Kenmore 8873 Use and Care Guide - Page 5

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Check that you have everything necessary for correct installation. Proper installation is your responsibility. Tools needed: • Flat-blade screwdriver • Adjustable wrench that opens to 1 in. (2.5 cm) or 9/16in. open-end wrench (for adjusting dryer feet) • Level • ¼ in. nut driver or socket wrench • Wood block (for leveling) • Tin snips (newvent installations) • Knife • Safety glasses • Duct tape • Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent) • Gloves • Pliers that open to 1 9/18 in. (3.95 cm) Parts supplied Remove parts package from the washer basket. Check that all parts were included. O_1 _20 3 _4 Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. For more information, please reference the service numbers located on the back page of this manual. If You Have You Will Need to Buy Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96 in. (2.4 m) Sump pump system (if not already available) 1 in. (2.5 cm) diameter standpipe 2 in. (5 cm) diameter to 1 in. (2.5 cm) diameter standpipe adapter, Part Number 3363920 Overhead sewer Floor drain Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 34 in. (86.4 cm) tall drain tub or utility sink and sump pump (available from local plumbing suppliers) Siphon break, Part Number 285320, additional drain hose, Part Number 285702 and connector kit, Part Number 285442 Drain hose too short Drain hose, Part Number 285664 and connector kit, Part Number 285442 Lint clogged drain Water faucets beyond reach of fill hoses Drain protector, Part Number 367031 2 longer water fill hoses: 6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314, 10 ft (3.0 rn) Par[ Number 350008 L }cst ©_'t _,@ (;_,, y@ '_sx?yl1:,s 1, Water inlet hoses (2) 2. Intet hose flat washers (4) 3. Rear leveling legs (2) 4. Front leveling legs (2) 5. Plastic strap & Drain hose 7. Yellow, single wire hose clamp 8. Silver, double-wire hose clamp Parts needed Check local codes, electrical supply and venting, and read "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements" before purchasing parts. Mobile home installations require • Metal exhaust system hardware available for purchase from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. You will need • A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See "Venting Requirements." • A 120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-amp circuit. • A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the laundry center. See "Electrical Requirements." • A sturdy floor to support the laundry center weight (laundry center, water and load) of 500 Ibs (226.8 kg).