Table Of Contents; Important Safety Instructions - Kenmore Front Load Washer Installation Instructions Manual

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING
Please read all instructions before using this washer.
Recognize safety symbols, words and
labels
Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with
a WARNING or CAUTION based on the risk type as
described below:
Defi nitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or
death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or
maintenance information which is important but not
hazard-related.

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ............................................ 2-3
Installation Requirements ...................................................4-5
Washer Dimensions ................................................................6
Unpacking Washer .............................................................7-8
Installation Instructions ...................................................... 9-11
Reversing Door .................................................................12-14
Accessories ............................................................................ 15
Notes ...................................................................................... 16
Spanish ...................................................................................17
Français ..................................................................................33
Installation Checklist
Shipping Hardware
Foam shipping support (under wash tub)
removed and stored
Shipping bolts and spacers removed from rear
of appliance and stored
Hole plugs (shipped in bag in drum) installed in
holes in backsheet
Leveling
Washer is level, side-to-side and front-to-back
Cabinet is setting solid on all corners
Water Supply
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 minimum 24"
Drain hose snapped in "U" channel (shipped in
drum)
Drain hose secured in place with cable tie
(shipped in drum)
Electrical Power
House power turned on
Washer plugged in
Final Checks
Installation Instructions and Use and Care
Guide have been read thoroughly
Door locks and water enters drum when cycle
starts
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