Kenmore 110.8509# - Manual (Page 19)

4. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to remove plug strip from
the door opening. Slide the head of the screwdriver under the
top portion of the plug strip, being certain not to scratch the
dryer surface. Lift up. Repeat in the middle and at the bottom.
Remove the plug strip in the door opening and insert in the
opposite side.
Insert a screw in the 2nd opening from the top of the hinge
opening and partially tighten. Hang the door by placing the
top hinge keyhole over the 2nd screw head and tighten the
screw. By putting this screw In first, the door will hang in
place while you insert and tighten the remaining 4 screws.
A. Dryer door
B. Dryer
C. Insert this screw first
6. Close the door and check that it latches securely.
1 Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part,
go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.
Check that you have all of your tools.
Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
Check the dryer’s final location. Be sure the vent is not
crushed or kinked.
Check that the dryer is level. See “Level Dryer.”
For power supply cord installation, plug into an outlet. For
direct wire installation, turn on power.
7. Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape
remaining on the dryer.
8. Read “Dryer Use” in the Dryer User Instructions.
9. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to
remove any dust,
10. Set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for
20 minutes and start the dryer.
If the dryer will not start, check the following:
■ Controls are set in a running or “On” position.
■ Start button has been pushed firmly.
■ Dryer is plugged into an outlet and/or electrical supply
is on.
■ Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has
not tripped.
■ Dryer door is closed.
11. When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the
dryer door and feel for heat. If you feel heat, cancel cycle and
close the door.
If you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check the
following:
■ There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for
the dryer. Check to make sure both fuses are intact and
tight, or that both circuit breakers have not tripped. If
there is still no heat, contact a qualified technician.
NOTE: You may notice a burning odor when the dryer is first
heated. This odor is common when the heating element is first
used. The odor will go away.
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