Whirlpool CAWC529PQ0 manual Portable Installation Instructions, Connect Fill-And-Drain Hose

PORTABLE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Drain System

The washer must drain into a sink or laundry tub with a carry- away capacity of 7 gal. (26.6 L) per minute (for portable installations). The top of the tub must be at least 27" (68.6 cm) above floor and no higher than 48" (121.9 cm) from the bottom of the washer.

27"

(68.6 cm)

Connect Fill-And-Drain Hose

Proper connection of the fill-and-drain hose will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage.

Connect Drain Hose

To prevent the fill-and-drain hose from leaking, it must be installed according to the following instructions.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installation, this procedure must be followed exactly.

1.Wet inside end of the fill-and-drain hose with tap water. IMPORTANT: Do not use any lubricant other than water.

2.Squeeze ears of double-wire clamp with pliers to open. Place clamp over the straight end of the drain hose

¼" (6 mm) from the end. Twist hose back and forth while pushing down onto drain connector at the bottom of the washer. Continue until hose contacts the cabinet.

¼"

(6 mm)

3.Place clamp over area marked “CLAMP.” Release clamp.

Insert new flat washer (supplied) into the end of the inlet hose. Firmly seat the washer in the coupling.

¼"

A

AB

A.Coupling

B.Washer

Connect Fill Hose

Attach the fill-and-drain hose to the cold water (left) inlet valve. Tighten coupling by hand. Use pliers to make an additional two- thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the valves can result.

Hot water (right) inlet valve is capped. Leave this valve capped.

(6 mm)

B

¼"

C (6 mm)

A.Drain hose

B.Clamp

C.Cabinet

Attach Faucet Adapter Kit

Proper connection of your faucet adapter kit will allow hot and cold water to enter your washer properly. It also helps prevent water damage due to leaks.

Attach the faucet adapter kit from the parts bag to your faucet. A standard faucet adapter and washer are supplied. Customized adapters are available from traditional plumbing supply sources.

A

B

A.Washer

B.Adapter

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