Water, Drain, And Venting Connections - Maytag MFS80 Installation Instructions Manual

Water, Drain, and Venting Connections

Water Hardness
Determine the water hardness level in water supply. Good wash
results are dependent on water hardness. In areas that have
medium and very hard water levels, a water softener may be
required. Contact your water or soap distributor for determining
the proper soap and detergents to be used with your hardness
levels for the best wash results.
Water Supply Connections
Washers have 2 water inlets. For connection dimensions,
see "Dimensions and Technical Specifications."
1. Always use the flexible hoses delivered with the washer.
Do not use a fixed connection to the water supply.
2. Keep proper water pressure within range. See "Dimensions
and Technical Specifications."
3. Connect all water inlets to a water supply. Contact your dealer
if there is no hot water supply available.
4. 1" (25 mm) or 1.5" (38 mm) Inlet valves for hot and cold water
use inlet pressure hoses with gaskets. Mount shut-off valves
to the water supply pipes for cleaning filters and performing
maintenance.
5. To connect the washer to the water inlet shut-off valves,
use the provided flexible hoses.
Steam Connections
Washer with steam heating is equipped with an outer thread
in the back of the washer for connection with the washer steam
line. See "Dimensions and Technical Specifications" for more
details.
IMPORTANT:
Install a steam supply disconnecting device near each
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washer.
Inlet value of steam pressure must be within range. Any
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other pressure may result in washer not functioning properly.
To avoid possible injuries, shut off the main steam inlet and
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let the parts cool down after connection.
Insert a filter with permeability up to 300 micrometers in
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front of every steam valve. Dirt particles larger than 300
micrometers can damage the steam valve and cause
leakage.
Attach steam filter to the washer at the connection point.
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The supply piping must be clean without dirt and rust
particles. Impurities in the supply line can cause steam
valves to fail.
Do not twist the filter gasket when connecting the pipes.
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To shut off the assembly, clamp the filter at the side of the
connecting pipe.
Drain Connections
MFS80, MFS100, and MFS125 washers are equipped with
two 3" (75 mm) diameter drain pipes. MFS180, MFS230, and
MFS275 washers are equipped with two 4" (100 mm) diameter
drain pipes. See "Dimensions and Technical Specifications" for
location. Both pipes must be connected to the waste sump.
The sump must be positioned lower than the drain, because the
washer uses gravity to discharge water. Use the provided drain
hose to connect drain pipes to sump. Secure with a clamp and
properly cover sump. The capacity of discharged water for each
washer model is 300.00 dm
drain. For the 4" drains, the capacity of discharged water for
each washer model is 540.00 dm
Recycled Water Drain Connection (some models)
Attach connecting hoses to the discharging valve located on
the right side (from rear view). The hoses go to your recycling
tank located below the drainage valve. The tank must be large
enough for the total weight and volume of water and made up of
materials which withstand 176°F (80°C) and the effects of laundry
soap. The quantity of water will vary by washer size and cycle.
Venting
IMPORTANT: To maintain proper venting, do not cover the
washer vent.
Although not recommended, it is possible to connect vent to the
laundry central exhaust ducts. Venting materials must withstand
a temperature of 176°F (80°C). Always use flexible vent material
if a connection is made. The central vent for multiple washers
must be dimensioned for the total cross section of all vents and
washers. Calibrate washer's "zero" level after vent has been
attached.
/min and 80.00 gal/min for the 3"
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/min and 142.00 gal/min.
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