Selecting theproper location foryour w asher improves performance
and minimizes noise a nd
possible washer "walk."
Your washer can beinstalled under acustom counte5 orinabasement,
laundry room, closet,
orrecessed
area. See "Drain System."
Companion
appliance location requirements
should a lso beconsidered.
Proper installation
is
your r esponsibility.
You will
need
•
A water heater set to deliver
120°F (49°C) water to the washer.
•
A grounded
electrical
outlet
located
within
6 ft (1.8 m) of where the power cord
is
attached
to the back of the washer.
See "Electrical
Requirements."
Washer
Dimensions
•
Hot and cold water faucets
located
within
4 ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold water fill valves,
and water pressure
of 20-100
psi (137.9-689.6
kPa).
•
A level floor with
a maximum
slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire washer.
Installing
the
washer
on soft floor surfaces,
such as carpets or surfaces with foam backing,
is not
recommended.
27"
(68.6 crn)
•
A sturdy and solid floor to support
the washer
with
a total weight
(water and load) of
400 [bs (180 kg).
I)o not operate your washer
in temperatures
below
32°F (0°C). Some water can remain
in the
washer
and can cause damage
in low temperatures.
Installation
clearances
•
The location
must be large enough
to allow the washer
door to be fully
opened.
•
Additional
spacing should
be considered
for ease of installation
and servicing.
•
Additional
clearances
might be required
for wall,
door, and floor
moldings.
•
Additional
spacing of 1" (2.5 cm) on all sides of the washer
is recommended
to reduce
noise transfer.
Recommended
installation
spacing for custom undercounter
installation
The dimensions
shown
are for the recommended
spacing.
Custom
undercounter
installation
- Washer
only
39" rnin.
(99.0cm)
•
Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.