Installation Instructions
ii i
i i i i i i
[STEP 1OI CHECK LIST
i
i i
Review this list after installing the washer to avoid a
charge for a service call not covered by the warranty,
AFTER INSTALLATI0 NCHECK TtIE FOLLOWI NG:
[] Drain hose must be pulled tight and secured to
drain facility to prevent lifting out of drain facility
during discharge, Nozzle clamp must be securely
tightened to prevent leaks. MAKE SURE DRAIN
HOSE IS NOT RUBBING AGAINST CONCRETE OR
BLOCK WALL. RUBBING MAY WEAR HOLES IN
HOSE.
[] Hose Washers-Rubber washers in both ends offitl
hoses.
El Hose Connections-Hot side (left valve) connected
to hot water supply, cold side (right valve) to cold
water supply. All connections should be hand
tightened plus 1/2 turn with pliers.
[] Grounding-Must be properly grounded to conform
to !ocal codes and ordinances.
[] Leveling-Adjust front leveling legs as necessary
(preleveled from the factory at 1"). Check side to
side and front to back. Tilt forward approximately
4" to adjust rear self-leveling legs.
[] 0peration-Turn on faucets and run washer com-
pletely through cycle by hand. Check for leaks,
noise, vibration, correct water temperatures and
proper operation in wash and spin. While washer
is in spin, raise lid and check Lid switch and brake
operation,
i
i i
ISTEP 11tLITERATURE
• Be sure to leave complete literature package and
installationinstructions with consumer.
IL i
i i iji ii ii i i
TYPICAL HOSE INSTALLATIONS:
U
TypicalCompletedWasherAssembly
II J III
SPE01FICATIONSSUBJECTTOCHANGEWITHOUTNOTIOE
i ii i i.i i ii
ii ii i ii ii
WARNING
Foryoursafety,the informationin these instructions mustbe
followed to minimizethe risk of fire or explosion, electric shock,or to
prevent propertydamage,personal Injury,or lossof life.
WATER HEATER SAFETY
• Undercertain conditions hydrogengas maybe produced ina
water heater thathas not been usedfor two wealdsor more.
Hydrogengas can be explosiveunderthese circumstances.
• tf the hot water has not beenusedfor two weeks or more,prevent
the possibility ofdamageor injury byturning onall hotwater
faucets and allowing them torun for several minutes.Dothis
before using anyelectrical appliance which isconnected tothe
hot water system.This simple procedure will allow anybuilt-in
hydrogengas to escape, Sincethe gas is flammable,do not smoke
or usean openflame or appliance during this process.
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
•Keepthe areaunderneath and aroundyourappliances freeof
• combustible materials such aslint,paper,rags,chemicals,etc.
Closesupervisionis necessaryif this appliance isused byor near
children. Donot allow children te play on.with, or insidethis or
any other appliance.
WHEN USING THE WASHER
•Neverreach intowasher while it is moving.Wait until the machine
has completely stopped before opening the _id.
•Do not mixchlorine bleachwith ammonia or acidssuch asvinegar
and/or rust remover.Mixing different chemicals canproduce a
• toxic gaswhich maycause death,
Do not washor dry articles that have beencleaned in, washedin,
soakedin, or spottedwith combustibleor explosivesubstances
(suchas wax, oil, paint,gasoline, degreaaers,dry-cleaning
solvents,kerosene,etc.). Thesesubstancesgive offvaporsthat
may ign_taor explode.Do not addthese substancesto thewash
water. Donot use or place these substances aroundyourwasher
or dryer during operation.
. Thelaundry process can reduce the flame retardancyof fabrics. To
avoidsuch aresult,carefully follow the garmentmanufacturers
wash andcareinstructions.
• Tominimizethe possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance
fromthe power supply or disconnect the washer atthe household
distribution panelbyremoving the fuse or switching off thecircuit
breaker beforeattempting any maintenanceor cleaning.NOTE:
Turningthe Cycle Selector knobto anoff position doesNOT
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
, Never attemptto o.j3eratethis appliance if it isdamaged,malfunc-
tioning,partially disassembled,or has missingor brokenparts,
including adamagedcord or plug.
WHEN NOT IN USE
• Turnoffwater faucets to relieve pressure onhoses andvalvesand
tominimizeleakageif a break or rupture shouldoccur.Checkthe
condition ofthe fill hoses;they shouldbe replacedevery5years.
• Beforediscarding a washer,or removingit from service, remove
the washer lid to prevent children fromhidlng inside.
• Donot attempt torepair or replace any partofthis appliance
unless specifically recommendedin these instructions or in
published user-repair instructions that youunderstandand have
the skills tocarry out.
• Donot tamper with controls.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY
INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
