Selecting
the proper
location
for your washer improves
performance
and minimizes
noise and
Washer
Dimensions
possible
washer
"walk."
Your washer
can be installed
under a custom
counteb
or in a basement,
laundry
room, closet,
or recessed area. See "Drain
System."
Companion
appliance
location
requirements
should
also be considered.
Proper installation
is
your responsibility.
You will
need
A water heater set to deliver
120°F (49°C) water to the washer.
A grounded
e[ectrica[
outlet
[ocated
within
6 ft (1.8 m) of where the power cord
is
attached
to the back of the washer.
See "Electrical
Requirements."
Hot and cold water faucets
located
within
4 ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold water fill valves,
and water pressure
of 20-100
psi (137.9-689.6
kPa).
A [eve[ f[oor with
a maximum
s[ope of 1
II
(2.5 cm) under entire washer.
Installing
the
washer
on soft floor surfaces,
such as carpets or surfaces with foam backing,
is not
recommended.
•
A sturdy and solid f[oor to support the washer with a total weight (water and [oad) of
400 [bs (180 kg).
Do not operate your washer
in temperatures
below
32°F (0°C). Some water can remain
in the
washer
and can cause damage
in low temperatures.
Installation
clearances
•
The location
must be large enough
to allow the washer
door to be fully
opened.
•
Additional
spacing should
be considered
for ease of installation
and servicing.
The door
opens more than 90 °, and it is not reversible.
•
Additional
clearances
might be required
for wall,
door, and floor
moldings.
•
Additional
spacing of 1" (2.5 cm) on all sides of the washer
is recommended
to reduce
noise transfen
/
(
44%"
(113.4 cm)
2813/_6 ''
(73.2 cm)
Door is not reversible.
A floor drain should
be provided
under the bulkhead.
Prefabricated
bulkheads
with
electrical
outlets,
water inlet lines and drain facilities
should
be used only where
local codes permit.
•
Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
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