Whirlpool GHW9100L, GHW9200L manual Installing the Pedestal

Installing the Pedestal

1.Open the pedestal drawer. Remove the envelope taped inside the drawer. This envelope contains four (4)

#12 x 5/8” (1.6 cm) hex head sheet metal screws that will be used in Steps 4 and 5.

2.Remove the Phillips head screw from both drawer sides and set the aside. (Fig. 2-3)Remove the drawer and set it aside. Push the slides back into the pedestal.

Fig. 2-3

3.The washer has feet already installed. They must be removed, prior to installing the pedestal.

4.Partially install the two (2) lower hex head sheet metal screws leaving a space of about 3/8” (2 cm) between the screw head and the bottom of the washer. (Fig. 2-4)

Fig. 2-4

5.Move the pedestal against the washer bottom. Slide the pedestal’s keyhole slots over the lower two (2) partially installed screws. (Fig. 2-5)

Fig. 2-5

Lift the pedestal toward the front of the washer and install the two (2) remaining hex head sheet metal screws. Tighten all four screws completely.

6.Tip the washer and pedestal assembly back to an upright position. Remove protective cardboard.

7.Slide the washer close to its final location.

8.Follow the Installation Instructions that came with the washer to finish installing or reinstalling. (i.e., hoses, vents, etc.)

9.Level the washer from side to side and front to back.

Place a level on the top. Locate the 1/4” hex nut on the top of each pedestal foot. Reach inside the pedestal and use a 1/4” hex head ratchet or open-end wrench to adjust the feet up or down as needed to level the washer. (Fig. 2-6)

Fig. 2-6

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