Kenmore 110.81422 Manual De Uso Y Cuidado E Instrucciones De Instalación página 16

VENTING REQUIREMENTS
Fire Hazard
Use a heavy metal vent,
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, this Laundry Center
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.
0
4"
(102 mm)
t
4" (102 mm) heavy metal exhaust vent
[] Only a 4" (102 ram) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps
may be used. DURASAFE
TM
venting products are recommended.
[] Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
Rigid metal vent:
[] Recommended for best drying performance and to avoid
crushing and kinking.
Fle×ible metal vent: (Acceptable only if accessible to clean)
[] Must be fully extended and supported in final Laundry
Center 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 7=3/4 ft. (2.4 m).
[] The length of flexible metal vent used must be included in the
overall vent system design as shown in the "Vent System Chart".
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.
Exhaust hoods:
[] Must be at least 12" (305 ram) from ground or any object
that may obstruct exhaust (such as flowers, rocks, bushes,
or snow).
[] Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
Recommended Styles:
Louvered Hood Box Hood
Acceptable Style:
Angled Hood
Elbows:
[] 45 ° elbows provide better airflow than 90 ° elbows.
Recommended Styles:
Bet
Clamps:
[] Use clamps to seal all joints.
[] Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws
or other fastening devices that extend into interior of duct
and catch lint. Do not use duct tape.
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.
16
Vent products can be purchased from your dealer. For further
information, please call I=800=4-MY=HOME ® (1=800=469=4663)
or visit our website at wv_w.sears.corn or v_ww.sears.ca.