Whirlpool W10558490A Drain System, Floor standpipe drain system, Wall standpipe drain system

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DRAIN SYSTEM

Drain system can be installed using a floor drain,

wall standpipe,

floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you

need.

Floor standpipe drain system

Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Minimum

carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe must be at least 39" (991 mm) high; install no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer/dryer. If you must install higher than 96" (2.4 m), you will need a sump pump system.

Wall standpipe drain system

See requirements for floor standpipe drain system.

Floor drain system

Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285385), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be purchased separately. To order, please see toll-free phone numbers in your Use and Care Guide. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer/dryer. (Additional hoses may be needed.)

Laundry tub drain system

Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at least 39" (991 mm) above floor; install no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer/dryer.

IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 4.5" (114 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of wash tub. Secure drain hose with tie strap.

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Contents Table of Contents WASHER/DRYER SafetyWASHER/DRYER Safety Tools needed Optional tools Installation RequirementsParts 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 systemIt is your responsibility Electrical RequirementsElectrical Connection Install front leveling legs Install rear leveling legsOpen washer lid and pull out foam packing ring Choose electrical connection type Electrical ConnectionRemove 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 wirePrepare your 4-wire cable for direct connection Wire Direct Wire 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