Whirlpool W10038090 User manual

WASHER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WASHER SAFETY

W10038090

Table of Contents

WASHER SAFETY............................................ 1

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................. 2

Tools and Parts ............................................. 2

Location Requirements................................. 2

Drain System................................................. 3

Electrical Requirements ................................ 3

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................... 4

Before You Start............................................ 4

Remove Shipping Materials.......................... 4

Connect Drain Hose...................................... 5

Connect the Inlet Hoses ............................... 6

Secure the Drain Hose.................................. 7

Level the Washer........................................... 7

Complete Installation .................................... 8

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DANGER

WARNING

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

The parts supplied are in the washer basket.

Tools needed for connecting the drain hose and water

inlet hoses:

Parts supplied:

Tools needed for securing the drain hose and leveling

the washer:

Parts supplied:

Alternate Parts

Your installation may require additional parts. For information on

ordering, please refer to the toll-free phone numbers on the front

page of the Washer User Instructions.

Location Requirements

Selecting the proper location for your washer improves

performance and minimizes noise and possible washer “walk.”

Your washer can be installed in a basement, laundry room, closet,

or recessed area. See “Drain System.”

IMPORTANT: Do not install or store the washer where it will be

exposed to the weather.

Proper installation is your responsibility.

You will need:

■A water heater set to deliver 49°C (120°F) water to the washer.

■An earthed electrical outlet located within 1.2 m (4 ft) of where

the power cord is attached to the back of the washer. See

“Electrical Requirements.”

■Hot and cold water faucets located within 90 cm (3 ft) of the

hot and cold water fill valves, and water pressure of 34.5-

690 kPa (5-100 psi). Washers with triple dispensers require

138-690 kPa (20-100 psi) for best performance.

■A level floor with a maximum slope of 2.5 cm (1") under entire

washer. Installing the washer on carpeting is not

recommended. Ventilation openings in the base must not be

obstructed by carpet.

■A sturdy floor to support the washer weight (washer, water

and load) of 143 kg (315 lbs).

Do not store or operate your washer in temperatures at or below

0°C (32°F). Some water can remain in the washer and can cause

damage in low temperatures. See “Washer Care” in the Washer

User Instructions for winterizing information.

■Pliers that open to

3.95 cm (1⁹⁄₁₆") ■Flashlight (optional)

A. Drain hose form

B. Water inlet hoses (2)

C. Flat water inlet hose washers (4)

■Adjustable or open end

wrench 14 mm (⁹⁄₁₆")

■Level

■Wood block

■Ruler or measuring tape

A. Beaded tie strap

B. Front leveling feet with nuts (2)

If You Have: You Will Need to Buy:

Laundry tub or

standpipe taller

than 2.4 m (96")

Sump pump system (if not already

available)

2.5 cm (1")

diameter

standpipe

3.2 cm (1¹⁄₄") diameter to 2.5 cm (1")

diameter standpipe adapter,

Part Number 280130

Overhead sewer Standard 76 L (20 gal.) 99 cm (39") tall

drain tub or utility sink, sump pump and

connectors (available from local

plumbing suppliers)

Floor drain Siphon break, Part Number 280129;

additional drain hose,

Part Number 3357090

Water faucets

beyond reach of fill

hoses

2 longer water fill hoses:

1.8 m (6 ft) Part Number 76314,

3.0 m (10 ft) Part Number 350008

Drain hose too

short Drain hose kit, Part Number 280131

Lint clogged drain Drain protector, Part Number 367031

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.

■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.

Drain System

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.

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.

Electrical Requirements

■A 240 volt, 50 Hz., AC only, 8 - 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.

A. Front view

B. Side view

C. Closet door with vents

ABC

48.3 cm

(19")

0 cm

(0")

0 cm

(0") 68.6 cm

(27") 2.5 cm

(1")

64.8 cm

(25¹⁄₂") 10.2 cm

(4")

35.6 cm

(14" max.)

7.6 cm

(3")

7.6 cm

(3")

155 cm

(24 in. )

310 cm

(48 in. )

99 cm

(39")

99 cm

(39")

71 cm

(28")

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.

■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.

■Do not earth to a gas pipe.

■Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the

washer is properly earthed.

■Do not have a fuse in the neutral or earth circuit.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Before You Start

NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set the washer onto cardboard

before moving across floor.

Remove Shipping Materials

Removing the shipping material is necessary for proper operation.

If the shipping material is not removed, the washer will make

excessive noise.

1. Move the washer to within approximately 90 cm (3 ft) of its

final location.

2. The washer must be in the upright position and not tilted

before removing the shipping material.

3. Locate the yellow shipping materials on the rear of the

machine, near the bottom. Follow the steps for your particular

model, either the one with the straight power cord and cord

restraint or the looped power cord version.

Straight power cord

1. Remove power plug and yellow strap from machine base to

release the rear leveling system.

EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS

For an earthed, cord-connected washer:

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

or breakdown, earthing will reduce the risk of electrical

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.

For a permanently connected washer:

This washer must be connected to an earthed metal,

permanent wiring system, or an equipment earthing

conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and

connected to the equipment-earthing terminal or lead on the

appliance.

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install washer.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Straight power cord

2. Firmly grasp the power cord and pull to completely remove

the power cord, cord restraint, and pin from the rear panel.

3. Confirm that the power cord restraint (A), and pin (B) are

removed.

4. To remove the power cord from the cord restraint, push the

power cord in, press TAB, and then pull the power cord out.

Looped power cord

1. Firmly grasp the yellow shipping strap and pull until both ends

are completely removed from washer.

2. Check that two (2) cotter pins were removed with the shipping

strap.

Connect Drain Hose

Proper connection of the drain hose protects your floors from

damage due to water leakage. Read and follow these instructions.

The drain hose is connected to your washer and is stored inside

the washer cabinet.

Remove drain hose from washer cabinet

Gently pull the corrugated drain hose out of the washer from the

top of the hose. Continue to pull the hose until the end emerges.

Do not force excess drain hose back into the rear of the washer.

Laundry tub drain or standpipe drain

Connecting the drain hose form to the corrugated

drain hose

1. Feed end of drain hose into one end of form. Place end of

drain hose form into the drain hose relief.

2. Bend the hose over the top of the form and feed into the other

end of the form.

A. Power cord restraint B. Pin

Looped power cord

A. Drain hose reliefs

To keep drain water from going back into the washer:

■Do not force excess drain hose into standpipe. Hose should

be secure but loose enough to provide a gap for air.

■Do not lay excess hose on the bottom of the laundry tub.

Floor drain

Do not install the drain hose form on to the corrugated drain hose.

You may need additional parts. See Floor drain under “Tools and

Parts.”

Connect the Inlet Hoses

The washer must be connected to the water faucets using the

new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.

Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses.

Firmly seat the washers in the couplings.

Connect the inlet hoses to the water faucets

Make sure the washer basket is empty.

1. Attach the hose labeled hot to the hot water faucet. Screw

on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

2. Attach the hose labeled cold to the cold water faucet. Screw

on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

3. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional

two-thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the

valve. Damage to the valves can result.

Clear the water lines

■Run water through both faucets and inlet hoses, into a laundry

tub, drainpipe or bucket, to get rid of particles in the water

lines that might clog the inlet valve screens.

■Check the temperature of the water to make sure that the hot

water hose is connected to the hot water faucet and that the

cold water hose is connected to the cold water faucet.

Connect the inlet hoses to the washer

1. Attach the hot water hose to the bottom inlet valve.

2. Attaching the hot water coupling first makes it easier to

tighten connection with pliers.

3. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional

two-thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the

valve. Damage to the valves can result.

A. Coupling

B. Washer

Tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.

A. Cold water inlet valve

B. Hot water inlet valve

5. Attach the cold water hose to the top inlet valve.

6. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

7. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional

two-thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the

valve. Damage to the valves can result.

Check for leaks

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

water might enter the washer. You will drain this later.

NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk

of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates for

future reference.

■If you connect only one water hose, you must cap off the

remaining water inlet port.

■Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts,

wear, or leaks are found.

Secure the Drain Hose

1. Remove the shipping strap from the power cord. Drape the

power cord over the console.

2. Remove any cardboard used to move washer.

3. Wrap the drain hose to the laundry tub leg or drain standpipe

with the beaded tie strap. Push fastener into the nearest hole

in the beaded tie strap. See view A or B.

If the washer faucets and the drain standpipe are recessed,

put the formed end of the drain hose into the standpipe.

Tightly wrap the tie strap around the water inlet hoses and the

drain hose. See view C.

Level the Washer

Properly leveling your washer avoids excessive noise and

vibration.

Install the Front Leveling Feet

1. Prop up the front of the washer about 10.2 cm (4") with a

wood block or similar object. The block needs to support the

weight of the washer.

2. Screw the locknut onto each foot to within 2.5 cm (1") of the

foot base.

3. Screw the feet into the threaded holes at the front corner of

the washer until the nuts touch the washer. Twist the feet to

install.

NOTE: Do not tighten the nuts until the washer is level.

4. Tilt the washer back and remove the wood block. Gently lower

the washer to the floor.

Beaded tie strap

CBA

A. Threaded holes for feet

10.2 cm

(4")

2.5 cm

(1")

Steps in Final Location

1. Slide the washer to its final location.

2. Tilt the washer forward until the rear of the washer is at least

10.2 cm (4") off the floor. You may hear the self-adjusting rear

feet click into place. Lower the washer to the floor.

3. Check the levelness of the washer by placing a level on the

top edges of the washer, first side to side, then front to back.

4. If the washer is not level, move the washer out slightly, tip

back, prop up the front of the washer with the wood block and

adjust the feet up or down as necessary by twisting the feet.

Turn the feet clockwise to raise the washer or

counterclockwise to lower the washer. Repeat steps

1 through 4 until washer is level.

5. After the washer is in its final location and level, use a 14 mm

or ⁹⁄₁₆" open-end wrench to turn the nuts counterclockwise on

the feet tightly against the washer cabinet.

IMPORTANT: If the nuts are not tight against the washer

cabinet, the washer may vibrate.

Complete Installation

1. Check the electrical requirements. Be sure that you have the

correct electrical supply and the recommended earthing

method. See “Electrical Requirements.”

2. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part,

go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.

3. Check that you have all of your tools.

4. Check that the yellow shipping strap was completely removed

from the lower back of the washer.

5. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.

6. Check that the water faucets are on.

7. Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.

8. Plug into an earthed outlet.

9. Remove the protective film on the console and any tape

remaining on the washer.

10. Read “Washer Use”in the Washer User Instructions.

11. To test and to clean your washer, measure ¹₂ of the normal

recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent and

pour it into the washer basket or detergent dispenser (on

some models). Close the lid. Select any cycle, and then pull

the cycle control knob out to start the washer. Allow it to

complete one whole cycle.

A. Self-adjusting feet

10.2 cm

(4")

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.

W10038090

Printed in U.S.A.

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