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WASHER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA INSTALACION DE
LA LAVADORA
INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'INSTALLATION DE LA LAVEUSE
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WASHER SAFETY ............................................ 1 SEGURIDAD DE LA LAVADORA .................... 8 SEOURITle DE LA LAVEUSE ......................... 14
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................. 2 REQUISITOS DE INSTALACI(_N .................... 8 EXlGENCES D'INSTALLATION .................... 14
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Alternate Parts Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Center. For further information, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® Assemble the necessary tools and supplies before beginning the (1-800-469-4663). washer installation. The parts supplied are in the washer basket. If You Have: You Will Need to Buy: Tools needed for connecting the drain hose and water inlet hoses: Laundry tub or Sump pump system (if not already • Pliers that open to 1%6in. (3.95
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Do not store or operate your washer in temperatures at or below The top of the standpipe must be at least 39 in. (99 cm) high and 32°F (0°C). Some water can remain in the washer and can cause no higher than 96 in. (244 cm) from the bottom of the washer. damage in low temperatures. See "Washer Care" in the Washer User Instructions for winterizing information. Recessed area or closet installation The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing allowed, except the closet door ventilation openi
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If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS ground path is adequate. For a grounded, cord-connected washer: Do not ground to a gas pipe. This washer must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical washer is properly grounded. shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric D
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3. Cut the shipping strap about 16 in. (40 cm) from plug end. For standpipe or laundry tub drain systems: Look for the words "CUT HERE." Discard end with the cotter 1. Open yellow, single-wire clamp with pliers and slide over pins. Slide remainder of shipping strap from the power cord. hooked end of drain hose to secure the rubber and You will use the remainder of the shipping strap later to corrugated sections together. secure the drain hose. 1. Hooked end Proper connection of the drain hose wi
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7. Attach the hose with the blue coupling to the COLD water (top) inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand until seated on the washer. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn. 1. Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the valves can result. Check for leaks 8. Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks. A small amount of water might enter the washer. You will
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1. Properly leveling your washer prevents excessive noise and Check the electrical requirements. Be sure that you have the vibration. correct electrical supply and the recommended grounding method. (See "Electrical Requirements.") Install the front leveling feet 2. Check to be sure all parts are now installed. If there is an 1. Prop up the front of the washer about 4 in. (10.2 cm) with a extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was wood block or similar object. The block needs to
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