INSTALLING STACKED WASHER/DRYER
Connect Inlet Hoses
Insert new hose washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings.
Connect Inlet Hoses to Washer
1.Attach the cold water hose to the washer’s cold water inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
washer coupling
Connect Inlet Hoses to Water Faucets
Make sure the washer drum is empty.
1.Attach a hose to the hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
2.Attach a hose to the cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
3.Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional
NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve. Damage to the valves can result.
Clear Water Lines
nRun water through both faucets and inlet hoses, into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket, to get rid of particles in the water lines that might clog the inlet valve screens.
nCheck the temperature of the water to make sure that the hot water hose is connected to the hot water faucet and that the cold water hose is connected to the cold water faucet.
2.Attach the hot water hose to the washer’s hot water inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
3.Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional
NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the valve can result.
4.Turn on the water faucets completely and check for leaks.
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hoses for future reference.
Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
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