Kenmore 131801800 - Manual (Page 4)

LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
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 or closet:
Sides, Rear = 0 in. (0 cm)
Top = 0 in. (0 cm) Front Console Model
Top »15 in. (38.1 cm) Rear Console Model
When Installed in closet: Front = 1 in. (2.54 cm)
Closet door ventilation required: 2 louvered openings
each 60 in* (387 cm^), 3 in. (7.6 cm) from top and
bottom of door.
UNPACKING
1. Cut the shipping carton along the dotted line along
the base of the unit.
2. While in the carton carefully lay the washer on its
back side.
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Remove the styrofoam base.
Carefully return the washer to an upright position
and remove the carton.
Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (122cm)
of the final location.
Remove the following from the back side of the
washer: 4 bolts,
4 yellow plastic spacers,
4 metal "P" clamps.
Remove the service panel from the front of the
washer.
Remove the 4 nuts and 6 large washers that attach
the 2 yellow shipping braces to the drum and the
base. Lift up on the drum and remove the braces
(a yellow ribbon surrounds the items to be
removed). These braces must be removed to allow
the power supply cord to be released from the
shipping ring.
Remove the large styrofoam block located under
the drum. Lift up on the drum, tilt the base of the
foam block inwards toward the rear of the washer
until free, then pull it out.
10. Remove and discard the yellow ribbon and label
from the front of the washer.
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11. From the rear of the washer, carefully pull out the
power supply cord through the hole in the
backsheet.
12. Replace the service panel and screws.
NOTE: If the washer is to be transported at a later
date, the shipping support hardware must
be reinstalled to prevent shipping damage.
Retain the hardware in the plastic bag
provided.