Kenmore 9031 Use and Care Guide

Kenmore 9031 - 7.3 cu. Ft. Gas Dryer Manual

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  • Kenmore 9031 | Use and Care Guide - Page 1
    Use & Oa_e Guide and _nsta_ation _nst_uctions Secadoras Gu_a de uso y cuidado e mnstrucciones de instalaci6n Models/Modelos Electric/Electrico Gas/A Gas * = co,or number, 796.8031#9## 796.9031 #9## n_mero de co,or Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance of Residetial Clothes dryer Protocolo P154
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    INSTRUCTIONS Key Dimensions and Specifications Location Requirements Choose the Proper Location Clearances Installation with Optional Pedestal Base or Stacking Optional Accessories Gas Requirements Connecting Gas Dryers Electrical Requirements Connecting Electric Dryers Venting the Dryer
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    . We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's * Save these instructions. instructions
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    any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances
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    vinyl film from the product. Failure to do so can cause deform, smoke and fire. Exhaust/Ducting" Gas dryers MUST be exhausted to the outside. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire or death. The dryer exhaust system must be exhausted to the outside of the dwelling. If the
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    must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet. For personal safety, this dryer must be properly grounded. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock or injury. Refer to the installation instructions in this manual for specific electrical requirements for your model. Failure to follow these
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    COMPONENTS There are several important components that are referenced in this manual. O EASY-TO-USE CONTROL PANEL Rotate the Cycle Selector Knob dryer. Maintaining clean exhaust system ducts improves operating efficiency and helps minimize service calls, saving you money. Power Cord Location (Gas
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    instructions completely before installing and operating your dryer! It is important that you review this entire manual before installing and using your dryer. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections, gas additional clearance for installation and servicing is recommended. • Be sure
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    If you are installing your dryer using an optional pedestal base or stacking kit, please refer to the instructions for your pedestal or stacking kit before proceeding with the installation. f_ Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit
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    -in. water column for (LP). . A qualified service or gas company technician must connect the dryer to the gas service. Failure to do so can result in fire, explosion, or death. • Isolate the dryer from the gas supply system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing
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    result in fire, explosion, or death. Connecting the Gas Supply NOTE: This dryer is configured from the factory set for Natural Gas (NG). If dryer is to be used with LP gas, it must be converted by a qualified service technician. O Make sure that the gas supply to the laundry room is turned OFF and
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    -, OR 120-VOLT CIRCUIT. Heating elements are available for field installation in dryers which are to be connected to an electrical service of a different voltage than that listed on the rating plate. Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire, explosion, or death. If branch circuit to
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    CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (cont.) CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS WARNING" . Connect the power cord to the terminal block. Each colored wire should be connected to same color screw. Wire color indicated on manual is connected to the same color screw in block. Failure to follow these instructions may
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    EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR PROBLEMS The most common cause of dryer problems is poor exhaust venting. Before you install your new dryer, check the items of wall cap. O Select row that matches the number of elbows required in the dryer duct run. O Select the duct type. The length shown in the chart at this
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    WARNING" Failure to follow these IMPORTANT: Failure to exhaust the dryer per the guidelines included within these instructions may result in unsatisfactory dryer performance. All venting and ductwork beyond the exterior of the dryer is the responsibility of the consumer. Product failure as a result
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    installation. • Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury. To ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it must be corners of the dryer to make sure that the dryer does not rock from corner to corner. O Open the dryer door. NOTE: Be sure to support the weight of
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    Selector Knob to Normal drying cycle. O Press the Cycle Selector Knob to start the dryer. When the dryer starts, the igniter should ignit 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
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    manual, including the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this dryer. CONTROL PANEL FEATURES iii Iz O POWER (On/Off) BUTTON Press to turn the dryer ON. Press again to turn the dryer anytime before starting the cycle. (See the cycle guide on page 20 for allowable settings. To protect
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    paused at any time either by opening the door or by pressing the START/PAUSE button. If the cycle is not restarted within 4 minutes, the dryer will shut off and the cycle settings will be lost. O END OF CYCLE When the cycle is finished, the chime will sound if it is
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    CYCLE GUIDE The cycle guide below Lingerie Mid Low,Low _ Max 99 J Sensor Dry Cycles Manual Dry Cycles Sensor Dry cycles utilize a sensor that detects moisture levels drying time as needed to ensure superior results. The dryer automatically sets the dryness level and temperature at the
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    shock, or injury to persons, read this entire manual, includ- ing the Important Safety Instructions, before operating this dryer. SORTING LOADS Fabric Care Labels Most articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that include instructions for proper care. Tdruymble D Dry FOS _-- ] Normal
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    does not indicate any problems with your dryer. If this light blinks, it indicates that your home's exhaust system has a serious restriction, which is not covered by your dryer's warranty. Call Sears duct cleaning service to set up an appointment to have your exhaust system serviced. O CONTROL LOCK
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    dryness level, temperature, or option is available with every cycle. See the Cycle Guide on page 20 for details. High Q Medium • Low R Extra Dry 60 your preferences. • This option is not available with MANUAL DRY cycles. • The dryer will automatically adjust the cycle time. Selecting EXTRA DRY
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    immediately after the cycle is completed. RACK DRY CYCLE RACK DRY cycle is designed to carefully dry items that should not be tumbled in the dryer, such as sweaters stuffed animals, gym shoes, etc. This cycle uses gentle heat to prevent overheating of items since they are not tumbling. NOTE: Never
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    Periodic thorough cleaning: Some fabric softeners can build up on the lint screen over time. This buildup can restrict the airflow through the screen reducing dryer efficiency and lengthening dry times. If the screen looks dark or dirty when held up to the light, follow these steps to clean: O Use
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    or service turned off (gas models only). Greasy or dirty spots on clothes Check if... Clean and dirty clothes being dried together. Clothes were not properly cleaned or rinsed before placing them in the dryer. Then... Install a shorter or straighter duct run. See the Installation Instructions for
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    SERVICE Drying time is not consistent Check if... Heat settings, load size, or dampness of clothing is not consistent. Then... The drying time for a load will vary depending on the type of heat used (electric, natural, or LP gas fabrics. Dryer controls are the cleaning instructions on problem
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    in pockets. Then,.. Turn off the dryer and call for service. I Then,.. Remove the lint from the filter before every load. With the lint removed, hold the filter up to a light to see if it is dirty or clogged. If it looks dirty, follow the cleaning instructions on page 25. With some loads
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    . Kit # 5001DD2001D Use the LP CONVERSIONKIT for changingthe dryer gas connections from Natural Gas (NG)to LiquefiedPropane Gas (LP) 383EEL3002A NOTE: Installationof the LP conversion kit must be performedby a qualified service professional. STACKING KIT INSTALLATION This stacking kit includes
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    mounting • 4 dryer brackets • 1 adjusting wrench for leveling feet • 1 Phillips-head screwdriver • Installation instructions Tools Needed • If appliances are already installed, disconnect them from all power, water, or gas lines and from drain ing or venting connections. Failure to do so can result
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    gloves during installation. • Failure to follow these instructions can result or fire. in death Your new dryer is shipped to vent to the rear. It can also be configured to vent to the bottom or side (right-side venting is not available on gas models). Option 2 : Bottom venting Retaining Screw
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    out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags. O A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance. O A service technician to clean or maintain this product. _]1 Damage to or failure of this product if
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    Requerimientos de gas Conexi6n de tas secadoras de gas Requerimientos electricos una compra inte/igente. Su nuevo producto Kenmore ha sido disefiado y fabricado para proporcionarle de Sears. Piense en nosotros como en un "manual del usuario parlante". . Proteccibn de sobrecarga contra dafios
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    Su Seguridad y la de los demas son de suma importancia. En este manual yen su electrodomestico figuran muchos mensajes importantes de seguridad. Lea y cumpla siempre un tecnico calificado de mantenimiento, agencia de mantenimiento gas deber_n realizar ei mantenimiento y la instalaci6n. o compa_ia
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    de usar, la secadora debe estar correctamente instalada como se describe en este manual. • No coloque artfculos que hayan sido expuestos a aceites, incluyendo aceites comestibles hollfn, generado principalmente por la combusti6n parcial del gas natural o los combustibles LP (petr61eo Ifquido). Las
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    servicio autorizado a menos que se den otras recomendaciones especificas en el Manual del Usuario. Utilice s61o piezas de f#.brica autorizadas. Si no se . Existe nesgo de asfixia. Conducto de escape/Tuberia" Las secadoras a gas DEBEN tener un conducto de ventilacibn al exterior. Si no se siguen
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    I I SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING ELECTRICITY n WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric podr#.n producir descargas electricas o heridas. Consulte las instrucciones de instalacibn de este manual para obtener los requisitos electricos especificos de su modelo. Siestas instrucciones no se
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    Existen varies componentes importantes a los que se hace referencia en este manual. O PANEL DE CONTROL FACIL DE USAR Gire el mando selector y se apaga al cerrarla. Ubicacion det cable de alimentacion (modelos de gas) Panel de acceso at btoque de terminales (modetos electricos) PUERTA REVERSIBLE
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    la puerta abierta) 126 libras (57,2 kg) IEC 7,3 pies cQbicos *$61o modelos de gas. REQUISITOS DE UBICACION IMPORTANTE: Lea por competo todas las instrucciones de instalaci6n antes de instalar y secadora! Es importante que revise por completo este manual antes de instalar y utilizar su secadora. En
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    para ventitardirectamente desde cualquierade los lades o desde la base. Kit # D26-49670 Utiliceel KIT DEADAPTACION ALP para cambiarlas conexionesde gas de la secadorade Gasnatural(NG)a Gaspropanelicuado(LP). 383EEL3002A NOTA:la instaIaci6ndet kit de adaptaci6n a LP debe realizartaun profesionalde
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    peligro de muerte. • Requerirnientos de la torna de surninistro: Sulavadero debe disponer de una torna de surninistro de gas rigida para su secadora. IEn los EE.UU., debe instalarse una v_lvula manual de corte individual en un radio de al rnenos 6pies (1,8 rn) de la secadora, seg_n el National Fuel
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    certificado AGA nuevos. No hacerlo podria conllevar riesgos de explosi6n, incendio o, incluso, peligro de muerte. • Debe instalarse una vblvula de corte de gas en un radio de 6 pies (1,8 m) de la secadora. No hacerlo podria conllevar riesgos de explosi6n, incendio o, incluso, peligro de muerte. • La
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    I I REQUISITOS ELI:!:CTRICOS CONEXION DE SECADORAS ELI:!:CTRICAS ADVERTENCIAPara ayudar a prevenir incendios, descargas electricas, lesiones graves o incluso la muerte, el cableado y la puesta a tierra deben cumplir la edici6n mas reciente del National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 y todas las
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    el cable de alimentaci6n al bloque de terminales. Cada cable de un color en concreto debe El cable del color indicado en el manual est_ conectado al tornillo del mismo color en el bloque. No acatar estas instrucciones puede provocar cortocircuitos o sobrecarga. . La puesta a tierra a traves del
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    I I VENTILACION DE LA SECADORA COMPRUEBE LA EXISTENCIA DE PROBLEMAS EN SU SISTEMA DE EVACUACION La causa mds habitual de problemas en la secadora es una ventilacibn de evacuacibn deficiente. Antes de instalar su nueva secadora, compruebe los elementos enumerados a continuaci6n para garantizar el
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    tipo aluminio identificados especificamente para el uso con este electrodomestico por el propio fabricante y que cumplan la normativa Clothes Dryer Transition Duct, Subject 2158A. ces tendrb, como resultado un rendimiento deficiente, ADVERTENCIA: fallos del producto y/o podria producir incendios
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    una Ilave para girar los pies de nivelaci6n. Turning the foot clockwise lowers the foot and raises the dryer; turning the foot counterclockwise raises the foot and lowers the dryer.Girar el pie de nivelaci6n en sentido horario Io hace descender, elevando la secadora; girar el pie de nivelaci6n
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    de ventilaci6n de la secadora? O &Est,. nivelada la secadora? O Realice las siguientes pruebas antes de utilizar la secadora. Prueba de calentamiento MODELOS DE GAS de la secadora O Cierre la puerta de la secadora. O Presione el bot6n Power para encender la secadora. O Gire el mando del selector
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    START/PAUSE para que comience el ciclo. La pantalla cambiar#, y la secadora mostrar#. el tiempo restante estimado (SECADO POR SENSOR) o ajustado (SECADO MANUAL) y comenzar#. Para pausar el ciclo en cualquier momento, abra la puerta de la secadora o presione el bot6n PAUSE. Para reanudar el ciclo
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    I I FUNCIONAMIENTO DE LA SECADORA POWER Loud Soft Off ();: ! START/PAUSE O CARGARLASECADORA Cargue en la secadora la colada hOmeda procedente de la lavadora. Si la carga es muy grande, deber#. dividirla en cargas m#.s pequefias para obtener un buen rendimiento y proteger los tejidos. O LIMPIAR
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    _ iiiiiiliiiiii,i,ii iiii! iiiiiii i iI!i Con bandeja JerseiSlenlacneari,asdeeda, I _ Mediabaja,baja I M&x.99 J I Ciclos de secado por sensor Ciclos de secado manual Los ciclos de secado per sensor utilizan un sensor que detecta los niveles de humedad en las prendas y ajusta el tiempo de
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    I I A DVE RTE NCIA" pletamente este manual, incluyenpdaoralarsedinusctirrueccl iroiensegso imdepoinrtcaenntedsio, ddeessecagrugraidade,lecatrnicteas odelespioonneers efnisicfuansc,iolneaamcieonmto- esta secadora. CLASIFICACION DE CARGAS Etiquetas de prendas delicadas La mayorfa de las etiquetas
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    parpadean, indican que el sistema de evacuaci6n de su vivienda presenta una limitaci6n grave, no cubierta por la garantfa de su secadora.system serviced. Llame al servicio tecnico de limpieza de conductos de Sears para concertar una cita y reparar su sistema de evacuaci6n. O INDICADOR DE BLOQUEO DE
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    . Utilice este bot6n para ajustar el tipo de secado que prefiera para la carga. • Esta opci6n no est#. disponible para los ciclos de SECADO MANUAL. • La secadora ajustar#, autom#.ticamente el tiempo de duraci6n del ciclo. Seleccionar EXTRA DRY o MORE DRY (muy seco o m_.s seco incrementar#, el tiempo
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    I I OPCIONES DEL CICLO Y FUNCIONES ESPECIALES Su secadora dispone de opciones de ciclo adicionales de varias funciones, asi como de funciones especiales para adaptarse a sus necesidades particulares. WRINKLE GUARD (anti-arrugas) Seleccionar esta opci6n voltear#, las prendas durante unos segundos
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    I I /_ i-_\ i i-- l_Y-l-l-- i_ i f_ i A I_l/llJVl- FIll- I_lbl/l" a fin de reducir el riesgo de incendio, descargas electricas o ,esiones a terceros durante el uso de este electrodomestico, siga las precauciones basicas de seguridad, incluidas las expuestas a continuaci6n: • Desenchufe la
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    , ha saltado el disyuntor o se ha producido un corte de suministro electrico en la vivienda. Suministro o servicio de gas cortado (sOlo modelos de gas). Reinicieel disyuntoro sustituyael fusible. No aumente la capacidaddel fusible.Si el problemaes una sobrecargadel circuito, ha.galocorregir por un
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    humedad en las prendas no son consistentes. E nton ces: El tiempo de secado para una carga variara,dependiendodel tipo de calor utilizado (electrico,gas natural o gas LP), el tamaho de la carga, los tipos de tejidos, la humedadde las prendasy el estado de los conductosde ventilaciOny del filtro de
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    I I ANTES DE SOLICITAR ASISTENCIA TI_CNICA (cont.) Las prendas estan arrugadas Compruebe si... Las prendas est#.n sec#.ndose demasiado tiempo (secadas en exceso). Las prendas han permanecido en la secadora demasiado tiempo una vez terminado el ciclo. Entonces: Secaruna cargaen
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    de apilado. Existe un riesgo grave de lesiones de espalda y otros daSos. No utilice el kit de apilado con una secadora de gas bajo ciertas condiciones potencialmente inestables como una vivienda mbvil. No acatar estas advertencias puede provecar lesiones graves. Coloque la lavadora sobre un suelo
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    I I INSTALACION DEL PEDESTAL Listado de piezas Las siguientes piezas estb.ninctuidas con et pedestal. • 18 tornillos de montaje • 4 soportes para la secadora • 1 tlave de ajuste para ajustar los pies de nivetaci6n • 1 destorniltador de cabeza Phillips • Instrucciones de instalaci6n Herramientas
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    el lateral (la ventilaci6n a traves del lateral derecho no est#. disponible para modelos de gas). Opcibn 1 : ventilacibn _lassecadoracde lateraizlc retenciOn Opcion 2: ventilacion per la base f de estad. isponibleparamodelos de gas).Presioneel conductoadaptadosr obreel alojamientdoel
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    I I f Garantia limitada de un a_o Si, tras ser instalado, operado y mantenido segdn todas las instrucciones incluidas con el producto, este electrodomestico sufriera averias debidas a defectos de material y mano de obra, dentro del periodo de un aho desde la fecha de compra, Ilame al 1-800-4-MY-
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Dryers
Use & Oa_e Guide and _nsta_ation
_nst_uctions
Secadoras
Gu_a de uso y cuidado
e mnstrucciones
de instalaci6n
Models/Modelos
Electric/Electrico
796.8031#9##
Gas/A Gas
796.9031
#9##
*
=
co,or
number,
n_mero
de co,or
Protocol P154
Sanitization
Performance of
Residetial Clothes dryer
Protocolo P154
Ejecucion de
Saneamiento en la zona
residencial Secadoras
3828EL3004W
Sears
Brands
Management
Corporation,
Hoffman
Estates,
IL
60179
Sears
Canada
Inc.,
Toronto,
Ontario,
Canada
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