Maintenance - Kenmore 796.31412310 Use & Care Manual

MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Water Inlet Filters
If the washer does not fill properly, an error message
will show on the display. The inlet valve filter screens
could be plugged by hard water scale, sediment in the
water
supply, or other debris.
NOTE: The inlet screens protect the delicate parts of
the inlet valve from being damaged by particles that
could enter the valves with the water supply. Operat-
ing the washer with these filters removed could cause a
valve to stick open resulting in flooding and/or property
damage.
Inlet Filter
Turn OFF both water faucets completely. Unscrew the
hot and cold water lines from the back of the washer.
IMPORTANT: Only use inlet hoses provided by
KENMORE. 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.r_Hoses can be ordered
by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME '_.
Carefully the filters from the valves
remove water
and soak them in white vinegar or a lime scale re-
mover, following the manufacturer's instructions. Be
careful not to damage the filters while cleaning.
Rinse thoroughly before reinstalling. Press the filters
back into place.
O efore reattaching the hoses, flush the hoses and
water lines by running several gallons of water into
a bucket or drain.
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