Kenmore 4.5 cu. ft. High-Efficiency Top-Load Washer Installation Guide

Installation Instructions Instrucciones de instalación Instructions pour l'installation

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Models/Modelos/Modèles: 110.2810*

Kenmore®

Top-Loading High Efficiency Low-Water Washer

Lavadora de alto rendimiento y carga superior, con nivel bajo de agua

Laveuse haute efficacité à faible consommation d’eau avec chargement par le dessus

* = color number, número de color, le numéro de la couleur

P/N W10550315B Sears Brands Management Corporation

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

www.sears.com Sears Canada Inc.

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

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Table des matières

WASHER SAFETY ��2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ��3

Tools and Parts �� 3

Location Requirements ��4 Drain System �� 5 Electrical Requirements �� 6

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ��7 Remove Shipping Materials ��7 Connect Drain Hose �� 7

Connect Inlet Hoses �� 8 Level Washer ��10

COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST �� 11

INSTALLATION NOTES

Date of purchase: _____________________ Date of installation: ___________________ Installer: ___________________________ Model number: _______________________ Serial number: _______________________

SEGURIDAD DE LA LAVADORA ��12 REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN ��13

Herramientas y piezas Requisitos de ubicación Sistema de desagüe Requisitos eléctricos

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INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN �� 16

Quite la base y el anillo de embalaje Conexión de la manguera de desagüe Conexión de las mangueras de entrada Nivelación de la lavadora

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COMPLETE LA INSTALACIÓN �� 21

NOTAS SOBRE LA INSTALACIÓN

Fecha de compra: ____________________ Fecha de instalación: __________________ Instalador: __________________________ Número de modelo: ___________________ Número de serie: _____________________

SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE �� 22 EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION ��23

Outillage et pièces Exigences d’emplacement Système de vidange

Spécications électriques

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INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ��26

Retrait de la base d’expedition et de l’emballage en anneau Raccordement du tuyau d’evacuation Raccordement des tuyaux de vidange Mise à niveau de la laveuse

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LISTE DE VÉRIFICATION POUR INSTALLATION TERMINÉE ��31

NOTES CONCERNANT L’INSTALLATION

Date d’achat : _______________________ Date d’installation : ____________________ Installateur : _________________________ Numéro du modèle : ___________________ Numéro de série : _____________________

WASHER SAFETY

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

Tools needed:

Parts supplied (located in the washer basket):

Pliers that open to 19/16" (39.5 mm)

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

Tape measure or ruler Level

Flashlight (optional)

Wood block

4" min

(102 mm)

Drain hose form

Cable Tie

Parts needed (Not supplied with washer):

Water inlet hoses (2)

Flat inlet hose washers (4)

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To order, please refer to the phone number or website on the back page of your “Use and Care Guide.”

■ 8212656RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)

■ 8212641RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)

■ 8212646RP 4 ft. (1.2 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)

■ 8212545RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Red and Blue EPDM

(2 pack)

■ 8212487RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Nylon braided inlet hose (2 pack)

■ 8212638RP 6 ft. (1.8 m) Nylon braided inlet hose, space

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

■ 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 the phone number or website on the back page of your “Use and Care Guide.”

If you have: You will need:

Laundry tub or Sump pump system (if not already standpipe taller available) than 96" (2.4 m)

1" (25 mm) 2" (50 mm) diameter to 1" (25 mm) diameter standpipe diameter Standpipe Adapter Kit, Part Number 3363920 and Connector Kit, Part Number 285835

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)

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.

27.5"

(699 mm)

44"

(1118 mm)

You will need:

■ A water heater set to deliver 120°F (49°C) water to the washer.

■ A grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of

where the power cord is attached to the back of the washer. See “Electrical Requirements.”

■ Hot and cold water faucets located within 3 ft. (900 mm)

of the hot and cold water ll valves, and water pressure of

20–100 psi (138–690 kPa) for best performance.

■ Level oor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire

washer. Installing the washer on carpet is not recommended.

■ A sturdy oor to support the washer weight (washer, water,

and load) of 315 lbs (143 kg).

IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store washer where it will be exposed to water, weather, or at temperatures below 32° F (0° C). Some water can remain in washer and can cause damage in low temperatures. See your “Use and Care Guide” for information on winterizing.

Proper installation is your responsibility.

27"

(686 mm)

Floor drain Siphon Break Kit, Part Number 285834

Extension Drain Hose, Part Number 285863

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 376031

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Spacing for recessed area or closet installation

4.5"

(114 mm)

3"

(25 mm)

All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides.

■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of

installation and servicing.

■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and

oor moldings.

■ Additional spacing should be considered on all sides of the

washer to reduce noise transfer.

■ For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation

openings in the top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are acceptable.

■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

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(76 mm)

2

14" max.

(356 mm)

*

17"

(432 mm)

48 in.

(310 cm2)

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DRAIN SYSTEM

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

Floor standpipe drain system

39"

4.5"

(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)

(990 mm)

5"

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(126 mm)

1"

* Required spacing

1"

(25 mm)

*

3"

(76 mm)

2

24 in.

(155 cm2)

*

See requirements for oor 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

30"

39"

(762 mm)

(990 mm)

Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) above oor; 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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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

■ A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical

supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker on a separate circuit serving only this washer is recommended.

■ This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a

3-prong grounding plug.

■ To 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 qualied electrician.

■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is

recommended that a qualied electrician determine that the

ground path is adequate.

■ Do not ground to a gas pipe.

■ Check with a qualied electrician if you are not sure the

washer is properly grounded.

■ Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.

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INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Before you start: remove shipping materials.

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

NOTE: To avoid oor damage during installation, set the washer onto cardboard before moving across the oor.

IMPORTANT:

■ Be sure the foam shipping base has been removed from the

bottom of the washer as directed in the “Remove Shipping Base and Packing Ring” section.

■ If foam shipping base has not been removed, be sure lid is

secured with tape before laying washer on its back.

■ Removing the foam shipping base is necessary for proper

operation.

CONNECT DRAIN HOSE

IMPORTANT: Proper connection of the drain hose helps to avoid

water leakage and damage to your oors. The drain hose is

connected to your washer and is stored inside the washer cabinet.

1� Remove drain hose from washer cabinet

Gently pull hose out of back of washer cabinet from top until

end emerges.

IMPORTANT: Do not force excess drain hose back into rear of

washer.

REMOVE SHIPPING BASE

AND PACKING RING

1� Remove shipping base and packing ring

Place cardboard supports from shipping carton on oor behind

washer for support. Secure the lid with tape. Using two or more people, tip the washer onto its back and place on cardboard supports. Remove foam shipping base. Then, set washer back upright, and remove the tape from the lid so that you can open the lid and remove the foam packing ring from the washer tub.

NOTE: Keep foam packing ring in case you need to move the washer in the future.

2� Connect drain hose form

For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, connect the drain hose

form. For a oor drain, do not install drain hose form. You may

need alternate parts with separate directions. See “Tools and Parts” to determine what you may need.

Feed hose into one end of form. Bend hose and feed through other side, anchoring form on smooth sections of hose. The hose must extend 4.5" (114 mm) beyond the form.

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CONNECT INLET HOSES

3� Place drain hose in standpipe

4.5"

(114 mm)

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

IMPORTANT: To keep drain water from going back into the washer:

Do not force excess drain hose into standpipe. Hose should be secure but loose enough to provide a gap for air.

Do not lay excess hose on the bottom of the laundry tub.

1� Insert new at washers

A B A. Coupling B. Washer

IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks, check that your water inlet hoses

have at washers at both ends. Washer must be connected to water faucets with new inlet hoses with at washers (not

provided). Do not use old hoses. Do not use hoses without washers.

2� Connect inlet hoses to water faucets

Make sure the washer basket is empty. Attach the hose labeled hot to hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on washer. Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Repeat this step with the hose labeled cold for the cold water faucet. Both hoses must be connected for washer to work properly.

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.

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3� Clear water lines

Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to avoid clogs. Water should run until clear. Check the temperature of the water to make sure that the hot water hose is connected to the hot water faucet and the cold water hose is connected to the cold water faucet.

5� Check for leaks

Turn on water faucets to check for leaks from faucet and at washer connection. A small amount of water may enter washer. You will drain this in a later step.

4� Connect inlet hoses to washer

Attach hot water hose to hot water inlet valve. Screw coupling by hand until it is snug. Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Repeat with cold water inlet valve. Both hoses must be connected for washer to work properly.

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

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

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

6� Secure drain hose

Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall

4.5"

(114 mm)

A

Secure drain hose to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with cable tie (A). This will help reduce

the chance of drain water splashing on the oor.

4.5"

(114 mm)

A

4.5"

(114 mm)

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LEVEL WASHER

IMPORTANT: Leveling your washer properly reduces excess noise

and vibration.

1� Move washer to nal location

Move the washer to its nal location. Rock the washer back

and forth to check whether all four feet are stable and in rm contact with the oor. If the washer rocks, your model may

be one that comes with 3 feet preset at the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the right front foot to level the washer. If all 4 feet were preset at the factory, minor adjustments may be

needed to level the washer on your oor.

2� Adjust front leveling foot

3� Check levelness of washer

Place level here

Place level here Place level here

Check the levelness of the washer. First, place a level on the lid near the console. Then place the level on the side of the washer in the crease between the top of the washer and the cabinet.

Place level here

For washers with an adjustable right front foot, lower the right

front foot until it contacts the oor. Using pliers, rotate the foot

up to an additional 1 1/2 turns.

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Not Level Not Level LEVEL

4� Adjust levelness of washer

If the washer is not level, move the washer out slightly, tip back and prop up the front of the washer with a wood block. Adjust the right front foot by loosening the locknut with a 9/16" or 14 mm open-end wrench, then twisting the foot up or down as needed. After the washer is level, make sure all 4 feet are in

rm contact with the oor by gently rocking it back and forth

and side to side. Adjust the feet if necessary, then using the wrench again, turn the locknuts counterclockwise on the foot to tighten to the washer cabinet.

HELPFUL TIP: You may have to adjust the back feet to level the washer. If you are installing the washer in a tight or hard-toreach area, you may have to move the washer out to reach the feet comfortably. You may wish to lock the back feet before moving the washer back into place.

IMPORTANT: If the locknuts are not tight against the washer cabinet, the washer may vibrate.