Installation Guide

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9INSTALLATION

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INSTALLATION

Before Installing

Installation Overview

Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this washer or transporting it to

another location.

a Choosing the Proper Location

b Unpacking and Removing Shipping Material

c Connecting the Inlet Hoses

d Connecting the Drain Hose

e Leveling the Washer

f Final Installation Check

WARNING

• Moving or installation of the appliance requires two or more people. Failure to follow these instructions

may result in injury.

• Store and install the appliance where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed

to outdoor weather conditions. Failure to follow this warning can cause product or part failure, serious

injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

• Properly ground the washer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Failure to follow this

warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death.

• To ensure proper airflow, do not block the large opening on the bottom of the washer with carpeting or

other materials.

• Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord. Do not use an adapter or extension cord. Plug

into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric

shock, or death.

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Summary of content (8 pages)

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INSTALLATION 9 INSTALLATION Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this washer or transporting it to another location. a b c e f a Choosing the Proper Location b Unpacking and Removing Shipping Material c Connecting the Inlet Hoses d Connecting the Drain Hose e Leveling the Washer f Final Installation Check WARNING • Moving or installation of the appliance requires two or more people. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury.
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10 INSTALLATION WARNING • Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing. Service personnel- Do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: pump, valve, motor, control board. Tools Needed a Pliers b Flat-Blade Screwdriver c Level Choosing the Proper Location Check the following requirements for the install location before installing the washer.
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INSTALLATION 11 Unpacking Shipping Material Dimensions and Clearances 27'' (70 cm) G 1/4'' (0.5 cm) * This feature is only available on some models. Lift the washer off the foam base. • After removing the carton and shipping material, lift the washer off the foam base. Stacking or Pedestal Installation The washer can be stacked under a dryer or on top of a pedestal or pedestal washer. • Make sure the plastic drum support a* comes off with the base and is not stuck to the bottom of the washer.
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12 INSTALLATION the washer. Install the caps in the holes left by the bolt assemblies. • Water supply pressure must be between 20 psi and 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa). If the water supply pressure is more than 120 psi, a pressure reducing valve must be installed. • Your hot water heater should be set to deliver water at 120–135 °F (48–57 °C) to allow the washer to properly control wash temperatures. CAUTION • Once removed, save the bolt assemblies for future use.
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INSTALLATION 13 • Let the water drain into a bucket, and check the water temperature to make sure you’ve connected the hoses to the correct faucets. Using a Standpipe to Drain 1 4 Clip the end of the hose into the elbow bracket. • Connect the elbow bracket a within 4 inches (10 cm) of the end of the drain hose. If the drain hose is extended more than 4 inches (10 cm) beyond the end of the elbow bracket, mold or microorganisms could spread to the inside of the washer.
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14 INSTALLATION Leveling the Washer 29.5 - 96 " (75 - 244 cm) 29.5 - 96 " (75 - 244 cm) Using the Laundry Tub to Drain 1 Clip the end of the hose into the elbow bracket. • Connect the elbow bracket a within 4 inches (10 cm) of the end of the drain hose. If the drain hose is extended more than 4 inches (10 cm) beyond the end of the elbow bracket, mold or microorganisms could spread to the inside of the washer. The drum of the washer spins at very high speeds.
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INSTALLATION 15 2 Adjust the leveling feet. leveling feet, place them under the back leveling feet. ENGLISH • Turn all 4 leveling feet in one direction to raise the washer or the other direction to lower it. a This side up b Remove backing 3 Check the level again. • Push or rock the top edges of the washer gently to make sure the washer does not rock. If the washer rocks, readjust the leveling feet.
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16 INSTALLATION WARNING • Do not use an adapter or extension cord. Doing so may result in serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • For best performance, plug the appliance into its own individual outlet. This helps prevent overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. • If necessary, use a new, UL-listed 3-prong (grounding) plug rated at no less than the branch circuit. Do not use an extension cord longer than 3 feet.