Whirlpool 8524742 Installation Instructions Manual page 2

Before you start...
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important
safety message in this manual and
on your appliance. Always read
and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to
potential hazards that can kill or
hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded
by the safety alert symbol and the
word "DANGER" or "WARNING".
These words mean:
Check location where washer will be
installed. Proper installation is your
responsibility. Make sure you have
everything necessary for correct
installation.
Do Not store or operate washer below
32°F (0°C) (some water may remain in
washer).
Untape and
open washer
lid. Remove
packages and
hoses from
washer.
Front access to the pump area is
available by removing 2 clips under
the console area and removing the
top and cabinet assembly.
Important: Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
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DANGER
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
WARNING
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you
what the potential hazard is, tell you
how to reduce the chance of injury,
and tell you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.
Single washer
Grounded
installations require
12-inch (30 cm) electrical outlet
minimum risers to is required. See
provide an air Electrical
cushion and requirements.
prevent noise and
damage to valves.
Level floor: Maximum slope
under washer — 1 inch (2.5 cm).
A floor drain should be
provided under the bulkhead.
Prefabricated bulkheads with
electrical outlets, water supply
lines and drain facilities should
be used only where local
codes permit.
Hot and cold water faucets: Must be
within 4 feet (1.2 m) of the back of
the washer and provide water
pressure10 -100 PSI (69-690 kPa). A
pressure reduction valve should be
used in the supply line where inlet
pressure entering the building
exceeds 100 PSI (690 kPa) to prevent
damage to the washer mixing valve.
Water heater: Set to
deliver 120°F (48.9 cm)
water to the washer.
Standpipe drain system: Needs a
two-inch (5 cm) minimum carry-away
capacity of 17 gallons (64.4 liters) per
minute. Top of standpipe must be at
least 39 inches (99 cm) high and no
higher than 72 inches (183 cm) from
bottom of washer.
Support: Floor must be sturdy
enough to support loaded
washer weight of 315 pounds
(143 kg).