Whirlpool WFW8300S User Manual

BA
30" min.
(76.2 cm)
26" min.
(66 cm)
30" min.
(76.2 cm)
A
B
®
Front Loading Washer
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS OVERALL DIMENSIONS
DRAIN SYSTEM OPTIONS
WFW8300S
Electrical: 120-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only,
15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply. A time-
delay fuse or circuit breaker and separate circuit is
recommended.
Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve
our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.
Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation
Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.
Ref. W10071770
11-07-06
50¹⁄₄"
(127.6 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
36"
(91.4 cm)
29¹⁄₄"
(74.3 cm)
UNDERCOUNTER INSTALLATION
Washer on Pedestal
Dimensions shown are the recommended spacing.
Standpipe drain system - wall or floor (view A & B)
The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of 2” (5 cm). The
minimum carry-away capacity can be no less than 17 gal. (64 L) per minute.
The top of the standpipe must be at least 30” (76.2 cm) high and no higher than
96 in. (2.4 m) from the bottom of
the washer.
Laundry tub drain system (view A)
The laundry tub needs a minimum
20 gal. (76 L) capacity. The top of
the laundry tub must be at least
30” (76.2 cm) above the floor.
Floor drain system (view B)
The floor drain system requires a siphon break
that may be purchased separately.
The siphon break must be a minimum of 28”
(71 cm) from the bottom of the washer.
Additional hoses might be needed.
Stacked Washer and Dryer
Recommended installation spacing for
cabinet installation
For cabinet installation, with a door, the minimum
ventilation openings in the top are required.
RECESSED AREA AND CLOSET INSTALLATIONS
For closet installation, with a door, the minimum ventilation
openings in the top and bottom of the door are required (view 2).
Louvered doors with equivalent air ventilation openings in the top
and bottom are acceptable.
A. Side view - closet or confined area
B. Closet door with vents
48"
(122 cm)
A
B
3"
(7.6 cm)
3"
(7.6 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
4"
(10.2 cm)
29
¹⁄₄"
(74.3 cm)
48 in.
2
(310 cm
2
)
24 in.
2
(155 cm
2
)
1"
(2.5 cm)
29
¹⁄₄"
(74.3 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
4"
(10.2 cm)
38" min.
(96.5 cm)
7" (17.8 cm)
9"
(22.9 cm)
7" (17.8 cm)
4"
(10.2 cm)
29¹⁄₄"
(74.3 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
36" min.
(91.4 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
2" (5 cm)
48"
2
*
(310 cm
2
)
3" (7.6 cm)
3" (7.6 cm)
1" (2.5 cm)
24"
2
*
(155 cm
2
)
12" (30.5 cm)
72"
(182.9 cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
5
¹⁄₄"**
(13.3 cm)
1"***
(2.5 cm)
1"***
(2.5 cm)
*Min. top and
bottom air
openings for
closet door.
**External exhaust
elbow requires
additional space.
***Wall, door and
floor molding may
require additional
spacing.

Whirlpool WFW8300S Specifications

General

Brand	Whirlpool
Model	WFW8300S
Type	Front Load Washer
Energy Star Certified	Yes
Width	27 inches
Steam Function	Yes
Voltage	120 V
Color	White

Summary

Recessed Area and Closet Installations

Closet or Confined Area Installation

Side view illustrating clearances for closet or confined area installations.

Closet Door with Vents Installation

Installation requiring closet doors with equivalent air ventilation openings.

Cabinet Installation Spacing

Recommended spacing for cabinet installation with door ventilation openings.

Undercounter Installation

Stacked Washer and Dryer Installation

Drain System Options

Standpipe Drain System

Details on standpipe drain system requirements, including diameter and height.

Laundry Tub Drain System

Requirements for laundry tub drain system, including capacity and height.

Floor Drain System

Requirements for floor drain system, including siphon break placement.