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is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances or in the
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical
Codes, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition). If in doubt,
call a licensed electrician.
DO NOT cut 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 square inch
(maximum unbalance pressure, hot vs. cold, 10 psi.)
Your water department can advise you of your water
pressure. The hot water temperature should be about
140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
1. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per
minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm)
minimum.
3. The standpipe height above the floor should be:
Minimum height: 24 in. (61 cm)
Maximum height: 96 in. (244 cm)
NOTE: Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a
58 in. (147 cm) high standpipe. For higher
standpipe use hose P/N 134049201, available
from an authorized parts distributor. If drain is
less than 24 in. (61 cm), install a siphon break
kit, available at your local hardware store.