Installation clearances, Dryer dimensions, Mobile home-additional installation requirements – Kenmore 8519319A User Manual

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■ For a garage installation, you will need to place the dryer at

least 18 in. {46 cm) above the floor. If using a pedestal, you

will need an additional 6 in. (15.24 cm).

Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45“F (7°C). At
lower temperatures, the dryer might not shut off at the end of an

automatic cycle. Drying times can be extended.

Install the dryer where it is protected from water and/or weather.

Check code requirements. Some codes iimit, or do not permit,

installation of the dryer in garages, closets, mobile homes, or

sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.

Installation clearances

The location must be large enough to fully open the dryer door.

Dryer Dimensions

Closet installation - Dryer only

* Most installations require a minimum 5y2 in. (14 cm) clearance

behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See 'Venting
Requirements.”

Minimum installation spadng for recessed area, custom

undercounter or closet installation
The following dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing
allowed.

■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of

installation and servicing.

■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and

floor moldings.

■ Additional spacing of 1 in. (2.5 cm) on all sides of the dryer is

recommended to reduce noise transfer.

■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation

openings in the top and bottom of the door are required.

Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are

acceptable.

■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

Custom undercounter installation - Dryer only

1. Side view - closet or confined area

2. Closet door with vents

Recessed or closet installation - Dryer on pedestal

1. Recessed Area

2. Side view - cioset or confined area

Mobile home-additional installation requirements

This dryer is suitable for mobile home installations.
The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home

Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280
(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction
and Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280).

Mobile home installations require;

■ Metal exhaust system hardware which is avaiiabie for

purchase from your iocal Sears store or Sears Service Centa".

■ Special provisions must be made in mobiie homes to

introduce outside air into the drya. The opening (such as a
nearby window) should be at ieast twice as large as the dryer
exhaust opening.

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