Installation; Tools And Parts - Maytag MTW6400TQ0 Use & Care Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer follow basic precautions,
including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the washer.
• Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned
in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable, or explosive
substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other
flammable, or explosive substances to the wash water.
These substances give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot water system that has not been used
for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been
used for such a period, before using the washing
machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water
flow from each for several minutes. This will release
any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during
• Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used
near children.
• Before the washer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the door or lid.
• Do not reach into the washer if the drum, tub or agitator is
moving.
• Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to
the weather.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any
servicing unless specifically recommended in this manual or in
published user-repair instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.
• See "Electrical Requirements" for grounding instructions.
this time.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. The parts supplied are in the
washer basket.
Tools
needed for connecting the drain hose and water inlet hoses:
• Pliers that open to 1%6" (3.95 cm/ • Flashlight (optional)
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after ,5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Record hose
installation or replacement dates for future reference.
Parts supplied:
B C
A. Drain hose form
B. Water inlet hoses (2)
C. Hat water inlet hose washers (4)
D. Bea(£'d tie strap
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