Installation Instructions

WASHER LOCATION

The washer must be installed on firm flooring to minimize vibration during the spin cycle.

Concrete flooring is best, but a wood floor is sufficient, provided floor support meets FHA standards. The washer should not be installed on rugs or exposed to weather.

Minimum clearance between washer and adjacent walls or other surfaces:

0” either side

2” front

3” rear

Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 52”.

WASHER DIMENSIONS

Front View

4318

(109.4 cm)

27”

(68.6 cm)

 

 

5234

 

 

(133.7 cm)

 

 

(with lid

Side View

 

open)

 

 

 

2814 (71.6 cm)

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

Your washer is approved for installation in an alcove or closet, as stated on a label on the back of the machine.

Minimum clearance between washer and adjacent walls or other surfaces:

0” either side

2” front

3” rear

Minimum vertical space from floor to overhead shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 52”.

Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have at least 60 square inches of open area for washer only, or if the closet contains both a washer and a dryer, door must contain at least 120 square inches of open area equally distributed. Air openings are required to be unobstructed when a door is installed. A louvered door with equivalent air openings for the full length of the door is acceptable.

NOTE: The clearances stated on this label are minimums. Consideration must be given to providing adequate clearances for installing and servicing.

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GE Dryer operating instructions Washer Location, Washer Dimensions, Requirements for Alcove or Closet Installation