Installation Requirements - Whirlpool MVWC400XW Technical Education

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.
Tools needed:
Adjustable or open end Level
wrench / " (14 mm)
9
16
4" min
(102 mm )
Wood block
Ruler or measuring tape
Pliers that open to 1 ⁄ "
9
16
(39.5 mm)
Optional tools:
Bucket
Flashlight
Parts supplied:
NOTE: All parts supplied for installation are in
cardboard insert in the top of the washer.
Beaded Tie Strap
Drain hose with clamp
Parts needed:
(Not supplied with washer)
Inlet hoses with flat washers
To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of
your Use and Care Guide.
■ 8212656RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)
■ 8212641RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)
■ 8212646RP 4 ft. (1.2 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)
■ 8212545RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Red and Blue EPDM
(2 pack)
■ 8212487RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Nylon braided inlet hose (2 pack)
■ 8212638RP 6 ft. (1.8 m) Nylon braided inlet hose, space
saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings
(2 pack)
■ 8212637RP 6 ft. (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space
saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings
(2 pack)
Alternate parts:
(Not supplied with washer)
Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please refer to
toll-free numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide.
If you have: You will need:
Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39"
(990 mm) tall drain tub or utility
sink, sump pump and connectors
(available from local plumbing suppliers)
1" (25mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to 1" (25 mm)
diameter Standpipe Adapter Kit
Part Number 280130
Drain hose too short Kit Part Number 280131
Lint clogged drain Drain protector,
Part Number 367031
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for your washer to improve performance and
minimize noise and possible "washer walk". Install your washer in
a basement, laundry room, closet or recessed area.
42"
(1067 mm)
2-2
27 / "
1
27"
2
(648 mm)
(686 mm)