KitchenAid 3358952 User manual

KitchenAid”
Installation Instructions
Washer
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these instructions.
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with the homeowner.
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electrical inspector’s use.

Before you stat-t...
Check location where washer will
be installed. Proper installation is
your responsibility. ‘“-I-- -“--
Untape and open washer lid. Remove
packages and hoses from washer.
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for correct installation.
Hot and cold water faucets: Must be
within 4 feet of the back of the washer
and provide water pressure 5-l 00 PSI.
Laundry tub drain system: Needs a
20-gallon laundry tub. Top of tub must
be at least 34 inches high and no
Grounded electrical outlet is
required. See Electrical
requirements.
Standpipe drain system: Needs
a two-inch minimum diameter
standpipe with minimum
carry-away
capacity of
17 gallons per
minute. Top of
standpipe must ti
be at least 34
inches high and
no higher than F-f----
72 inches from
bottom of
washer.
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drain hose
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(Part No. 388423) and
hose extension kit (Part No.
285442) are available from
authorized parts distributors. If
drain hose must be shortened,
Floor drain /
system requires a
siphon break, Part
Important: Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
er heater: Set
water to washer.
SEE
INS1 ‘RUCTIONS ON
Support: Entire floor must be sturdy enough
support washer weight of 315 pounds.
BACK COVER.
Tools needed for
installation:
scissors
Parts supplied for
installation:
Remove parts from packages. Check that
all parts were included.
1 small clamp
literature package
1 drain hose
1 hose clamp
2 inlet hoses
4 flat water hose
washers
2 front leveling legs
with nuts
. Level floor:
under entire
Sctrical
equirements
Electrical Shock Hazard
l Electrical ground is required on
this appliance.
l If cold water pipe is interrupted by
plastic, non-metallic gaskets or
other insulating materials, Do Not
use for grounding.
. Do Not ground to a gas pipe.
l Do Not modify the power supply
cord plug. If it does not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
l Do Not have a fuse in the neutral
or grounding circuit. A fuse in the
neutral or grounding circuit could
result in an electrical shock.
l Do Not use an extension cord with
this appliance.
l Check with a qualified electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether
the appliance is properly
grounded.
Failure to follow these instructions
could result in serious injury or
death.
codes.permit and a separate
rounding wire is used, it is
tcommended that a qualified
lectrician determine that the
rounding path is adequate.
ZO-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20-
mpere fused electrical supply is
squired. (Time-delay fuse or circuit
reaker is recommended.) It is
?commended that a separate circuit
erving only this appliance be provided.
Maximum
washer-l slope
inch.
Product Damage
Do Not store or operate
washer below 32°F (some
water may remain in
washer).
See Use & Care Guide for
“Winterizing” Information.
Failure to follow above may
result in product damage.
Recommended
grounding method
For your personal safety, this appliance
must be grounded. This appliance 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 wall receptacle, grounded
in accordance with National Electrical
Code, ANSVNFPA 70-latest edition and
all local codes and ordinances. See
Figure 1. If a mating wall receptacle is
not available, it is the personal
responsibility and obligation of the
customer to have a properly grounded 3-
prong wall receptacle installed by a
qualified electrician.
3-prong
grounding
Plug j
3-prong
grounding-
type wall
receptacle
supply cord
Figure 1
Panel A

Now start...
With washer in laundry area.
1
Read, then remove label that
n covers yellow shipping strap and
power supply cord. Pull to completely
remove the yellow shipping strap with 2
cotterpins from the inside of the washer.
The power cord is attached to the shipping
strap.
Pull firmly to remove the other end of
shipping strap from the back of the
washer. The shipping strap plug must be
completely removed from the washer for
the self-leveling legs to be released.
Save the shipping strap for use in
Step 15.
Numbers
correspond to
steps.
Jse new hoses and washers that came
vith your washer.
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coupling washer
nserl a flat washer into each end of the
qlet hoses. Check that washers are firmly
seated in couplings.
Inlets are plastic.
Do not strip or
crossthread.
3
Attach hose to bottom inlet valve
n opening first; then second hose to
top inlet. Tighten couplings by hand.
Then use pliers to make an additional
two-thirds turn.
MPORTANT: THIS PROCEDURE MUST
3E FOLLOWED TO ASSURE PROPER
NSTALLATION.
4
Install the drain hose following
n these instructions:
1. Wet the inside end of the drain hose
with tap water. DO NOT USE ANY
OTHER LUBRICANT.
2. Squeeze ears of clamp with pliers to
of the washer.
open and place clamp over the
end of the drain hose.
3. While holding clamp open, work
end of drain hose onto drain
connector until drain hose is within
l/4” of ribbed stop.
4. When the end of the drain hose is
within l/4” of ribbed stop, position
clamp on drain hose so that the
bottom of the clamp is l/4” from the
end of the hose, release pliers.
5
Open clamp
I and slide over
look” end of drain hose
) secure the rigid and
orrugated sections
lgether.
Floor Damage
Slide washer onto cardboard or
hardboard before moving across
floor.
Failure to do so may cause damage
to floor covering.
6
Move washer close to final
n oosition. Put “hook” end of drain
ose intb laundry tub or standpipe. Checl
or proper length of drain hose.
10 NOT FORCE EXCESS LENGTH OF
IRAIN HOSE DOWN THE STANDPIPE.
-HIS COULD CAUSE SIPHONING.
7
Before
n attaching
vater inlet hose,
un water through
10th faucets into
1bucket. This will
jet rid of particles y’$$‘i
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n the water lines that might clog hoses.
Aark which is the hot water faucet.
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Panel B

8
Attach bottom hose (inlet
W marked “H”) to hot water faucet.
Attach top hose (inlet marked “C”) to cold
Nater faucet. Tighten coupling to faucet
myhand; then use pliers to make final two
hirds turn.
9
Carefully tilt washer backward
n
until front of washer is 3-4 inches
off of floor. Insert piece of wood as brace.
10
Use legs and nuts from parts
n package. Screw nut down to
Nithin l/2 inch of b&e.
Insert legs into correct holes at each froni
corner of washer until nuts touch washer.
Do not tighten nuts until Step 15.
Floor Damage
Slide washer onto cardboard or
hardboard before moving across
floor.
Failure to do so may cause damage
to floor covering.
12
Tilt washer backward and
W remove wood block.
Gently lower washer to floor.
Move washer to its final locatior
Remove cardboard or hardboarc
from under washer.
13
Tilt washer forward, raising
n back legs 1 inch off of floor tc
adjust rear self-leveling legs. Gently
lower washer to floor. Check levelness c
the washer by placing a carpenter’s level
on top of the washer, first side to side;
then front to back.
Panel C
If washer is not level,
screw the front legs up or down to adjust.
qepeat Step 13.
rNhen washer is level, use
wrench to turn nuts on front
legs up tightly against washer
base. If nuts are not tight
against washer base, the
washer may vibrate.
Property Damage
Secure the drain hose to the tub or
standpipe with the shipping strap
removed from the back of the washer.
Failure to properly secure drain hose
could result in water damage.
After strap has been removed from
masher, measure and mark a point
approximately 15 inches from the plug end
or at the wall standpipe point of the
shipping strap. Cut the shipping strap at
this point. Remove power supply cord plug
from strap.
Check that hose is not twisted
and is securely in place. Rotate
end of hose to remove twist.
A
strap
Put “hook’ end of drain hose in tub or
standpipe. Tightly wrap the shipping strap
around the drain hose and standpipe or
tub leg and drain hose as shown in
Figures A-B. Push plug into the nearest
hole in the shipping strap.
If the water inlet faucets and drain stand-
pipe are recessed, put “hook” end of drain
hose in tub or standpipe. Tightly wrap the
shipping strap around the drain hose and
faucet bodies (not the handles or stems)
as shown in Figure C. Push plug into the
nearest hole in the shipping strap.
L
If a longer drain hose is needed, drain
hose (Part No. 388423) and hose
extension kit (Part No. 285442) are
available from authorized parts
distributors. If drain hose must be
shortened, use hose kit (Part No. 285442).
Note: It washer is moved to adjust drain hose, the
washer must be leveled again. Repeat Steps 14-
15. Place cardboard under the washer and
carefully move washer to avoid damaging floor
covering.
16
CHECK ELECTRICAL
n REQUIREMENTS. BE SURE
YOU HAVE CORRECT ELECTRICAL
SUPPLY AND RECOMMENDED
GROUNDING METHOD.
17
Check that all parts are now
n installed. See parts list,
Panel A. If there is an extra part, go back
through steps to see which step was
skipped.
18
Turn on water faucets and
W check for leaks. Tighten
couplings if there is leaking. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN; this could cause
damage to faucet.
19
Check that you have all of
n
your tools. Check that the
shipping strap with 2 cotterpins and plug
was removed from the back of the washer
and used to secure the drain hose.
20
Plug power supply cord into
n
grounded outlet.
21
Take a few minutes and
n read the Use and Care Guide
to fully understand your new washer. Nova
start the washer and allow it to complete
the regular cycle.
Toget the mostefficient use
from your washer,read your
KitchenAid Useand Care
Guide. Keep /nsfu//ufion
Instructionsand Guide close
to washerfor easy reference.

Closet door Closet door
Recessed area
instructions
This washer may be installed in a
recessed area or closet.
The installation spacing is in inches and is
minimum allowable.
Additional spacing should be considered for
ease of installation and servicing.
If closet door is installed, the minimum air
openings in top and bottom are required.
Louvered doors with air openings in top and
bottom area acceptable.
Companion appliance spacing should be
considered.
If you need
assistance...
The KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center
will answer any questions about operating or
maintaining your washer not covered in the
Installation Instructions. The KitchenAid
Consumer Assistance Center is open 24
hours a day, 7 days a week. Just dial l-(800)
422-1230 - the call is free.
When you call, you will need the washer
model number and serial number. Both
numbers can be found on the serial/rating
plate located under the washer lid and on top
of the washer.
Part No. 3358952
0 1993 KitchenAid
l Additional clearances for wall, door
and floor moldings may be required.
Front view
(door not shown) Side view
Minimum installation spacing
If you need service...
In the event that your KitchenAid appliance
should need service, call the dealer from
whom you purchased the appliance or
KitchenAid-authorized service company. A
KitchenAid-authorized service company is
listed in the Yellow Pages of your telephone
directory under “Appliances - Household -
Major - Service or Repair”. You can also
obtain the service company’s name and
telephone number by dialing, free, within the
continental United States, the KitchenAid
Consumer Assistance Center telephone
number, l-(800) 422-l 230. A special
Prepared by KitchenAid, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085
Front view
operator will tell you the name and number of
your nearest KitchenAid-authorized service
company.
Maintain the quality built into your KitchenAid
appliance - call a KitchenAid-authorized
service company.
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