Kenmore Galaxy One-speed automatic washer Operating instructions

Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
Galaxy TM
One-Speed
AUTOMATIC WASHER
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all safety
and operating instructions
before first use of this product.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
www.sears,com
3953624 PRINTED iN U.S.A 3/99

BEFORE USING YOUR NEW WASHER __ _ 2
GALAXY TM AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY 3
WASHER SAFETY ............ 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 6
OPERATING YOUR WASHER 21
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 24
TROUBLESHOOTING ....... 25
SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT 29
Please read this manual. Itwill help
you install and operate your new
automatic washer in the safest and
most economical way,
For more information about the care and
operation of Galaxy TM appliances, call your
nearest Sears store. You will need the
complete model and serial numbers when
requesting information, Your washer's
model and serial numbers are located on
the Model and Serial Number Plate.
Use the space below to record the
model number and serial number of
your new washer.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
ModelandSerial
NumberPlate
Keep this book and your Sears
Salescheck (receipt) in asafe place
for future reference,

90-DAYWARRANTY LIMITED5-YEARWARRANTY
ONMECHANICALAND ONPLASTICTUB*
ELECTRICALPARTS After ninety days and until five years
For ninety days from the date of from date of purchase, Sears will furnish
purchase, when the washer is installed a replacement plastic tub for eny p]estic
and operated in accordance with the tub which is defective in materiel or work-
instructions in the Owner's Manual, Sears manship. You will be charged for labor.
will repair or replace any mechanical or
electrical parts in this washer, if defective
in material or workmanship.
LIMITED 2-YEAR WARRANTY
ON GEARCASE PARTS*
After ninety days and until two years from
the date of purchase, Sears will furnish
replacement parts for any defective
gearcase parts. You will be charged for
labor.
If the washer is subjected to other than private family use, the above warranty
coverage is effective for only 90 days.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST
SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES OR CANADA.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States or
Canada. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights
which vary from state to state or province to province.
Sears Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U,S.A.
Sears Canada Inc,, Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
*In Canada, a different warranty may appty. For warranty information, contact Sears Canada
Inc., at 1-800-469-4663.

Your safety and the safety of others
is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual 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 and others. All safety
messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and
the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions,
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions.
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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when
using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the
washer.
• Do not wash articles that have been
previously cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in, or spotted with gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable
or explosive substances as they give
off vapors that could ignite or explode.
• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or
• Do not allow children to play on or in the
washer. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the washer is used near
children.
• Before the washer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the lid.
• Do not reach into the washer if the tub
or agitator is moving.
• Do not install or store this washer where
it will be exposed to the weather.
explosive substances to the wash water. • Do not tamper with controls.
These substances give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
• 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. Ifthe hat water system
has not been used far such a period,
before using a washing machine, turn
on alI hot water faucets and let the
water flow from each for several
minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. As the
gas is flammable, do not smoke or
use an open flame during this time.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the
washer or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in the Owner's
Manual or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.
• See installation instructions for grounding
requirements.
SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
IIMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. I

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
For acomplete fist of too/s and parts
needed, see pages 7-9.
A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER (pgs, 11-13)
Recessed Area/
Closet Installation Instructions (p. 11)
!H ,
Standpipe Drain System (p, 13)
3951
(99m)
Laundry Tub Drain System (p, 12)
39 in
(99 cm)
Floor Drain System (p, 13)

B.REMOVESHIPPINGSTRAP (p. 14)
Tools Needed:
Scissors Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE (pgs. 15-16)
_WlST
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Pliers that open
to 1_'6in (3.95 cm)
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
1 yellow, single-wire
hose clamp (top of
drain hose)
l_ble-
wire hose clamp
(bottom of drain
hose)

D. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WASHER (pgs. 16-17)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Pliers that open
to 1_6in (3.95 cm,_
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation)
2 water inlet hoses
4 Nat water inlet hose washers
E. CONNECT INLET HOSES TO WATER FAUCETS (p. 17)
Tools Needed: Parts Needed:
Pliers that open to
1_6in (3.95 cm)
Bucket
(optional Flashlight (optionaI
depending on depending on installation)
installation)
2 water inlet hoses

F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE (p, 18)
Tools Needed: Pads Needed:
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation) Shipping strap with fastener
G, LEVEL WASHER (p. 19)
Tools Needed: Pa_sNeeded:
_6in (1.45 cm)
open-end wrench
Flashlight (optional
depending on installation) Wood block
2 front leveling legs with nuts

Selecting the proper location for your
washer will improve its performance
and minimize concerns like washer
walk or noise.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
120-Volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or
20-ampere fused electrical supply is
required. (Time-delay fuse or circuit
breaker is recommended.) Connect to
individual branch circuit.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Improper connection of
the equipment grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock, Check
with a qualified electrician or serviceman
if you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded, Do not
modify the plug provided with the appli-
ance - if it will not fit the outlet, have
aproper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
For your personal safety, this washer
must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding
will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance
for electric current.
This washer is equipped with a power
supply cord having a 3 prong grounding
plug. To minimize possible shock hazard,
you must plug the power supply cord into
amating 3 prong grounding-type wall
receptacle, grounded in accordance with
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-
latest edition and all local codes and
ordinances.
3 prong
grounding*type
wall receptacle
3 prong
grounding plug
Grounding
prong
Power supply
_rd
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A. SELECT LOCATION
FOR YOUR WASHER -
RECESSED AREA/
CLOSET INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.
5[-
15 in
(48,3 cm)
*Oin--)"
(Ocm) _24 in --_4--* 0 in -_1 in,F251/2 in N 4in J_(- (6t cm) (O cm) (2.5 cm) (64.8 cm) (10,2 cm)
E_48 in_
(310cm2)-
minimum
ventilation
area
24 in2
(155cm2)
minimum-
ventilation
area
0 in
17.0 cm)
3 in
__(7.6 cm)
FrontView Side View FrontView
(DoorNotShown) (DoorShown) (DoorWithVent)
*Additionalclearanceforwall, doorandfloormoldingsmayhe required.
TOreducetransferof washersOullds,aclearance of 1 in (2.5 cm) onthe sidesofthewasherisrecommended.
•The installation spacing is in inches
(centimeters) and is the minimum
allowable.
• Allow additional space if other
appliances are to be installed in
the area.
•If closet door is installed, the
minimum air openings in top and
bottom are required. Louvered doors
with equivalent air openings in top
and bottom are acceptable.
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LAUNDRY TUB DRAIN SYSTEM
Check location where washer will be
installed. This washer can be installed
using one of three systems:
• Laundry tub drain system (below)
• Standpipe drain system (p, 13)
• Floor drain system (p. 13)
Do not store or operate washer at or
below 32°F (0°C) (some water may
remain in washer), See page 24 for
winterizing information.
Proper installation is your responsibility.
Make sure you have everything neces-
sary for correct installation including the
following points:
Grounded receptacle: Must
be within 4 ft (1.2 m) of where Hot and cold water faucets:
the power cord is attached to Must provide water pressure
the back of the washer.
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between 5-100 psi and be within
4 fl (1.2 m) of the hot and cold
water fill valves attached to the
back of the washer. Laundry tub drain system:
Needs a minimum 20 gal
H
f
Support: Floor must be sturdy
enough to support a total weight
of 315 Ibs (143 kg) (including
washer, water, and load weight).
Level floor: Maximum allow-
able slope under entire
washer - 1 in (2.5 cm)
Top of tub must be at
least 39 in (99 cm)
above floor and no
higher than 96 in
(2.4 m) from bottom
of washer.
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ALTERNATE LOCATIONS -
STANDPIPE AND FLOOR DRAIN SYSTEMS
Siphon break: Must be purchased
separately. See chart below.
\
39in
(99cm)
Standpipe drain system: Needs a 2 in
(5 cm) minimum diameter standpipe with
minimum carry-away capacity of 17 gal (64 L)
per minute. Top of standpipe must be at least
39 in (99 cm) above Boor and no higher than
96 in (2.4 m) from bottom of washer'.
Floor drain system: Requires a siphon break,
see chart below. A minimum carry-away
capacity of 17 gaI (64 L) per minute is
required.
If you have: You will need to buy:
Laundry tub or standpipe Sump pump system
taller than 96 in (2,4 m) (if not already available)
1 in (2.5 cm) diameter standpipe 2 in (5 cm) diameter to 1 in (2.5 cm)
diameter standpipe adapter, Part No.
3363920
Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal (76 L), 39 in (99 cm)
tall drain tub or utility sink and sump
pump (available from local plumbing
suppliers)
Floor drain Siphon break, Part No, 285320;
additional drain hose, Part No. 3357090;
and Connector Kit, Part No, 285442
Partslisted are availablefrom your local Sears store or Sears Service Center.In the United
States, call 1-800-366-PART(1-800-366-7278). In Canada, call 1-800-469-4663.
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B. REMOVE SHIPPING STRAP
Removing the shipping strap is
necessary for smooth operation.
If the shipping strap is not removed,
the washer will make excessive noise.
To prevent floor damage, set washer onto
cardboard before moving across floor.
Move washer close to its final location.
STEP 1. Read, then remove the label over
the electrical plug and shipping strap.
STEP 2. Pull the yellow shipping strap
completely out of the washer. Depending
on your model, there will be either two
or three cotter pins on the end of the
shipping strap when it is pulledout of the
washer. The electrical plug is attached to
this shipping strap.
Electrical plug
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Shippingstrap
STEP 3. Pull firmly to remove the
other end of the shipping strap pinned
to the back of washer. This will
release the rear self-leveling legs.
STEP 4. Cut the shipping strap about
16 in (40 cm) from plug end. Look for the
words "CUT HERE." Discard end with the
cotter pins. Slide remainder of shipping
strap free from the electrical plug. You
will use this to secure the drain hose.
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Pin
PULL

C. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE
Proper connection of the drain hose
will protect your floors from damage
due to water leakage.
STEP 1. To prevent the drain hose from
coming off or leaking, it must be installed
per the following instructions:
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installa-
tion, this procedure must be followed
exactly,
a. Wet the inside of the straight end of the
drain hose with tap water. DO NOT
USE ANY OTHER LUBRICANT.
b. Squeeze ears of silver, double-wire
clamp with pliers to open. Place clamp
over the straight end of the drain hose
in (6 mm) from the end.
c. Open clamp. Twist hose back and forth
while pushing down onto drain
connector at the bottom of the washer,
Continue until hose contacts the ribbed
stop on the cabinet,
d. Place clamp over area marked
"CLAMR" Release clamp.
)TWIST
AND
PUSH
%
1/4 in (-_
(6 rnm;_Orain H0se_ /_
Clamp
•114 in
Ribbed Stop (6 mm)
Cabinet
If you have: You will need to buy:
Drain hose that is too short Drain hose, Part No. 388423 and
hose kit, Part No. 285442
Drain hose that is too long Hose kit, Part No. 285442
A problem with lint clogging your drain Drain protector, Part No. 367031
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Cente[ In the United
States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). In Canada, call 1-800-469-4663.
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For standpipe or laundry tub drain
systems:
STEP 2. Open yellow, single-wire clamp
with pliers and slide over hooked end
of drain hose to secure the rubber and
corrugated sections together.
HonkedEnd
DrainHose
STEP 3. Put hooked end of drain hose
into laundry tub or standpipe. Check
for proper length of drain hose. Rotate
hook to eliminate kinks.
To prevent drain water from going back
into the washer:
• Do not straighten hooked end of drain
hose and force excess drain hose into
standpipe.
• Do not lay excess drain hose in bottom
of laundry tub.
D. CONNECTINLETHOSES
TO WASHER
Proper connection of your inlet hoses
will allow hot and cold water to enter
your washer properly. It also helps
prevent water damage due to leaks,
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after five
years of use to reduce the risk of hose
failure, Periodically inspect and replace
inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear,
or leaks are found. When replacing
your inlet hoses, mark the date of
replacement on the label with a
permanent marker.
STEP 1. Insert one new, fiat washer
(from the parts bag) into each end of
the inlet hoses. Check that washers
are firmly seated in couplings.
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Coupling Washer
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STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red
coupling to the hot water (bottom) inlet
valve. Attaching the red coupling first
makes it easier to tighten connection
with pliers, Screw on coupling by hand.
Make an additional two4hirds turn with
pliers to tighten coupling, DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage
the valves.
ColdWater
Inlet Valve
/
Hot
Water
Inlet
Valve
STEP 3. Attach the hose with the blue
coupling to the cold water (top) inlet valve.
Screw on coupling by hand, Make an addi-
tional two4hirds turn with pliers to tighten
coupling, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this
could damage valves.
E. CONNECT INLET HOSES
TO WATER FAUCETS
STEP 1, Make sure washer basket is
empty. Run water through both faucets
into a bucket or laundry tub to get rid of
particles in the water lines that might clog
hoses, Determine which faucet is hot and
which is cold. Mark the hot water faucet.
STEP 2. Attach the hose with the red
coupling to the hot water faucet. Screw
on coupling by hand. Make an additional
two4hirds turn with pliers to tighten
coupling, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN;
this could damage the coupling.
STEP 3. Attach the hose with the
blue coupling to the cold water faucet.
Screw on coupling by hand. Make an
additional two4hirds turn with pliers
to tighten coupling. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN; this could damage
the coupling.
STEP 4. Turn on water faucets and check
for leaks, A small amount of water may
enter the washer. You will drain this later.
If you have: You will need to buy:
Water faucets beyond the 2 longer water fill hoses:
reach of water fill hoses 6 ft (1.8 m) Part No. 76314
10 ft (3.0 m) Part No. 350008
Parts listed are available from your local Sears store or Sears Service Cente[ In the United
States, call 1-800-366-PART (1-800-469-4663). In Canada, call 1-800-469-4663.
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F. SECURE DRAIN HOSE
Securing the drain hose properly will
protect your floors from damage due
to water leakage.
STEP 1. Move washer to its final
location.
STEP 2. Locate the remaining piece
of shipping strap (not the end with the
three cotter pins) from STEP 4 of
"REMOVE SHIPPING STRAR" Use
it to wrap the drain hose together with
the laundry tub or standpipe. Push
fastener into the nearest hole in the
shipping strap.
If the water faucets and drain standpipe
are recessed, put hooked end of drain
hose in standpipe. Tightly wrap the
shipping strap around the drain hose
and water inlet hoses (not the handles
or stems). Push fastener into the
nearest hole in the shipping strap.
I
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" i
Fastener
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G. LEVEL WASHER
Leveling your washer properly pre-
vents excessive noise and vibration.
To install front legs: STEP 5. Move washer to its final
STEP 1. Prop front of washer up (about location.
4 in [10.2 cm]). Use a wood block or STEP 6. Tilt washer forward until rear
another object that will support the weight of washer is at least 3 in (7,6 cm) off
of the washer. If washer was placed floor. You may hear the self-adjusting
against a wall, move the washer out
slightly before tipping it up.
STEP 2, With one of the legs in hand,
screw lock nut onto leg d in (9.5 mm)
from top of leg base. This is the
recommended initial setting.
rear legs click into place, Lower washer
to floor. Check levelness of the washer
by placing a level on top of the washer,
first side-to-side; then front4o-back.
3/8 in
(9.5 ram)
STEP 3. Screw leg into washer base
by hand until nut reaches washer base.
Repeat for other leg.
STEP 7. If washer is not level, prop
up the front of the washer and adjust
the legs up or down as necessary, Lower
washer and reset self-adjusting rear legs
(as in Step 6). Repeat Step 7 until the
washer is level.
STEP 8. When washer is in its final
location and level, use a _ in (1.43 cm)
open-end wrench to turn nuts on front
legs tightly against washer cabinet, If nuts
are not tight against washer cabinet, the
washer may vibrate.
STEP 4. Tilt washer backward until
front of washer is off the wood block.
Remove wood block. Gently lower
washer to floor.
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REVIEW INSTALLATION
Take a few minutes to complete
this checklist. It will help assure you
that you have a proper installation
and increase your satisfaction with
your Sears washer.
Check electrical requirements.
Be sure you have correct electrical
supply and recommended grounding
method.
Check that you have:
• All the tools you started with.
• Removed all packaging materials.
• Removed shipping strap with
cotter pins,
• Installed all parts listed on
pages 7-9.
Check that:
• The washer is level.
• The nuts on the front legs are tight.
Check that the water faucets are
turned on.
FINAL STEPS
[ Plug power supply cord into
grounded outlet.
[ Remove the blue protective film on
the console and any tape remaining
on washer.
Take a few minutes and read the
Operating Instructions (pages 21-23)
to fully understand your new washer.
Then, start the washer and allow it to
complete the REGULAR cycle.
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