Whirlpool 3948875 - Manual (Page 2)

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Before you start...
Location of washer: Check location where washer will be installed. Make sure you have everything necessary
for correct installation. Proper installation is your responsibility.
Earthed electrical
outlet is required. See
"Electrical requirements.
Panel A.
The hot and cold water
inlets on the back of the
washer have 3/4 — 11-1/2
American hose coupling
standard threads.
Hot and cold water
faucets: Must be
within 122cm (4 feet)
of the back of the
washer and provide
water pressure
34.5-1200 kPa
(5-175 PSI).
Water heater: Set to
deliver 60°C(140°F)
water to washer.
Support: Floor must be
sturdy enough to support
washer weight of 143kg
(315 pounds).
Level floor: Maximum
slope under entire washer ■
2.5cm (1 inch).
Do Not store or operate washer below 0°C (32°F)
(some water may remain in washer).
See Use & Care Guide for "Winterizing" information.
Recessed area instructions...
This washer may be installed in a recessed area or closet.
and bottom of door are required.
Louvered doors with air openings
in top and bottom are
acceptable.
Companion appliance spacing
should be considered.
The installation dimensions shown
are the minimum spaces
allowable. Additional spacing
should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
If closet door is installed, the
minimum air openings in top
Minimum instaiiation spacing
* Additional clearances for wall, door and floor moldings may be required.
Front view
Drain system:
Untape and open washer lid. Remove packages, hoses and literature rack from washer.
1. Laundry tub drain system:
Needs a 76-liter (20-gallon) laundry tub.
2. Floor drain system: 3. Standpipe drain system:
Needs a 51-mm (two-inch) minimum diameter standpipe with minimum
carry-away capacity of 64 liters (17 gallons) per minute.
Floor standpipe
drain
Top of
standpipe
must oe at
least 86cm
(34 inches)
high and no
higher than
183cm
(72 inches)
from bottom
of washer.
Wall
standpipe
drain
86cm
(34 inches) min.
183cm
72 inches) max.
rom end of
drain hose to
bottom of
washer.
If a longer drain hose is needed, use drain hose extension kit (Part No. 285702). If drain hose must be shortened, use kit (Part No. 285442).
Both kits are available from Whirlpool-authorized parts distributors.
Electrical requirements
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A warning
Recommended earthing method
Electrical
Electrical earth is required
on this appliance.
Do Not earth to a gas pipe.
Do Not change the power
supply cord plug. If it does
not fit the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by
Shock Hazard
Do Not use an extension cord
with this appliance.
Do Not have a fuse in the
neutral or earthing circuit.
Check with a qualified
electrician if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is
properly earthed.
a qualified electrician.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in
death or serious injury.
round earthing-
If codes permit and a separate
earthing wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified
electrician determine that the
earthing path is adequate.
Panel A
A 240-volt, 50-Hz, 8-amp, fused electrical
supply is required. Time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker is recommended. It is
recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
For your personal safety, this appliance must
be earthed. This appliance is equipped with a
power supply cord having an earthing plug.
If the power supply cord of this washer is
damaged, it must be replaced by a special
cord, (Part No. 3353308), available from the
dealer from whom you purchased the washer,
or an authorized Whirlpool service company.
To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord
must be plugged into a mating earthing-type
wall receptacle, earthed in accordance with
local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall
receptacle is not available, it is the personal
responsibility and obligation of the customer
to have the proper earthed wall receptacle
installed by a qualified electrician. See Figure
1 to determine the proper mating wall
receptacle for the power supply cord plug