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8577199
27" (69 CM) ELECTRIC WASHER/DRYER
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WASHER/DRYER SAFETY ..............................1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ....................2
Tools and Parts..............................................2
Alternate Parts ...............................................2
Location Requirements..................................3
Drain System..................................................4
Electrical Requirements.................................4
Electrical Connection.....................................6
Venting Requirements .................................11
Remove Shipping Strap...............................12
Install Leveling Legs.....................................12
Connect the Drain Hose ..............................12
Connect the Inlet Hoses ..............................13
Secure the Drain Hose.................................13
Plan Vent System.........................................14
Install Vent System ......................................15
Level Washer/Dryer......................................15
Connect Vent ...............................................16
Complete Installation ...................................16
WASHER/DRYER 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. 8577199... -
Page 2: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Tools and Parts Alternate Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Your installation may require additional parts. For ordering Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed information, please refer to the toll free phone numbers on the here. -
Page 3: Location Requirements
Location Requirements Washer/Dryer Dimensions WARNING 71 " (181.9 cm) 23 " (60.3 cm) Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. 32 " Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. (81.9 cm) You will need *32"... -
Page 4: Drain System
Mobile Home - Additional Installation Requirements Mobile home installations require: This washer/dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. Metal exhaust system hardware which is available for The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home purchase from your dealer. Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and introduce outside air into the dryer. - Page 5 A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the If connecting by direct wire: appliance is installed in a location where grounding through Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire) the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the and be: neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable...
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Page 6: Electrical Connection
Electrical Connection Power Supply Cord Direct Wire WARNING WARNING Fire Hazard Fire Hazard Use 10 gauge solid copper wire. Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Use a UL listed strain relief. Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making electrical connections. - Page 7 Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that Electrical Connection Options the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the If your home has: And you will be Go to Section strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the connecting to: dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position.
- Page 8 1. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw. 4-wire connection: Direct Wire 2. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes or center wire) of power supply cord under center, silver- and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire colored terminal block screw.
- Page 9 3. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to 1. Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw. external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. 2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block.
- Page 10 1. Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Optional 3-wire connection 2. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do (hook facing right).
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Page 11: Venting Requirements
4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent DURASAFE™ vent products can be purchased from your 2½" dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more (6.4 cm) information, see the “Assistance or Service” section of An exhaust hood should cap the vent to prevent rodents and Washer/Dryer User Instructions. -
Page 12: Remove Shipping Strap
Remove Shipping Strap Connect the Drain Hose Proper connection of the drain hose protects your floors from damage due to water leakage. To prevent the drain hose from WARNING coming off or leaking, it must be installed according to the following instructions: Excessive Weight Hazard IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installation, this procedure must... -
Page 13: Connect The Inlet Hoses
For use with floor drain 6. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two- thirds turn. Remove the drain hose hook from the corrugated drain hose. You may need additional parts. See Floor drain under “Alternate NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the Parts.”... -
Page 14: Plan Vent System
Plan Vent System Alternate installations for close clearances Choose your exhaust installation type Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Three close-clearance installations are shown. Recommended exhaust installations Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions provided with the vent system. -
Page 15: Install Vent System
Determine vent path Install Vent System 1. Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior Select the route that will provide the straightest and most wall opening around exhaust hood. direct path outdoors. 2. Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and hood. -
Page 16: Connect Vent
10. Read the Washer/Dryer User Instructions. 11. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dust. 8577199 © 2005. Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 8/05 All rights reserved. TM DURASAFE is a trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A.