Kenmore 41724182300 User manual

Installation

Instructions

Full Size Tumble Action Washers

Before beginning installation, carefully read these instructions. This will simplify the

installation and ensure the washer is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions

near the washer after installation for future reference.

NOTE."The electrical service to the washer must conform with local codes and ordinances

and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.

For your safetythe information

in this manual must be followed to minimize

the risk of

fire or explosion or to prevent property

damage, personal injury or loss of life.

Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquid in the vicinity

of this or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

•Do not try to light any appliance.

•Do not touch any electrical switch; do

not use any phone in your building.

•Clear the room, building or area of all

occupants.

•Immediately call your gas supplier from

a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas

suppliers instructions.

•If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the fire department.

nstallation and service must be performed

by a qualified installer, service agency or the

gas supplier.

Contents

SUBJECT PAGE

Product Registration 2

Important Safety Instructions 2-3

Pre-lnstallation Requirements 4

Electrical Requirements 4

Grounding Requirements 4

Water Supply Requirements 4

Drain Requirements 4

Rough-In Dimensions 5

Location Of Your Washer 6

Unpacking 6

Installation 7-8

Replacement Parts 8

Sears, Roebuck and Co.,

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Printed in U.S.A. P/N 134309800 (0309)

Important Safety Instructions

Reacl all instructions before using this washer.

Your washer is equipped with a door safety interlock. Verify proper operation of interlock system daily,

using the following procedure:

1.With the washer door open, insert the required number of coins (or the appropriate card, on machines

equipped

with acard-start system) and press the START button. THE WASHER MUST NOT START!

2. Close the washer door. Pressthe START button again to start the machine. Attempt to open the door,

without exerting excessive force. THE DOOR MUST NOT OPENI

IF THE WASHER STARTS WITH THE DOOR OPEN, OR THE DOOR CAN BE OPENED WHILE THE WASHER IS

OPERATING, THE MACHINE MUST IMMEDIATELY BETAKEN OUT OFSERVICE.DISCONNECTTHEPOWER CORD,

AND MARK THE MACHINE "OUT OFORDER", UNTILTHE INTERLOCKSYSTEM ISREPAIRED,AND OPERATESAS

Record Your Model and

Serial Numbers

Record below the model and

serial numbers found on the

washer serial plate located

on the underside of the

washer lid. Keep these

numbers for future reference.

DESCRIBEDABOVE.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons

Product Registration when using this washer, comply with the basic warnings listed below.

Thank you for choosing this _Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious

washer, personal injuries.

Prevent Fire

Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in,

soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking

oils, waxes, etc. Do not store these items on or near the washer. These

substances give off vapors or chemical reactions that could ignite or

explode.

Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Purchase

The self-addressed PRODUCT

Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the washer.

These substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials.

Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other flammable or

explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give offvapors

that could ignite or explode.

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in

a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN

GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a

period, before using the washer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the

water flow from each for several minutes. Thiswill release any accumulated

hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is flammable; do not smoke or use an open

flame during this time.

Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire,

explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic parts

of the washer.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline

or other flammable vapors or

liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

Protect Children

Do not allow children to play on or in the washer, Close

supervision of children is necessary when the washer isused near children,

As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances,

Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials

after the washer is unpacked. Children might use them for play, Cartons

covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight

chambers.

Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent

personal injury, observe all warnings on product labels.

Before the washer is removed from service or discarded,

remove the washer lid to prevent accidental entrapment.

2 Printedin U,S,A.

Important Safety Instructions (conUnued)

Avoid fire hazard or

electrical shock. Do not use an

adaptor plug or extension cord or

remove grounding prong from

electrical power cord. Failure to

follow this warning can cause

serious injury, fire or death.

Grounding type

we(( receptacle

Power supply

cord with 3*prong

grounding plug

CORRECT

Use this way ONLY

Do not use or mix

liquid chlorine bleach with other

household chemicals such as toilet

cleaners, rust removers, acid or

products containing ammonia.

These mixtures can produce

dangerous fumes which can cause

serious injury or death.

Note: The instructions appearing in

this INSTALLATION AND SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONSmanual arenotmeant

to cover every possiblecondition and

situation that may occur. Common

sense and caution must be practiced

when installing, operating and

maintaining any appliance.

I r vemlnjury

_Testdoorintedocksystem daily.Foflowinstructionsonprevious

page.

_To preventshock hazard and assurestability during operation,

the washer mustbe installed and eloctricallygrounded bya qualified service

person in accordancewith localcodes. Refer to INSTALLATIONAN DSAFETY

INSTRUCTIONSfor detailed grounding procedures.Ifthe washer ismoved to a

new location, have it checked and reinstalled byaqualified service person.

To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer, the

electricalpower cordofthewasher mustbeplugged intoaproperly grounded

and polarized 3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be

removed. Never ground the washer to a gaspipe. Do not usean extension

cord or an adaptor plug.

_Follow packagedirectionswhenusinglaundrypreducts.Incorrect

usagecanproducepoisenousgas--resultinginseriousinjury ordeath.

•Donor combinelaundryproducts for usein 1load unlessspecifiedon the

label.

•Donotmixchlorinebleachwithammoniaoracidssuchasvinegar.

_T oprevent serious personal injury and damage tothe washer:

•All repairsand servicing must be performed byan authorized servicer

unlessspecifically recommended in this INSTALLATION AND SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONSmanual. Useonlyauthorized factory parts.

•Dora3ttamper with controls.

•Donotinstallorstorethewasherwhereitwillbeexposedtotheweather.

To reduce the risk of electricshock,disconnect this appliance

from the power supply before attempting anyusermaintenance. Tuming the

controlsto the OFFpositiondoesnot disconnectthisappliance from the power

supl .

_T oprevent injury, do notre achinto the washer while partsare

moving. Beforeloading, unloading oradding items, pushin the cycleselector

knob and allow the tub to coastto a complete stop before reaching inside.

Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious

personalinjuries.

_is washer isequipped with anelectrical overload protector.

The motor will stop if it becomesoverheated. Thewasher will automatically

restart after acooldown period ofupto 30 minutes,ifthe washer hasnot been

manuallyturned offduring thistime.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools Required for Installation:

1, 1/4 in. nut driver

2. 3/8 in. socket with ratchet.

3. 3/8 in. open end wrench.

4. 7/16 in. socketwith ratchet,

5. 9/16 in. open end wrench.

6. Channel-lockadiustablepliers.

7. Carpenter's level.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized and

grounded 15 amp. branch circuit fused with 15 amp.

time delay fuse or circuit breaker.

POWER SUPPLY - 2 wire, with ground, 120 volt,

single phase, 60 Hz, Alternating Current. NOTE: The

use of this washer with power created by gas

powered generators, solar powered generators,

wind powered generators or and other generator

other than the local utility company is not

recommended.

OUTLET RECEPTACLE- Properly grounded 3-prong

receptacle to be located so the power supply cord

is accessible when the washer is in an installed

position. NOTE: GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter)

or in the absence of local codes, with the

National Electrical Codes, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest

edition). If in doubt, call a licensed electrician.

DO NOT cut off or alter the grounding prong on

the power supply cord. In situations where a

two-slot receptacle is present, it is the owner's

responsibility to have a licensed electrician

replace it with a properly grounded three prong

grounding type receptacle.

WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within

42 inches (107 cm) of your washer's water inlet. The

faucets MUST be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) garden hose type

so inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure

MUST be between 10 and 120 pounds per square

inch (maximum unbalance pressure, hot vs. cold,

10 psi.) Your water department can advise you of

your water pressure. The hot water temperature

should be about 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

Models equipped with drain pump:

1. Drain MUST be capable of eliminating 17 gals

(64.3 L) per minute.

2. A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm)

minimum.

3. The standpipe height above tt_ floor should be:

grounded.

1. The washer MUST be grounded. In the event of Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a

malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce

the risk of electrical shock by a path of least

resistance for electrical current.

Since your washer is equipped with a power

supply cord having an equipment-grounding

conductor and a grounding plug, the plug MUST

be plugged into an appropriate, copper wired

receptacle that isproperly installed and grounded

in accordance with all local codes and ordinances

58 in. (147 cm) high standpipe. For higher

standpipe use hose P/N 134049201, available

from an authorized parts distributor. If drain

islessthan 24 in. (61 cm), install a siphon break

kit, available at your local hardware store.

Models equipped with gravity drain:

1. Floor drain MUST be capable of eliminating 17

gals (64.3 L) per minute.

2. Floor drain diameter must be at least 1/2 inch

larger than drain hose.

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

<..........I /..............,_

inch(ore}

43/8

(11.2)--

'I'8

_2.°:4!............................

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LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER

DO NOT INSTALLYOUR WASHER:

1, In an area exposed to dripping water or outside

weather conditions, The ambient temperature

should never be below 60 degrees F (15,6

degrees C) for proper washer operation,

2, In an area where it will come in contact with

curtains or drapes,

3, In an area (garage or garage-type building)

where gasoline of other flammables are kept

or stored (including automobiles),

4, On carpet, Floor MUST be solid with a

maximum slope of 1/2 in. per foot (1,27 cm

per 30.5 cm), Toensure vibration or movement

does not occur, reinforcement of the floor may

be necessary.

IMPORTANT

MINIMUM INSTALLATIONCLEARANCES

When installed in alcove: Sides, Rear, Top = 0 in

(0 cm).

When installed in closet: Sides, Rear, Top = 0 in

(0 cm), Front = 1 in (2.54 cm),

Closet door ventilation openings required: 2 louvers

each 60 in2(387 cmz) -3 in (7.6 cm) from top and

bottom of door, UNPACKING

1, Cut the shipping carton along the dotted line

along the base of the unit.

2, While in the carton carefully lay the washer

on its back side,

3, Remove the styrofoam base.

4, Carefully return the washer to an upright

position and remove the carton.

5, Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet

(122cm) of the final location.

6, Remove the following from the back side of

the washer: 3 bolts,

3 yellow plastic spacers,

7, Remove the service panel from the front of the

washer.

8, Remove the 4 nuts and 6 large washers that

attach the 2 yellow shipping braces to the drum

and the base, Lift up on the drum and remove

the braces (a yellow ribbon surrounds the items

to be removed). These braces must be removed

to allow the power supply cord to be released

from the shipping ring,

9, Remove the large styrofoam block located under

the drum. Lift up on the drum, tilt the base of

the foam block inwards toward the rear of the

washer until free, then pull it out.

10. Remove and discard the yellow ribbon and label

from the front of the washer.

11. From the rear of the washer, carefully pull out

the power supply cord through the hole in the

backsheet.

12. Replace the service panel and screws.

NOTE: If the washer is to be transported at a

later date, the shipping support

hardware must be reinstalled to prevent

shipping damage.

BOLT

SPACER

(_) 'P!' CLAMP

INSTALLATION

Run some water from the

hot and cold faucets to flush

the water lines and remove

particles that might clog up

the water valve screens.

Remove the inlet hoses and

rubber washers from the

plastic bag and install the

rubber washers in each end

of the inlet hoses.

Carefull connect the inlet

hose (90°elbow end) marked

"HOT" to the outside "H"

oulet of the water valve.

Tighten by hand, then

tighten another

2/3 turn with pliers.

Carefully connect the other inlet hose to the

inside "C" outlet of the water valve. Tighten by

hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn with pliers.

Do not cro_thread or over-tighten th_

connections.

Connect the inlet hose ends _

to the HOT and COLD water _

faucets tightIy by hand, then

tighten another 2/3 turn

with pliers. Turn the water _

on and check for leaks. L_

on machines equipped with

drain pump, form a U shape

on the end of the drain hose,

with the hose pointed "_

toward the drain.

NOTE: If the drain hose is placed in a standpipe

without forming a U shape, a siphoning action could

occur. There must be an air gap around the drain

hose. A snug hose fit can also cause a siphoning

action.

On machines equipped with

gravity drain, connect one end

of the drain hose to the drain

outlet of the machine, using

the provided clamp.

Carefully move the washer to its final location.

NOTE: Do not use the dispenser drawer or door

to lift washer.

With the washer in its final position, place a

level on top of the washer. Adjust the front

leveling legs up or down to ensure the washer is

resting solid. Turn the lock nuts on each leg up

towards the base of the washer and snug with a

wrench.

NOTE: Keep the leg extension at a minimum to

prevent excessive vibration. The farther out

the legs are extended the more the washer

will vibrate.

Rear leg adjustments are also accessible through the

front service panel.

Models equipped with drain pump: Place the formed

end of the drain hose in a laundry tub or a standpipe

and secure with the cable tie provided in the enclosure

package.

Cable

Tie

__ Cable

Tie

Modelsequippedwith gravitydrain:Run

themachine'sdrainhoseintoan oversized

floor drain or drain trough, The entire

length of the drain hose must be below

the drain outlet on the machine.

11. Run the washer through acomplete cycle. Check

for water leaks and proper operation.

12. Keep these instructions for future reference.

NOTE: A wiring diagram is located inside the

washer on the service panel.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

If replacements parts are needed for your washer, call

Sears Parts and Service Toll Free Number 1-800-4-MY-

HOME (1-800-469-4663)

Destroy the carton and plastic bags

after the washer isunpacked. Children might usethem

for play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or

plastic sheets canbecome airtight chambers causing

suffocation. Place all materials in a garbage container

or make materials inaccessible to children.

NOTE: The drain pipe or floor drain, into

which the drain hose is placed,

MUST be at least 1/2 inch larger in

diameter than the drain hose. This

will insure that the sewer line

cannot back up into the washing

machine.

8. Plugthe power cord into a grounded outlet.

NOTE: Check to ensure the power isoff at

the circuit breaker/fuse box before

plugging the power cord into an

outlet.

9. Turn on the power at the circuit breaker/

fuse box.

10. Be sure you have read the "Important

Safety Instructions" on pages 2-3 before

operating this washer.

_The instructions in this manual and

all other literature included with this washer are not

meant to cover every possible condition and situation

that may occur. Good safe practice and caution MUST

be applied when installing,operating and

maintaining any appliance.

Maximum benefits and enjoyment are achieved when

all the Safety and Operating instructions are

understood and practiced as a routine with

your aunder ng tasks.

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