CompleteInstallation
1.Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.
2.Check that you have all of your tools.
3.Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. Keep the plastic foam for use if the washer/dryer should be transported.
4.Check the washer/dryer’s final location. Be sure the vent is not crushed or kinked.
5.Check that the washer/dryer is level and front leveling feet are tight. See “Level Washer/Dryer.”
6.In the U.S.A.
■For power supply cord installation, plug into a grounded outlet. For direct wire installation, turn on power.
In Canada
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
■ Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet. Turn on power.
7.Check that the water faucets are on.
8.Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
9.Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape remaining on the washer/dryer.
10.Read the Washer/Dryer User Instructions.
11.Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust.
12.To test the washer, measure ¹⁄₂ the normal recommended amount of detergent and pour it into the washer. Close the lid. Select HEAVY DUTY and pull out the Cycle Control knob. Allow the washer to complete one whole cycle.
13.To test the dryer, set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air cycle) for 20 minutes and start the dryer.
If the dryer will not start, check the following:
■Controls are set in a running or “On” position.
■Start button has been firmly pushed.
■Washer/dryer is plugged into a grounded outlet.
■Electrical supply is connected.
■Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped.
■Dryer door is closed.
14.When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel for heat.
If you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check the following:
■There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for the dryer. Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or that both circuit breakers have not tripped. If there is still no heat, contact a qualified technician.
NOTE: You may notice a burning odor when dryer is first heated. This odor is common when the heating element is first used. The odor will go away.
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