Choose The Proper Location; Flooring; Clearances - Kenmore 402.4903 Series Use & Care Manual

KEY DiMENSiONS AND SPECiFiCATiONS
Description Front-Loading Washer
Rated Voltage/Frequency 120 VAC @ 60 Hz.
Dimensions 27" (W) X 31.1" (D) X 38" (H) X 50.8" (D. door open)
68.6 cm (W) X 80 cm (D) X 96.5 cm (H) X 129 cm(D. door open)
Net Weight 179 Ibs (81 kg)
CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION
WARNING
• Washer is heavy! Two or more people are required when
moving and unpacking the washer. Failure to do so may
result in damage to property or serious bodily harm.
Store and install the washer where it will not be exposed
to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor
weather conditions. Failure to follow this warning can cause
serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
• Properly ground washer to conform with all governing
codes and ordinances. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the
washer in humid spaces. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.
The base opening must not be obstructed by carpeting when
the washer is installed on a carpeted floor.
• Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter
or extension cord. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,
electrical shock, or death.
Power Outlet
The power outlet must be within 60 in. (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 wiring
codes and regulations.
Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended,
NOTE: It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the
product owner to have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
service person.
FLOORING
For best performance, your washer must be installed on a solidly
constructed floor. Wood floor may need to be reinforced to
minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Carpeting
and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors in vibration and may
cause your washer to move slightly during the spin cycle.
CAUTION: Never install your washer on a platform or weakly
supported structure.
CLEARANCES
211/3" -_
(54.2cm)
0
!
293/4" _ _ 21 1/31'
(75.6cm_ (54.2cm)
/
511/8"
(129.8 cm)
MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE
INSTALLATIONS:
Sides - 1 In. (2.5 cm)
Rear- 4 In. (10.2 cm)
Top - 17 In. (43.2 cm)
Closet Front - 2 In. (5.1 cm)
If the washer and diver are installed together, the closet front must
have at least 72 in2 (465 cm 2)of an unobstructed air opening. Your
washer alone does not require a specific air opening.
b
CB
1"__ 27" __1"
(2.5 cm) (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm)
NOTE: Please note that the floor must be strong and rigid
enough to support the weight of the washer, when fully loaded,
without flexing or bouncing, If your floor has too much flex in it,
you may need to reinforce it to make it more rigid. A floor that is
adequate for a top-loading washer may not be rigid enough for a
front loading washer, due to the difference in the spin speed and
direction. If the floor is not solid, your washer may vibrate and you
may hear and feel the vibration throughout your house.
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