Kenmore 796.2947 Series Use & Care Manual page 9

CONNECTING THE WATER LINES
• iMPORTANT: Use new hoses when installing the washer.
Do NOT reuse old hoses.
• iMPORTANT: Use ONLY the inlet hoses provided with
this washer. Aftermarket hoses are not guaranteed to fit or
function correctly. Other hoses may not tighten correctly
and could cause leaks. Subsequent damage to product or
property will not be covered under the terms of the product
warranty.
•Water supply pressure must be between 14.5 psi and 116
psi (100_800 kPa). If the water supply pressure is more than
116 psi, a pressure reducing valve must be installed.
• Periodically check the hose for cracks, leaks, and wear,
and replace the hose if necessary.
•Make sure that the water lines are not stretched, pinched,
crushed, or kinked.
•The washer should never be installed or stored in a
location subject to freezing temperatures. Damage to the
water lines and internal mechanisms of the washer can result.
If the washer was exposed to freezing temperatures prior to
installation, allow it to stand at room temperature for several
hours before use and check for leaks prior to operation.
3.Always run a gallon or two of water through each
inlet hose to flush dirt, scale and other debris out
of the water lines. Doing so win help prevent future
problems with clogged filter screens, and will also
allow you to verify which hose is hot and which
is cold.
_'_ Water Hose
(to water
inlet
on washer) _
Rubber Seal
Rubber Seal
Water Hose
(to tap)
1. Inspect the threaded fitting on each hose and make
sure there is a rubber seal in place in both ends.
Water
2. Connect the water supply hoses to the HOT and COLD
water faucets tightly by hand and then tighten another
2/3turn with pliers.
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4. Attach the (red) hot water line to the hot water inlet on
the back of the washer. Attach the (blue) cold water line
to the cold water inlet on the back of the washer.
Tighten the fittings securely. Turn ON both faucets all
the way and check for leaks at both ends of the hoses.
NOTE: Be careful not to cross-thread the hose fittings.
This will damage the valve and could result in property
damage from leaks.