Connect Inlet Hoses - Whirlpool W11449282C Installation Instructions Manual

Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Minimum
carry-away capacity: 10 gallon (38 L) per minute. Top of
standpipe must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; install no higher
than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer.
4d. Laundry tub drain system.
8"
(203 mm)
(990 mm)
Minimum capacity: 20 gallon (76 L). The top of the laundry tub
must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor.

CONNECT INLET HOSES

Insert new hose washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet
hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings.
Washer Coupling
Connect Inlet Hoses to Water Faucets
1. Attach hose to hot water faucet. Screw on coupling until
it is seated on washer. Repeat process for cold water.
2. Use pliers to tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds
turn.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on valve
when attaching to faucets or washer. Damage can result.
8
39"
3. Secure drain hose to inlet hose with zip strap.
Clear Water Lines
Run water through both faucets and inlet hoses,
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into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to get
rid of particles in the water lines that might clog
the inlet valve screens.
Check the temperature of the water to make
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sure that the hot water hose is connected to the
hot water faucet and that the cold water hose
is connected to the cold water faucet.
Connect Inlet Hoses to Washer
1. Attach cold water hose to cold water inlet valve marked
with a blue ring. Screw coupling by hand until it is snug.
2. Attach hot water hose to hot water inlet valve marked
with a red ring. Screw coupling by hand until it is snug.
3. Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn.
NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the valve can result.