Whirlpool GLSR5233AW1 User manual

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Washer
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Before you start...
Untape and open washer lid.
Hot and cold water faucets: Must be
Remove packages, hoses and within 4 feet (122 cm) of the back of the
Grounded electrical outlet is
required. See Electrical
requirements.
Standpipe drain system: Needs a
two-inch (51 mm) minimum
diameter standpipe with minimum
carry-away capacity of
17 gallons (64 liters)
per minute.
Top of standpipe
must be at least 4
34 inches (86 cm)
high and no “.- -ht
higher than
72 inches (132 cm)
from bottom of
washer.
Maximum height must
not exceed 52 inches
(132 cm) with 50 Hz
power and 72
inches (183 cm)
with 60 Hz powe
from bottom
of washer.
bserve all governing
Check location where washer will be
installed. Proper installation is your
responsibility. Make sure you have
everything necessary for correct
installation.
literature pack from washer, washer and provide water pressure 5-100
PSI (34.5-689.6 KPa).
Laundry tub drain system: Needs a 20-
gallon (76 liter) laundry tub. Top of tub
must be at least 34 inches (86 cm) high
and no higher than 52 inches (132 cm)
from bottom of washer.
Maximum height must not
exceed 52 inches (132 cm)
with 50 Hz power and 72
inches (183 cm) with 60 Hz
ater heater: Set
to deliver 140°F
If a longer drain hose is needed,
drain hose (Part No. 388423) and
hose extension kit (Part No. 285442)
are available from Whirlpool-
authorized parts distributors. If drain
hose must be shortened, use kit (Part
No. 285442).
Floor drain “*”
system
requires a
siphon break,
Part No.
285320.
evel floor: Maximum
slope under entire
washer - 1 inch (25 cm).
Product Damage
Do Not store or operate washer
below 32°F (0°C) (some water
Support: Floor must be sturdy
----enough to support washer
weight of 315 pounds (143kg).
may remain- in washer).
See Use & Care Guide for
“Winterizing” information.
Failure to follow above may
result in product damage.
Tools needed for
installation:
adjustable wrench or
Parts supplied for
installation:
Remove parts from packages. Check
that all parts were included.
Electrical
reqllirements
Electrical Shock Hazard
*Electrical ground is required on
this appliance.
elf cold water pipe is interrupted by
plastic, non-metallic gaskets or
other insulating materials, Do Not
use for grounding.
*Do Not ground to a gas pipe.
*Do Not modify the power supply
cord plug. If it does not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
*Do Not have a fuse in the neutral or
grounding circuit. A fuse in the
neutral or grounding circuit could
result in an electrical shock.
l Do Not use an extension cord with
this appliance.
*Check with a qualified electrician if
you are in doubt as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
Failure to follow these instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
If codes permit and a separate grounding
wire is used, it is recommended that a
qualified electrician determine that the
grounding path is adequate.
A 120-volt. 50/60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-
ampere 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.
Recommended
grounding method
For your personal safety, this appliance
must be grounded. This appliance is
equipped with a power supply cord
having a 3-prong grounding plug. To
minimize possible shock hazard, the cord
must be plugged into a mating
3-prong grounding-type wall receptacle,
grounded in accordance with National
Electrical Codes, and all local codes and
ordinances. See Figure 1, If a mating wall
receptacle is not available, it is the
personal responsibility and obligation of
the customer to have a properly
grounded 3-prong wall receptacle
installed by a qualified electrician.
&prong
grounding-type
wall receptacle --+
J-prong
grounding plug
___ power
supply cord
Figure 1
literature package 4 flat water hose washers
1 drain hose
1 hose clamp 2 front leveling legs
with nuts
2 inlet hoses 1 small clamp
Panel A

Now start...
With washer in laundry area.
Pull the strap completely
out of the washer.
1
Read, then remove label that
n covers yellow shipping strap and
power supply cord. Pull to completely
remove the yellow shipping strap with 2
cot-terpins from the inside of the washer.
The power cord is attached to the
shipping strap.
Pull firmly to remove the other end of
shipping strap from the back of the
washer. The shipping strap plug must be
completely removed from the washer for
the self-leveling legs to be released.
Save the shipping strap for use in Step 17.
Numbers
correspond to
steps.
2 n Read, then remove label that
covers power cord and drain connector.
Peel the tape down and off each side of
cabinet.
Use new hoses and washers that came
with your washer.
8
3
co$ing
washer
n Insert a flat washer into each end
of the inlet hoses. Check that washers are
firmly seated in couplings.
4 III III
n Attach hose to bottom inlet valve
opening first; then second hose to top
inlet. Tighten couplings by hand. Then
use pliers to make an additional two-
thirds turn,
IMPORTANT:THISPROCEDUREMUSTBE
FOLLOWEDTO ASSUREPROPER
INSTALLATION.
5
To prevent the drain hose from
n coming off or leaking, it must be
installed per the following instructions:
1. Wet the inside end of the drain hose
with tap water. DO NOT USEANY
OTHERLUBRICANT.
Pull the yellow
strap completely
out of the washer.
2. Squeeze ears of clamp with pliers to
open and place clamp over the
end of the drain hose.
3. While holding clamp open, work
end of drain hose onto drain
connector until drain hose is within
l/4 inch (0.64 cm) of ribbed stop.
4. When the end of the drain hose is
within l/4 inch (0.64 cm> of ribbed
stop, position clamp on drain hose
so that the bottom of the clamp is
l/4 inch (0.64 cm) from the end of
the hose, release pliers.
1IA”
clamp and slide
over ‘hook’ end of
drain hose to
secure the rigid
and corrugated
sections together
Floor Damage
Slide washer onto cardboard or
hardboard before moving across floor.
Failure to do so may cause damage to
floor covering.
7
Move washer close to final position.
n Put “hook” end of drain hose into
laundry tub or standpipe. Check for
proper length of drain hose.
Panel B

8
DO NOT FORCEEXCESSLENGTH
W OF DRAIN HOSEDOWN THE
STANDPIPE.THISCOULD CAUSESIPHONING.
9 iI’I
Before attaching wafer inlet hose,
n run water through both faucets
into a bucket. This will get rid of particles
in the water lines that might clog hoses.
Mark which is the hot water faucet.
10
Attach bottom hose (inlet
H marked ‘H’ to hot water
faucet. Attach top hose (inlet marked
‘C’) to cold water faucet. Tighten
couplings to faucets by hand; then use
pliers to make final two-thirds turn.
11
Carefully tilt washer backward
n until front of washer is 3-4 inches
(7.510 cm) off of floor. Insert piece of
wood as brace.
12
Use legs and nuts from parts
n package. Screw nut down to
within l/2 inch (1.3 cm) of base.
Insert legs into
correct holes at each
front corner of washer until nuts touch
washer. Do Not tighten nuts until Step 16.
14
Tilt washer backward and
n remove corner post(s). Gently
lower washer to floor.
Move washer to its final location. Remove
cardboard or hardboard from under
washer.
W Tilt washer forward, raisina
back legs 1 inch (2.54 cm) off of floorto
adjust rear self-leveling legs. Gently lower
washer to floor. Check levelness of the
washer by placing a carpenter’s level on
top of the washer, first side to side; then
front to back.
Panel C
I not level, screw the front legs
up or down to adjust. Repeat Step 15. -
When washer is level, use wrench to turn
nuk on front legs up ttghtly against
washer base. If nuts are not tight against
washer base, the washer may vibrate.
Secure the drain hose to the tub or
standpipe with the shipping strap
removed from the back of the washer.
Failure to properly secure drain hose
could result in water damage.
n Measure and mark a point
approximately 15 inches (38.1 cm) from
the plug end of the shipping strap. Cut the
shipping strap at this point.
Check that hose is not twisted or kinked
and is securely in place.
Put “hook” end of drain hose in tub or
standpipe. Tightly wrap the shipping strap
around the drain hose and tub or
standpipe or inlet hose as shown in
Figures A-C. Push plug into the nearest
hole in the shipping strap.
LL
If a longer drain hose is needed, drain
hose (Part No. 388423) and hose
extension kit (Part No. 285442) are
available from authorized parts
distributors. If drain hose must be
shortened, use hose kit (Part No. 285442).
Note: If washer is moved to adjust drain hose, the
washer must be leveled again. Repeat Steps 15 16.
Place cardboard under the washer and carefully
move washer to avoid damaging floor covering.
18 n CHECK ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS.BESUREYOU HAVE
CORRECTELECTRICALSUPPLYAND
RECOMMENDEDGROUNDING MEWOD.
19
Check that all parts are now
n installed. See parts list, Panel A.
If there is an extra part, go back through
steps to see which step was skipped.
20
n Turn on water faucets and
check for leaks. Tighten couplings if there
is leaking. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN; this
could cause damage to faucet.
21 n Check that YOU have all of
your tools. Check that the shipping strap
with 2 cotter pins and plug was removed
from the back of the washer and used to
secure the drain hose.
22
Untape power supply cord
n and plug into grounded outlet.
23
Take a few minutes and
n read the Use and Care
Guide to fully understand your new
washer. Now start the washer and allow it
to complete the regular cycle.
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Recessedarea
iflstructions...
This washer may be installed in a
recessed area or closet.
The installation spacing is in inches and is
minimum allowable. Additional spacing
should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
If closet door is installed, the minimum air
openings in top and bottom are required.
Louvered doors with air openings in top
and bottom are acceptable.
Companion appliance spacing should
be considered.
If vou need
as&stance...
Call your dealer or local authorized
service company.
When you call, you will need the washer
model number and serial number. Both
numbers are on the serial/rating plate
located under the washer lid and on the
top of the washer.
Part No. 3358976
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14” max.
* (35.6 cm
48 sq. in. max.)
(310 sq. cm)
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(10.2 cm)
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48 sq. in.
(310 sq. cm)
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24 sq. in’
Additional clearances for wall, door
and floor moldings may be required.
Front view Side view Front view
(door not shown) Minimum installation spacing
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1”
:7.6 cm)
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