Kenmore 2631642K, 2631633K, 2631632K, 2631643K Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions

Instrucciones de instalación

Instructions pour l’installation

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Kenmore®

Top-Load Washer

Lavadora de Carga Superior Laveuse à Chargement Superior

Table of Contents

WASHER SAFETY.......................................................................	2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................	2
Tools and Parts...................................................................	2
Location Requirements.......................................................	3
Drain System......................................................................	4
Electrical Requirements......................................................	4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.................................................	5
Connect Drain Hose............................................................	6
Connect Inlet Hoses............................................................	6
Level Washer......................................................................	7
Complete Installation Checklist..........................................	8

Índice

SEGURIDAD DE LA LAVADORA	................................................. 9
REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN...................................................	9
Herramientas y piezas........................................................	9
Requisitos de ubicación.....................................................	10
Sistema de desagüe..........................................................	11
Requisitos eléctricos..........................................................	11

INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN..........................................	12
Conexión de la manguera de desagüe.............................	13
Conexión de las mangueras de entrada...........................	14
Nivelación de la lavadora.................................................	15
Complete la instalación.....................................................	16

Table des matières

SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE........................................................	17
EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION...................................................	17
Outillage et pièces..............................................................	17
Exigences d’emplacement...................................................	18
Système de vidange............................................................	19
Spécifications électriques....................................................	19

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION.............................................	20
Raccordement du tuyau de vidange....................................	21
Raccordement des tuyaux d’arrivée d’eau..........................	22
Établissement de l’aplomb de la laveuse............................	23
Liste de vérification pour l’achèvement
de l’installation..........................................	Couverture arrière

P/N W10754825A

Sears Brands Management Corporation

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.kenmore.com

Sears Canada Inc.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3 www.sears.ca

WASHER SAFETY

INSTALLATION NOTES

Date of purchase:_________________________________________	Model number:____________________________________________
Date of installation:________________________________________	Serial number:____________________________________________
Installer:__________________________________________________

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.

Tools needed:

Adjustable or open end		Level
wrench 9/16" (14 mm)

4" min (102 mm)

Wood block	Ruler or measuring tape

Optional tools:

Flashlight		Bucket

Parts supplied:

NOTE: All parts supplied for installation are in cardboard insert in the top of the washer.

Drain hose with clamp,

U-form, and cable tie

Pliers that open to 1¾" (44.5 mm)

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Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer)

Inlet hoses with flat washers

To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide.

n8212656RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)

n8212641RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)

n8212546RP 4 ft. (1.2 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)

n8212545RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Red and Blue EPDM

(2 pack)

n8212487RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Nylon braided inlet hose (2 pack)

n8212638RP 6 ft. (1.8 m) Nylon braided inlet hose, space

saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack)

n 8212637RP 6 ft. (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack)

Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer)

Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please refer to toll-free numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide.

If you have:	You will need:
Overhead sewer	Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39" (990 mm)
	tall drain tub or utility sink, sump
	pump and connectors (available from
	local plumbing suppliers)
1" (25 mm) standpipe	2" (51 mm) diameter to 1" (25 mm)
	diameter Standpipe Adapter
	Part Number 3363920
	Connector Kit Part Number 285835
Drain hose too short	Extension Drain Hose Part
	Number 285863
	Connector Kit Part Number 285835
Lint clogged drain	Drain Protector Part Number 367031
	Connector Kit Part Number 285835

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Select proper location for your washer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible “washer walk”. Install your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.

291/2"	30"
(753 mm)	(766 mm)

401/2"

(1029 mm) without437∕console16"

(110337"mm)

(940 mm) with console

You will need:

nA water heater set to 120° F (49° C).

nA grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on back of washer.

nHot and cold water faucets located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on washer, and water pressure

of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa).

nA level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Installing on carpet is not recommended.

nFloor must support washer’s total weight (with water and load) of 315 lbs (143 kgs).

IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be exposed to weather or in temperatures below 32° F (0° C). Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in low temperatures. See “Washer Care” in your Use and Care Guide for winterizing information.

Proper installation is your responsibility.

Recessed area or closet installation

3" (76 mm)

14" max.	48 in.2
(356 mm)	(310 cm2)
	22"
	(559 mm)

		24 in.2
5"		(155 cm2)
(126 mm)
	1"	3"
1"/0"*	(25 mm)
		(76 mm)
(25 mm/0 mm)

Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for closet door ventilation openings which are minimum required. This washer has been tested for installation with spacing of

0" (0 mm) clearance on the sides. Consider allowing more space for ease of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings.

Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of washer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required.

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DRAIN SYSTEM

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Drain system can be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you need.

Floor standpipe drain system

	39"
4.5"	(990 mm)
(114 mm)

Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; install no higher than 96"

(2.44 m) from bottom of washer. If you must install higher than 96" (2.44 m), you will need a sump pump system.

Wall standpipe drain system

4.5" (114 mm)

See requirements for floor standpipe drain system.

Floor drain system

Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285835), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be purchased separately. To order, please see toll-free phone numbers in your Use and Care Guide. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.)

Laundry tub drain system

nA 120-volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit breaker serving only this appliance be provided.

nThis washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug.

nTo minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

nIf codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.

nDo not ground to a gas pipe.

nCheck with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded.

nDo not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.

4.5"
(114 mm)	39"

(990 mm)

Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer.

IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 4.5" (114 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of wash tub. Secure drain hose with cable tie.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS									3. Remove packing tray from tub

Before you start: remove shipping materials

It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation and to avoid excessive noise from washer.

1. Move washer

48" (1.2 m)

Remove tape from washer lid, open lid, and remove cardboard packing tray from tub. Be sure to remove all parts from tray.

NOTE: Keep tray in case you need to move washer later.

4. Free power cord

Move washer to within 48" (1.2 m) of its final location; it must be in a fully upright position.

NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it and make sure lid is taped shut.

2. Remove shipping base

To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from shipping carton on floor behind washer. Tip washer back and place on cardboard supports. Remove shipping base by rotating base 90° to the right. Set washer upright.

IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is necessary for proper operation. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with the sound shield to install it at this time.

Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to free from rear panel. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to back of washer.

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CONNECT DRAIN HOSE

5. Attach drain hose to drain port

If clamp is not already in place on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over end as shown. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with clamp.

For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to step 6.

For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown in Step 7. You may need additional parts with separate directions. See “Tools and Parts”.

6. Place drain hose in standpipe

Drain hose form

4.5" (114 mm)

Place hose into standpipe (shown in picture) or over side of laundry tub.

IMPORTANT: 4.5" (114 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe; do not force excess hose into standpipe or lay on bottom of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be used.

7. Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only)

For floor drain installations, you will need to remove the drain hose form from the end of the drain hose. You may need additional parts with separate directions. See “Tools and Parts”.

CONNECT INLET HOSES

Washer must be connected to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). Do not use old hoses.

NOTE: Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to inlet valves. If you are only connecting to a cold water faucet, you must use a Y-adapter (not provided).

8. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets

Verify location of hot and cold faucets. Attach hose to hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on washer. Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional twothirds turn. Repeat this step with second hose for cold water faucet.

IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on valve when attaching to faucets or washer. Damage can result.

HELPFUL TIP: Make note of which hose is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses to washer correctly. In most standard configurations, hoses will cross over each other when attached correctly.

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9. Clear water lines

Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to prevent clogs. Water should run until clear.

10. Connect inlet hoses to washer

Attach hot water hose to hot water inlet valve marked with a red ring. Screw coupling by hand until it is snug. Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Repeat with cold water inlet valve.

IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Record hose installation or replacement dates for future reference.

nPeriodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.

11.Check for leaks

12. Secure drain hose

	Laundry Tub	Standpipe	Wall
	4.5"	4.5"	4.5"
		(114 mm)
	(114 mm)		(114 mm)

Secure drain hose to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with beaded tie strap.

It is the responsibility of the installer to install and secure the drain hose into the provided plumbing/drain in a manner that will avoid the drain hose coming out of or leaking from the plumbing/drain.

LEVEL WASHER

IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to reduce excess noise and vibration.

13. Check levelness of washer

Place level here

Place level here

Move the washer to its final location. Place a level on top edges of washer. Use side seam as a guide to check levelness of sides. Check levelness of front using lid, as shown. Rock washer back and forth to make sure all four feet make solid contact with floor. If washer is level, skip to step 15.

Not Level

LEVEL

Not Level

Turn on water faucets to check for leaks. A small amount of water may enter washer. It will drain later.

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14. Adjust leveling feet

Models with metal feet

If washer is not level:

Use adjustable pliers to turn the plastic leveling foot counterclockwise to lower the washer or clockwise to raise the washer. On all models, recheck levelness of washer and repeat as needed.

HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop up front of washer about 4" (102 mm) with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer.

COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

qCheck electrical requirements. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method.

qCheck that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through steps to see what was skipped.

qCheck that you have all of your tools.

qCheck that any shipping materials were completely removed from washer.

qCheck that water faucets are on.

qCheck for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.

qRemove protective film from console and any tape remaining on washer.

qCheck that washer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

qDispose of/recycle all packaging materials.

qRead “Washer Care” in your Use and Care Guide.

qTo test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser

(on some models). Close lid. Select any cycle. Start washer and allow to complete full cycle.

15. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet

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