Full Size Tumble Action Washers
Before beginning installation, carefully read these instructions. This will simplify the
instaffation and ensure the washer is installed correctly and safely. Leave these instructions
near the washer after installation for future reference.
NOTE: The electrical service to the washer must conform with local codes and ordinances
and the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
Contents
For your safety the information in
this manual must be followed to minimize the risk
of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquid in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
. Do not try to light any appliance.
. Do not touch any eIectrica[ switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
. Clear the room, building or area of all
occupants.
. immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas suppliers
instructions.
. if you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
SUBJECT PAGE
Preqnstallation Requirements 2
Electrical Requirements 2
Grounding Requirements 2
Water Supply Requirements 2
Drain Requirements 2
Roughqn Dimensions 3
Location Of Your Washer 4
Unpacking 4
Installation 4-6
Replacement Parts 6
installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
Printed in U.S.A.
P/N 134594900A (0509)
PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools Required for Installation:
1. Phillips screwdriver
2. 10 mm socketwith ratchet.
3. Channeldock adjustable pliers.
4. Carpenter's level.
absence of local codes, with tile National Electrical
Codes, ANS!/NFPA 70 (latest edition). If in doubt,
call a licensed electri(ian. DO NOTcut off or alter
the grounding prong on the power supply cord. In
situations where a two-slot receptacle is present,
it is the owner's responsibility to have a licensed
electrician replace it with a properly grounded
three prong grounding type receptacle.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
CIRCUIT-Individual, properly polarized and grounded
15 amp. branch circuit fused with 15 amp. time delay
fuse or circuit breaker.
POWER SUPPLY- 2 wire, with ground, 120 volt, single
phase, 60 Hz,Alternating Current. NOTE: Tile use of this
washerwith power createdbygaspoweredgenerators,solar
powered generators,wind powered generators orany other
generator other than tile local utility company is not
recommended.
OUTLET RECEPTACLE- Properly grounded 3-prong
receptacle to be located so the power supply cord is
accessible when tile washer is in an installed position.
WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within
42 inches (!07 cm) of your washer's water inlet. The
faucets MUST be 3/4 inch (!.g cm) garden hose type
so inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure MUST
be between 30 and 120 pounds per squareinch (maximum
unbalance pressure, hot vs. cold, 10 psi.) Your water
department canadviseyouof your water pressure.Tile hot
water temperatureshouldbeabout 140degreesF(60 degrees
DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
1. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gab (64.3 L) per
minute.
2. A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm)
minimum.
3. The standpipe height above the floor should be:
Minimum height: 24 in. (61 cm)
Maximum height: 96 in. (244cm)
NOTE: GFI(Ground Fault Interrupter) receptacle is not
required.
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
Improper connection of the equipment
grounding conductor (:an result in a risk of electrical
shock. Check with a licensed electrician if you are in
doubt asto whether the appliance is properly grounded.
.
Tile washer MUST be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electrical shock by a path of least
resistance for electrical current.
.
Sinceyour washer isequipped with a power supply
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor
and a grounding plug, the plug MUSTbe plugged
into an appropriate, copper wired receptacle that
is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances or in tile
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24 in.
(61 cm)
MJn.
BACK
NOTE:
Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a go
in. (229 cm) high standpipe. For higher standpipe,
use hose P/N 134369410, available from an
authorized parts distributor.
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96 in.
(244 cm)
Max.
ROUGH-IN DIMENSION5
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SIDE
Power' Cord
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(84 8)
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lock nuts removed
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LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER:
1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside
weather conditions. Theambient temperature should
never be below 60° F(!5.6 ° C) for proper washer
(detergent breakdown) operation.
2. Inan area where itwill come incontact with curtains
or drapes.
3. In an area (garage or garage-type building) where
gasoline of other flammables are kept or stored
(including automobiles).
4. On carpet. Floor MUST be solid with a maximum
slope of I/2 in. per foot (1.27 cm per 30.5 cm). To
ensure vibration or movement does not occur,
reinforcement of the floor may be necessary.
IMPORTANT
MINIMUM INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
When installed in alcove or closet:
Sides, Rear = 0 in. (0 cm)
Tap = 0 in. (0 cm)
When installed in closet: Front = 1 in. (2.54 cm)
Closetdoor ventilation required:2 Iouveredopenings each
60 in2(387 cm2),3 in. (7.6 cm) from top and bottom of
door.
UNPACKING
7. Cover the bolt holes with plugs located in the
literature bag.
8. Using the shipping posts, prop up the front of the
washer approximatley 2 inches to gain access to
the service panel screws.
g. Remove the 2 screws and remove the service panel.
1. Cut the shipping carton along the dotted line along
the base of the unit.
2. While in the carton carefully lay the washer on its
back side.
3. Remove the styrofoam base.
4. Carefully return the washer to an upright position
and remove the carton.
5. Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (122cm)
of the final location.
6. Remove the following from the back panel of the
washer: 4 packaging bolts,
4 spacers,
2 metal "P" clamps,
10. Removethe two (2) styrofoam blocks located under
the drum. Lift up on the drum, tilt the base of the
foam blocks inwards toward the rearof the washer
until free, then pull them out.
11. Replace the service panel and screws.
NOTE; If the washer isto be transported at a later
date, the shipping support hardware must
be reinstalled to prevent shipping damage.
Drain Hose InstMtadon
Thedrain hose is field installed to allow hose orientation
to the left or right, up ordown depending on location of
the house drain. The hose is shipped in the washer tub
with the spring clamp on the coupler elbow and drain
hose hanger installed on the end of the hose.
.
Remove the drain hosefrom the tub of the washer.
2.
Pushthe hose onto the drain coupler at the upper
left of the washer back panel until the hose con-
tacts the STOPRIB.
D
. RAIN HOSE TABS
PUSH HOSE ONTO ----X .... -...... -
COUPLER TO STOP RIB _\
.
Using pliers, squeeze the ears of the spring (:lamp
/
and position tile clamp sothe clamp ears_ with
and contact the tabs on the drain hose. This as-
sures proper location of the clamp to prevent leaks.
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SPRING
CLAMP
PROVIDED
', ON HOSE
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ALIGN SPRING
CLAMP EARS WITH
TABS ON HOSE
RI{I_'_T_LEFT_ UP
OR DOWN AS _EE_:O
_EF_D_ PLAOING
CL_:P I_ POSITION
INSTALLATION
Leve//ng the Washer
Excessive noise and vibration (an be prevented by properly leveling tile
washer and tightening the leveling leg lock r/uts.
1 For free standinq installation and with tile washer in it's tir/al position,
place a level on top ol the washer. Adjust the leveling legs so the
washer is level fror/t-to-rear and side-to-side, and stable corner-to-
corner. Press down on alternate corners and sides and feel for the
slightest movement. Adjust the appropriate leg so the washer is SOLID
on the floor on ALL four legs_ Keep the leveling leg extension at a
minimum for best performance ol the washer.
Once the unit is level and
stable ir/it's final position,turn
tile leveling leg lock nuts
against the base olthe
washer and tighten with a
wrench.
2. For pedestal installations, remove the Iocknuts from each of the
washer legs Reinstall each leg threading all tile way into tile base
(turn each leg tight to tile base) before mounting on tile pedestal
See additional installation instructions included with the pedestal.
3 For undercounter installations the Iockr/uts may need to be removed
before installing. Before installing, verifythere is enough clearance for
tile washer to be installed with the Iocknuts included. If space is not
available, remove the Iockr/uts
from the leveling legs and
reinstall each leg by threading
all the way until tight in the
base. Remove the front
service panel and reinstall tile
Iocknuts on top of the front
(2) leveling legs inside the
washer and tighten against
tile leveling leg bushings once
the unit is in it's final position.
Washer Connections
1 Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to
flush tile water lines and remove particles that might
clog up tile water valve screens.
2 Remove tile inlet hoses and rubber washers from
tile plastic bag located in the drum of the washer
and install the rubber washers ir/each end of tile
inlet hoses.
3. Carefully connect the inlet hose marked "HOT" to the outside "H" outlet
of the water valve. Tighten by hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn with
pliers. Carefully connect the other inlet hose to the inside "C" outlet of
tile water valve Tighten by hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn with
pliers. Do not crossthread or over-dghten these connections.
4. Connect the inlet hose ends to the HOT and COLD water faucets tightly
by hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn with pliers rum tile water or/
and check tor leaks.
NOTE; Use only new hoses.
- ALWAYSALIQN CLAI£P£_R_;
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INSTALLATION (CON'T)
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Place the hook end of the drain hose in the drain opening_
Secure the drain hose with the cable tie (provided in the
enclosure package) to the standpipe, inlet hose, laundry
tub, etc_ so the hose does not pull out from the force of the
water
6_
Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet
NOTE: Check to ensure the power is off at a circuit breaker/
fuse box before plugging the power cord into an
outlet,
7 Turn on the power at a circuit breaker/fuse box
8 Read the Operating hstructions and Owner's Guide provided
with the washer They contain valuable and helpful information
that will save you time and money
9 Run the washer through a complete cycle Check for water
leaks and proper operation.
Cable Tie
Cable Tie
Cable Tie
10. ff your washer does not operate, please review the "Avoid
Service Checklist" in your Owner's Guide before calling for
service.
11, Placethese instructions in a location near the washer for future
reference
NOTE: A wiring diagram and technical data sheet are located in
an envelope attached to the left hand side panel on the
inside of the washer
REPLACEMENT PART5
If replacements parts are needed for your washer, contact the source
where you purchased your washer, call 1o800-944o9044, or visit
our website, www_frigidaire corn, for the Frigidaire Company
Authorized Parts Distributor nearest you
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the washer
is unpacked Children might use them for play. Cartons covered
with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can become airtight
chambers causing suffocatiom Place all materials in a garbage
container or make materials inaccessible to children.
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_The instructions in this manual and all other literature
included with this washer are not meant to cover every possible
condition and situation that may occur Good safe practice and
caution MUST be applied when installing, operating and
maintaining any appliance
Maximum benefits and enjoyment are achieved when all the
Safety and Operating instructions are understood and practiced
as a routine with },our laundering tasks
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