Top-Loading Washer
42"
(1067 mm)
27"
(686 mm)
27
1
/2"
(648 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)
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
WTW4900X, WTW5500X,
WTW5550X, WTW5600X,
WTW5640X, WTW5700X
Electrical: 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 washer be
provided.
DRAIN SYSTEM
Floor standpipe drain system
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
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
Washer dimensions
For closet installation, with a door,
the minimum ventilation openings
in the top and bottom of the door
are required. Louvered doors with
equivalent air ventilation openings
are acceptable.
See requirements for oor standpipe drain system.
Floor drain system
Floor drain system requires additional parts. Minimum
siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer.
Laundry tub drain system
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 specications without notice. Instructions packed with product. Specications subject to change without notice.
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.
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" (113 mm)
of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of wash tub.
Secure drain hose with beaded tie strap.
Ref. W10240509A
04/2010