LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Selecting
the proper
location
for your washer improves
performance
and minimizes
noise and possible washer
"walk."
Your washer can be installed in a basement,
laundry
room, or
recessed
area.
See "Drain
System."
Companion
appliance
location
requirements
should also be
considered.
iMPORTANT:
Do
not
install
or store
the
washer
where
it will
be
exposed
to the
weather.
Do
not
store
or operate
the washer
in
temperatures
at or
below
32°F
(0°C).
Some
water
can
remain
in
the
washer
and
can
cause
damage
in low
temperatures.
Proper
installation
is your
responsibility.
You will need:
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A water
heater
set to 120°F (49°C).
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A grounded
electrical
outlet
located
within
4 ft. (1.2 m) of
power
cord on back of washer.
See "Electrical
Requirements."
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Hot and cold water
faucets
located
within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of hot
and cold water
fill valves on washer, and water
pressure
of 20-100
psi (138-690
kPa). A pressure reduction
valve
should
be used in the supply
line where
inlet pressure
entering
the building
exceeds
100 PSI (690
kPa) to avoid
damage
to the washer
mixing
valve.
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Single washer
installations
require
12" (300
mm) minimum
risers to provide
an air cushion
and avoid
noise and damage
to valves.
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A level floor
with
maximum
slope of 1" (25 ram) under entire
washer.
Installing
on carpet
is not recommended.
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Floor must support
washer's
total weight
(with water
and load)
of 315 Ibs (143 kgs).
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A floor
drain
under the bulkhead.
Prefabricated
bulkheads
with electrical
outlets,
water
inlet lines, and drain
facilities
should
be used only where
local
codes permit.
Recessed Area or Closet Installation
This washer
may be installed
in a recessed
area or closet. The
installation
dimensions
shown are the minimum
spaces allowable.
Additional
spacing
should
be considered
for ease of installation
and servicing.
If closet door is installed,
the minimum
air openings
in top and bottom
of door are required.
Louvered
doors
with
air openings
in top and bottom
are acceptable.
Companion
appliance
spacing
should
be considered.
Minimum insfallafian spacing
14" max._!
.....
(356 mm)_.
(127 rnrn)I,_-_-..
/-
(25 mm)
ram)
(25 ram)
(761
(76=
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