Installation Information
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Water Supply Requirements
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within 42
inches (107 cm) of the washer’s water inlet. The faucets
MUST be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) with threading for laundry
hose connection. Water pressure MUST be between 30
and 120 psi. Pressure difference between hot and cold
cannot be more than 10 psi. The local water department
can advise the customer of the line water pressure.
Drain System 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)
Removing Foam Packaging
1. Temporarily remove door tape.
2. Open washer door and remove everything from the
drum.
3. Close door and reapply door tape.
4. Using a rug, blanket or piece of cardboard to protect
the floor, carefully lay washer on it’s back.
5. Remove styrofoam base and shipping plug and set
them aside.
6. Carefully return washer to an upright position.
7. Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (1m) of its
final location.
Figure 2-2. Standpipe Dimensions
Figure 2-3. Unpacking Unit
Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a 79
in. (201 cm) high standpipe. For higher standpipe,
use hose P/N 137098000.
EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD
To avoid back or other injury, have more than one
person move or lift the washer.
Save styrofoam base and shipping plug for use
to help prevent washer damage during any future
moves.