Steam water inlet connection

Connecting the Steam Water Inlet Hose

To use steam, the dryer must be connected to the cold water tap with a new water supply hose. Do not use old hoses.

Before you begin: - Make sure you have a suitable cold water faucet. - Use only new hoses for installation. - If your water supply has a lot of debris, a whole home water filter may help keep debris from reaching the dryer inlet. - Do not install or store the appliance where it may be exposed to freezing temperatures.

Important hose and water-supply limits - Check hoses regularly for cracks, leaks, and wear. - Replace hoses every five years. - Do not stretch the hoses on purpose. - Do not let hoses become pinched, crushed, or kinked. - Water supply pressure must be between 20 psi and 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa). - If water pressure is above 120 psi, a pressure reducing valve must be installed. - Do not use flood-preventing hoses with auto shut off devices. These can be tripped during filling and prevent proper filling. - If the appliance was exposed to freezing temperatures before installation, allow it to stand at room temperature for several hours before use and check for leaks before operating.

Step 1: Inspect the hoses and seals Check the threaded fitting on each hose. - Make sure a rubber seal is in place at both ends of each hose. - This helps prevent leaking.

Step 2: Connect the hoses to the faucet Connect all water supply hoses tightly by hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn with pliers.

Do not overtighten or cross-thread the fittings. Overtightening or cross-threading can damage the valves or couplings and cause leaking and property damage.

Step 3: Choose the correct installation type

Type 1: Without washer sharing the faucet Use this setup when the dryer does not share the faucet with a washing machine. 1. Connect the straight end of the long hose to the cold water faucet. 2. Connect the long dryer hose to the dryer inlet valve. Tighten it by hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn with pliers. 3. Turn on the cold water faucet.

Type 2: With washer sharing the faucet Use this setup when the dryer shares the faucet with a washing machine. 1. Shut off the cold water tap and remove the washer inlet hose. 2. Connect the short hose to the Y-connector using one of the rubber seals. 3. Connect the other end of the short hose to the cold water faucet. 4. Connect the long dryer hose to one side of the Y-connector. Connect the washer hose to the washer and the other side of the Y-connector. 5. Connect the long dryer hose to the dryer inlet valve tightly by hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn with pliers. 6. Turn on the cold water faucet.

Step 4: Flush the water line Before connecting the water line to the dryer, flush several gallons of water into a drain or bucket. This helps remove foreign particles such as sand and scale so they do not clog the dryer inlet valve.

Step 5: Check for leaks Check all hoses and Y-connectors, if used, for leaks.

If you find a leak: - Shut off the water faucet. - Remove the hose. - Check the condition of the rubber seal.

Hard water note In areas with hard water, mineral scale can build up on internal components. Using a water softener is recommended. Excessive scale buildup may eventually require part replacement or repair.

Quick checklist - New hose only, no old hoses - Rubber seals installed at both ends - Tighten by hand, then 2/3 turn with pliers - No leaks at hoses or Y-connector - Cold water faucet turned on - Hose is not pinched, crushed, or kinked - Water pressure is within the stated range

When to stop and correct the installation Stop and recheck the connection if: - The hose leaks - The fittings were overtightened or cross-threaded - The hose has no rubber seal - The water line was not flushed before connection - The hose uses an auto shut off flood-preventing device

FAQ

Q: Can I use my old water hose? A: No. The manual says to use a new water supply hose and not to reuse old hoses.

Q: How tight should the hose connections be? A: Tighten the hoses by hand, then use pliers for another 2/3 turn. Do not overtighten.

Q: What should I do if I find a leak? A: Shut off the faucet, remove the hose, and check the rubber seal.

Q: Can I use a hose with an auto shut off device? A: No. The manual says not to use flood-preventing hoses with auto shut off devices.

Q: What water pressure is allowed? A: The water supply pressure must be between 20 psi and 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa).

Q: Do I need to flush the water line first? A: Yes. The manual says to flush several gallons of water into a drain or bucket before connecting the line to the dryer.

Q: What if my home has hard water? A: The manual recommends using a water softener in areas with hard water.