Drain facility
The recommended height of the standpipe is 18 in/46 cm. The drain hose must be routed
through the drain hose clip to the standpipe. The standpipe must be large enough to accept the
outside diameter of the drain hose. The drain hose is attached at the factory.
Flooring
For best performance, you must install your washer on a solidly constructed floor. Wood floors
may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Carpeting
and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibration which can cause your washer to move
slightly during the spin cycle.
Never install your washer on a platform or weakly supported structure.
Location considerations
Do not install your washer in areas where water may freeze, since your washer will always retain
some water in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. Freezing water can damage the belts,the
pump, hoses and other components.
Alcove or closet installation
MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS:
Sides – 1 in / 25 mm
Rear – 5.9 in / 150 mm
If both the washer and a dryer are installed in the same location, the front of the alcove or closet
must have two unobstructed air openings for a combined minimum total area of 72 in² (465
cm²).
A
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
Undercounter installation (washer only)
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1 in.
(2.5 cm)
1 in.
27 in.
27 in.
(2.5 cm)
(68.6 cm)
(68.6 cm)
39 in.
(99.1 cm)
Top – 17 in / 432 mm
Closet Front – 2 in / 51 mm
B
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
(5 cm)
1 in.
27 in.
(2.5 cm)
(68.6 cm)
(2.5 cm)
English _13
17 in.
(43.2 cm)
2 in.
33 in.
5.9 in.
(83.8 cm)
(15 cm)
1 in.
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