Frigidaire Coin- Operated Commercial Tumble Action Washer Electrical Requirements

	PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS		DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
	Tools Required for Installation:	Models equipped with drain pump:
1.	1/4 in. nut driver	1.	Drain MUST be capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per
2.	3/8 in. socket with ratchet.
3.	3/8 in. open end wrench.		minute.
4.	7/16 in. socket with ratchet.	2.	A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm) minimum.
5.	9/16 in. open end wrench.
		3.	The standpipe height above the floor should be:
6.	Channel-lock adjustable pliers.
7.	Carpenter’s level.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

CIRCUIT - Individual, properly polarized and grounded 15 amp.
branch circuit fused with 15 amp. time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY - 2 wire, with ground, 120 volt, single phase, 60	Max.
Hz, Alternating Current. NOTE: The use of this washer with power
created by gas powered generators, solar powered generators,
wind powered generators or and other generator other than the
local utility company is not recommended.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE - Properly grounded 3-prong receptacle to
be located so the power supply cord is accessible when the washer
is in an installed position. NOTE: GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter)
receptacle is not required.

		NOTE:
		Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a 58 in. (147 cm)
		high standpipe. For higher standpipe use hose P/N 134592701,
		available from an authorized parts distributor. If drain is less
		than 24 in. (61 cm), install a siphon break kit, available at your
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS		local hardware store.
	Improper connection of the equipment grounding	Models equipped with gravity drain:
		1. Floor drain MUST be capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L)
conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a
		per minute.
licensed electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance
		2. Floor drain diameter must be at least 1/2 inch larger than
is properly grounded.
		drain hose.
1. The washer MUST be grounded. In the event of malfunction
or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical		LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
shock by a path of least resistance for electrical current.		See rough-in dimensions on the next page (Figure 1).
2. Since your washer is equipped with a power supply cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding		DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER:
plug, the plug MUST be plugged into an appropriate, copper		1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather
wired receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in
		conditions. The ambient temperature should never be below
accordance with all local codes and ordinances or in the
		60 degrees F (15.6 degrees C) for proper washer operation.
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Codes,
		2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or
ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition). If in doubt, call a licensed
electrician.		drapes.
DO NOT cut off or alter the grounding prong on the power supply		3. In an area (garage or garage-type building) where gasoline
cord. In situations where a two-slot receptacle is present, it is the		of other flammables are kept or stored (including
owner’s responsibility to have a licensed electrician replace it		automobiles).
with a properly grounded three prong grounding type		4. On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of
receptacle.		1/2 in. per foot (1.27 cm per 30.5 cm). To ensure vibration or
		movement does not occur, reinforcement of the floor may
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS		be necessary.

Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within 42 inches (107 cm) of your washer’s water inlet. The faucets MUST be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) garden hose type so inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure MUST be between 10 and 120 pounds per square inch (maximum unbalance pressure, hot vs. cold, 10 psi.) Your water department can advise you of your water pressure.

IMPORTANT MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES When installed in alcove: Sides, Rear, Top = 0 in (0 cm). When installed in closet: Sides, Rear, Top = 0 in (0 cm), Front = 1 in (2.54 cm).

Closet door ventilation openings required: 2 louvers each 60 in² (387 cm²) - 3 in (7.6 cm) from top and bottom of door.

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