Kenmore 91382 Owner's Manual

Model: 796.8138*, 796.9138* Kenmore®Steam DryerMFL67731025Sears Brands Management CorporationHoff man Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.www.kenmore.comwww.sears.

10INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSCONNECTING GAS DRYERSGAS REQUIREMENTS (GAS MODELS ONLY) To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury to persons w

11 To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:• In

12CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERSELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS To help prevent fi re, electric shock, serious injury, or death, the wiring and grounding must co

13CONNECTING ELECTRIC DRYERS (continued)Connect the power cord to the terminal block. Connect each power cord wire to the terminal block screw that ha

14VENTING THE DRYERCHECK YOUR EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR PROBLEMSIMPORTANT!The most common cause of dryer problems is poor exhaust venting. Before installing

15VENTING THE DRYER (continued)Routing and Connecting DuctworkFollow the guidelines below to maximize dryer performance and reduce lint buildup and co

16INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSLEVELING THE DRYER REVERSING THE DOOR SWING• Wear gloves during installation.• Failure to follow these instructions can res

17INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSFINAL INSTALLATION CHECKOnce you have completed the installation of the dryer and it is in its fi nal location, confi rm prop

18HOW TO USECONTROL PANEL FEATURESPOWER (ON/OFF) BUTTONPress to turn the dryer ON or OFF. Pressing the POWER button during a cycle will cancel that cy

19HOW TO USEOPERATING THE DRYER1CLEAN THE LINT FILTERIf the lint fi lter has not already been cleaned, lift out the fi lter and remove the lint from the

2TABLE OF CONTENTSPRODUCT RECORDMaster Protection AgreementsCongratulations on making a smart purchase. Your newKenmore® product is designed and manuf

20The cycle guide below shows the available options and recommended fabric types for AUTO DRY cycles. *NOTE: The default time and actual ti

21Timed Dry CyclesUse Timed Dry cycles to select a specifi c amount of drying time and the drying temperature. When a TIMED DRY cycle is selected, the

22Fabric Care LabelsMost articles of clothing feature fabric care labels that include instructions for proper care.Group Similar ItemsFor best results

23TIME AND STATUS DISPLAYThe Time and Status Display shows the cycle time, cycle progress, and vent status. When the dryer is turned on, the display w

24Each cycle has default settings that are selected automatically. You may also customize these settings using the cycle modifi er buttons.AUTO DRY cyc

25CYCLE OPTIONS AND SPECIAL FEATURESYour dryer features several additional cycle options and special features to meet your individual needs. For all s

26STATIC SHIELDThis option uses steam late in the drying cycle to reduce the static electricity caused by dry fabrics rubbing together. Change the ste

27STEAM FEATURES (continued)Lift out the steam feeder.Before using a steam cycle, the steam feeder must be fi lled with water up to the MAX line; make

28USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSREGULAR CLEANINGWARNING: To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury to persons, read this entire manual, in

29USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS• DIRTY OR DAMAGED EXHAUST DUCTS• WRONG VENT MATERIAL• RESTRICTED OR DAMAGED VENT HOOD• EXCESSIVELY LONG VENT• THE USE

3IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USEWARNING:DANGER:WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual

30Kenmore Connect™ SystemHOLD the mouthpiece of your phone over the POWER button, when instructed to do so by the call center, no more than one inch f

31BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICETROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEProblem Possible Cause Solutions*CHECK VENT is blinking Exhaust system is too long or has too many tu

32BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued)Problem Possible Cause SolutionsClothes take too long to dryExhaust ducts are blocked, dirty, or duct run is t

33BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE (continued)TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEProblem Possible Cause SolutionsDisplay shows error code: tE1 or tE2Temperature sensor fa

34Kenmore One Year Limited WarrantyWhen installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this appliance fails due to a de

35NOTE

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4IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Read all instructions before using the dryer.• Before use, the dryer must be properly installed, as described in this

5• Properly ground the dryer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow details in the installation instructions. Electric shock can r

6SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEAM FUNCTIONSSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTING ELECTRICITYSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWARNING:WARNING: To reduce the risk of fi

7FEATURES AND BENEFITSKEY PARTS AND COMPONENTSEASY-TO-USE CONTROL PANELRotate the cycle selector knob to select the desired dry cycle. Add cycle optio

8INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSKEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONSLOCATION REQUIREMENTSIMPORTANT: Read all installation instructions completely before instal

9INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSINSTALLATION WITH OPTIONAL PEDESTAL BASE OR STACKING KITOPTIONAL ACCESSORIESIMPORTANT: If you are installing your dryer usi