Troubleshcx)ting, Noisy, Leaking – Kenmore 3948597B User Manual

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■ Shut off hot and cold water outlets when washer is not in use.

■ Drain machine to prevent damage if washer will be subjected

to freezing temperatures.

Be sure the open end of the drain hose does not fall or drop

down lower than the water level in the machine. Water will siphon
out of washer if this happens.

1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.

2. Coil power cord and tape to rear of washer.

3. Remove inlet hoses from faucets. Push them into washer. Do

not kink.

4. Remove wire form and push drain hose into washer. Do not

kink.

5. Tape lid closed.

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Prop washer up about 4 in. (10.2 cm) on one or two corner

posts from shipping carton, remove spacers, turn front feet in

flush with cabinet.

7. Push rear leveling legs up and tape securely.

8. Stuff a blanket between top of basket and washer lid EXCEPT

in area of safety lid switch.

9. Washer is ready for shipping.

NOTE: When washer is reinstalled, use new hoses.

If you need an additional parts list, contact your local Sears store

or Sears Service Center. Make sure to furnish the complete
model number when ordering.

TROUBLESHCX)TING

First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid

the cost of a service call...

NOTE: Washer will not operate with the lid open.

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Noisy

Is the load balanced and the washer level? The wash load
should be balanced and not overloaded. The washer must be
level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts

tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See the

Installation Instructions.

Did you completely remove the yellow shipping strap with
cotter pins? See the Installation Instructions.

Are the gears engaging after the drain and before spin, or

is the upper part of agitator clicking during wash? These
are normal washer noises.

Leaking

■ Check the following:

Are the fill hoses tight?

Are the fill hose washers properly seated?

Is the drain hose clamp properly installed? See the
Installation Instructions.

■ Is the sink or drain clogged? Sink and standpipe must be

able to handle 17 gal. (64 L) of water per minute.

■ Is water deflecting off the tub ring or the load? Center the

tub before starting the washer. The wash load should be

balanced and not overloaded. The fill or spray rinses can
deflect off the load. The washer must be level. The front feet
should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the
rear leveling legs (if needed). See the Installation Instructions.

■ Check household plumbing for leaks.

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