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Selecting
the proper
location
for your washer
improves
performance
and minimizes
noise and
Washer
Dimensions
possible
washer
"walk."
51"
Your washer
can be installed
under a custom
counter,
or in a basement,
laundry
room, closet,
or recessed
area. See "Drain
System."
Companion
appliance
location
requirements
should
also be considered.
Proper installation
is
your responsibility.
You will
need
•
A water heater set to deliver
120°F (49°C) water to the washer.
•
A grounded
electrical
outlet
located
within
6 ft (1.8 m) of where the power cord
is
attached
to the back of the washer.
See "Electrical
Requirements."
•
Hot and cold water faucets
located
within
4 ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold water fill valves,
and water pressure of 20-100
psi (137.9-689.6
kPa).
(129,5 c m)
•
A level floor with
a maximum
slope of 1" (2.5 cm) under entire
washer.
Installing
the
washer
on soft floor
surfaces, such as carpets or surfaces with foam backing,
is not
recommended.
(81.3 cm)
•
A sturdy and solid floor to support
the washer
with
a total weight
(water and load) of
400 [bs (180 kg).
Do not operate your washer
in temperatures
below
32°F (0°C). Some water can remain
in the
washer
and can cause damage
in low temperatures.
Installation
clearances
•
The location
must be large enough
to allow
the washer
door to be fully
opened.
•
Additional
spacing should
be considered
for ease of installation
and servicing.
•
Additional
clearances
might be required
for wall,
doob and floor
moldings.
•
Additional
spacing of 1" (2.5 cm) on all sides of the washer
is recommended
to reduce
noise transfer.
Recommended
installation
spacing
for custom
undercounter
installation
The dimensions
shown are for the recommended
spacing.
Custom
undercounter
installation
- Washer
only
39" rnin.
(99.0cm)
•
Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.
1"
_
27"i-_-
1"
(2.5 cm)
(68.6 cm)
(2.5 cm)