LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER:
1.In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. The ambient temperature should never be below 60 degrees F (15.6 degrees
C)for proper washer operation.
2.In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or drapes.
3.In an area (garage or
4.On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum slope of 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 be necessary.
IMPORTANT
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
When Installed in alcove or closet: Sides, Rear = 0 in. (0 cm)
Top = 0 in. (0 cm) Front Console Model Top = 15 in. (36.1 cm) Rear Console Model
When installed in closet: Front = 1 in. (2.54 cm)
Closet door ventilation required: 2 Iouvered openings each 60 in2 (387 cm2), 3 in. (7.6 cm) from top and bottom of door.
UNPACKING
1.Cut the shipping carton along the dotted line along the base of the unit.
2.While in the carton carefully lay the washer on its back side.
3.Remove the styrofoam base.
4.Carefully return the washer to an upright position and remove the carton.
5.Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (122cm) of the final loCation.
6.Remove the following from the back side of the washer: 4 bolts,
4 yellow plastic spacers,
4 metal "P" clamps.
7.Remove the service panel from the front of the washer.
8.Remove the 4 nuts and 6 large washers that attach the 2 yellow shipping braces to the drum and the base. Lift up on the drum and remove the braces (a yellow ribbon surrounds the items to be removed). These braces must be removed to allow the power supply cord to be released from the shipping ring.
9.Remove the large styrofoam block located under the drum. Lift up on the drum, tilt the base of the foam block inwards toward the rear of the washer until free, then pull it out.
10.Remove and discard the yellow ribbon and label from the front of the washer.
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11.From the rear of the washer, carefully pull out the
power supply cord through the hole in the backsheet.
12.Replace the service panel and screws.
NOTE: If the washer is to be transported at a later date, the shipping support hardware must be reinstalled to prevent shipping damage. Retain the hardware in the plastic bag provided.
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