Whirlpool W10096749 Connect the Inlet Hoses, Clear the water lines, Check for leaks

Connect the Inlet Hoses

The washer must be connected to the water faucets using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.

Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings.

AB

A.Coupling

B.Washer

Connect the inlet hoses to the washer

A

B

Connect the inlet hoses to the water faucets

Make sure the washer basket is empty.

1.Attach the hose labeled hot to the hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

2.Attach the hose labeled cold to the cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

3.Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.

A. Cold water inlet valve

B. Hot water inlet valve

1.Attach the hot water hose to the bottom inlet valve.

2.Attaching the hot water coupling first makes it easier to tighten connection with pliers.

3.Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

Tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve. Damage to the valves can result.

4.Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve. Damage to the valves can result.

Clear the water lines

■ Run water through both faucets and inlet hoses, into a laundry tub, drainpipe or bucket, to get rid of particles in the water lines that might clog the inlet valve screens.

■ Check the temperature of the water to make sure that the hot water hose is connected to the hot water faucet and that the cold water hose is connected to the cold water faucet.

5. Attach the cold water hose to the top inlet valve.

6. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

7. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve. Damage to the valves can result.

Check for leaks

Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks. A small amount of water might enter the washer. You will drain this later.

NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates for future reference.

■ If you connect only one water hose, you must cap off the remaining water inlet port.

■ Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.

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