Kenmore 3948597B - Manual (Page 9)

Making a cycle check
1. Read “Washer Use” and run the washer through 1 complete
cycle.
2. Measure Vi of the normal recommended amount of powdered
or liquid detergent and pour it into the washer basket.
3. Close the lid.
4. The washer may be operated manually. Allow it to complete 1
whole cycle.
5. When the cycle is complete, check all hoses and connections
for proper operation and that they do not leak.
Testing and adjusting for standard start with coin slide
1. Advance timer manually to spin portion of cycle. Allow it to
shut off electrically.
2. Insert coin(s) and push the coin chute slide all the way in.
(Now pull the slide all the way out.) The appliance should start
on the return stroke of the coin chute slide.
3. If the washer does not start, see the "Adjusting Timer Clutch"
section and re-adjust the clutch.
4. After adjustment, retest the coin slide to make sure the unit
operates correctly.
All coin operated models have a timer that provides a QV^-minute
wash in the NORMAL Cycle. To check the cycle, push the coin
slide all the way in and pull all the way out. Note the wash cycle
time. If the washer does not start or does not provide the proper
wash time, the clutch assembly may need adjustment.
AWARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
NOTE: The washer was tested at the factory. Some time may
have been left so that the washer will start to operate before the
coin slide is operated. If this happens, take off the access panel
from the top of the meter case and set the clutch to OFF position
by hand. Then proceed with timer clutch check.
To adjust the clutch:
1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2. Remove the meter case access panel.
3. The clutch assembly has a timer clutch adjustment screw. If
the washer does not start after the coin slide has been
pushed all the way in and out, turn the clutch adjustment
screw clockwise (right).
4. If the timer goes past the third increment of fill, less than %Vi-
minutes of wash will be provided in the NORMAL Cycle. Turn
the clutch adjustment screw counterclockwise (left).
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1. Timer Front
2. Start
3. Off
4. Rotate
Counterclockwise
5. Timer Clutch
Adjustment Screw
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AWARNING
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Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
Removing Cabinet
1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2. Remove 2 screws on console at left and right side on bottom.