Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions

LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER

Do Not Install the Washer:

1.In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. The ambient temperature should never be below 60°F (15.6°C) for proper washer operation.

2.In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or drapes.

3.On carpet. The floor MUST be a hard surface with a maximum slope of 1/2per foot (1.27 cm per

30 cm). To make sure the washer does not vibrate or move, you may have to reinforce the floor.

NOTE: If floor is in poor condition, use 3/4impregnated plywood sheet solidly attached to the existing floor covering.

IMPORTANT:

Minimum Installation Clearances

When installed in alcove: Sides, Rear, Top = 0(0 cm)

When installed in closet: Sides, Rear, Top = 0(0 cm), Front = 1(2.54 cm)

Closet door ventilation openings required:

2 louvers each 60 square in. (387 cm2), located 3(7.6 cm) from top and bottom of door

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

FRONT

27” (68.58 cm)

39.8” (101.1 cm)

SIDE

cm)

 

(2.1

 

 

 

34” (86.36 cm)

0.83”

 

 

 

 

39” (99.06 cm)

39.8” (101.1 cm)

*NOTE:

With Washer Legs: 40.5” (102.5 cm) (0.75” adjustability)

With Pedestal: 53.75” (136.6 cm) (0.75” adjustability)

Stacked: 82.75” (209.8 cm)

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GE GFWS3600, GFWS3605 Installation Instructions, Location Of Your Washer, Rough-In Dimensions, Do Not Install the Washer