Kenmore 41727182703 Owner’s Manual
®
Coin- Operated Commercial
Tumble Action Washer
Installation Instructions and
Use and Care Guide
Model: 27182
For best results a lowsudsing, HE High Efficiency
Detergent made for front
loading washers must be
used.
P/N 134778300A (0712) Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions..........................................3
Pre-Installation Requirements.......................................4
Electrical Requirements.................................................4
Grounding Requirements..............................................4
Water Supply Requirements..........................................4
Drain Requirements........................................................4
Location Of Your Washer...............................................4
Rough-In Dimensions....................................................5
Unpacking.......................................................................6
Installation..................................................................6-7
Coin slide installation................................................7-9
Meter case instructions.................................................9
Replacement Parts..........................................................10
Parts lists....................................................................10-11
Warranty.........................................................................12
Before beginning installation, carefully read
these instructions. This will simplify the
installation and ensure the washer is
installed correctly and safely. Leave these
instructions near the washer after
installation for future reference.
NOTE: The electrical service to the washer
must conform with local codes and
ordinances and the latest edition of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
NOTE: The instructions appearing in this
INSTALLATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
manual are not meant to cover every possible
condition and situation that may occur. Common
sense and caution must be practiced when
installing, operating and maintaining any
appliance.
For Sears warranty information or to contact a Sears Service Center,
call 1-800-4-my-HOME (1-800-469-4663)
If you need SERVICE or PARTS for your Kenmore
coin-operated washer: be ready to give the model number, serial
number and date of purchase. Record below.
Model number________________________________________
Serial number_________________________________________
Purchase date_________________________________________
Record Coin Box
Key Number__________________________________________
Key number is on key and/or coin box.
Product Record
WASHER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in the Installation
Instructions/Use & Care Guide and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you or others. All safety messages will be
preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING". These words mean:
DANGER
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquid in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
· Do not try to light any appliance.
· Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
· Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
· Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas suppliers instructions.
· If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Your washer is equipped with a door safety interlock. Verify proper operation of interlock system daily, using the following procedure:
1.With the washer door open, insert the required number of coins and press the START button. THE WASHER MUST NOT
START!
2.Close the washer door. Press the START button again to start the machine. Attempt to open the door, without exerting excessive
force. THE DOOR MUST NOT OPEN!
IF THE WASHER STARTS WITH THE DOOR OPEN, OR THE DOOR CAN BE OPENED WHILE THE WASHER IS OPERATING, THE
MACHINE MUST IMMEDIATELY BE TAKEN OUT OF SERVICE. DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD, AND MARK THE MACHINE "OUT
OF ORDER", UNTIL THE INTERLOCK SYSTEM IS REPAIRED, AND OPERATES AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
You
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent
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Grounding type
w
grounding plug
hazard or electrical shock.
Avoid fire
Do not use an adaptor plug
or extension cord or
remove grounding prong
from electrical power cord.
Failure to follow this
warning can cause serious
injury, fire or death.
Grounding type wall receptacle
all receptacle
Do not under
Do not under any
any circumstances
circumstances cut, remove,
cut, remove,
or bypass
or bypass the grounding
the grounding prong
prong from this plug.
from this plug.
Power supply
Power supply cord with
cord with 3-prong
3-prong grounding plug
CORRECT Use this way ONLY
liquid chlorine bleach with
Do not use or mix
other household chemicals
such as toilet cleaners, rust
removers, acid or products
containing ammonia. These
mixtures can produce
dangerous fumes which can
cause serious injury or death.
Important Safety Instructions
Read all instructions before using this washer.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow these Important Safety Instructions:
• To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using this washer, comply with the basic warnings listed below.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Prevent Fire
• Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking
oils, waxes, etc. Do not store these items on or near the washer. These substances give off vapors or chemical reactions that could
ignite or explode.
• Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing on top of the washer. These substances give off vapors that could ignite the materials.
• Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give
off vapors that could ignite or explode.
FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the washer, turn
on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas.
Hydrogen gas is flammable; do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage to the rubber or plastic
parts of the washer.
Protect Children
• Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children.
As children grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.
• Destroy the carton, plastic bag and other packing materials after the washer is unpacked. Children might use them for play. Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight chambers.
• Keep laundry products out of children's reach. To prevent personal injury, observe all warnings on product labels.
• Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the washer lid to prevent accidental entrapment.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
Prevent Injury
• Test door interlock system daily. Follow instructions on previous page.
• To prevent shock hazard and assure stability during operation, the washer must be installed and electrically grounded by a qualified
service person in accordance with local codes. Refer to INSTALLATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for detailed grounding
procedures. If the washer is moved to a new location, have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified service person.
• To prevent personal injury or damage to the washer, the electrical power cord of the washer must be plugged into a properly
grounded and polarized 3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must never be removed. Never ground the washer to
a gas pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.
• Follow package directions when using laundry products. Incorrect usage can produce poisonous gas--resulting in serious injury
or death.
- Do not combine laundry products for use in 1 load unless specified on the label.
- Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar.
• To prevent serious personal injury and damage to the washer:
- All repairs and servicing must be performed by an authorized servicer unless specifically recommended in this
INSTALLATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS manual. Use only authorized factory parts.
- Do not tamper with controls.
- Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the power supply before attempting any user maintenance.
Turning the controls to the OFF position does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply.
• To prevent injury, do not reach into the washer while parts are moving. Before loading, unloading or adding items, push in the cycle
selector knob and allow the tub to coast to a complete stop before reaching inside.
• Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious personal injuries.
• This washer is equipped with an electrical overload protector. The motor will stop if it becomes overheated. The washer will
automatically restart after a cool down period of up to 30 minutes, if the washer has not been manually turned off during this time.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
Tools Required for Installation:
1. 1/4 in. nut driver
2. 3/8 in. socket with ratchet.
3. 3/8 in. open end wrench.
4. 7/16 in. socket with ratchet.
5. 9/16 in. open end wrench.
6. Channel-lock adjustable pliers.
7. Carpenter’s level.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized and grounded 15 amp.
branch circuit fused with 15 amp. time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY - 2 wire, with ground, 120 volt, single phase, 60
Hz, Alternating Current. NOTE: The use of this washer with power
created by gas powered generators, solar powered generators,
wind powered generators or and other generator other than the
local utility company is not recommended.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - Properly grounded 3-prong receptacle to
be located so the power supply cord is accessible when the washer
is in an installed position. NOTE: GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter)
receptacle is not required.
Models equipped with drain pump:
1. Drain MUST be capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per
minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm) minimum.
3. The standpipe height above the floor should be:
Max.Max.
Max.
Max.Max.
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
Improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a
licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance
is properly grounded.
1. The washer MUST be grounded. In the event of malfunction
or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical
shock by a path of least resistance for electrical current.
2. Since your washer is equipped with a power supply cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug, the plug MUST be plugged into an appropriate, copper
wired receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances or in the
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Codes,
ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition). If in doubt, call a licensed
electrician.
DO NOT cut off or alter the grounding prong on the power supply
cord. In situations where a two-slot receptacle is present, it is the
owner’s responsibility to have a licensed electrician replace it
with a properly grounded three prong grounding type
receptacle.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within 42 inches
(107 cm) of your washer’s water inlet. The faucets MUST be 3/4
inch (1.9 cm) garden hose type so inlet hoses can be connected.
Water pressure MUST be between 10 and 120 pounds per square
inch (maximum unbalance pressure, hot vs. cold, 10 psi.) Your
water department can advise you of your water pressure.
NOTE:
Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a 58 in. (147 cm)
high standpipe. For higher standpipe use hose P/N 134592701,
available from an authorized parts distributor. If drain is less
than 24 in. (61 cm), install a siphon break kit, available at your
local hardware store.
Models equipped with gravity drain:
1. Floor drain MUST be capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L)
per minute.
2. Floor drain diameter must be at least 1/2 inch larger than
drain hose.
LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
See rough-in dimensions on the next page (Figure 1).
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER:
1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather
conditions. The ambient temperature should never be below
60 degrees F (15.6 degrees C) for proper washer operation.
2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or
drapes.
3. In an area (garage or garage-type building) where gasoline
of other flammables are kept or stored (including
automobiles).
4. On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of
1/2 in. per foot (1.27 cm per 30.5 cm). To ensure vibration or
movement does not occur, reinforcement of the floor may
be necessary.
IMPORTANT MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
When installed in alcove: Sides, Rear, Top = 0 in (0 cm).
When installed in closet: Sides, Rear, Top = 0 in (0 cm),
Front = 1 in (2.54 cm).
Closet door ventilation openings required: 2 louvers each 60 in
(387 cm²) - 3 in (7.6 cm) from top and bottom of door.
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