Kenmore front loader run with shipping bolts in

all machines come with installed Transit bolts, these are removed before the machine is used, and should be kept in case you need to move the machine later on. The transit bolts lock the drum to prevent movement whilst moving the machine. If you do not have these, I would suggest looking for some. However I have moved a machine without the bolts in and as long as you are reasonably careful there should be no problems.

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The washer should come already equipped with the drain hose and color coded fill hoses (RED stripe for HOT water, BLUE stripe for COLD water. The water tap hookups are also embossed on the back of the washer, to ensure you don't cross the hoses. It will also have shipping bolts installed that stabilze the drum for delivery. If you're having it delivered, make sure the technicians remove the shipping bolts prior to using the washer.

The following link explains how to access and replace the door bellow on a Kenmore Elite front loader:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r3574186-installing_a_door_bellow_on_a_front_load


Step 12 refers to how to reinstall the front bellow clamp (wire hoop with a spring).

Replacement parts (if required) can be purchased at any of the following websites:

searspartsdirect.com
pcappliancerepair.com
appliancepartspros.com
repairclinic.com

All these sites are reputable and offer great service with competitive pricing, so shop and compare. The first three sites I listed also include helpful exploded view parts diagrams to assist you in locating and properly identifying the parts you need. The part number for a replacement bellow for the model you listed this question under is 8182119.

If you have questions about this repair, please post back and let me know. I hope you find this information helpful.

NOTE: The delivery time for parts depends on the postage you are willing to pay. Each site varies, so you will need to review their shipping costs. Some ship in as little as one day.

make sure the unit is totally level on all4 corners if this dont cure it make sure there arent any shipping bolts toward the bottom that were supposed to be removed after installing that are still on them they will have a yellow or red tag that will say remove after shipping hope this helps

Make sure you have removed all the shipping bolts and straps. Front loaders come with bolts that go thru the back to keep the drum from moving during shipping. If you brought the washer home yourselves you may have left in these shipping bolts. Refer to you installation manual. It will give detailed instructions on how to set up your washer. If bolts are left in place the washer will vibrate and shake excessively and cause major damage if left in for too long.

first of all. comming from a Sears Technician.. (don't yell) -- the delivery drivers only know about delivering stuff. they dont know too much,
if the two are the same size they can be stacked.
sometimes have to rig something up
and yes, for that model the top is removed, clips go on the rear and screwed at the front.
in some areas it is sold seperatly as a stacking kit

u need to remove the shipping bolts, found in the back of the washer, 4 long bolts used to hold the drum in place while transporting. we had same prob

try sears.com for parts may be able to order shipping bolts through them or whirpool ..should have been saved when 1st installed

find the original shipping stuff the long plastic dowels can be reinserted and if i remember right there is a bolt or pin that goes back through them to hold them in place.. if all else fails you may try removing top and shoving thick quilts down sides and back between drum and cabinet ..remove bottom and put something under tub to prevent a lot of motion up and down on the shocks and springs ..hope this helps i'm in repair not delivery so i seldom see the shipping materials if its not a long move just careful handling may be enough