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WASHER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
We have provided many important safety messages 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 follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."
These words mean:
DANGER
WARNING
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.
W10038080
WASHER SAFETY............................................ 1
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................. 2
Tools and Parts ............................................. 2
Location Requirements................................. 2
Drain System................................................. 3
Electrical Requirements ................................ 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................... 4
Before You Start............................................ 4
Remove Shipping Materials.......................... 4
Connect Drain Hose...................................... 5
Connect the Inlet Hoses ............................... 6
Secure the Drain Hose.................................. 7
Level the Washer........................................... 7
Complete Installation .................................... 8
WASHER SAFETY
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow WARNING 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. W10038080... -
Page 2: Installation Requirements
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Alternate Parts Tools and Parts Your installation may require additional parts. For information on ordering, please refer to the toll-free phone numbers on the front Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. page of the Washer User Instructions. The parts supplied are in the washer basket. -
Page 3: Drain System
Recessed area or closet installation Laundry tub drain system (view C) The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing allowed The laundry tub needs a minimum 76 L (20 gal.) capacity. The top (A and B), except the closet door ventilation openings. The of the laundry tub must be at least 99 cm (39") above the floor and dimensions shown for the closet door ventilation openings (C) are no higher than 244 cm (96") from the bottom of the washer. -
Page 4: Installation Instructions
To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, earthing-type outlet, earthed in accordance with EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer For an earthed, cord-connected washer: to have the properly earthed outlet installed by a qualified This washer must be earthed. -
Page 5: Connect Drain Hose
2. Firmly grasp the power cord and pull to completely remove 1. Firmly grasp the yellow shipping strap and pull until both ends the power cord, cord restraint, and pin from the rear panel. are completely removed from washer. 3. Confirm that the power cord restraint (A), and pin (B) are removed. -
Page 6: Connect The Inlet Hoses
3. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional Laundry tub drain or standpipe drain two-thirds turn. Connecting the drain hose form to the corrugated drain hose Tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn. NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve. -
Page 7: Secure The Drain Hose
2. Attaching the hot water coupling first makes it easier to 3. Wrap the drain hose to the laundry tub leg or drain standpipe tighten connection with pliers. with the beaded tie strap. Push fastener into the nearest hole in the beaded tie strap. See view A or B. 3. -
Page 8: Complete Installation
Allow it to counterclockwise to lower the washer. Repeat steps complete one whole cycle. 1 through 4 until washer is level. W10038080 4/06 © 2006 Whirlpool Corporation. Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Printed in U.S.A.