Whirlpool W10038080 User's Manual
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1. Drain hose too Drain hose kit Part Number 280131 short Lint clogged drain Drain protector Part Number 367031 Selecting the proper location for your washer improves performance and minimizes noise and possible washer walk Your washer can be installed in a basement laundry room closet or recessed area See Drain System IMPORTANT Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather Proper installation is your responsibility You will need m A water heater set to deliver 49 C 120 F water to the washer m An earthed electrical outlet located within 1 2 m 4 ft of where the power cord is attached to the back of the washer See Electrical Requirements m Hot and cold water faucets located within 90 cm 3 ft of the hot and cold water fill valves and water pressure of 34 5 690 kPa 5 100 psi Washers with triple dispensers require 138 690 kPa 20 100 psi for best performance m A level floor with a maximum slope of 2 5 cm 1 under entire washer Installing the washer on carpeting is not recommended Ventilation openings in the base must not be obstructed by carpet m A sturdy floor to support the washer weight washer water and load of 143 kg 315 Ibs Do not store or operate your washer in temperatures at or below 0 C 82 F Some water can remain in the washer and can cause damage in low temperatures See Washer Care in the Washer User Instruct2. cord restraint A and pin B are removed 2 Check that two 2 cotter pins were removed with the shipping strap A Power cord restraint B Pin 4 To remove the power cord from the cord restraint push the power cord in press TAB and then pull the power cord out Proper connection of the drain hose protects your floors from damage due to water leakage Read and follow these instructions The drain hose is connected to your washer and is stored inside the washer cabinet Remove drain hose from washer cabinet Looped power cord PeZ P Gently pull the corrugated drain hose out of the washer from the top of the hose Continue to pull the hose until the end emerges Do not force excess drain hose back into the rear of the washer Looped power cord Laundry tub drain or standpipe drain Connecting the drain hose form to the corrugated drain hose A Drain hose reliefs 1 Feed end of drain hose into one end of form Place end of drain hose form into the drain hose relief 2 Bend the hose over the top of the form and feed into the other end of the form To keep drain water from going back into the washer m Do not force excess drain hose into standpipe Hose should be secure but loose enough to provide a gap for air m Do not lay excess hose on the bottom of the laundry tub Floor drain Do not install the drain hose form on to the corrugated drain hose You may need additio
3. is connected to the hot water faucet and that the cold water hose is connected to the cold water faucet 3 Insert new large flat washers supplied into each end of the inlet hoses Firmly seat the washers in the couplings A Coupling B Washer Connect the inlet hoses to the washer A Cold water inlet valve B Hot water inlet valve 1 Attach the hot water hose to the bottom inlet valve 2 3 4 p o Attaching the hot water coupling first makes it easier to tighten connection with pliers Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer Using pliers tighten the couplings with an additional two thirds turn NOTE Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve Damage to the valves can result Attach the cold water hose to the top inlet valve Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer Using pliers tighten the couplings with an additional two thirds turn NOTE Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve Damage to the valves can result Check for leaks Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks A small amount of water might enter the washer You will drain this later NOTE Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure Record hose installation or replacement dates for future reference 3 Wrap the drain hose to the laundry tub leg or drain standpipe with
4. require additional parts For information on ordering please refer to the toll free phone numbers on the front Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation The parts supplied are in the washer basket Tools needed for connecting the drain hose and water inlet hoses m Pliers that open to 3 95 cm 1 6 m Flashlight optional Parts supplied A Water inlet hose 2 B Drain hose form C Large flat washer 4 D Small flat washer 2 E Inlet hose adapter Tools needed for securing the drain hose and leveling the washer m Adjustable or open end wrench 14 mm e m Wood block m Ruler or measuring tape m Level Parts supplied A B A Beaded tie strap B Front leveling feet with nuts 2 page of the Washer User Instructions If You Have Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 2 4 m 96 You Will Need to Buy Sump pump system if not already available 2 5 cm 1 diameter standpipe 3 2 cm 1 diameter to 2 5 cm 1 diameter standpipe adapter kit Part Number 280130 Overhead sewer Standard 76 L 20 gal 99 cm 39 tall drain tub or utility sink sump pump and connectors available from local plumbing suppliers Floor drain Siphon break kit Part Number 280129 additional drain hose Part Number 3357090 Water faucets 2 longer water fill hoses beyond reach of fill hoses 1 8 m 6 ft Part Number 76314 3 0 m 10 ft Part Number 350008
5. WASHER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents WASHER SAFETY ccccsssstesssssesseeesseneenennennes 1 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ie Tools and Parts eceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeee 2 Location Requirements 2 Drain System Electrical Requirements INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before You Start Remove Shipping Materials Connect Drain Hose 2 Connect the Inlet Hoses Secure the Drain Hose Level the Washer Complete Installation cece eeeeeeeeeeees 8 NN OOKRPHPHRW WO WASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately ADANGER follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow A WARN q N G instructions All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed W10038080 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Alternate Parts Your installation may
6. be connected to an earthed metal permanent wiring system or an equipment earthing conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment earthing terminal or lead on the appliance INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Straight power cord AWARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install washer Failure to do so can result in back or other injury NOTE To avoid floor damage set the washer onto cardboard before moving across floor Removing the shipping material is necessary for proper operation If the shipping material is not removed the washer will make Straight power cord excessive noise 1 Remove power plug and yellow strap from machine base to 1 Move the washer to within approximately 90 cm 3 ft of its release the rear leveling system final location 2 The washer must be in the upright position and not tilted before removing the shipping material 3 Locate the yellow shipping materials on the rear of the machine near the bottom Follow the steps for your particular model either the one with the straight power cord and cord restraint or the looped power cord version x 2 Firmly grasp the power cord and pull to completely remove 1 Firmly grasp the yellow shipping strap and pull until both ends the power cord cord restraint and pin from the rear panel are completely removed from washer 3 Confirm that the power
7. erly earthed outlet installed by a qualified This washer must be earthed In the event of a malfunction electrician or breakdown earthing will reduce the risk of electrical m f codes permit and a separate earth wire is used it is shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the current This washer is equipped with a cord having an earth path is adequate equipment earthing conductor and an earthing plug The m The installer is to confirm through the local power supply plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is authority if necessary that the machine is connected to a properly installed and earthed in accordance with all local power supply with a maximum impedance of 0 068 j0 043 codes and ordinances ohms for phases RA jXA and 0 0455 j0 02844 ohms for neutral RN jXN WARNING Improper connection of the equipment m Do not earth to a gas pipe earthing conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in washer is properly earthed doubt as to whether the appliance is properly earthed m Do not have a fuse in the neutral or earth circuit Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician For a permanently connected washer This washer must
8. ions for winterizing information Recessed area or closet installation The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing allowed A and B except the closet door ventilation openings The dimensions shown for the closet door ventilation openings C are the minimum required 48 3 cm 19 Dom gt j 696 0 648 102 a ee ih aay ay A B C A Front view B Side view C Closet door with vents m Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing m Additional clearances may be required for wall door and floor moldings m Additional spacing of 2 5 cm 1 on all sides of the washer is recommended to reduce noise transfer m Ifa closet door is installed the minimum air openings in the top and bottom of the door are required C Louvered doors with air openings in the top and bottom are acceptable m Companion appliance spacing should also be considered The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain system floor or wall the laundry tub drain system or the floor drain system Select the drain hose installation method you need See Tools and Parts Standpipe drain system wall or floor views A amp B The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of 5 cm 2 The minimum carry away capacity can be no less than 64 L 17 gal per minute A 3 2 cm 11 4 diameter to 2 5 cm 1 diameter standpipe adapter kit is provided The top of the standpipe mu
9. n 7 Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically earth this appliance Do not use an extension cord or an electrical portable outlet device Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock 8 Plug into an earthed outlet 9 Remove the protective film on the console and any tape remaining on the washer 10 Read Washer Use in the Washer User Instructions 11 To test and to clean your washer measure 1 2 of the normal recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into the washer basket or detergent dispenser on some models Close the lid Select any cycle and then pull the cycle control knob out to start the washer Allow it to complete one whole cycle 4 06 Printed in U S A
10. nal parts See Floor drain under Tools and Parts 1 Insert one new large flat washer into one end of each inlet hose Firmly seat the washers in the couplings 2 Screw on the hose adapter by hand until it is seated on the washer Using pliers tighten the hose adapter with an additional two thirds turn A Inlet hose coupling B Large flat washer C Hose adapter D Small flat washer NOTE Do not overtighten 3 Insert one new small flat washer into the end of the hose adapter Firmly seat the washers in the couplings Connect the inlet hoses with the adapters to the water faucets Make sure the washer basket is empty 1 Attach the end of the hose with the adapter labeled hot to the hot water faucet Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer 2 Attach the end of the hose with the adapter labeled cold to the cold water faucet Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer 3 Using pliers tighten the couplings with an additional two thirds turn Tighten the couplings with an additional two thirds turn NOTE Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve Damage to the valves can result Clear the water lines 1 Run water through both faucets and inlet hoses into a laundry tub drainpipe or bucket to get rid of particles in the water lines that might clog the inlet valve screens 2 Check the temperature of the water to make sure that the hot water hose
11. r You may hear the self adjusting rear feet click into place Lower the washer to the floor by A Self adjusting feet 3 Check the levelness of the washer by placing a level on the top edges of the washer first side to side then front to back 4 lf the washer is not level move the washer out slightly tip back prop up the front of the washer with the wood block and adjust the feet up or down as necessary by twisting the feet Turn the feet clockwise to raise the washer or counterclockwise to lower the washer Repeat steps 1 through 4 until washer is level W10038080 2006 Whirlpool Corporation Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 5 After the washer is in its final location and level use a 14 mm or 6 open end wrench to turn the nuts counterclockwise on the feet tightly against the washer cabinet IMPORTANT If the nuts are not tight against the washer cabinet the washer may vibrate 1 Check the electrical requirements Be sure that you have the correct electrical supply and the recommended earthing method See Electrical Requirements 2 Check that all parts are now installed If there is an extra part go back through the steps to see which step was skipped 3 Check that you have all of your tools 4 Check that the yellow shipping strap was completely removed from the lower back of the washer 5 Dispose of recycle all packaging materials 6 Check that the water faucets are o
12. st be at least 99 cm 39 high and no higher than 244 cm 96 from the bottom of the washer Laundry tub drain system view C The laundry tub needs a minimum 76 L 20 gal capacity The top of the laundry tub must be at least 99 cm 39 above the floor and no higher than 244 cm 96 from the bottom of the washer Floor drain system view D The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be purchased separately See Tools and Parts The siphon break must be a minimum of 71 cm 28 from the bottom of the washer Additional hoses might be needed AWARNING y Electrical Shock Hazard Electrically earth this appliance Do not use an extension cord or an electrical portable outlet device Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock m A230 volt 50 Hz AC only 10 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 m This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having an earthing plug m To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating earthing type outlet earthed in accordance with EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS local codes and ordinances If a mating outlet is not available it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer For an earthed cord connected washer to have the prop
13. the beaded tie strap Push fastener into the nearest hole in the beaded tie strap See view A or B A If the washer faucets and the drain standpipe are recessed put the formed end of the drain hose into the standpipe Tightly wrap the tie strap around the water inlet hoses and the drain hose See view C m f you connect only one water hose you must cap off the remaining water inlet port m Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges kinks cuts wear or leaks are found 1 Remove the shipping strap from the power cord Drape the power cord over the console 2 Remove any cardboard used to move washer Beaded tie strap Properly leveling your washer avoids excessive noise and vibration Install the Front Leveling Feet Prop up the front of the washer about 10 2 cm 4 witha wood block or similar object The block needs to support the weight of the washer A Threaded holes for feet 2 Screw the locknut onto each foot to within 2 5 cm 1 of the foot base 3 Screw the feet into the threaded holes at the front corner of the washer until the nuts touch the washer Twist the feet to install NOTE Do not tighten the nuts until the washer is level 4 Tilt the washer back and remove the wood block Gently lower the washer to the floor Steps in Final Location Slide the washer to its final location Tilt the washer forward until the rear of the washer is at least 10 2 cm 4 off the floo
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