Complete Installation; W10240438A - Whirlpool W10240438A Installation Instructions Manual

4. Check the levelness of the washer. First, place a level on
the lid near the console. Then place the level on the side
of the washer in the crease between the top of the washer
and the cabinet.
Level the front.
Level the side.
5. If the washer is not level, move the washer out slightly,
tip back and prop up the front of the washer with a
wood block. Adjust the right front foot by loosening the
locknut with a 9/16 or 14 mm open-end wrench, then
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twisting the foot up or down as needed.
HELPFUL TIP: You may have to adjust the back feet to
level the machine. If you are installing the machine in a
tight or hard to reach area, you may have to move the
machine out to reach the feet comfortably. You may
wish to lock the back feet before moving the washer
back into place.
6. After the machine is leveled, make sure all four feet
are stable and in firm contact with the floor by gently
rocking the washer front to back, side to side, and
diagonally. Adjust the feet if necessary, repeating
steps 4-6 as needed.
7. Use a 9/16 or 14 mm open-end wrench to turn the
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locknuts counterclockwise on the foot tightly against
the washer cabinet.
IMPORTANT: If the locknuts are not tight against the
washer cabinet, the washer may vibrate.

Complete Installation

1. Check the electrical requirements. Be sure that you have the
correct electrical supply and the recommended grounding
method. See "Electrical Requirements."
2. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part,
go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.
3. Check that you have all of your tools.
4. Keep the foam packing ring from the washer tub for future
relocation of the washer. Dispose of/recycle all packaging
materials.
5. Check that the water faucets are on.
6. Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
7. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
8. Remove any protective film or tape remaining on the washer.
9. Read "Washer Use."
10. To test and to clean your washer, measure
manufacturer's recommended amount of High Efficiency (HE)
powdered or liquid detergent for a medium-size load and
pour it into the detergent dispenser. Close the lid. Press
POWER. Select a normal cycle and press Start. Allow it to
complete one whole cycle.
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⁄ of the detergent
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