Recessed area or closet installation

The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing allowed (A and B), except the closet door ventilation openings. The dimensions shown for the closet door ventilation openings

(C) are the minimum required.

 

 

 

 

35.6 cm

 

7.6 cm

 

 

 

 

310 cm2

(3")

 

 

 

 

(14" max.)

 

48.3 cm

 

 

 

 

(48 in.2 )

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(19")

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

155 cm

 

 

 

 

 

 

(24 in.2 )

7.6 cm

0 cm

68.6 cm

0 cm

 

64.8 cm

10.2 cm

(3")

 

 

(0")

(27")

(0")

2.5 cm

(25¹⁄₂")

(4")

 

 

A

 

(1")

B

 

C

 

 

 

 

A. Front view

B. Side view

C. Closet door with vents

Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.

Additional clearances may be required for wall, door and floor moldings.

Additional spacing of 2.5 cm (1") on all sides of the washer is recommended to reduce noise transfer.

If a closet door is installed, the minimum air openings in the top and bottom of the door are required (C). Louvered doors with air openings in the top and bottom are acceptable.

Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

DrainSystem

The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain system. Select the drain hose installation method you need. See “Tools and Parts.”

Standpipe drain system - wall or floor (views A & B)

The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of

5 cm (2"). The minimum carry-away capacity can be no less than 64 L (17 gal.) per minute. A 3.2 cm (1¹⁄₄") diameter to 2.5 cm (1") diameter standpipe adapter kit is provided.

The top of the standpipe must be at least 99 cm (39") high and no higher than 244 cm (96") from the bottom of the washer.

99 cm

(39")

AB

Laundry tub drain system (view C)

The laundry tub needs a minimum 76 L (20 gal.) capacity. The top of the laundry tub must be at least 99 cm (39") above the floor and no higher than 244 cm (96") from the bottom of the washer.

Floor drain system (view D)

The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be purchased separately. See “Tools and Parts.”

The siphon break must be a minimum of 71 cm (28") from the bottom of the washer. Additional hoses might be needed.

99 cm

71 cm

(28")

(39")

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD

ElectricalRequirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Electrically earth this appliance.

Do not use an extension cord or an electrical portable outlet device.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

A 220 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 8- or 10-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.

This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having an earthing plug.

To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, earthing-type outlet, earthed in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the properly earthed outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

If codes permit and a separate earth wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the earth path is adequate.

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Whirlpool W10038070 installation instructions DrainSystem, ElectricalRequirements

W10038070 specifications

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