Whirlpool 3397612 installation instructions Congratulations, Numbers Correwond To steljs Panel F

Move washer/dryer to its permanent location. Remove cardboard/hardboard from under washer/dryer.

23 n Carefullv move the washer/dryer into final position.

l Tilt the washer/dryer forward, raising back legs 1 inch off the floor so that the rear self-leveling legs will adjust.

Gently lower the washer/dryer to the floor.

l Check that the washer/dryer is level by placing a carpenter’s level on top of the washer, first side to side. then front to back.

-If it is not level, adjust the front legs up or down.

-Tilt the washer/dryer forward, raising back legs 1 inch off the floor so that the rear self-leveling legs will adjust.

Gently lower the washer/dryer to the floor.

-Check that the washer/dryer is level. Repeat as needed.

CHECK THATDRAIN HOSEIS NOT TWISTED OR KINKED AND IS SECURELYIN PLACE.

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24 n Put “hook” end of drain hose in laundry tub or standpipe. Wrap the plastic beaded strap around the drain hose and laundry tub or standpipe. Thread beaded end of strap through keyhole end. Pull until strap is tight. Slide strap into narrow end of keyhole to lock strap in place. See Figures A-B.

If the water inlet faucets and drain standpipe are recessed, tightly wrap the plastic beaded strap around the drain hose and faucet body. (Do Not wrap strap around the faucet handles or stems,) Thread beaded end of strap through keyhole end. Pull until strap is

tight. Slide strap into narrow end of
keyhole to lock strap in place.	D
See Figure C.
Secure the drain hose to the tub
or standpipe with the plastic
strap. Failure to properly secure
drain hose could result in water

access panel in Step 19, remove the two foam shipping pieces between the washer and dryer and place with the other shipping pieces. If the exhaust duct cannot be connected from the side of the washer/dryer, the exhaust duct can be reached from the front through the access panel. Remove the two Phillips-head screws located at the top of the access panel. Set access panel and screws aside.

26 n Determine the length of exhaust duct that is needed to connect the dryer to the exhaust hood. (See “Exhaustrequirements,” Panels C and D,)

27 n Connect exhaust duct to washer/dryer and then to the exhaust hood.

l Use the straightest path possible to avoid 90” turns.

lUse duct tape to seal all joints in the exhaust system.

l Use caulking compound to seal exterior wall opening around exhaust hood.

28 w CHECK ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTSBE.SUREYOU HAVE CORRECTELECTRICALSUPPLYAND RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD. Check the Installation Instructions to see that you have completed each step. Complete any missed steps before you continue.

30 w Check that you removed all the shipping pieces, including the three shipping straps with keys. Dispose of all materials in proper manner,

If you do not remove all three shipping straps, your washer/dryer may “walk” away from its location.

31 n Check that you have all of your tools.

32 WTurn on water faucets and check for leaks. Tighten couplings if there is leaking. Do Not overtighten; this could cause damage to faucets.

33 n Replace access panel. Be sure to tighten screws at each end of the access panel.

34 tread the Use and Care Guide to fully understand your new washer/dryer. Open dryer door. Check to be sure lint screen is in its proper position. Wipe out drum.

35 n Plug power supply cord into grounded outlet. Reconnect the power supply. Now start the washer and allow it to complete the regular cycle.

36 n Start dryer and allow it to comblete a full heat cycle to make sure it is working properly. ’

damage.

If drain hose cannot be strapped into place, hose must be cut

exactly to length soPI “hook” end is held

tightly over edge of tub or standpipe. Figure D.

If a longer drain hose is needed, drain hose (Part No. 388423) and hose extension kit (Part No. 285442) are available from your authorized parts distributor. If drain hose must be shortened, use hose kit (Part No.

285442).

Note: If washer/dryer is moved to adjust drain hose, the washer/dryer must be leveled again. Repeat Step 23. Place cardboard under the washer/dryer and carefully move washer/dryer to avoid damaging floor covering.

	Congratulations!
29 n Check that all parts are now	You have successfully installed your
	new washer/dryer.	To get the	most
	efficient use from	your new
installed. See parts list, Panel D. If there is	washer/dryer, read your Use and Care
an extra part, go back through steps to
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see which step was skipped.
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