Electrical Requirements; Drain Requirements - Frigidaire LTF8000FE0 Installation Instructions Manual

PRE-INSTALLAT!ON REQUIREMENTS
Tools Required for Installation:
I. Phillips screwdriver
2. 10 mm socketwith ratchet.
3. Channel-lock adjustable pliers.
4. Carpenter's level.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
CIRCUIT- Individual, properly polarized and grounded
15 amp. branch circuit fused with 15 amp. time delay
fuse or circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY- 2 wire, with ground, 120 volt, single
phase, 60 Hz, Alternating Current. NOTE: Because of
potential inconsistent voltage capabilities, the use of this
washer with power created by gas powered generators,
solar powered generators, wind powered generators or
any other generator other than the local utility company
is not recommended.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - Properly grounded 3-prong
receptacle to be located so the power supply cord is
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical
Codes, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition). If in doubt,
call a licensed electrician. DO NOTcut off or alter
the grounding prong on the power supply cord. In
situations where a two-slot receptacle is present,
it is the owner's responsibility to have a licensed
electrician replace it with a properly grounded
three prong grounding type receptacle.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within
42 inches (107 cm) of your washer's water inlet. The
faucets MUST be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) garden hose type
so inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure MUST
be between 30 and 120 pounds per squareinch (maximum
unbalance pressure, hot vs. cold, 10 psi.) Your water
department can advise you of your water pressure.
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
I. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per
minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of I-I/4 in. (3.18 cm)
minimum.
3. The standpipe height above the floor should be:
Minimum height: 24 in. (61 cm)
Maximum height: 96 in. (244cm)
accessible when the washer is in an installed position.
NOTE: GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) receptacle is not
required.
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical
shock. Check with a licensed electrician if you are in
doubt asto whether the appliance isproperly grounded.
.
The washer MUST be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electrical shock by a path of least
resistance for electrical current.
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Since your washer is equipped with a power supply
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor
and a grounding plug, the plug MUSTbe plugged
into an appropriate, copper wired receptacle that
is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances or in the
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96 in.
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24 in.
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NOTE:
Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a 90
in. (229 cm) high standpipe. For higher standpipe,
use hose P/N 134359410, available from an
authorized parts distributor.