Rough-In Dimensions; Location Of Your Washer; Unpacking - Frigidaire FTF530FS Installation Instructions Manual

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

UNDER COUNTER INSTALLATION
If an under counter* installation is desired, the washer MUST have a
top sheet kit installed, P/N 131445600.
Kit is available from an authorized parts distributor.
*Custom sized countertop is required.

LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER

DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER:
1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather
conditions. The ambient temperature should never be below 60
degrees F (15.6 degrees C) for proper washer operation.
2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or drapes.
3. In an area (garage or garage-type building) where gasoline of
other flammables are kept or stored (including automobiles).
4. On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of 1/2 in.
per foot (1.27 cm per 30.5 cm). To ensure vibration or movement
does not occur, reinforcement of the floor may be necessary.
IMPORTANT
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
When installed in alcove or closet:
Sides, Rear = 0 in. (0 cm)
Top = 0 in. (0 cm) Front Console Model
Top = 15 in. (38.1 cm) Rear Console Model
When installed in closet: Front = 1 in. (2.54 cm)
Closet door ventilation required:
2 louvered openings each 60 in
(387 cm 2 ), 3 in. (7.6 cm) from top
and bottom of door.

UNPACKING

1. Cut the shipping carton
along the dotted line along
the base of the unit.
2. While in the carton
carefully lay the washer
on its back side.
3. Remove the styrofoam
base.
4. Carefully return the
washer to an upright
position and remove
the carton.
5. Carefully move the
washer to within 4 feet
(122cm) of the final location.
6. Remove the following from
the back side of the washer:
3 bolts,
3 yellow plastic spacers,
2 or 3 metal "P" clamps.
7. Remove the service panel from
the front of the washer.
8. Remove the 4 nuts and
6 large washers that attach
the 2 yellow shipping braces
to the drum and the
base. Lift up on the
drum and remove
the braces (a yellow
ribbon surrounds the
items to be removed).
These braces must be
removed to allow the
power supply cord to
be released from the
shipping ring.
9. Remove the large
styrofoam block located
under the drum. Lift up on the
drum, tilt the base of the foam block inwards toward the rear of
the washer until free, then pull it out.
10. Remove and discard the yellow ribbon and label from the
front of the washer.
11. From the rear of the washer, carefully pull out the power supply
cordthrough the hole in the backsheet.
12. Replace the service panel and screws.
NOTE: If the washer is to be transported at a later date, the shipping
support hardware must be reinstalled to prevent shipping damage.
Retain the hardware in the plastic bag provided
3
2
BOLT
SPACER
"P" CLAMP
.