Maytag MAH4000AWQ NEPTUNE User manual

NEPTUNE
HIGH- EFFICIENCY WASHER
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE OWNER

REQUIRElVlE NTS
120 Volt, 60 Hz. 15 AMP Fuse or Circuit Breaker
Individual branch circuit serving only the washer is recommended. The washer is equipped
with a power cord. NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
GROUNDING
ELECTRICAL GROUND IS REQUIRED ON THIS APPLIANCE.
Appliance is equipped with a power cord having a 3-prong grounding plug for use in a
properly installed and grounded outlet.
ADDITIONAL GROUNDING CONNECTIONS
If a separate ground is required by local codes, an accessory kit is available. Connect the
ground wire to the back of the unit by using the wire found in the accessory kit. Secure the
other end of ground wire with the clamp (also in the accessory kit) to a grounded COLD
metal water pipe. NOTE: Cabinet ground screw and washer are found in the customer
package.
NEVER CONNECT GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES,GAS LINES
OR HOT WATERPIPES.

WATER
Water pressure of 30 to120 p.s.i, is required to correctlyfill the washer in the proper time.
Pressures of less than 30 p.s;i, may cause a failure in the water valve or the fill times to be
extended past what the washer controls will normally allow. The water valve may also not
shut off completely.
Hot and cold water faucets must be within 4 feet of the back of the washer for inlet hoses
provided with the washer. NOTE: Accessoryinlet hoses are available in various lengths up
to 10 feet for faucets more than 4 feet from the back of the washer.
TO AVOID THEPOSSIBILITY OF WATERDAMAGE, SHOULD A HOSE LEAK,
ALWAYS HAVE FAUCETSACCESSIBLE AND TURN OFF FAUCETS WHEN
WASHER IS NOT IN USE.
Water heater should be set to deliver a minimum of 120 degrees to 140 degrees F (49-60
degrees C) water to the washer.
DRAIN FACILITY
Recommended height of the standpipe is 36 ". If the standpipe is less that 24" high, the drain
hose should be routed through the clip to raise the hose to the proper height. Standpipe must
be large enough to accept the outside diameter of the drain hose.
Without the 24"high elevation, water may run out of the washer prematurely. For instal-
lations with less than a 24" high standpipe, please refer to the section titled: FLOOR
DRAIN INSTALLATION.
THE WASHING MACHINE MUST NOT BE STORED IN AN AREA WHERE IT WILL
BE EXPOSED TO WATER AND/OR WEATHER.

FLOORING
For best performance the washer must be installed on a solidly constructed floor. Wood
" floors may needto be reinforced to minimize vibration and /or unbalanced load situations.
Carpeting and soft tile surfacbs are contributing factors in vibration and /or tendency for a
washer to move slightly during the spin cycle. Never install the washer on a platfot'm or
weak supported structure.
LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS
It is recommended the washer never be installed in areas where water may freeze since the
washer will always maintain some water in the water valve, pump and hose areas. This can
cause damage to belts, pump, hoses and other components. Operating temperature should be
above 60 degrees F.
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS
SIDES - 0 in., REAR - 1 in.
TOP - 2 in., CLOSET FRONT - 0 in.
The closet front must have a total unobstructed air opening of 72 sq.in, minimum. A lou-
vered door with equivalent air opening is acceptable.
IMPORTANT TOINSTALLER
PLEASE READTHE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
STARTING TO INSTALL THE WASH-ING MACH1NE. THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SHOULDBERETAINEDFOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
REMOVE THE DOOR FROM ALL DISCARDED APPLIANCES TO AVOID THE
DANGER OF A CHILD SUFFOCATING.

ADDITIONALINFORMATION
50 HERTZOPERATION
This Maytag appliance is manufactured for operationon60 Hz AC approved electricaJser-
vice.This modelis not designed for use on 50 Hz AC electrical service and conversion of
the product from60 to 50 Hz operation is not recommended. For additional information on
50 Hz products, write:
MAYTAG INTERNATIONAL, INC.
8700BRYN MAWR AVE.
CHICAGO IL 60631
Phone [phone]
CABINET DIMENSIONS
1"rain--.-- I"-
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43V4"rain
109.8 cml
361/4"min
92.0 cm
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,27" , 27V2"-- , . 221/4', _
68.5 cm 69.2cm 58.5 cm

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TOOLSneeded for _nsta_lation.
•channel lock
• 5/16 nut driver
•level
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•screwddver f[atb{ade
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STEP ONE - PREPARE WASI-_R
1. Carefully remove any packaging materials from the outside of the washer. Set aside two
corner posts for installation. IMPORTANT: Notice that the hoses and power cord are tied
up with a shipping strap. The strap SHOULD NOT BE CUT OR REMOVED until the
machine is ready tobe installed. ::
2. Locate the metal buckles attached to the shipping straps at _e back of the washer. Care-
fully cut away straps near both buckles, completely removing both buckles from the washer.
Pull loose straps from back of washer one at a time until all straps have been removed.
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3. Lay two corner posts behind the washer and gently tip the washer over on to its back.
4, Remove the crate bottom from the washer.
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5. Locate two 1/2" hex shipping bolts on bottom of metal base. Remove both bolts, freeing
the tub and suspension. DONOT BE ALARMED as thelast bolt is removed, the tub will
jump to a position where it is resting against the back of the washer.
SHIPPtNG BOLTS

6. Loosen the four adjustable washer legs and lock nuts. Install vinyl feet found in installa-
tion package. Feed can be more easily installed when immersed in hot water before
installing. Carefully raise the washer back to an upright position.
STEP 2- INSTAI,L THE WASHER
1. Install gooseneck end of drain hose into standpipe. Be sure an air-tight connection is
made between the drain hose and the standpipe. Standpipe must be at least 24" high. 36"
high is recommended. NOTE: If drain standpipe is in excess of 5 feet above floor level,
install pump accessory kit, part number 22002136. NOTE: Caution must always be exer-
cised to avoid "kinking" the drain hose. For best performance _e drain hose should not be
restricted in any way, through etbows, couplings or excessive lengths.
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2. Connect inlet hoses to water supply using screen washer at faucet connections.
3. Plug power cord into a grounded 120 volt 60 Hz approved electrical service protected by
a 15 amp fuse or comparable circuit breaker. This washer is grounded through the third
prong of the power cord when plugged into a three prong grounded receptacle.
NOTE: To prevent thepossibility of electricalshock,thiswasher(asis the case with
other electrical appliances) must be adequately grounded.
It is the responsibility of the installer to assure the washer is adequately grounded at the point
of installation taking into consideration the local conditions, codes and requirements.
4. Slide washer into position.Do not kink drain hose. NOTE: the washer must be lev-
eled on all 4 edges. To properly level a machine, the top coverand the front panelmust
be securely fastened.A carpenter's level shouldbe used on all 4 edges of the top cover.
5. Slide the washer out of position to either raise or lower the leveling leg required to level
or stabilize the washer securely on all four legs. Slide the washer back into position to con-
firm levelness and solidness to the floor. When satisfied the washer is level, tighten the
locking nuts up against the base ofthe washer. This will secure the leveling legs in place.

FLOORDRAIN INSTALLATION
If a floor drain is used, route the drain hose through the drain hose strap (as shown) before
routing to thedrain. For installationswhere the drain hose cannot be conveniently elevated
to 24", the drain hose must be supported by the drain hose strap on the back of the washer.
DOOR REVERSAL
Clothes washer door swing direction can be successfullychanged using the following proce-
dure:
1. Swing door fully open and support it while removing four hinge screws (which hold
hinges to door assembly).
2. Set door aside and transfer four color matched door screws to the opposite side of the
door assembly.
3. Remove one screw holding top hinge to cabinet and one screw holding top hinge cover to
cabinet (opposite side).
4. Removehinge and bracket from cabinet by moving themup and down to a positionwhere
theyare related.
5. Install hinge and bracket in swapped locations and drive screws to attach them securely to
the cabinet.
6. Compare top hinge and top bracket to bottom hinge and bottom bracket for correct
assembly position.
7. Repeat procedures 4 - 6 for bottom hinge tocabinet and bottom bracket to cabinet.
8. Support door in fully open position on hinge side and drive four screws to securely attach
hinges to door assembly.
9. Close door and check to see that clothes washer operates properly.