Whirlpool Thin Twin Installation Instructions Manual page 7

Move washer/dryer to its permanent
location. Remove cardboard/hardboard
from under washer/dryer.
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n Carefully move the
washer/dryer into final position.
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Tilt the washer/dryer forward, raising
back legs 1 inch off the floor so that
the rear self-leveling legs will adjust.
Gently lower the washer/dryer to the
floor.
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Check that the washer/dryer is level
by placing a carpenter's level on top
of the washer, first side to side, then
front to back.
- If it is not level, adjust the front legs
up or down.
- Tilt the washer/dryer forward,
raising back legs 1 inch off the floor
so that the rear self-leveling legs
will adjust. Gently lower the
washer/dryer to the floor.
- Check that the washer/dryer is
level. Repeat as needed.
CHECK THAT DRAIN HOSE IS NOT TWISTED
OR KINKED AND IS SECURELY IN PLACE.
plastth beaded strap
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Put "hook" end of drain hose
in laundry tub or standpipe. Wrap the
plastic beaded strap around the drain
hose and laundry tub or standpipe.
Thread beaded end of strap through
keyhole end. Pull until strap is tight. Slide
strap into narrow end of keyhole to lock
strap in place. See Figures A-B.
If the water inlet faucets and drain
standpipe are recessed, tightly wrap the
plastic beaded strap around the drain
hose and faucet body. (Do Not wrap
strap around the faucet handles or
stems.) Thread beaded end of strap
through keyhole end. Pull until strap is
tiaht. Slide strap into narrow end of
keyhole to lock strap in place.
See Figure C.
Secure the drain hose to the tub
or standpipe with the plastic
strap. Failure to properly secure
drain hose could result in water
damage.
If drain hose cannot be
strapped into
place, hose must
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be cut exactly to
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len th so "hook"
en $ is held tightly
over edge of tub or
standpipe. See
Figure D.
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If a longer drain hose is needed, drain
hose (Part No. 388423) and hose
extension kit (Part No. 285442) are
available from your authorized parts
distributor. If drain hose must be
shortened, use hose kit (Part No.
285442).
Note: If washer/dryer is moved to adjust
drain hose, the washer/dryer must be
leveled again. Repeat Step 23. Place
cardboard under the washer/dryer and
carefully move washer/dryer to avoid
damaging floor covering.
Panel F
access panel in Step 19, remove the
two foam shipping pieces between the
washer and dryer and place with the
other shipping pieces. If the exhaust
duct cannot be connected from the
side of the washer/dryer, the exhaust
duct can be reached from the front
through the access panel. Remove the
two Phillips-head screws located at the
top of the access panel. Set access
panel and screws aside.
exhaust vent that is needed connect
the dryer to the exhaust hood. (See
'Exhaust requirements," Panels C and D,)
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Connect exhaust vent to
washer/dryer and then to the exhaust
hood.
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Use the straightest path possible to
avoid 90" turns.
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Use clamp to seal all joints in the
exhaust system.
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Use caulking compound to seal
exterior wall opening around exhaust
hood.
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w CHECK ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS. BE SURE YOU HAVE
CORRECT ELECTRICAL SUPPLY AND
RECOMMENDED GROUND METHOD.
Check the Installation Instructions to see
that you have completed each step.
Complete any missed steps before you
continue.
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Check that all parts are now
installed. See parts list, Panel D. If there is
an extra part, go back through steps to
see which step was skipped.
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Check that you
removed all the shipping pieces,
including the round shipping piece.
Dispose of all materials in proper
manner.
If you do not remove the round shipping
piece, your washer/dryer may "walk"
away from its location.
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WCheck that vou have all of
your tools.
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WTurn on water faucets and
check for leaks. Tighten couplings if
there is leaking. Do Not overtighten; this
could cause damage to faucets.
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Replace access panel. Be
sure to tighten screws at each end of
the access panel.
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tread the Use and Care
Guide to fully understand your new
washer/dryer. Open dryer-door. Check
to be sure lint screen is in its proper
position. Wipe out drum.
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Plus power supplv cord into
grounded o&t. Reconnect the power
supply. Now star-t the washer and allow
it to complete the regular cycle.
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WStart dryer and allow it to
complete a full heat cvcle to make sure
it is working properly. '
Congratulations!
You have successfully installed your
new washer/dryer. To get the most
efficient use from your new
washer/dryer, read your Use and Care
Guide.
Keep Installation Instructions and
Guide.
correspond
to steps.