Whirlpool WTW5500X Series Manual

PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
W10240509D
09/2012
Top-Loading Automatic Washer
WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, WTW5600X, WTW5640X,
WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X, WTW4880A, WTW4900A
WTW4910X, WTW5610X
42"
(1067 mm)
27"
(686 mm)
271/2"
(699 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
24 in.2
(155 cm2)
48 in.2
(310 cm2)
17"
(432 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
5"
(126 mm)
14" max.
(356 mm)
Recessed area or closet installationWasher dimensions
Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for
closet door ventilation openings which are minimum required.
This washer has been tested for installation with spacing of
0" (0 mm) clearance on the sides. Consider allowing more space
for ease of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion
appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and oor moldings.
Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of washer to reduce
noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed,
top and bottom air openings in door are required.

Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation
our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specications without notice. Instructions packed with product. Specications subject to change without notice.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
DRAIN SYSTEM
A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is
recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Minimum
carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe
must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; install no higher than
96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. If you must install higher
than 96" (2.44 m), you will need a sump pump system.
Wall standpipe drain system
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at
least 39" (990 mm) above oor; install no higher than 96" (2.44 m)
from bottom of washer.
IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 4.5" (114 mm)
of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of
wash tub. Secure drain hose with cable tie.
Floor drain system
Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number
285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285835), and an
Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be
purchased separately. To order, please see toll-free phone
numbers in your Use and Care Guide. Minimum siphon break:
28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may
be needed.)
Floor standpipe drain system
4.5"
(114 mm)
39"
(990 mm)
4.5"
(114 mm)
39"
(990 mm)
4.5"
(114 mm)
See requirements for oor standpipe drain system.
Drain system can be installed using a oor drain, wall standpipe, oor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you need.