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27"(69CM)ELECTRIC WASHER/DRYER

INSTAIIATION INSTRUCTIONS

Table of Contents

WASHER/DRYER SAFETY.............................. 1

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS....................2

Tools and Parts..............................................2

AlternateParts ...............................................2

LocationRequirements..................................3

DrainSystem..................................................4

Electrical Requirements.................................4

ElectricalConnection .....................................6

Venting Requirements .................................11

RemoveShipping Strap...............................12

InstallLevelingLegs.....................................12

Connect the DrainHose ..............................12

Connect the Inlet Hoses..............................13

Secure the DrainHose.................................13

PlanVent System.........................................14

InstallVent System ......................................15

LevelWasher/Dryer......................................15

Connect Vent ...............................................16

Complete Installation...................................16

WASHER/DRYERSAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow

instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can

happen if the instructions are not followed.

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Summary of content (16 pages)

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27"(69CM)ELECTRIC WASHER/DRYER INSTAIIATION INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents WASHER/DRYER SAFETY.............................. 1 INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS ....................2 Tools and Parts..............................................2 AlternateParts ...............................................2 LocationRequirements..................................3 Drain System.................................................. 4 Electrical Requirements.................................4 ElectricalConnection ...........
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. Tools needed: • Level • Wood block (for leveling) • Ruler or measuring tape • Knife • Vent clamps 1/4"nut driver or socket wrench (recommended) • Pliers • Scissors Wire stripper (direct wire installations) • Tin snips (for new vent installations) #2 Phillips and flat-blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench that opens to 1" (2.
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Washer/Dryer Dimensions 71%" (181.9 cm) Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from dryer. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. You will need • A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See "Venting Requirements." • Aseparate • A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of either side of the washer/dryer. See "Electrical Requirements.
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Mobile Home - Additional Installation Requirements This washer/dryer is suitable for mobile home installations. The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). Mobile home installations require: • Metal exhaust system hardware which is available for purchase from your dealer.
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A4-wirepowersupplyconnection mustbeusedwhenthe appliance isinstalled inalocation wheregrounding through theneutral conductor isprohibited. Grounding through the neutral isprohibited for(1)newbranch-circuit installations, (2)mobile homes, (3)recreational vehicles, and(4)areas wherelocalcodesprohibit grounding through theneutral conductors. If using a power supply cord: Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers.
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Power Supply Cord DirectWire Fire Hazard Fire Hazard Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord. Use t0 gauge solid copper Use a UL listed strain relief. Use a UL listed strain relief. Disconnect power before making Disconnect power before making electrical connections. electrical connections. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center terminal (silver). Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center terminal (silver).
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Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further tighten strain relief screws at this point.
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1= 2. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord under center, silvercolored terminal block screw. Tighten screw. A A. Neutral ground wire B. Center silver-colored B 4-wire connection: Direct Wire IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire connections.
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3= Connect ground wire (green or bare) of direct wire cable to external ground conductor screw. Tighten screw. C 1= 2. D B Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw. _E F A. External ground conductor screw B. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cord C. Neutral ground wire D. Center silver-colored terminal block screw A.
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1, 2. Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw. Optional 3-wire connection Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire. 1. 2. Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
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• Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor performance. • Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or floors. Elbows 45 ° elbows provide better airflow than 90 ° elbows. J 9 Fire Hazard Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use a plastic vent. Do not use a metal foil vent. Failure to fellow or fire.
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Proper connection of the drain hose protects your floors from damage due to water leakage. To prevent the drain hose from coming off or leaking, it must be installed according to the following instructions: IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installation, this procedure must be followed exactly. 1. Check the drain hose to see whether it is the proper length. Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install washer/dryer. 2. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
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For use with floor drain Remove the drain hose hook from the corrugated drain hose. You may need additional parts, See Floor drain under "Alternate Parts." Insert a new flat washer (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings. A Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional twothirds turn. NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve. Damage to the valves can result.
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Alternate Choose your exhaust installation type Recommended exhaust installations Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the washer/ dryer. Other installations are possible. installations for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation. Three close-clearance installations are shown. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions provided with the vent system. A H L '_ F A C ...................... A.
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Determine vent path • Select the route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. 1. • Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns. 2. • When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as possible. • Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking. • Use the fewest 90 ° turns possible.
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1. 2. 1. 2. 3. Using a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in washer/dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the vent is clean. The vent must fit over the exhaust outlet and inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured to exhaust hood with a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp. Move washer/dryer into its final position. Do not crush or kink vent. Make sure washer/dryer is level. ......... Check that all parts are now installed.