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INSTALLATION
WARNING
• Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating the appliance. It is important
that you review this entire manual before installing and using the appliance. Detailed instructions
concerning electrical connections and additional requirements are provided on the following pages.
• 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 appliance 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 appliance 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.
• 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.
Choosing the Proper
Location
Check the following requirements for the install
location before installing the appliance.
• Allow for sufficient space between the walls and
the appliance for installation.
• Make sure that the floor is clean, dry and free of
dust, dirt, water and oil so the leveling feet
cannot slide easily. Leveling feet that can move
or slide on the floor can contribute to excess
vibration and noise.
• If the floor has too much flex, reinforce it to
make it more rigid. If the floor is not solid, it may
cause severe vibration and noise.
• If a drain pan must be used, take extra care to
follow the instructions provided with the drain
pan and make sure the leveling feet are adjusted
for firm and even contact with the pan. Use of
drain pans and failure to properly level the
appliance may result in increased vibration and
noise during operation.
Flooring
• To minimize noise and vibration, install the
washer on a level, solidly constructed floor
capable of supporting the appliance without
flexing or bouncing.
• The appliance must be installed on firm flooring
to minimize vibration during the spin cycle.
Concrete flooring is best, but a wood floor is
sufficient, provided it is built to FHA standards.
• The floor under the appliance must not slope
more than
1 inch (2.5 cm)
from front to back or
side to side.
• Installing on carpeting and soft tile surfaces is
not recommended.
• Never install the appliance on a platform or
weakly supported structure.
Floor Installation
To ensure sufficient clearance for water inlet
hoses, drain hose and airflow, allow minimum
clearances of at least
1'' (2.5 cm)
at the sides and
4'' (10 cm)
behind the appliance. Be sure to allow
for wall, door, or floor moldings that may increase
the required clearances.
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