Choosing The Proper Location - LG WM3460C Series Owner's Manual

10 INSTALLATION
Choosing the Proper
Location
rigid enough to support the weight of the washer,
solid, it may cause severe vibration and noise.
NOTE
is clean, dry and free of dust, dirt, water and oil so
the washer feet cannot slide easily. Leveling feet
excess vibration and noise due to poor contact with
If a drip pan must be used, take extra care to follow
the instructions provided with the drip pan and make
contact with the pan. Use of drip pans and failure to
properly level the machine may result in increased
vibration and noise during operation.
washer for installation.
Power Outlet
The power outlet must be within 60 inches (1.5 m)
of either side of the washer.
The appliance and outlet must be positioned so that
the plug is easily accessible.
Do not overload the outlet with more than one
appliance.
The outlet must be grounded in accordance with
current electrical wiring codes and regulations.
Use a time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.
NOTE
It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the
product owner to have a proper outlet installed by
Flooring
To minimize noise and vibration, the washer must
Allowable slope under the entire washer is a
maximum 1 inch (2.5 cm) difference from side to
side or from front to back.
Installing on carpeting and soft tile surfaces is not
recommended.
Never install the washer on a platform or weakly
supported structure.
NOTE
minimize vibration during the spin cycle. Concrete
provided it is built to FHA standards.
Floor Installation
¾
24
(62.6 cm)
¼
30 4"
(77 cm) (10 cm)
55"
(139.6 cm)
at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) at the sides and 4 inches (10
cm) behind the unit. Be sure to allow for wall, door,
clearances.
Stacked or Pedestal Installation
13
(0.5 cm)
30 ¼" 4"
(77 cm) (10 cm)
NOTE
Refer to the instructions packaged with the optional
pedestal kit before installing with a pedestal kit.
Do not use a drip pan with a pedestal or pedestal
washer installation as it can block the drawer. Using
a drip pan may result in increased vibration and
noise during operation.
1" 27" 1"
(2.5 cm) (70 cm) (2.5 cm)
64
77 ½"
(196.8 cm)
1" 27" 1"
(2.5 cm) (70 cm) (2.5 cm)
13
64
(0.5 cm)