Whirlpool 3LWTW4840YW User manual

Optional tools:

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts:

Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.

102 mm

min

(4")

Wood block

Adjustable or open end

wrench 14 mm (9/16 ")

Ruler or measuring tape

Level

Pliers that open to

44.5 mm (13⁄4")

Flashlight Bucket

Tools needed:

WASHER SAFETY

Please contact the machine's owner for proper service and repairs

if the product appears damaged or defective.

Technical Specications:

220–240 V ~50 Hz. AC, 1ph 650 Watts, IP24

Parts supplied:

NOTE: All parts supplied for installation are in the

cardboard insert in the top of the washer.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Select proper location for your washer to improve performance

and minimize noise and possible “washer walk”. Install your

washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.

1067 mm

(42")

686 mm

(27")

699 mm

(271/2")

Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer)

Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please

contact the dealer from whom you purchased your washer or

an authorized service company.

If you have: You will need:

Overhead sewer Standard 76 L (20 gal.) 990 mm (39")

tall drain tub or utility sink, sump

pump and connectors (available

from local plumbing suppliers)

25 mm (1") standpipe 51 mm (2") diameter to 25 mm (1")

diameter Standpipe Adapter

Part Number 3363920

Connector Kit Part Number 285835

Drain hose too short Extension Drain Hose Part

Number 285863

Connector Kit Part Number 285835

Lint clogged drain Drain Protector Part Number 367031

Connector Kit Part Number 285835

Drain hose with clamp,

form, and cable tie

Inlet hoses

“Y” connector

Rubber washer

Dry Linen Capacity IEC Capacity

These units are sold in multiple regions with different

requirements for measuring capacity. Below are a few

of the valid forms of measure posted on this product:

Dry Linen Capacity: A weight measure that reects a maximum

load size that can be loaded into the washer.

IEC Capacity: The capacity measure that represents the

maximum capacity of dry linens and textiles which the

manufacturer declares can be treated in a specic cycle.

10,5 kg (23 lb) 7,5 kg (16,5 lb)

SPECIFICATIONS

Plugs and cord lock cover

You will need:

n A water heater set to 49° C (120° F).

n An earthed electrical outlet located within 1,2 m (4 ft) of power

cord on back of washer.

n Hot and cold water faucets located within 0,9 m (3 ft) of hot

and cold water ll valves on washer, and water pressure

of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa).

n A level oor with maximum slope of 25 mm (1") under entire

washer. Installing on carpet is not recommended.

n Floor must support washer’s total weight (with water and load)

of 143 kgs (315 lbs).

IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will

be exposed to weather or in temperatures below 0° C (32° F).

Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in low

temperatures. See “Washer Care” in your Use and Care Guide

for winterizing information.

Proper installation is your responsibility.

Laundry tub drain system

Minimum capacity: 76 L (20 gal.) Top of laundry tub must be at

least 990 mm (39") above oor; install no higher than 1.22 m (48")

from bottom of washer.

IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 114 mm (4.5") of

drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of wash

tub. Secure drain hose with cable tie.

990 mm

(39")

114 mm

(4.5")

Floor drain system

Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number

285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285385), and an

Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be

purchased separately. To order, please contact the dealer from

whom you purchased your washer or an authorized service

company. Minimum siphon break: 710 mm (28") from bottom

of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.)

DRAIN SYSTEM

Drain system can be installed using a oor drain, wall standpipe,

oor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you need.

Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 51 mm (2"). Minimum

carry-away capacity: 64 L (17 gal.) per minute. Top of standpipe

must be at least 990 mm (39") high; install no higher than

1.22 m (48") from bottom of washer. If you must install higher

than 1.22 m (48"), you will need a sump pump system.

Wall standpipe drain system

Floor standpipe drain system

114 mm

(4.5")

990 mm

(39")

114 mm

(4.5")

See requirements for “Floor standpipe drain system.”

Recessed area or closet installation

Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for

closet door ventilation openings which are minimum required.

This washer has been tested for installation with spacing of

0 mm (0") clearance on the sides. Consider allowing more space

for ease of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion

appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and oor moldings.

Add spacing of 25 mm (1") on all sides of washer to reduce

noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top

and bottom air openings in door are required.

IMPORTANT: Washers that feature ventilation openings in the

base of the unit must not be obstructed by carpet.

76 mm

(3")

76 mm

(3")

155 cm2

(24 in.2)

310 cm2

(48 in.2)

432 mm

(17")

25 mm

(1")

126 mm

(5")

356 mm

(14" max.)

25 mm

(1")

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS

This washer must be earthed. In the event of a malfunction

or breakdown, earthing will reduce the risk of electric

shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric

current. This washer is equipped with a cord having an

equipment-earthing conductor and an earthing plug. The

plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is

properly installed and earthed in accordance with all local

codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-

earthing conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in

doubt as to whether the appliance is properly earthed.

Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will

not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified

electrician.

A 220-240 volt, 50 Hz., AC only, 10-amp, fused electrical supply

is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.

It is recommended that a separate circuit breaker serving only this

appliance be provided.

nThis washer is equipped with a power supply cord having

an earthing plug.

nTo 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 qualied

electrician.

nIf codes permit and a separate earth wire is used, it is

recommended that a qualied electrician determine that

the earth path is adequate.

n Do not earth to a gas pipe.

n Check with a qualied electrician if you are not sure the

washer is properly earthed.

nDo not have a fuse in the neutral or earth circuit.

nWhen in the installed position, the mains plug must be

accessible for disconnection.

nIf the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the

manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualied persons

in order to avoid a hazard.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Before you start: remove shipping materials

It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper

operation and to avoid excessive noise from washer.

Move washer to within 1.2 m (4 ft) of its nal location; it must

be in a fully upright position.

NOTE: To avoid oor damage, set washer onto cardboard

before moving it and make sure lid is taped shut.

To avoid damaging oor, place cardboard supports from

shipping carton on oor behind washer. Tip washer back and

place on cardboard supports. Remove shipping base. Set

washer upright.

IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is necessary for proper

operation. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer

to the instructions included with the sound shield to install it at

this time.

1. Move washer

2. Remove shipping base

For oor drain installations, you will need to remove the drain

hose form from the end of the drain hose. You may need

additional parts with separate directions. See “Tools and Parts”.

7. Remove drain hose form (oor drain

installations only)

CONNECT DRAIN HOSE

Remove the red plastic plug from the black drain port on the

back of the washer.

If clamp is not already in place on elbow end of drain hose, slide

it over end as shown. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black

elbow end of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with

clamp.

For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to step 6.

For a oor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as

shown in Step 7. You may need additional parts with separate

directions. See “Tools and Parts”.

5. Attach drain hose to drain port

Place hose into standpipe (shown in picture) or over side of

laundry tub.

IMPORTANT: 114 mm (4.5") of drain hose should be inside

standpipe; do not force excess hose into standpipe or lay

on bottom of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be used.

6. Place drain hose in standpipe

114 mm

(4.5")

Drain

hose form

Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard

packing tray from tub. Be sure to remove all parts from tray.

NOTE: Keep tray in case you need to move washer later.

Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to free from rear panel.

Gently place power cord over console to allow free access

to back of washer.

3. Remove packing tray from tub

4. Free power cord

CONNECT INLET HOSES

Washer must be connected to water faucets with new inlet

hoses with at washers (provided). Do not use old hoses.

NOTE: Both hoses must be attached and have water owing

to inlet valves. If you are only connecting to a cold water

faucet, you must use a Y-adapter (provided) .

Attach hose to hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand

until it is seated on washer. Use pliers to tighten couplings an

additional two-thirds turn. Repeat this step with second hose

for cold water faucet.

IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on

valve when attaching to faucets or washer. Damage can result.

HELPFUL HINT: Make note of which hose is connected to

hot water to help in attaching hoses to washer correctly. In

most standard congurations, hoses will cross over each other

when attached correctly.

8a. Connect inlet hoses to

water faucets

Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub,

drainpipe, or bucket to prevent clogs. Water should run until clear.

9. Clear water lines

Attach the brass female end of the “Y” connector to the cold

water faucet. Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional

two-thirds turn. One end of the long hose has a wire mesh

strainer inside the coupling. Attach this end to the “Y”

connector. Attach washer cold inlet hose to other side of

“Y” connector. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated

on connector. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional

two-thirds turn.

IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants

on valve when attaching to faucets or washer. Damage

can result.

8b.

Connect inlet hoses to

“Y” connector

Attach hot water hose to hot water inlet valve marked with

a red ring. Screw coupling by hand until it is snug. Use pliers

to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Repeat with

cold water inlet valve.

IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of hose failure, replace the hoses

every 5 years. Record hose installation or replacement dates

for future reference.

nPeriodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts,

wear, or leaks are found.

10. Connect inlet hoses to washer

Turn on water faucets to check for leaks. A small amount of

water may enter washer. It will drain later.

11. Check for leaks

Secure drain hose to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet

hoses for wall standpipe with cable tie.

12. Secure drain hose

4.5

114 mm"

(4.5") (4.5")

114 mm 4.5"

(113 mm)

(4.5")

114 mm

Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall

LEVEL WASHER

IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to reduce excess noise

and vibration.

With washer in its nal location, place a level on top edges of

washer. Use side seam as a guide to check levelness of sides.

Check levelness of front using lid, as shown. Rock washer back

and forth to make sure all four feet make solid contact with oor.

If washer is level, skip to step 15, (on models with metal feet) or

step 16 (on models with plastic feet).

13. Check levelness of washer

Place level here Place level here

Not Level LEVEL Not Level

If washer is not level:

On models with metal feet, use a 14 mm (9/16") open-end or

adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are

about 13 mm (1/2") from the washer cabinet. Then turn the leveling

foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to raise

the washer.

On models with plastic feet, use adjustable pliers to turn the plastic

leveling foot counterclockwise to lower the washer or clockwise to

raise the washer. On all models, recheck levelness of washer and

repeat as needed.

HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop up front of washer about

102 mm (4") with a wood block or similar object that

will support weight of washer.

On models with metal feet, when washer is level, use a

14 mm (9/16") open-end or adjustable wrench to turn jam

nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer

cabinet.

HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop washer with

wooden block.

15. Tighten leveling feet

Jam nut

14. Adjust leveling feet

Jam nut

Models with

metal feet

Models with

plastic feet

Select the plug that ts with the electric receptacle.

NOTE: Plug types and quantities will vary by model.

16. Select plug

POWER CORD INSTALLATION

Assemble the plug into the end of the power cord located on

the back of the washer.

17. Assemble plug

COMPLETE INSTALLATION

CHECKLIST

qCheck electrical requirements. Be sure you have correct

electrical supply and recommended earthing method.

qCheck that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra

part, go back through steps to see what was skipped.

qCheck that you have all of your tools.

qCheck that yellow shipping materials were completely

removed from back of washer.

qCheck that water faucets are on.

qCheck for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.

qRemove protective lm from console and any tape

remaining on washer.

qCheck that washer is plugged into an earthed outlet.

qDispose of/recycle all packaging materials.

qRead “Washer Use” in your Washer User Instructions.

qTo test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal

recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent

and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser

(on some models). Close lid. Select any cycle. Start washer

and allow to complete full cycle.

Secure the power cord by seating the connection on the cord

lock. Place the cord lock cover and push until it snaps. Make

sure the power cord connection is seated on the cord lock

and that the cord lock clamps correctly.

Plug power supply cord into an earthed outlet. Turn power

supply on.

18. Secure power cord

STORAGE AND MOVING CARE

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,

or moving:

1. Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and

connect washer.

2. Before using again, run washer through the following

recommended procedure:

To use washer again:

1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet

hoses. Turn on both water faucets.

2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3. Run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to clean

washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE

High Efciency detergent. Use half the manufacturer’s

recommended amount for a medium-size load.

TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer

where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in

hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving

during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1. Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water

inlet hoses.

2. Put 1 L (1 qt) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run

washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds to

mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.

1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water

inlet hoses.

2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow

WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving.

3. Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any

remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain

hose from back of washer.

4. Unplug power cord.

5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.

6. Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.

7. Place packing tray from original shipping materials back

inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place

heavy blankets or towels into basket opening. Close lid

and place tape over lid and down front of washer. Keep

lid taped until washer is placed in new location.

IMPORTANT: Washer must be transported in the upright

position.

EU representative: Whirlpool Europe s.r.l., Viale Guido Borghi 27, 21025 Comerio (VA) Italy

Manufacturer: Whirlpool Corp., 119 Birdseye St., Clyde, OH 43410

WASHER SAFETY

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

nDo not use this washer if it appears to be damaged or is defective. Contact the owner of the washer to have proper

repairs made.

nDo not use this washer if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.

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