Kenmore 8075 - 24 in. Laundry Center Use And Care Manual page 16

Insert a new flat washer (supplied) into each end of the inlet
hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings.
A B
A. Coupling
B. Washer
6. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-
thirds turn.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve.
Damage to the valves can result.
If you are working in a closet or recessed area
Move the laundry center into its final position and remove
cardboard from under laundry center. Remove the access panel
by removing 3 Phillips-head screws and one bumper, located at
the top of the access panel. Set panel, screws and bumper aside.
Complete hookup of water hoses and (on gas models) the flexible
gas connector through the access area. Replace access panel
upon completion of laundry center installation.
Connect the inlet hoses to the water faucets
Make sure the washer basket is empty.
2. Attach the hose labeled hot to the hot water faucet. Screw on
coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
3. Attach the hose labeled cold to the cold water faucet. Screw
on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-
thirds turn.
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NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve.
Damage to the valves can result.
Clear the water lines
• Run water through both faucets and inlet hoses, into a
laundry tub, drainpipe or bucket to get rid of particles in the
water lines that might clog the inlet valve screens.
• Check the temperature of the water to make sure that the hot
water hose is connected to the hot water faucet and that the
cold water hose is connected to the cold water faucet.
Connect the inlet hoses to the washer
1. Attach the hot water hose to the bottom inlet valve. Attaching
the hot water hose first makes it easier to tighten connection
with pliers.
2. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
3. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-
thirds turn.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve.
Damage to the valves can result.
A
S
A. Cold water inlet valve (top)
B. Hot water inlet valve (bottom)
4. Attach the cold water hose to the top inlet valve.
5. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
Check for leaks
7. Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks. A small
amount of water might enter the washer. You will drain this
later.
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk
of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates for
future reference.
• If you connect only one water hose, you must cap off the
remaining water inlet port.
• Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts,
wear, or leaks are found.
• The apparatus must be connected to the water faucets using
the new hoses. Do not use old hoses.
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Move the laundry center to its final location and remove any
cardboard used to move the laundry center.
Locate the plastic strap included in the parts package.
CZ>
Beaded tie strap
Wrap the drain hose to the laundry tub leg or standpipe with
the plastic strap (A or B below) and secure.
A B C
If the water faucets and the drain standpipe are recessed, put
the hooked end of the drain hose in the standpipe. Tightly
wrap the plastic strap around the water inlet hoses and the
drain hose (C above).
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