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FINAL INSTALLATION CHECK

Once you have completed the installation of the dryer and it is in its final location, confirm proper operation with the following steps and tests.

O Is gas turned ON? (Gas Models only)

O Is dryer plugged in? Dryer should always be plugged into the proper outlet.

Gas dryer should use a 120-VAC, 60-Hz. grounded 3-prong outlet.

Testing Dryer Heating

GAS MODELS

O Close the dryer door.

O Press the Power button to turn the dryer on.

O Turn Cycle Selector Knob to Normal drying cycle.

O Press the Cycle Selector Knob to start the dryer.

When the dryer starts, the igniter should ignite the main burner.

NOTE: If all air is not purged from the gas line, the gas igniter may turn off before the main burner ignites. If this happens, the igniter will reattempt gas ignition until all the air is purged from the gas line.

Electric dryer should use

a 4-wire connection which is

required for all mobile and manufactured home

installations, as well as all new construction after

January 1, 1996.

-- OR --

© A 3-wire connection. NOTE: A 3-wire connection

is NOT permitted on new construction after

January 1, 1996.

O Is dryer vent ductwork connected?

OIs dryer level?

O Perform the following tests before using the dryer.

ELECTRIC MODELS

O Close the dryer door.

O Press the Power button to turn the dryer on.

O Turn Cycle Selector Knob to Normal drying cycle.

O Press the Cycle Selector Knob to start the dryer. The exhaust air should be warm after the dryer has been operating for 3 minutes.

Checking Venting

Vent ductwork should be checked for lint buildup and cleaned at least once per year. If any noticeable reduc- tion in drying performance occurs, check ductwork for obstructions and blockages.

Checking Levelness

Once the dryer is in its final location, recheck the dryer to be sure it is level. Make sure it is level front to back and side to side, and that all 4 leveling feet rest firmly on the floor.

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Kenmore 796.8051 manual Final Installation Check, Checking Venting, Checking Levelness, Testing Dryer Heating