Connecting The Drain - LG WT5480C series Owner's Manual

iNSTALL£TION INSTRUCTIONS 11
CONNECTING THE DRAIN HOSE
° The drain hose should always be properly secured.
Faiiure to properly secure the drain hose can result in
flooding and property damage.
• The drain must be installed in accordance with any
applicable local codes and regulations.
• Make sure that the drain hose is not stretched,
pinched, crushed, or kinked.
OPTION 2: LAUNDRY TUB
Bend the end of the drain hose to the desired shape
and support it on the edge of the taundry tub. Use
the tie strap to secure the drain hose in place.
Drain Hose
Drain Hose
OPTION 1: STANDPIPE
Bend the outlet end of the drain hose to form a U
shape, insert the end of the drain hose into the drain,
If the drain is large enough for the flange on the hose
to fit inside do not insert the flange more than 1-2
inches into the drain, Use the tie strap incJuded with
the installation materials (in the foam block in the
tub} to secure the drain hose to the drain.
ff the water valves and drain are buiit into the waiJ,
fasten the drain hose to one of the water hoses with
the tie strap {ribbed side on inside),
If your drain is a standpipe, fasten the drain hose to
the standpipe with the tie strap provide&
Tie Strap Tfe S_t_p
NOTE:
, Normalheightoftheendofthehoseshouldbeap-
pro×imate{y 35"-47" (0,9-1,2 m) from the floor,
- Do not instail the end of the drain hose lower than
29" (73.7 cm) or Mgher than 96 in. (243.8 cm)
above the bottom of the washer or more than 60
in. (15Z4 cm) away from the washer,
• Never create an air-tight seal between the drain
hose and the drain, using tape or other methods. If
no air gap is present, water can be siphoned out of
the tub resulting in poor wash/rinse performance
or clothing damage.