Wwarning, Choose the proper location clearances – LG WM0742HGA User Manual

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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S

CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION

CLEARANCES

Allow at least 24 in. (61.2 cm) in front of the

washer to open the door.

(75 cm)

(10 cm)

51"

(129.5 cm)

(54 cm)

To ensure sufficient clearance for water lines and

airflow, allow minimum clearances of at least

1 in. (2.5 cm) at the sides and 4 in. (10 cm)

behind the unit. Be sure to allow for wall, door,

or floor moldings that may increase the required

clearances.

•

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use

an adapter or extension cord. Plug into a

grounded 3-prong outlet. Failure to follow this

warning can cause serious injury, fire, electrical

shock, or death.

Power Outlet

• The power outlet must be within 60 in. (1.5 m) of

either side of the washer.

• The appliance and outlet must be positioned so

that the plug is easily accessible.

• Do not overload the outlet with more than one

appliance.

• The outlet must be grounded in accordance with

current wiring codes and regulations.

• Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is

recommended.

NOTE: It is the personal responsibility and

obligation of the product owner to have a

proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

27"

(68.6 cm)

(2.5 cm)

WARNING

•

Washer is heavy! Two or more people

are required when moving and unpacking

the washer. Failure to do so can result in back

or other injury.

•

Store and install the washer where it will not

be exposed to temperatures below freezing

or exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

Failure to follow this warning can cause serious

injury, fire, electrical shock, or death.

•

Properly ground washer to conform with all

governing codes and ordinances. Failure to

follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,

electrical shock, or death.

•

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not

install the washer in humid spaces. Failure to

follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire,

electrical shock, or death.

• The base opening must not be obstructed by

carpeting when the washer is installed on a

carpeted floor.