Installation Instructions; Connecting The Water Lines - Kenmore 796.4126 Série Mode D'emploi

CONNECTING THE WATER LINES

IMPORTANT: Use new hoses when installing the
washer. Do NOT reuse old hoses.
IMPORTANT: ONLY use new, high-quality inlet hoses
when installing this laundry product. Aftermarket hoses
hoses may not tighten correctly and could cause leaks.
Subsequent damage to product or property will not be
covered under the terms of the product warranty.
Water supply pressure must be between 20 psi and
120 psi (138 - 827 kPa). If the water supply pressure is
more than 120 psi, a pressure reducing valve must be
installed.
Periodically check the hose for cracks, leaks, and wear,
and replace the hose if necessary.
Make sure that the water lines are not stretched,
pinched, crushed, or kinked.
The washer should never be installed or stored in a
location subject to freezing temperatures. Damage to
the water lines and internal mechanisms of the washer
can result. If the washer was exposed to freezing
temperatures prior to installation, allow it to stand at
room temperature for several hours before use and
check for leaks prior to operation.
Rubber Seal
Water Hose
(to water inlet
on washer)
sure there is a rubber seal in place in both ends.
Water Faucet
Connect the water supply hoses to the HOT and
COLD water faucets tightly by hand and then
Rubber Seal
Water Hose
(to tap)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Always run a gallon
out of the water lines. Doing so will help prevent
also allow you to verify which hose is hot and which
is cold.
Cold
Water
Inlet
WARNING: Do not overtighten the hoses.
Overtightening can damage the valves resulting in
leaking and property damage.
Attach the (red) hot water line to the hot water inlet
on the back of the washer. Attach the (blue) cold
water line to the cold water inlet on the back of the
NOTE: When installing the hoses onto the water inlet
DO NOT overtighten the hoses; this could cause
damage to internal components, the valve or the hose
gasket. Overtightening could result in property damage
from leaks.
9
or two of water through
Hot
Hot
Water
Inlet
Water
Inlet