Kenmore 8674 Use and Care Guide - Page 15

Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30.5 cm) from the ground or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.). • Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch. improper venting can cause moisture and lint to collect indoors, which may result in: [] Moisture damage to woodwork, furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpets, etc. [] Housecleaning problems and health problems. Choose your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the dryer. Other installations are possible. B A B A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation B. Left or right side exhaust installation C. Bottom exhaust installation (not an option with pedestal installations) Alternate installations for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Two close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions. i II i F // i /z J/ A A. Dryer B. Elbow C. Wall D. Exhaust hood E. Clamps F. Rigid metal or flexible metal vent G. Vent length necessary to connect H. Exhaust outlet elbows Optional exhaust installations This dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right side, left side, or through the bottom. Contact your local dealer to have the dryer converted, Fire Hazard Cover unused exhaust holes with one of the following kits: 279818 (white) 280189 (barolo) Contact your local dealer. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, electrical shock, or serious injury. A B A. Over-the-top installation (also available with one offset elbow) B. Periscope installation NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations are available for purchase. For further information, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®(f-800-469-4663}. • Over-the-Top Installation: Part Number 26-49900 • Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent mismatch): Part Number 26-49901 - Less than 5" (12.7 cm) mismatch Part Number 26-49908 - 5" (12.7 cm) to 18" (45,72 cm) mismatch Part Number 26-49904 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73,66 cm) mismatch Part Number 26-49905 - 29" (73.66 cm) to 50" (127 cm) mismatch Special provisions for mobile home installations The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside. 15