The pedestal will add to the total height of the dryer for a total height of approximately 46"
(116.8 cm) or 51.5" (130.8 cm), respectively.
For a garage installation, you will need to place the 10" (25.4 cm) pedestal at least 9" (22.9 cm) above the floor. You will need to place the 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal at least 3" (7.6 cm) above the floor.
Optional pedestal (15.5" [39.4 cm] model shown)
To order, call your local Sears store. For further information, please call
Pedestal | Color | Part Number |
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10" (25.4 cm) | White | 46822 |
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15.5" (39.4 cm) | White | 57822 |
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Location Requirements
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor for a garage installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
You will need
■A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. A gas dryer must be exhausted to the outdoors. See “Venting Requirements.”
■A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the dryer. See “Electrical Requirements.”
■A sturdy floor to support the total dryer weight of
200 lbs (90.7 kg). The combined weight of a companion appliance should also be considered.
■A level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire dryer. (If slope is greater than 1" [2.5 cm], install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part No. 279810.) Clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles may not operate correctly if dryer is not level.
■For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at least 18" (46 cm) above the floor. If using a pedestal, you will need 18" (46 cm) to the bottom of the dryer.
Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45ºF (7ºC). At lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit, or do not permit, installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
NOTE: No other
Installation clearances
The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open fully.
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