Water Supply Requirements; Drain Requirements; Installing The Washer - GE GFWH2405MV User Manual

WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within
42 inches (107 cm) of your washer's water inlet. The faucets
MUST be 3/4" (1.9 cm) garden hose-type so inlet hoses
can be connected. Water pressure MUST be between 10
and 120 pounds per square inch. Your water department
can advise you of your water pressure. The hot water
temperature should be set to deliver water at 120° to 140°F
(48°–60°C) to provide proper Automatic Temperature Control
(ATC) performance.
NOTE: A water softener is recommended to reduce buildup
of scale inside the steam generator if the home water supply
is very hard.

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

1. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L)
per minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of 1–1/4" (3.18 cm) minimum.
3. The standpipe height above the floor should be:
Minimum height: 24" (61 cm)
Maximum height: 96" (244 cm)
BACK
NOTE: The drain hose attached to the washer can reach
a 58" (147 cm) high standpipe. For a higher standpipe,
contact an authorized parts distributor.
Installation Instructions
96 in.
(244 cm)
Max.
24 in.
(61 cm)
Min.
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INSTALLING THE WASHER

1. Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to flush
the water lines and remove particles that might clog up
the water valve screens.
2. Remove the inlet hoses from the plastic bag.
3. (90° elbow end) Carefully
connect the inlet hose
marked HOT to the outside
"H" outlet of the water valve.
Tighten by hand, then tighten
another 2/3 turn with pliers.
Carefully connect the other
inlet hose to the inside "C"
outlet of the water valve.
Tighten by hand; then tighten
another 2/3 turn with pliers. Do not crossthread
or over-tighten these connections.
4. Connect the inlet hose ends to the HOT and COLD water
faucets tightly by hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn
with pliers. Turn the water on and check for leaks.
5. Carefully move the washer to its final location. Gently
rock the washer into position. It is important not to
damage the rubber leveling legs when moving your
washer to its final location. Damaged legs can increase
washer vibration. It may be helpful to spray window
cleaner on the floor to help move your washer into its
final position.
NOTE: To reduce vibration, ensure that all four rubber
leveling legs are firmly touching the floor. Push and pull
on the back right and then back left of your washer.
NOTE: Do not use the dispenser drawer or door to lift
the washer.
NOTE: If you are installing into a drain pan, you can use
a 24-inch long 2x4 to lever the washer into place.