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Kenmore Dryer Installation Guide - Kenmore 7.0 cu. ft. Gas Dryer w/ Auto Dry - White.
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†®TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

Option 2 (Alternate Method)
Approved aluminum or copper tubing:

 

Lengths under 20 ft. (6.1 m) can use 3/8" approved tubing  
(if codes and gas supplier permit).

 

If you are using Natural Gas, do not use copper tubing.

 

3/8" flare x 3/8" NPT adapter fitting between dryer pipe and 3/8" 
approved tubing.

 

Lengths over 20 ft. (6.1 m) should use larger tubing and a different 
size adapter fitting.

 

If your dryer has been converted to use LP gas, 3/8" LP compatible 
copper tubing can be used. If the total length of the supply line is 
more than 20 ft. (6.1 m), use larger pipe. 

NOTE: Pipe joint compounds that resist the action of LP gas must be 
used. Do not use TEFLON®† tape.

Dryer gas pipe

 

The gas pipe that comes out through the rear of your dryer has a 
3/8" male pipe thread.

A. 3/8" NPT dryer pipe

Burner input requirements

Elevations up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m):

 

The design of this dryer is certified by CSA International for use at 
altitudes up to 10,000 ft. (3,048 m), above sea level at the B.T.U. 
rating indicated on the model/serial number plate. Burner input 
adjustments are not required when the dryer is operated up to this 
elevation.

Elevations above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m):

 

When installed above 10,000 ft. (3,048 m) a 4% reduction of the 
burner B.T.U. rating shown on the model/serial number plate is 
required for each 1,000 ft. (305 m) increase in elevation.

Gas supply pressure testing

 

The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system 
during pressure testing at pressures greater than  
1/2 psi.

A

9¼"

(235 mm)

1¼"

(32 mm)

VENTING

Venting Requirements

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer MUST BE EXHAUSTED 
OUTDOORS.
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent, chimney, wall, 

ceiling, attic, crawlspace, or a concealed space of a building. Only rigid 
or flexible metal vent shall be used for exhausting.

 

Only a 4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps may be 
used. 

 

Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.

 

Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid crushing 
and kinking.

Flexible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean)

 

Must be fully extended and supported in final dryer location.

 

Remove excess to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in 
reduced airflow and poor performance.

 

Do not install in enclosed walls, ceilings, or floors.

 

The total length should not exceed 7¾ ft. (2.4 m).

NOTE: If using an existing vent system, clean lint from entire length of 

the system and make sure exhaust hood is not plugged with lint. Replace 
plastic or metal foil vents with rigid metal or flexible metal vents. Review 
Vent System Chart and if necessary, modify existing vent system to 
achieve best drying performance.

Rigid metal vent: 

4"

(102 mm)

4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent

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