GE GTW491 Manual Del Propietario E Instrucciones De Instalación página 13

LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
DO NOT Install the Washer:
1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside
weather conditions. The ambient temperature should
never be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper washer
operation.
2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or
drapes.
3. On carpet. The floor MUST be a hard surface with a
To make sure the washer does not vibrate or move,
you may have to reinforce the floor.
NOTE:
plywood sheet solidly attached to existing floor covering.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
WATER PRESSURE - Must be 20 psi minimum to 120 psi maximum.
WATER TEMPERATURE - Household water heater should be set to deliver water at 120° to 150°F (50° to 66°C) TO THE
WASHER when hot wash is selected.
SHUTOFF VALVES - Both hot and cold shutoff valves (faucets) should be supplied.
DRAIN - Water should be drained into standpipe. Discharge height MUST NOT BE LESS THAN 30 INCHES, and no
more than 8 feet above the base of the washer. Standpipe must be 1-1/2 inches minimum inside diameter and must
be open to atmosphere.
UNPACKING THE WASHER
1
After the machine is in the home, remove outside
packing material/carton from washer.
Remove bag (containing clamp, cable tie and drain
hose clip), drain hose and Owner's Reference Guide
from tub.
NOTE: Leave foam shipping material inside tub
opening to hold tub in place during the rest of
installation.
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Installation Instructions
Bag
Owner's Reference Guide
Leave foam shipping
material inside tub
Drain hose
IMPORTANT: Minimum Installation Clearances
- Alcove or Closet
• If your washer is approved for installation in an alcove or
closet, there will be a label on the back of the machine
describing requirements.
• Minimum clearance between washer and adjacent walls
or other surfaces: 0" either side, 2" front, 3" rear.
Vertical space from floor to overhead shelving, cabinets,
ceiling, etc. = 60".
• Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated
and have at least 60 square inches of open area. If the
closet contains both a washer and a dryer, doors must
contain a minimum of 120 square inches of open area.
NOTE: The clearances stated on this label are minimums.
Consideration must be given to providing adequate
clearances for installing and servicing.
REMOVE THE BASE
2
Remove base from unit by placing foot on side of base
and tipping unit back on corner post. Remove base and
bring the washer back upright.
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