Alliance Laundry Systems AWS48NW User manual

Installation Instructions
for Topload Washers
Inside .....................................
Washer Dimensions ........................................................... 2
Before You Start ................................................................ 2
Installation ......................................................................... 3
Installer Checklist .............................................................. Back Cover
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Date Purchased
Model Number
Serial Number
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Part No. 201471R1
April 2007

Washer Dimensions
-- 25.6 in. (65 cm)
*With leveling legs turned into base.
(10.2 mm)
-- 28 in. (71.1 cm) .=
-- 22.13 in. (56.2 cm)
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-- 26 in. (66 cm)
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Before You Start Parts Included
Supplies
For most installations, the basic supplies you will need
are:
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Safety Glasses
Wood Block
Wrench
Screwdriver
Pliers
Level
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An accessories bag has been shipped inside your
washer. It includes:
• Two fill hoses with washers and filter screens.
Refer to step 3 of Installation.
• Four rubber feet. Refer to step 5 of Installation.
• Beaded strap. Refer to step 4 of Installation.
• Installation Instructions.
• User's Guide.
• Product Registration Card.
• Warranty Bond.
NOTE: If the washer is delivered on a cold day
(below freezing), or is stored in an unheated room
or area during the cold months, do not attempt to
operate it until the washer has had a chance to
warm up.
NOTE: Install dryer before washe_. This allows
room for attaching exhaust duct.
Figure 2
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Installation
Step 1" Remove the Shipping Brace and
Shipping Plug
Remove the shipping brace from under the lid.
The shipping plug will be released from the base of the
washer when removing the cardboard base from the
washer. Refer to Figure 3.
NOTE: Do not tilt washer to front or sides when
moving.
Save the shipping brace and plug. They must be
reinstalled whenever washer is moved or transported
to a new location. This will prevent damage to the
washer. Refer to the User's Guide for instructions on
reinstalling the shipping materials.
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Shipping Brace
Shipping Plug
Cardboard Base
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Step 2: Wipe Out Inside of Washtub
Prior to first wash, use an all purpose cleaner, or a
detergent and water solution, and a damp cloth to
remove shipping dust from inside of washtub.
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Figure 3
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Step 3: Connect Fill Hoses
WARNING
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas
may be produced in a hot water system
that has not been used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If
the hot water system has not been used
for such a period and before using the
washer, turn on all hot water faucets and
let the water flow from each for several
minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. The gas is
flammable. Do not smoke or use an open
flame during this time. W029
Water Supply
Water supply faucets must fit standard 3/4 inch
(19.1 mm) female garden hose couplings. DO NOT
USE SLIP-ON OR CLAMP-ON CON2qECTIONS.
Water supply faucets should be readily accessible to
permit turning them off when washer is not being
used.
Recommended cold water temperature is 50° to
75 ° Fahrenheit (10 ° to 24 ° Celsius). Recommended
hot water temperature is 140 ° to 150° Fahrenheit
(60 ° to 66 ° Celsius). Warm water is a mixture of hot
and cold water. Warm water temperature is dependent
upon water temperature and pressure of both the hot
and cold water supply lines.
Water pressure must be a minimum of 20 to a
maximum of 120 pounds per square inch (138 to
827 kPa) static pressure measured at the faucet.
NOTE: Water pressure under 20 pounds per
square inch (138 kPa) will cause an extended fill
time in the washeL
Turn on the water faucets and flush the lines for
approximately two minutes to remove any foreign
material that could clog the screens in the water
mixing valve.
NOTE: When installing in newly constructed or
renovated buildings, it is very important to flush
the lines since build-up may have occurred during
construction.
Connecting Hoses
Remove the two plain rubber washers and two fiker
screens from the accessories bag. Install them into
each end of the fill hoses as shown in Figure 5. The
screen must be facing outward.
Screw hose couplings with the filter screens onto the
water faucets until they are finger-tight. Then, using a
pliers, screw approximately 1/4 turn. Use the red
color-coded hose for the hot water connection and the
blue color-coded hose for the cold water connection.
Screw hose couplings from other end of hoses onto the
water mixing valve until they are finger-tight. Then,
using a pliers, screw approximately 1/4 turn. Refer to
Figure 6. Make sure the red color-coded hose from the
hot water faucet goes to the water mixing valve
marked "H" and the blue color-coded hose from the
cold faucet goes to the valve marked "C".
IMPORTANT: Do not cross thread or overtighten
couplings. This will cause them to leak.
Turn water on and check for leaks. If leaks are found,
turn off the water, unscrew hoses and reinstall them
until there are no leaks.
IMPORTANT: Turn off water supply whenever
there will be an extended period of non-use.
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Water Faucet
Fill Hoses
Plain Rubber Washer
Hose Coupling
Filter Screens
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Figure 5
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IMPORTANT: Hoses and other natural rubber
parts deteriorate after extended use. Hoses may
develop cracks, blisters or material wear from the
temperature and constant high pressure they are
subject to.
All hoses should be checked on a yearly basis for
any visible signs of deterioration. Any hose showing
the signs of deterioration listed above should be
replaced immediately. All hoses should be replaced
every five years.
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Water Faucets
Cold Water Connection
Hot Water Connection
Fill Hoses
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Figure 6
Step 4: Connect Drain Hose to Drain
Receptacle
Remove the drain hose from its shipping position on
the rear of the washer by unhooking the hose from the
retainer clamp.
Install the drain hose into the drain receptacle
(standpipe, wall or laundry tub) following the
instructions below.
IMPORTANT: Drain receptacle must be capable of
handling aminimum of 1-1/4 inch (32 cm) outside
diameter drain hose.
Standpipe Installation:
Place the adapter into the standpipe.
The recommended height for the standpipe is
36 inches (91.44 cm). Standpipes higher than 4 feet
(122 cm) are not recommended.
Remove the beaded strap from accessories bag and
place around standpipe and drain hose, approximately
12 inches (30 cm) down from the top of pipe and
tighten strap to hold hose to standpipe. Refer to Figure
7. This will prevent the drain hose from dislodging
from drain receptacle during use.
IMPORTANT: To prevent siphoning, do not place
any ribbed portion of the drain hose into the
standpipe.
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_(30.49 cm)
36 in.
(91.44 cm)
Recommended
Height
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Standpipe Adapter
Beaded Strap
Standpipe - 2 in. (5.08 cm) or 1-1/2 in. (4 cm)
Diameter
Figure 7
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If standpipe is lower than 36 inches (91.44 cm), you
must install No. 562P3 Siphon Break Kit. Refer to
Figure 8. This kit is available (as optional equipment
at extra cost) through an authorized dealer or parts
distributor. Installation instructions are supplied with
the kit.
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562P3 Siphon Break Kit
Standpipe
Drain Hose
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Figure 8
Wall Installation:
For installations of this type, the drain hose MUST be
secured to one of the fill hoses using the beaded strap
from accessories bag. Refer to Figure 9.
NOTE: End of drain hose must be below height of
cabinet top.
Laundry Tub Installation:
For this type of installation, the drain hose MUST be
secured to the stationary tub to prevent hose from
disloding during use. Refer to Figure 10. Use the
beaded strap (supplied in accessories bag) to secure
hose.
We recommend leaving the standpipe adapter on the
drain hose for this type of installation.
Beaded Strap (tape if necessary)
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Figure 10
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Standpipe Adapter
Figure 9
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Step 5: Position and Level the Washer
Position washer so it has sufficient clearance for
installation and servicing.
Place washer in position on a clean, dry and
reasonably firm floor. Installing the washer on any
type of carpeting is not recommended.
For easier access to leveling legs, prop up washer with
a wooden block. Refer to Figure 11. Place rubber feet
(supplied in accessories bag) on all four leveling legs.
Refer to Figure 12.
Place a level on the cabinet top and check if the washer
is level from side to side and front to back.
If washer is not level, tilt washer back to access the
front leveling legs. Loosen the locknuts and adjust legs
by screwing into or out of washer base.
Once adjusted, tilt the washer forward on front legs
and lower back down into position to set the rear self-
leveling legs.
Make sure that the washer does not rock. When washer
is level and does not rock, tighten locknuts securely
against bottom of washer base. If these locknuts are
not tight, washer will not remain stationary during
operation.
Improper installation or flexing of a weak floor will
cause excessive vibration.
Do not slide washer across floor once the leveling legs
have been extended. Legs and base could become
damaged.
Verify that washer does not rock.
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4Rubber Cup
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Figure 11
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Step 6: Plug in the Washer
Washer requires 120 Volt, 60 Hertz electrical supply
and comes equipped with a 3-Prong grounding plug.
Refer to serial plate for specific electrical
requirements.
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Standard 120 Volt, 60
3-Wire Effectively
Grounded Circuit
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Ground
Neutral Side
Round Grounding Prong
Neutral
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When plugging in the washer:
DO NOT overload circuits.
DO NOT use an extension cord.
DO NOT use an adapter.
DO NOT operate both a washer and gas dryer on
the same circuit. Use separately fused 15 Amp
circuits.
The washer is designed to be operated on a separate
branch, polarized, three-wire, effectively grounded,
120 Volt, 60 Hertz, AC (alternating current) circuit
protected by a 15 Amp fuse, equivalent fusetron or
circuit breaker.
The three-prong grounding plug on the power cord
should be plugged directly into a polarized three-slot
effectively grounded receptacle rated 110/120 Volts
AC (alternating current) 15 Amps. Refer to Figure 13
to determine correct polarity of the wall receptacle.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of an electric shock or
fire, DO NOT use an extension cord or an
adapter to connect the washer to the
electric power source, W082
Figure 13
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
serious injury or death, all wiring and
grounding MUST conform with the latest
edition of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No. 70, and such local
regulations as might apply. It is the
customer's responsibility to have the
wiring, fuses and circuit breakers
installed by a qualified electrician to make
sure adequate electrical power is
available to the washer. W518
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Grounding Information
The washer must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the
risk of electric shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current.
The washer is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a 3-prong
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
WARNING
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service person if you are in
doubt as to whether the washer is
properly grounded. W216
Do not modify the plug provided with the washer - if it
will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
NOTE: Have a qualified electrician check the
polarity of the wall receptacle. If a voltage reading
is measured other than that in Figure 13, the
qualified electrician should correct the problem.
WARNING
This unit is equipped with a three-prong
(grounding) plug for your protection
against shock hazard and should be
plugged directly into a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or
remove the grounding prong from this
plug. W213
Step 7: Add Water to the Washer
To prevent damage to pump, do not run washer before
adding at least one quart water to the tub. If the washer
is run before any water is added, the pump seal may
overheat causing the pump to leak. Once installed, the
water retained in the drain system from the previous
cycle will provide sufficient cooling to prevent pump
seal damage.
NOTE: The agitator should not be removed except
for service. The washtub is designed to be self-
cleaning.
Figure 14
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NOTE: The wiring diagram is located in the
control hood.
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Step 8: Check Lid Switch
Washer should stop agitating and spinning when lid is
opened.
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Figure 15
Step 9: Check Installation
Refer to Installer Checklist on the back cover of this
manual and make sure that washer is installed
correctly.
Run washer through one complete cycle to make sure
it is operating properly.
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