Whirlpool 3397616 installation instructions Numbers correspond to steps, Panel E

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10.Standpipe or laundry tub drain system:

Open yellow clamp and slide over “hook” end of drain hose to secure the rigid and corrugated sections together.

Floor drain system: Do

Not install “hook” end of drain hose to corrugated section. Consult your plumber for proper installation.

Slide washer/dryer onto cardboard or hardboard before moving across floor to avoid damaging floor covering.

11.If you have room to work from either side of the washer/dryer, move washer/dryer close to final position so you can easily complete the following steps. (Go to Step 12.)

If you are working in a closet or recessed area, move the washer/dryer into final position and remove cardboard or hardboard from under washer/dryer. Remove the access panel by removing three Phillips-head screws and one bumper, located at the top of the access panel. Set panel, screws and bumper aside. Complete the following steps through the access area.

12.Put “hook” end of drain hose into laundry tub or standpipe. Check for proper length of drain hose.

13.Before attaching water inlet hoses, run water through both faucets into a bucket. This will get rid of particles in water lines that might clog hoses. Mark which is the hot water faucet.

Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker.

14.Attach bottom inlet hose (inlet marked “H”) to hot water faucet. Attach top inlet hose (inlet marked “C”) to cold water faucet. Tighten couplings to the faucets by hand. Use pliers to make final two-thirds turn.

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

15.Carefully move the washer/dryer into final position.Tilt washer/dryer forward raising back legs 1 inch off of floor to adjust rear, self- leveling legs. Gently lower washer/dryer to floor. Check levelness of the washer/dryer by placing a carpenter’s level on top of the washer, first side to side; then front to back. If washer/dryer is not level, check that rear leveling legs move up and down freely. If washer/ dryer is level, go to Step 17.

Insert corner posts 6 inches from left leg. Do Not insert corner posts in the center of the washer/dryer.

16.If washer/dryer is not level, carefully tilt washer/dryer backward until front of washer/dryer is 3-4 inches off of floor. Insert 4 corner posts under washer/dryer about 6 inches from the left leg. Loosen nuts on each front leg. Adjust the front legs up or down. Tilt washer/dryer backward and remove corner posts. Gently lower the washer/dryer to the floor. Repeat Step 15 and 16 until washer/dryer is level.

17.When washer/dryer is level, use adjustable wrench to turn nuts on front legs up tightly against washer/dryer base. If nuts are not tight against washer/dryer base, the washer/dryer may vibrate.

Secure the drain hose to the laundry tub or standpipe with the shipping strap removed from the back of the washer.

16"

18.After shipping strap has been removed (Step 4), look for the words “cut here” marked on the shipping strap, about 16 inches from plug end. Cut the shipping strap at this mark. Pull shipping strap out of the power supply cord.

Numbers correspond to steps.

11.20. 28.

15.

7.

14.

6. 23. 30.

21. 22.

9.

7. 8.

12. 19.

10.

Pull shipping strap with 2 cotterpins completely out of washer.

4. 18. 19.

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Contents Installation Instructions Electrical requirements Tools and materials needed for installationBefore you start Important Observe all governing codes and ordinancesElectrical connection Panel BExhaust requirements Panel CWith washer/dryer in laundry area Mobile home installationNow start Panel DNumbers correspond to steps Panel ECongratulations Panel FCloset installation must be exhausted outdoors Product dimensions Installation instructionsRecessed area minimum Installation spacing Recessed and closetIf washer/dryer does Not operate properly When moving Washer/dryerIf you need service If you need assistance