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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
A. Cold water inlet valve
B. Hot water inl_'t valve
1.
Attach
the hot water
hose to the bottom
inlet valve.
2.
Attaching
the hot water coupling
first makes
it easier to tighten
connection
with
pliers.
3.
Screw on coupling
by hand until it is seated on the washer.
C
4.
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.
5.
Attach the cold water hose to the top inlet valve.
6.
Screw on coupling
by hand until
it is seated on the washer.
7.
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.
Check
for
leaks
Turn oil 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.
1.
Remove the shipping
material
from the power cord.
Drape the power cord over the
COnSOle.
2.
Remove any cardboard
used to move washer.
Beade'd tie strap
3.
Wrap the drain
hose to the laundry
tub leg, drain standpipe
or inlet hoses, with
the
beaded tie strap. Push fastener
into the nearest hole in the beaded
tie strap. See view A or
B.
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