Selecting theproper location f oryour w asher improves
performance
andminimizes noise a ndpossible washer "walk."
Your washer canbeinstalled under a custom counter, orina
basement, laundry room, closet, orrecessed area. S ee "Drain
System."
Companion appliance location r equirements
should a lso be
considered. Proper installation isyour r esponsibility.
You will need
•
A water heater set to deliver 120°F (49°C) water to the
washer.
•
A grounded electrical outlet located 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 level floor with a maximum slope of 1" (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 floor to support the washer with a total
weight (water and load) of 400 Ibs (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.
•
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 transfer.
•
Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
Washer
Dimensions
501/2"
(128=3
am)
Recommended
installation
spacing for custom
undercounter
installation
The dimensions
shown are for the recommended
spacing.
Custom undercounter
installation - Washer only
1" -*i_,_ 27"-_1_, 1"
(2.5 cm)
(68.6 cm}
(2.5 cm)
Recommended
installation
spacing for recessed or
closet installation,
with or without
a pedestal
The dimensions
shown are for the recommended
spacing.
Recessed area or closet installation
F-
L_
A
34"'
(86.4 cm)
I1"_31w'-_14"t_-
(2.5 cm}(80 cm){10.2 cm)
A
48 irk 2.-
_-
{310 cm 2)
#
24 ir_? * =
__
(155 orn 2)
_-
3"
{7=6 era)
_f
3"
{7=6cm)
7
A. Side view - closet or confined area
B. Closet door with vents
Recessed or closet installation - Washer on pedestal
1" --_ ,<-_
27"---_
_-- 1"
(2.5 ore)
(68.6 cm)
(2.6 cm)
A
+
16" rain="
(463 ¢m)
======.._
_
_..._JJ-....r_
I1"I_ 31v_" _-I 4"1
{2=5cm){86 cm){16=2c__)
B
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
31V2"
(80=0 cm)