Using 4-inch flexible heavy metal vent: NOTE: Do not secure exhaust vent joints with screws. Screws can catch lint and slow the drying process. Instead, use clamps to secure exhaust vent joints. STEP 1. Install a 4-inch metal elbow

on the exhaust hood and, if necessary, on the laundry center's exhaust outlet.

STEP 2. Measure the length of 4-inch flexible heavy metal vent needed from the laundry center to the hood.

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STEP 6. Stretch the vent only as needed by pulling out frorn the center in each direction. Do not stretch vent sections over 6 feet. If distance is more than 6 feet, use 2 or more sections of

rigid metal vent with flexible metal vent attached at ends.

STEP 7. Connect the vent directly to the laundry center's exhaust outlet or to a separate elb3w. Tape the joints with duct tape. Sect_re with clamps.

STEP 8. To fit the vent over the duct on

the hood it may be necessary to make two 1/2-inch cuts in the end of the vent to

allow it to expand.

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STEP 3. Add 10 inches to the measure- ment for each bend in the vent.

STEP 4. Add 3 more inches to the measurement for connection over the

laundry center's exhaust outlet and hood.

STEP 5. Place a clamp on each end of vent elbow. Install one end of elbow on vent, the other end to the exhaust hood.

Tape joints and tighten clamps.

NOTE: Once the exhaust vent is con-

nected and the laundry center is in its final location, check to make sure the

laundry center is still level (see section

"HI' LEVEL LAUNDRY CENTFR). When laundry center is level, use a -'V_6-inch

open-end wrench to turn tlqe front leg nuts tightly a§ainst laundry center cabinet. If the leg nuts are not tight against the cabinet, the laundry center may vibrate.

Finish Instal,lation. See "REVIEW

INSTALLATION" on page 37.

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Washer/Dryer specifications

Kenmore, a renowned brand in home appliances, offers a range of top-quality washers and dryers equipped with innovative features and technologies designed to deliver exceptional performance and convenience. Known for their reliability and efficiency, Kenmore washer and dryer units cater to the diverse needs of households, providing solutions for various laundry challenges.

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