Leveling The Washer - LG Signature SideKick UWD1CW Owner's Manual

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16 INSTALLATION
Connecting the Drain Connector
1
Insert the included band clamps on to the
ends of the two drain hoses.
2
Connect the drain hose of the front-loading
washer and the pedestal washer to the drain
connector.
3
Insert the end of the drain hose connector
into the laundry tub or standpipe. Use the
band clamps to keep it in place, if needed.
NOTE
• Depending on the installation environment, you
may have to purchase a separate drain hose
connector. The connector supplied will suit a
standard laundry tub-side standpipe.

Leveling the Washer

How to Level the Washer
1
Position the washer in its final location.
• Take special care not to pinch, strain, or
crush the water and drain hoses. If you have
a carpenter's level
check that the washer is level. The slope
beneath the washer should not exceed 1/2",
and all 4 leveling feet must rest firmly on
the floor.
, you can use it to
a
1/2"
2
Adjust the leveling feet on the pedestal
washer.
• Turn all 4 leveling feet in one direction to
raise the washer or the other direction to
lower it.
3
Check the level again.
• Push or rock the top edges of the washer
gently to make sure the washer does not
rock. If the washer rocks, readjust the
leveling feet.
4
Tighten the locknuts
• Turn the locknuts counterclockwise and
tighten them when the washer is level.
Using Non-Skid Pads
If you install the washer on a slippery surface, it
may move because of excessive vibration.
Incorrect leveling may cause malfunction through
noise and vibration. If this occurs, install the non-
skid pads under the leveling feet and adjust the
level.
1
Clean the floor to attach the non-skid pads.
• Use a dry rag to remove and clean foreign
objects or moisture. If moisture remains,
the non-skid pads may slip.
2
Adjust the level after placing the washer in the
installation area.
3
Place the adhesive side
on the floor.
• It is most effective to install the non-skid
pads under the front leveling feet. If it is
hard to place the pads under the front
b
of the non-skid pad
c

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