Drain System - Whirlpool Whirpool Automatic washer Use And Care Manual

Recessed area or closet installation
The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing
allowed, except the closet door ventilation openings. The
dimensions shown for the closet door ventilation openings are
the minimum required.
A B
m
C
A, Front view
B. Side view
C. Closet door with vents
• Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
• Additional clearances may be required for wall, door and floor
moldings.
• Additional spacing of 1" (2.5 om) on all sides of the washer is
recommended to reduce noise transfer.
• If a closet door is installed, the minimum air openings in the
top and bottom of the door are required. Louvered doors with
air openings in the top and bottom are acceptable.
• Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
Drain System
The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain system
(floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain
system. Select the drain hose installation method you need. See
'q'ools and Parts."
=.) Standpipe drain system - or (views
wall
floor A &
B)
The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of
2" (5 ore). The minimum carry-away capacity can be no less than
17 gal. (64 L) per minute. A 2" (5 cm) diameter to 1" (2.5 cm)
diameter standpipe adapter kit is available. See "Toots and
3" Parts."
(Tacm) The top of the standpipe must be at least 39" (99 cm) high and no
higher than 96" (2.4 m) from the bottom of the washer.
A
7
L
39"
(99 cm)
B
Laundry tub drain system (view A)
The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal. (76 L) capacity. The top
of the laundry tub must be at least 39" (99 cm) above the floor
and no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from the bottom of the washer.
Floor drain
system (view 13)
The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be
purchased separately. See "Tools and Parts."
The siphon break must be a minimum of 28" (71 cm) from the
bottom of the washer. Additional hoses might be needed.
A B
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