Installation Information; Installation Requirements - Maytag MTW6500TB Service Manual

INSTALLATION INFORMATION

TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before
starting installation. The parts supplied are in
the washer basket.
Tools needed for connecting the drain
hose and water inlet hoses:
• Pliers that open to 1-9/16˝ (3.95 cm)
• Flashlight (optional)
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of
use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Record
hose installation or replacement dates for fu-
ture reference.
Parts Supplied:
A
D
A. Drain hose form
B. Water inlet hoses (2)
C. Flat water inlet hose washers (4)
D. Beaded tie strap
Tools needed for securing the drain hose
and leveling the washer:
• Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16˝
(14 mm)
• Level
•
Wood block
• Ruler or measuring tape

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

C
B
Alternate Parts
If You Have:
Laundry tub or
standpipe taller
than 96˝ (2.4 m)
1˝ (2.5 cm)
diameter
standpipe
Overhead sewer
Floor drain
Water faucets
beyond reach of
fill hoses
Lint clogged drain
2-1
You Will Need to Buy:
Sump pump system (if not already
available)
2˝ (5 cm) diameter to 1˝ (2.5 cm)
diameter standpipe adapter,
Part Number 3363920 and connector kit
Part Number 285835
Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39˝ (99 cm) tall
drain tub or utility sink, sump pump and
connectors (available from local
plumbing suppliers)
Siphon break, Part Number 285834;
additional drain hose,
Part Number 8318155 and connector
kit, Part Number 285835
2 longer water fill hoses:
6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314,
10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008
Drain protector, Part Number 367031