Whirlpool W10558490A Installation Requirements, Tools needed Optional tools, Parts supplied

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.

Tools needed:

Optional tools:

Flat-blade screwdriver

Adjustable or open-end wrench 9/16" (14 mm)

4" min

(102 mm)

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Level

FlashlightBucket

Parts supplied:

NOTE: Remove parts package from the washer basket. Check that all parts were included.

Rear leveling legs with nuts (2) Removable tie strap

Wood block

Ruler or measuring tape

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tin snips (new vent

 

Adjustable wrench that

installations)

 

opens to 1" (25 mm) or

 

 

hex-head socket wrench

 

 

 

 

 

 

1/4" nut driver

 

Wire stripper

(recommended)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Caulking gun and compound

Utility knife

 

(new vent installations)

 

Front leveling legs with nuts (2) Silver double-wire hose clamp

 

 

 

 

Drain hose

 

Inlet hoses with flat washers

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Contents Table of Contents WASHER/DRYER SafetyWASHER/DRYER Safety Installation Requirements Tools needed Optional toolsParts supplied If you have You will need Location Requirements Recessed area or closet installationMobile Home Additional Installation Requirements Mobile home installations requireFront View Side View Back View DIMENSIONS/CLEARANCESDimensions ClearancesFloor drain system Drain SystemFloor standpipe drain system Wall standpipe drain systemElectrical Requirements It is your responsibilityElectrical Connection Install rear leveling legs Install front leveling legsOpen washer lid and pull out foam packing ring Electrical Connection Choose electrical connection typeRemove terminal block cover Connect ground wire Power Supply Cord ConnectionAttach power supply cord Connect neutral ground wire and neutral wireAttach direct wire cable to strain relief Direct Wire ConnectionDirect Wire Strain Relief Attach direct wire strain relief Connect neutral wireWire Direct Wire Connection Prepare your 4-wire cable for direct connectionConnect other wires Optional 3-Wire Connection Prepare your 3-wire cable for direct connectionVenting Requirements VentingPlan Vent System Recommended exhaust installationsOptional exhaust installations Alternate installations for close clearancesConnect vent to exhaust hood Install Vent SystemInstall exhaust hood Special provisions for mobile home installationsAttach clamp to drain hose Attach drain hose to drain connectorRemove drain hose form floor drain installations only Connect Drain HoseConnect Inlet Hoses Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall Connect Inlet Hoses Connect VentCheck for leaks Connect vent to exhaust outlet Secure drain hosePlug into a grounded 3- or 4-prong outlet Adjust leveling legsLevel WASHER/DRYER Check levelness of washer/dryerIf the dryer will not start, check the following Complete Installation ChecklistPage TM 2013 Whirlpool. All rights reserved