8 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Tools Needed Level Pliers Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location.
INSTALLATION 9 Product Specifications The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements. 120 VAC @ 60 Hz Min. / Max. water pressure 20 – 120 psi (138–827 kPa) Dimensions 70 cm(W) X 77 cm(D) X 99 cm(H), 139.6 cm (D with door open) 27”(W) X 30 ¼”(D) X 39”(H), 55” (D with door open) Net weight 187.4 lb (85 kg) Max spin speed 1300 RPM WARNING ••Moving or installation of the appliance requires two or more people.
10 INSTALLATION Choosing the Proper Location Install the washer on a solid floor that is strong and rigid enough to support the weight of the washer, even when fully loaded, without flexing or bouncing. If the floor has too much flex, you may need to reinforce it to make it more rigid. If the floor is not solid, it may cause severe vibration and noise. NOTE ••Before installing the washer, make sure the floor is clean, dry and free of dust, dirt, water and oil so the washer feet cannot slide easily.
INSTALLATION 11 Unpacking and Removing Shipping Bolts Install the hole caps. Locate the four hole caps included in the accessory pack and install them in the shipping bolt holes. CAUTION ••Failure to remove shipping materials can cause excessive noise and vibration. 1 Lift the washer off the foam base. After removing the carton and shipping material, lift the washer off the foam base. Make sure the plastic tub support comes off with the base and is not stuck to the bottom of the washer.
12 INSTALLATION Connecting the Water Lines To avoid the risk of costly water damage, purchase and install new inlet hoses when installing the washer. 1 Check the fittings and seals. Inspect the threaded fitting on each hose and make sure there is a rubber seal in place in both ends of each hose to prevent leaking. Rubber seal Water hose (to water inlet on washer) 2 Rubber seal Water hose (to tap) Connect the water supply hoses.
INSTALLATION 13 Connecting the Drain Hose Option 2: Laundry Tub Connect the drain hose to either a standpipe or laundry tub. 1 ••The drain must be installed in accordance with any applicable local codes and regulations. ••Make sure that the drain hose is not stretched, pinched, crushed, or kinked. No more than 4 inches (10 cm) ••Do not install the drain hose with the end lower than 29.5 inches (0.7 m) or higher than 96 inches (2.4 m) above the bottom of the washer or more than 60 inches (1.
14 INSTALLATION Leveling the Washer The drum of your new washer spins at very high speeds. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must be a level, solid surface. NOTE ••Adjust the leveling feet only as far as necessary to level the washer. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the washer to vibrate. ••Before installing the washer, make sure that the floor is clean, dry and free of dust, dirt, water and oil so the washer feet cannot slide easily.
INSTALLATION 15 Connecting to the Power Supply WARNING ••Do not use a worn or damaged power cord or power plug. Replace or repair it immediately. Failure to do so may result in death, fire, electric shock, or malfunction. ••Do not modify the power cord and plug provided with the appliance. Take care not to damage it when installing or moving the washer. Failure to do so may result in death, fire, electric shock, or malfunction. ••Make sure that the washer is grounded.
