Whirlpool WFW8300SW02 Use & Care Manual page 10

Properly leveling your w asher avoids e xcessive noise and
vibration.
1. Check t helevelness ofthewasher byplacing a level o nthe
topedge ofthewasher, firstside toside, t henfront t oback.
1. Check t heelectrical requirements. Besure thatyouhave the
correct electrical supply a ndtherecommended grounding
method. See "Electrical Requirements."
2. Check t hatallparts arenow installed. Ifthere isanextra part,
goback through t hesteps toseewhich step wasskipped.
3. Check t hatyouhave allofyourtools.
4. Dispose of/recycle allpackaging materials.
5. Check t hatthewater f aucets a reon.
6. Check f orleaks a round f aucets a ndinlet h oses.
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If the washer is against a wall, move the washer out slightly
before tipping back. If the washer is not level, first prop the
front with a wood block and adjust the feet as necessary;
then prop the back and adjust feet as necessary. Repeat this
step until washer is level.
Make sure all four feet are stable and resting on the floor.
Then check that the appliance is perfectly level (use a level).
After the washer is level, use a 14 mm open-end wrench to
turn the nuts on the feet tightly against the washer cabinet.
IMPORTANT: All four feet must be tightened. If the nuts are
not tight against the washer cabinet, the washer may vibrate.
4. The washer should not move front to back, side to side, or
diagonally when pushed on its top edges.
5. Slide the washer to its final location.
6. Confirm the levelness of the washer.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord,
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
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Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Read "Washer Use."
To test and to clean your washer, measure 1/2 the detergent
manufacturer's recommended amount of HE High Efficiency
detergent for a medium-size load. Pour the detergent into the
detergent dispenser. Select NORMAL/CASUAL, and then
select START. Allow the washer to complete one whole cycle.
Use only HE High Efficiency detergenL
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