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Kenmore 7800[2]

Approximate retail price:

$780

Summary: This Kenmore full-sized dryer offers:
• Moisture sensor
• Electronic controls.
• On/off end of cycle signal.
• Drum light.
• Drying rack.

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About - Kenmore 7800[2]
The Kenmore 7800[2] is part of the clothes dryer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, gas dryer models like the 7800[2] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Drying performance: This score combines performance on three types of laundry loads of different sizes and fabric mixes: A 12-lb. load, predominantly cotton, representing a family's large weekly load; an 8-lb. load of cotton/polyester blend clothing; and a 3-lb. load of synthetic delicates, women's pajamas, nightgowns, bras and underwear. Capacity: Among the models we tested, drum volume varied from about 6 to 8.0 cu. ft. Convenience: For this measurement, we judged controls and ergonomics, such as ease of loading and unloading, servicing the lint filter, whether the door could clear a tall basket, and whether the machine has a raised edge to contain spills.

About - Kenmore 7800[2]

The Kenmore 7800[2] is part of the clothes dryer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, gas dryer models like the 7800[2] are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Drying performance:: This score combines performance on three types of laundry loads of different sizes and fabric mixes: A 12-lb. load, predominantly cotton, representing a family's large weekly load; an 8-lb. load of cotton/polyester blend clothing; and a 3-lb. load of synthetic delicates, women's pajamas, nightgowns, bras and underwear.
Capacity:: Among the models we tested, drum volume varied from about 6 to 8.0 cu. ft.
Convenience:: For this measurement, we judged controls and ergonomics, such as ease of loading and unloading, servicing the lint filter, whether the door could clear a tall basket, and whether the machine has a raised edge to contain spills.

About This Brand
This brand, sold at Sears, is known for its reliability and offers a wide choice of models. The Kenmore brand also offers a number of different dryer lines that match its washing machines: Kenmore, Elite, HE5, HE5 Steam, Oasis, and HE2. Some Kenmore dryers use steam to freshen up clothing or remove wrinkles. Prices for the dryers range from $350 with sensor to $1,300.
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About This Brand

This brand, sold at Sears, is known for its reliability and offers a wide choice of models. The Kenmore brand also offers a number of different dryer lines that match its washing machines: Kenmore, Elite, HE5, HE5 Steam, Oasis, and HE2. Some Kenmore dryers use steam to freshen up clothing or remove wrinkles. Prices for the dryers range from $350 with sensor to $1,300.

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Features & Specs - Kenmore 7800[2]
Stainless-steel drum A stainless-steel drum is likely to resist damage better than plastic and painted metal drums. Stainless-steel drum	No
Porcelain top A porcelain top resists scratching better than a painted one but generally adds to a dryer's cost. Painted tops, far more common, are often quite durable with normal use. Porcelain top	No
Drying rack The rack attaches inside the drum to keep items such as sneakers or sweaters from tumbling. Drying rack	Yes
Custom programs This feature allows you to save your favorite settings. Custom programs	No
Steam option Generally, a water hook-up is required with this feature. In this cycle, a small amount of water is sprayed into the drum while tumbling with heat. It helps to reduce wrinkles and odors, but is intended only for a few garments at a time. Steam option	No
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User Reviews - Kenmore 7800[2]

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old guy

from

Circleville, Ohio

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Worth the money

3/10/2012

Pros

Adjustable Temperature

Easy To Use

Large Capacity

Quiet

Cons

Hard to Clean Lint Filter

Best Uses

Bulky Items

Delicates

Everyday Clothes

Sheets & Mattress Covers

Towels

Comment:

Great capacity. I can dry tons of towels in one load. Love the variety of heat settings. I am not a big fan of [@], but I would buy this machine all over again.:-))

How long have you owned it:

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

MA customer

from

Winchester, MA

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Don't know if it safe to use

3/7/2012

Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Comment:

I purchased the 7600 Kenmore gas dryer. It was delivered a week ago and started making a buzzing noise with an acrid smell. The first technician to visit replaced a part, but when I ran my next load the problem was still there. Today's technician failed to arrive in the scheduled window for my appointment. Sears service is failing to be accountable, and I will be spending another morning home from work tomorrow, waiting again to see if this machine can be repaired. I am not sure if it is safe to use.

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

GBVette

from

Cleveland, Ohio

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Would not by Sears Products again.

11/2/2011

Pros

Easy To Use

Energy Efficient

Large Capacity

Quiet

Cons

Best Uses

Delicates

Everyday Clothes

Sheets & Mattress Covers

Towels

Comment:

Kenmore Dryer leaves brown streaks on clothes, more noticable on whites. Go on line and see how many complaints there are on this issue, seals on drum pinches cloths and leaves brown stains that will not come out, poor seal design and costly to repair and clothes are ruined. New seals will wear and cause same problem. Oh by the way it's not the Sears washer, wet a clean white towel and dried it and the streaks appeared. Purchased this unit as a wedding gift three years ago, what a disaster... Will never purchase another Sears product.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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