Level Washer - Maytag MHW8000AG Installation Manual

13.
Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hot water hose to hot water inlet valve. Screw coupling
by hand until it is snug. Use pliers to tighten couplings an
additional two-thirds turn. Repeat with cold water inlet valve.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tap or sealants on
valve when attaching to faucets or washer. Damage can result.
NOTE: To reduce risk of hose failure, replace the hoses every
5 years. Record hose installation or replacement dates for
future reference.
Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts,
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wear, or leaks are found.
14.
Check for leaks
Slowly turn on water faucets to check for leaks. A small
amount of water may enter washer. It will drain later.
15.
Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub Standpipe
4.5"
4.5"
4.5"
(114 mm)
(114 mm) (114 mm)
Secure drain hose to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet
hoses for wall standpipe with cable tie.
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LEVEL WASHER

Leveling your washer properly reduces excess noise
and vibration.
Remove cardboard from beneath washer. Place a level on top
edges of washer, checking each side and front. If not level, tip
washer and adjust feet up or down as shown in steps 18 and
19, repeating as necessary.
Wall
Grip washer from top and rock back and forth, making sure all
four feet are firmly on floor. Repeat, rocking washer from side
to side. If washer rocks, go to step 18 and adjust leveling feet.
If all four feet are in firm contact with floor, go to Step 19.
4.5"
4.5"
(114 mm) (113 mm)
16.
Check levelness of washer
Place level here
Not Level
17.
Rock washer to test foot contact
LEVEL Not Level