Whirlpool 8315954 - Manuel (Page 2)

Check location where washer will be
installed. Proper installation is your
responsibility. Make sure you have
everything necessary for correct
installation.
Do Not store or operate washer below
32°F (0°C) (some water may remain in
washer).
Hot and cold water faucets: Must be
within 4 feet (1.2 meters) of the back
of the washer and provide water
pressure 10 - 100 PSI (69-690 kPa). A
pressure reduction valve should be
used in the supply line where inlet
pressure entering the building
exceeds 100 PSI (690 kPa) to prevent
damage to the washer mixing valve.
Grounded
electrical outlet
is required. See
Electrical
requirements.
Single washer
installations require
12-inch (30 cm)
minimum risers to
provide an air
cushion and
prevent noise and
damage to valves.
Untape and
open washer
lid. Remove
packages and
hoses from
washer.
Water heater: Set to
deliver 120°F (49°C)
water to the washer.
Standpipe drain system: Needs a two-
inch (5 cm) minimum carry-away
capacity of 17 gallons (64.4 liters) per
minute. Top of standpipe must be at
least 39 inches (99 cm) high and no
higher than 72 inches (183 cm) from
bottom of washer.
Level floor: Maximum slope
under washer — 1 inch (2.5 cm).
Front access to the pump area is
available by removing 2 No. T20
Torx screws and then removing the
front panel.
Support: Floor must be sturdy
enough to support loaded washer
weight of 315 pounds (143 Kg).
A floor drain should be
provided under the bulkhead.
Prefabricated bulkheads with
electrical outlets, water supply
lines and drain facilities should
be used only where local
codes permit.
Important: Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
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Before you start...
We have provided many important
safety message in this manual and
on your appliance. Always read
and obey all safety messages.
WARNING
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 be preceded
by the safety alert symbol and the
word “DANGER” or “WARNING”.
These words mean:
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.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don’t immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously
injured if you don’t follow
instructions.
DANGER
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
No. T20 TORX ®
screws
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