Installation Instructions; Transport, Handling, Inspection, And Storage; Moving To Final Location - Maytag MFS80 Installation Instructions Manual

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Transport, Handling, Inspection, and Storage

NOTE: Refer to "Equipment for Handling, Transport, and

Storage" under "Tools, Parts, and Equipment" for proper handling

of washer.

1. Inspect carton for damage. Inspect washer if carton shows

signs of damage. Do not remove washer from pallet.

2. Verify model number and serial number

on the data plate with your order.

Remove accessories and manuals

from inside washer drum.

3. Store inside in a temperature controlled

environment -13° and 131°F (-25° and

55°C). Do not expose washer to the

weather. Humidity levels must be

between 30 to 90% without condensation.

IMPORTANT: Make sure that all components are secured during

transportation and installation.

Moving to Final Location

IMPORTANT:

Make sure all passages and spaces through which the

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washer will be moved to its installation location are high

enough and wide enough for the washer and its packaging.

Do not push, pull, or press the parts protruding from the

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washer (front section, door, control panel, belt cover, water

inlet, outlet pipes, etc.).

To avoid damage during handling and installation, make sure

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all protruding parts are secured.

1. Move the washer near the point of installation with a lift truck

and remove packing material.

2. Loosen the 4 - M16 x 160 mm bolts attaching the washer to

the pallet and gently lift washer.

IMPORTANT: Washer is very heavy. Consider equipment and

manpower required to move this washer prior to installation and

be sure that all necessary preparations are made.

Fastening Washer to Concrete Floor

1. Washer is to be attached to the concrete floor with anchor

bolts. All four footings must come into firm contact with

the floor.

2. Level washer's base frame with a level.

3. Do not tighten nuts of the anchor bolts until the concrete floor

or base has completely cured.

4. Tighten the nuts of the anchoring bolts to a maximum

155 lbf.ft/210 Nm for the bolts on Models MFS80, MFS100,

and MFS125. For Models MFS180, MFS230, and MFS275

tighten the nuts of the anchoring bolts to a maximum of

36 lbf.ft/49 Nm.

5. See "Dimensions and Technical Specifications" section for

installation measurements.