Kenmore C978-97322, Use & Care Manual

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Installation requirements location
This appliance must be installed on firm flooring to minimize
vibration during spin cycle. Concrete flooring is best, but
wood base is sufficient, provided floor support meets FHA
standards. This appliance should not be installed on rugs or
exposed to weather.
Plumbing
WATER PRESSURE - Must be 20 psi minimum to 120 psi
maximum.
WATER TEMPERATURE - Household water heater should be
set to deliver water at 120 °F (50 °C) IN THE WASHER when
hot wash is selected.
SHUTOFF VALVES - Both hot and cold shutoff valves (fau-
cets) should be supplied.
DRAIN - Water may be drained into standpipe or set tub.
Discharge height MUST NOT BE LESS THAN 30 INCHES,
and no more than 8 feet above the base of the washer.
Standpipe must be 1-1/2 inches minimum inside diameter
and must be open to atmosphere.
Electrical requirements
CAUTION:
Before plugging in washer, read the following
electrical requirements.
CAUTION:
For personal safety, do not use an extension cord
or adapter plug with this appliance. Do not, under any cir-
cumstances, cut or remove the third grounding prong from
the power cord. Follow national electrical codes and ordi-
nances. This appliance must be supplied with the voltage and
frequency indicated on the rating plate (located at the top
of the dryer front panel), and connected to an individual,
properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 30-amp
circuit breaker or time-delay fuse. If the electric supply pro-
vided does not meet the above requirements, call a licensed
electrician.
SSSSStep 1 tep 1 tep 1 tep 1 tep 1 Prepare the Area and Exhaust for Installation of Ap-
pliance (see section 1).
SSSSStep 2
tep 2
tep 2 tep 2
tep 2 Check and Ensure the Existing External Exhaust is
Clean (see section 1) and Meets the Installation Specifications
(see section 3).
SSSSStep 3
tep 3 tep 3 tep 3 tep 3 Remove shipping rod and the Foam Shipping Pads.
SSSSStep 4 tep 4 tep 4 tep 4 tep 4 Move the Appliance to the Desired Location.
SSSSStep 5 tep 5 tep 5 tep 5 tep 5 Connect the Power Supply (see section 2).
SSSSStep 6 tep 6 tep 6 tep 6 tep 6 Connect the External Exhaust (see section 4).
SSSSStep 7 tep 7 tep 7 tep 7 tep 7 Level Your Appliance (see section 5).
SSSSStep 8 tep 8
tep 8 tep 8
tep 8 Connect to plumbing facilities (see section 8).
SSSSStep 9 tep 9
tep 9 tep 9 tep 9 Check the Operation of the Power Supply and Venting
SSSSStep 10 tep 10 tep 10 tep 10 tep 10 Place the Use & Care Guide in a Location Where It
Will Be Noticed By the Owner.
For Alcove or Closet Installation, see section 10.
For Bathroom or Bedroom Installation, see section 11.
For Mobile or Manufactured Home see, section 9.
For side or bottom exhaust, see section 6.
Installation Sequence
(see section 1)