Installation Requirements - Kenmore 417.6173 Series Installation Instructions Manual

Installation Requirements

Shipping Hardware
 Foam shipping restraint (inside wash
tub) removed and stored
 Foam shipping support (underneath
appliance) removed and stored
Leveling
 Laundry center is level, side-to-side
and front-to-back
 Cabinet is setting solid on all
corners
Water Supply
 Use only new hoses and verify
rubber sealing washers are installed
 HOT supply is connected to HOT
inlet and COLD supply is connected
to COLD inlet
 HOT and COLD water supply
turned on
 No leaks present at water supply
connections or appliance inlet
connections -recheck in 24 hours
Drain
 Stand pipe or wall drain height min.
33"
 Drain hose secured in place with
cable tie (shipped in drum)
Exhaust Venting
 Free-flowing, clear of lint buildup
 4 inch (102 mm) rigid or semi-rigid
ducting of minimal length and turns
 NO foil or plastic venting material
 Approved vent hood exhausted to
outdoors
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
Gas Supply (Gas Dryer)
 Manual shutoff valve present in
supply
 All connections sealed with
approved sealer and wrench tight
 Conversion kit for LP system
 Gas supply turned on
 No leaks present at all connections
check with soapy water, NEVER
check with flame
240v Electric Supply
(Electric Dryer)
 Approved NEMA 10-30R or 14-30R
service cord with all screws tight on
terminal block
 Approved strain relief installed
 Terminal access cover installed
before initial operation
Electrical Power
 House power turned on
 Laundry Center plugged in
Final Checks
 Installation Instructions and Use and
Care Guide read thoroughly
 Water enters drum when cycle
starts with lid lowered. Dryer door
latches and drum tumbles when
cycle starts
 Registration card sent in
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