LG WM3170CW - Connecting the Drain Line

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Connecting the drain line
Secure the drain hose in place to prevent it from
moving and leaking.
NOTE
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The drain hose should be properly secured.
Failure to properly secure the drain hose can
result in flooding and malfunction.
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The end of the drain hose should not be lower
than 29 inches (73.66 cm) or higher than 96
inches (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the
washer.
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The drain must be installed in accordance with
any applicable local codes and regulations.
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Make sure that the water lines are not
stretched, pinched, crushed, or kinked.
Using a standpipe
1
Clip the end of the hose into the elbow bracket.
- Connect the elbow bracket within 4 inches (10
cm) from 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.
No more than
4 inches (10 cm)
Elbow bracket
2
Insert the end of the drain hose into the
standpipe.
Drain Hose
Elbow Bracket
3
Use a tie strap to secure the drain hose in place.
Using a laundry tub
1
Clip the end of the hose into the elbow bracket.
- Connect the elbow bracket 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.
No more than
4 inches (10 cm)
Elbow bracket
2
Hang the end of the drain hose over the side of
the laundry tub.
Elbow Bracket
Drain Hose
3
Use a tie strap to secure the drain hose in place.