Connecting The Drain Line - LG WM3488H SERIES Owner's Manual

Connecting the Drain Line

Secure the drain hose in place to prevent moving
and leaking.
NOTE
The drain hose should be properly secured.
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Failure to properly secure the drain hose can
result in flooding and malfunction.
Total height of the hose end should not exceed
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96 inches (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the
washer.
The drain must be installed in accordance with
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any applicable local codes and regulations.
Make sure that the water lines are not
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stretched, pinched, crushed, or kinked.
Using a Standpipe
1
Clip the end of the hose into the elbow bracket.
- Connect the elbow bracket within 4 inches (10
cm) of the end of the drain hose. If the drain
hose is extended more than 4 inches (10 cm)
beyond the end of the elbow bracket, mold or
microorganisms could spread to the inside of
the washer.
Elbow bracket
2
Insert the end of the drain hose into the
standpipe.
3 Use a tie strap to secure the drain hose in place.
No more than
4 inches (10 cm)
Elbow Bracket
Drain Hose
Using a Laundry Tub
1 Clip the end of the hose into the elbow bracket.
- Connect the elbow bracket within 4 inches (10
cm) of the end of the drain hose. If the drain
hose is extended more than 4 inches (10 cm)
beyond the end of the elbow bracket, mold or
microorganisms could spread to the inside of
the washer.
Elbow bracket
2 Hang the end of the drain hose over the side of
the laundry tub.
3 Use a tie strap to secure the drain hose in place.
INSTALLATION
No more than
4 inches (10 cm)
Elbow Bracket
Drain Hose
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