Frigidaire FTFB4000FS0, LTF2140ES2, LTF2140ES3, LTF2940ES3 Installation Guide

Full Size Tumble Action Washers

Before beginning installation, carefully read these instructions. This will simp#fy the installation 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 electrical 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

Pre-lnstallation Requirements 2

Electrical Requirements 2 Grounding Requirements 2 Water Supply Requirements 2

Drain Requirements 2

Rough-in Dimensions S

Location Of YourWasher 4

Unpacking 4

Installation 5-6

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 1346781 O0(05I 2)

PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools Required for Installation:

1. Phillips screwdriver

2. 10 mm socket with ratchet.

3. Channel-lock adjustable pliers.

4. Carpenter's level.

absence of local codes, with the National Electrical

Codes, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition). If in doubt,

call a licensed electrician. DO NOT cut 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: Because of

potential inconsistent voltage capabilities, the useof this washer with power created by gaspowered generators,

solar powered generators, wind powered generators or any other generator other than tile local utility company

isnot recommended.

OUTLET RECEPTACLE - Properly grounded 3-prong

receptacle to be located so the power supply cord is

WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within 42 inches (107 cm) of your washers water inlet. The faucets MUST be 3/4 inch (1.g cm) garden hose type

so inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure MUST

bebetween 30 and 120 pounds persquareinch (maximum

unbalance pressure, hot vs. cold, 10 psi.) Your water department can adviseyou of yourwater pressure.The hot

water ternperatureshouldbeabout 140degreesF(60degrees

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

I. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per

minute.

2. A standpipe diameter of I-I/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. (244 cm)

accessible when the washer is in an installed position.

NOTE: GFI (Ground Fault interrupter) receptacle is not

required.

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

Improper connection of the equipment

grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a licensed electrician if you are in doubt asto whether the appliance isproperly grounded.

The 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 the

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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.

96 in.

(244 cm)

Max.

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

inches(cm)

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NOTE: For 9edestal installations, see additional installation instructions included with the pedestal

For stacking installations, see additional instaHtion instructions included with the stacking kit. For under counter installations, no special top is required.

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LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER

DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER:

1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather 4. conditions. The ambient temperature should neverbe below 60°F(15.6°C)forproperwasher(deterg entbreakdown) 5. operation.

2. In an area where it will come in contact with curtains or drapes. 6.

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

1/2 in. per foot (1.27 cm per 30.5 cm). To ensure vibration 7.

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/

Top = 0 in. (0 cm)

When installed in closet: Front = 1 in. (2.54 cm)

Closet door ventilation required: 2 Iouvered openings each 60

in2(387 cm_), 3 in. (7.6 cm) from top and bottom of door.

Carefully return the washer to an upright position. Carefully move the washer to within 4 feet (122cm) of the

final location.

Remove the following from the back panel of the washer:

4 shipping bolts, 4 spacers, 2 metal "P" clamps.

Remove the 4 plugs from the literature pack located in the drum and install them in the holesvacated by the packaging spacers.

NOTE: If the washer is to be transported at a later date,

the shipping support hardware must be reinstalled to prevent shipping damage.

UNPACKING

1. Cut the shipping carton along the dotted line along the bottom. Remove the carton.

2. Using a rug, blanket or piece of cardboard to protect the floor, lay the washer on it's back.

3. Remove and savethe styrofoam base and shipping plug.

Shipping

Base Plug

Remove: 4 shipping I_olts,

4 spacers. metal "P"

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