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Kenmore 41724182300 Installation Instructions Manual page 7

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2,
3,
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6,
INSTALLATION
Run some water
from
the
hot and cold faucets to flush
the water lines and remove
particles that might
clog up
the water valve screens.
Remove the inlet hoses and
rubber
washers
from the
plastic bag and install the
rubber washers in each end
of the inlet hoses.
Carefull
connect
the inlet
hose (90°elbow end) marked
"HOT" to the outside
"H"
oulet of the water
valve.
Tighten
by
hand,
then
tighten another
2/3 turn with pliers.
Carefully connect the other inlet hose to the
inside "C" outlet of the water valve. Tighten by
hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn with pliers.
Do not cro_thread
or over-tighten
th_
connections.
Connect the inlet hose ends
_
to the HOT and COLD water
_
faucets tightIy by hand, then
tighten another 2/3 turn
with pliers. Turn the water
_
on and check for leaks.
L_
on machines equipped with
drain pump, form a U shape
on the end of the drain hose,
with
the
hose
pointed
"_
toward the drain.
NOTE: If the drain hose is placed in a standpipe
without forming a U shape, a siphoning action could
occur. There must be an air gap around the drain
hose. A snug hose fit can also cause a siphoning
action.
On machines equipped
with
gravity drain, connect one end
of the drain hose to the drain
outlet of the machine,
using
the provided clamp.
7,
8.
9,
Carefully move the washer to its final location.
NOTE:
Do not use the dispenser drawer or door
to lift washer.
With
the washer in its final position,
place a
level on top of the washer. Adjust the front
leveling legs up or down to ensure the washer is
resting solid. Turn the lock nuts on each leg up
towards the base of the washer and snug with a
wrench.
NOTE:
Keep the leg extension
at a minimum
to
prevent excessive vibration.
The farther
out
the legs are extended
the more the washer
will vibrate.
Rear leg adjustments
are also accessible through
the
front service panel.
Models equipped with drain pump: Place the formed
end of the drain hose in a laundry tub or a standpipe
and secure with the cable tie provided in the enclosure
package.
Cable
Tie
__
Cable
Tie
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