Kohler K-3797-0- Installation Manual

5 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Model Identification Thank you for purchasing this washer. Please readthese Installation Instructions thoroughly. This manualprovides proper maintenance information. Anyquestions, call the Consumer Affairs Department at1-800-843-0304 inside U.S.A. and 1-319-622-5511outside the U.S...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 6 General Operation Definition The cycle begins with a wash fill. The water temperatureis determined by the temperature selector. While waterfills the washtub, a column of air is trapped in thepressure bulb and hose. Air pressure continues toincrease as the washtub fills with water ...

Component Testing Information ! WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to washer before servicing, unlesstesting requires it. RS3100007 Rev. 0 7 Illustration Component Test Procedure Results Rocker switch(Extra Rinse) Measure resistance of switchpositi...

Internal Motor Diagram and Schematic ! WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to washer before servicing, unlesstesting requires it. RS3100007 Rev. 0 9 R W BR BU Y P White Blue Yellow Red Brown R Wire harness connection block RU N STAR T G Y BU BR W R ...

Troubleshooting Procedures ! WARNING To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to washer before servicing, unlesstesting requires it. RS3100007 Rev. 0 12 1. No hot water. Possible Cause Result Hot water supply faucet is closed. Open faucet. Water supply is cold. ...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures 17 RS3100007 Rev. 0 WARNIN G ! NOTE: When reference is made to directions (right or left) in this manual, it is from operator’s positionfacing front of washer. NOTE: To avoi...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures RS3100007 Rev. 0 18 WARNIN G ! Before attaching wire harness terminal blocks to timer,verify all male terminals on timer are straight and arecapable of accepting terminals f...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures 19 RS3100007 Rev. 0 WARNIN G ! Pressure Switch 1. Loosen control hood assembly, see “Control Hood Assembly” procedure steps 1 and 2. 2. Disconnect wires and plastic hose fro...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures RS3100007 Rev. 0 20 WARNIN G ! Loading door 5. Maneuver loading door from washer cabinet top. Loading door 6. Remove screws securing right hinge and remove loading door. 7. ...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures 21 RS3100007 Rev. 0 WARNIN G ! 7. Apply a small amount of supplied grease, No. 36765P, to inside sealing lips of seal. Apply grease toinside sealing lips Transmission output...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures RS3100007 Rev. 0 22 WARNIN G ! Service Access Panel NOTE: Screws located at bottom edge of service access panel do not have to be removed as theholes in service access panel...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures 23 RS3100007 Rev. 0 WARNIN G ! 6. Remove bolts securing motor and mounting bracket to lower outer tub flange and to weldment assembly. Motor mountingattaching screws Belt Id...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures RS3100007 Rev. 0 24 WARNIN G ! Motor Disassembly 1. Remove nuts, steel washers, spacers and rubber mounts securing motor to mounting bracket. Motorassembly Motormounting bra...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures 25 RS3100007 Rev. 0 WARNIN G ! Locking tab Switch attaching screws Connection block Motorswitch 4. Remove screw securing motor switch to motor and remove switch. 5. Disconne...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures RS3100007 Rev. 0 26 WARNIN G ! Tub Cover and Gasket 1. There are eight tub cover hold-down tabs which snap over the outer tub flange. Push downward on tubcover, this will re...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures 27 RS3100007 Rev. 0 WARNIN G ! 14. Remove screws and lockwashers securing counterweight and each support leg to outer tubweldment. Lift transmission, weldment assembly andco...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures RS3100007 Rev. 0 28 WARNIN G ! Weldment and Bearing Assembly 1. Remove outer tub, see Outer Tub” procedure, steps 1 through 11. 2. Remove screw, washer and helix holding dri...

To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, ordeath, disconnect power to unit before servicing. Disassembly Procedures 29 RS3100007 Rev. 0 WARNIN G ! Transmission Assembly 1. Remove outer tub, see Outer Tub” procedure, steps 1 through 11. 2. Remove screws securing each support leg to outer t...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 A–2 CONNECT WATER FILL HOSES TO WASHER Tightly push one flat rubberwasher into one end of eachwater fill hose and attach this endof hose to washer. HOT andCOLD connections are identifiedby letters H and C stamped intowasher cabinet and by HOT andCOLD printed on water fill hoses. MOV...

A–3 RS3100007 Rev. 0 SECURE DRAIN HOSE TO DRAIN Remove drain hose from shippingposition on rear of washer byunhooking hose from retainerclamp. Use beaded tie-downstrap to secure “hook” end of drainhose to standpipe, wall inlet hoses,or laundry tub (must hold at least 20gallons). IMPORTANT: To preven...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 A–4 POSITION AND LEVEL WASHER Position washer in final location on clean, dry, firm, andlevel floor. NOTE: To avoid damage to legs and base, do not slide washer across floor if leveling legs have beenextended. 1. Loosen 7 /8" locknuts and extend front leveling legs. Place rubber...

A–5 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Installation Summary ScrewdriverPliersWrench Level You'll Need a Few Things Before You Begin 2 flat rubber washers 2 screened hose filters HOT COLD 2 water fill hoses 4 rubber leveling foot pads beaded tie-down strap Tools Parts Supplied (In shipping brace) Run through a cycle b...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 A–6 Important Safety Information Save These Instructions Grounding Instructions For safety, washer must be grounded. All washer power supply cords areequipped with 3-prong grounding plug. Plug on cord must be plugged intoappropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in ...

A–7 RS3100007 Rev. 0 ü Before You Install Consider Description Location Use dimensions shown in manual to determine space needed for easyinstallation and servicing. Install washer on a solid floor. Never install washer on a platform or weaksupport structure. Wood floor constructions may sometimes ne...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–2 Owner's Manual Top Loading Washer Keep instructions for future reference. Be sure manual stays with washer. Contents Important Safety Information ....... B–4Starting the Wash ...................... B–5Cycles ....................................... B–7Dispensers ....................

B–3 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels DANGER ! DANGER—Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death. WARNING ! WARNING—Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death. CAUTION ! CAUTION—Hazards or unsafe practices whic...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–4 Important Safety Information WARNING ! To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injur y, or death w hen using your washer, follow these basic precautions: 17. Use only fabric softeners or products to eliminate static thatare appropriate for automaticwashers. 18. Keep your...

B–5 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Starting the Wash 1. Prepare clothes for washing For best wash results: • Remove items from pockets and cuffs• Close zippers and fasteners; mend rips and tears• Sort items into separate loads• Pre-treat stains and heavily soiled areas 2. Select WASH/RINSE temperature Always foll...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–6 Starting the Wash (cont'd) 4. Select WASH/SPIN speed Select wash/spin speed most appropriate to type of fabric in wash load.See chart below. WASH/SPINSPEED LOAD TYPE Regular/Fast Sturdy fabrics needing maximum water extraction Regular/Slow Sturdy fabrics needing slower spin spee...

B–7 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Cycles REGULAR Use for sturdy items, like play or work clothes, towels, T-shirts, etc. DOUBLE WASH DOUBLE WASH automaticallyadvances into the REGULAR washcycle. Use to wash heavily soiledclothes twice with detergent ineach cycle. To deliver extra detergent,• LIQUID DETERGENT: pl...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–8 Dispensers Fabric Softener Dispenser Fabric softener dispenser islocated on top of agitator.Dispenser automatically releasesliquid fabric softener at proper timeduring rinse cycle. Fabric Softener Use Tips • Liquid fabric softeners are dispensed during final rinse. Donot combine...

B–9 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Lint Filter Amana's self cleaning lint filter works throughout the wash cycle to constantlyremove lint and other residue from the water. Located between the outer andinner tub, the lint filter removes lint as water passes from the bottom of theouter tub back to the inner tub. As...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–10 Moving and Storage Moving Washer to New Location Replace shipping plug under motorand shipping brace in tub. Refer toInstallation Instructions for properprocedures whenever washer ismoved. See illustration. Shipping plug and location in washer Shipping brace Cold Storage and No...

B–11 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Trouble Shooting You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concerns thatare not the result of defective workmanship or materials. If your question is not explained below, contact AmanaConsumer Affairs Department at 800-...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–12 Trouble Shooting (cont'd) TOPIC POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION WATER Wash load too wet after spin Overloaded wash tub Do not overload washer. Unbalanced load Rearrange load to allow proper spin. Kinked drain hose Straighten drain hose. Water enters slowly or doesnot enter washer Inade...

B–13 RS3100007 Rev. 0  1999 Amana Appliances Amana, Iowa 52204 Part No. 40068302Printed in U.S.A. 8/99 Amana Washer Warranty Full ONE Year War ranty For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, Amana will repair or replace any part that fails due to adefect in materials or workmanshi...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–2 Top Loading Washer Keep instructions for future reference.Be sure manual stays with washer. ContentsImportant Safety Information ................................. C–3Product Registration and Service .......................... C–4Before You Install ..................................

RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–4 Important Information Thank you for buying an Amana washer! Please take the time to complete the registration card and return promptly. If registrationcard is missing, call Amana Consumer Affairs Department. When contacting Amana,provide product information from serial plate fou...

C–5 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Before You Install Motor Overload ProtectorInternal overload protector automatically stops motor inevent of overload. Overload protector resets inapproximately 3 minutes and motor automaticallyrestarts. If overload protector stops motor again, quitusing washer and call service t...

RS3100007 Rev . 0 C–8 STEP 7 Before first use to wash clothes, add water and detergent to tubRun through one wash cycle IMPORTANT: To prevent siphoning, do not place ribbed portion of drain hose into standpipe. Avoidair-tight seal around standpipe adapter. POSITION AND LEVEL WASHER Position washer o...

C–9 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Operating Instructions Washer Control Panel To Wash Clothes Clean clothes are the result of proper load preparation,water temperature selection, detergent, and amount ofwater in wash cycle. See Washing Guide in literature packet for additional wash preparation instructions. 1. P...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–10 WASH/SPINSPEED LOAD TYPE Regular/Fast Sturdy fabrics needing maximumwater extraction Regular/Slow Sturdy fabrics needing slower spinspeed to reduce wrinkling Gentle/Fast Heavy loads of delicate fabricsneeding fast spin for better waterextraction Gentle/Slow Delicate fabrics nee...

C–11 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Helpful Hints and Features Following are general suggestions for using your top-load washer. See Amana’s Washing Guide for detailed information about preparing your wash loads, effect ofwater hardness, water temperature settings, load sizes,laundry aids, special care items, and...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–12 Care and Cleaning Automatic Balance System Your new washer will automatically adjust tounbalanced loads without shutting down or interruptingthe cycle. The cycle will automatically complete at thefastest spin speed possible. In a severe out-of-balance condition, clothes maycont...

C–13 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Before Calling Service TO P IC P O S S IB LE C AU S E S O L U TIO N N O IS E “Clunking” or gearsounds N orm al m echanical sounds incom m ercial-quality w asher N orm al operation. Loose objects, such as coins or pins, intub or pum p Stop washer and check tub. R em ove loose ob...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–14 Before Calling Service TO PIC POSSIBLE C AUSE SOLUTION W ATE R W ash load too w et afterspin O verloaded wash tub D o not overload w asher. See W ashing G uide for details. U nbalanced load R earrange load to allow proper spin. Kinked drain hose S traighten drain hose. W ater e...

C–15 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Cold Storage and Non-Use Periods Cold Weather Care If washer is delivered when outside temperature isbelow freezing, or if washer is stored in unheated roomor area during cold months, do not operate untilwasher has warmed to room temperature. Do notinstall or operate washer whe...

RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–16 Warranty Home Laundry Automatic Washer Product Full Two Year Warranty Five Year Full Warranty on Transmission Limited Five Year Warranty on Cabinet Limited Ten Year Warranty on Transmission Limited Twenty Year Warranty on Stainless Steel Inner Wash Tub Warranty Provides For:FIR...

C–17 RS3100007 Rev. 0 Fast Track for Installing Washer See manual for details Move washer to final installation areaRemove shipping brace and shipping plug 1 Push rubber washer into end of fill hose Connect water fill hoses to washer 2 Connect water fill hoses to faucets 3 Secure drain hose to drain...