Connecting The Drain Hose - Kenmore 796.2900 Series Use & Care Manual

CONNECTING THE DRAIN HOSE
° The drain hose should always be properly secured. Failure
to properly secure the drain hose can result in flooding and
property damage.
° The drain must be installed in accordance with any
applicable local codes and regulations.
° Make sure that the drain hose is not stretched, pinched,
crushed, or kinked.
Option 1: Standpipe
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Drain Line
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Standpipe
35"_47"
(0.9_ 1.2 m)
Bend the outlet end of the drain hose to form a U
shape. Inset the end of the drain hose into the drain. If
the drain is large enough for the flange on the hose to
fit inside, then do not insert the flange more than 1-2
inches into the drain. Use the tie strap included with the
installation materials in the foam block in the tub to
secure the drain hose to the drain.
Option 2: Laundry Tub
Tie Strap
Drain Hose
Bend the end of the drain hose to the desired shape and
support it on the edge of the laundry tub. Use a tie strap
to secure the drain hose in place.
CONNECT TO THE POWER SUPPLY
Washer should be plugged into a 120-VAC, 60-Hz
grounded 3-prong outlet (refer to page 5).
Plug in the washer.
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Cable Tie
If the water valves and drain are built into the walt,
fasten the drain hose to one of the water hoses with the
cable tie (ribbed side on inside).
35'~47"
(0,9~i2 rn) t
Cable Tie
If your drain is a standpipe, fasten the drain hose to the
standpipe with the cable tie provided.
NOTE:
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Normal height of the end of the hose should be
approximately 35"-47" (0.9-1.2 m) from the floor.
° Do not install the end of the drain hose higher than 96 in.
(243.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer or more than 60
in. (152.4 cm) away from the washer.
° Never seal the drain hose to the drain. If no air gap is
present,
water can be siphoned out of the tub resulting in
poor wash/rinse performance or clothing damage.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or service technician
if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance
is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician. Failure to follow these warnings can
cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
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