Frigidaire LTF2940FS1 Installation Guide

Installation
Instructions

Full Size Tumble Action Washers

Notice d'installation

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Instrucciones para la instalación

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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.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.

guide afin de minimiser les risques d'incendie, d'explosion, de dommages matériels, de
blessures et de mort.

- Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d'essence ou d'autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables à
proximité de cette sécheuse ou de tout autre appareil électroménager.

- QUE FAIRE S'IL Y A UNE ODEUR DE GAZ

· N'allumer aucun appareil électrique.

· Ne toucher aucun commutateur électrique; ne pas utiliser le téléphone dans l'immeuble.

· Faire sortir tous les occupants de la pièce, de l'immeuble ou de la zone avoisinante.

· Appleler la comgagnie de gaz immédiatement en utilisant le téléphone d'un voisin.

Suivre les instructions de la compagnie de gaz.

· S'il est impossible de joindre la compagnie de gaz, appeler les pompiers.

L'installation et les réparations doivent être effectuées par un technicien qualifié, un agent
de service ou la compagnie de gaz.

For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize

Pour votre sécurité, suivre les directives données dans le présent

Para su seguridad, siga la información contenida en este manual.

Para minimizar el riesgo de incendio o explosión o para evitar daños materiales, lesiones
personales o la muerte.

- No guarde ni utilice gasolina o productos inflamables en las cercanías de este o

cualquier otro electrodoméstico.

- QUE HACER SI NOTA UN OLOR A GAS:

• No trate de encender ningún electrodoméstico. No toque ningún interruptor eléctrico; no

use ningún teléfono de su edificio.

• Haga que toda la gente salga del cuarto, edificio o área.

• Llame inmediatamente al proveedor del gas desde el teléfono de un vecino.

Siga las instrucciones del proveedor del gas.

• Si no puede ponerse en contacto con el proveedor del gas, llame a los

bomberos.
La instalación y el servicio deben ser hechos por un instalador capacitado, una agencia de

servicios o el proveedor del gas.

Contents

SUBJECT PAGE

Pre-Installation Requirements 2
Electrical Requirements 2
Grounding Requirements 2
Water Supply Requirements 2
Drain Requirements 2
Rough-In Dimensions 3
Location Of Your Washer 4
Unpacking 4-5
Installation 5-6
Replacement Parts 6
Français
Avant l'installation 7
Installation électrique 7
Mise à la terre 7
Alimentation en eau 7
Évacuation d'eau 7
Dimension de l'emplacement 8
Emplacement de la laveuse 9
Déballage 9-10
Installation 10-11
Pièces de rechange 11
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Requisitos antes de la instalación 12
Requisitos eléctricos 12
Requisitos para la toma de tierra 12
Requisitos para el suministro de agua 12
Requisitos para el drenaje 12
Dimensiones para la instalación 13
Ubicación de su lavadora 14
Desempaque 14-15
Instalació 15-16
Piezas de repuesto 16

Printed in U.S.A.

P/N 134965200A (0801)

Before beginning installation, carefully read these
instructions. This will simplify 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.

absence of local codes, with the National Electrical
Codes, ANSI/NFPA 70 (latest edition). If in doubt,
call a licensed electrician.
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.

DO NOT cut off or alter

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.

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 use of this washer with power created by
gas powered generators, solar powered generators, wind powered
generators or any other generator other than the local utility
company is not recommended.

OUTLET RECEPTACLE - Properly grounded 3-prong receptacle to
be located so the power supply cord is accessible when the washer
is in an installed position. NOTE: GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter)
receptacle is not required.

WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS

Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed within
42 inches (107 cm) of your washer’s water inlet. The
faucets MUST be 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) garden hose type
so inlet hoses can be connected. Water pressure MUST
be between 30 and 120 pounds per square inch (maximum
unbalance pressure, hot vs. cold, 10 psi.) Your water
department can advise you of your water pressure.

DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

1. Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (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. (244 cm)

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 as to whether the appliance
is properly grounded.

1. 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.

2. Since your washer is equipped with a power supply cord having

an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug, the
plug MUST be plugged into an appropriate, copper wired
receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances or in the

96 in.

(244 cm)

Max.

24 in.

(61 cm)

Min.

BACK

NOTE:

Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a 79
in. (201 cm) high standpipe. For higher standpipe,
use hose P/N 134889610, available from an
authorized parts distributor.

2

ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS

inches (cm)inches (cm)

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inches (cm)inches (cm)

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

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

inches (cm)inches (cm)

inches (cm)

inches (cm)inches (cm)

3

LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER

DO NOT INSTALL YOUR WASHER:

1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather conditions. The ambient temperature should never be below 60 ° F
(15.6 ° C) for proper washer (detergent breakdown) operation.

2. In an area where it will come in contact 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 1/2 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)
Top = 0 in. (0 cm)

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

2

Closet door ventilation required: 2 louvered openings each 60 in

(387 cm2), 3 in. (7.6 cm) from top and bottom of door.

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 save the styrofoam base and shipping plug.

Shipping

Base

Plug

4. Carefully return the washer to an
upright position.

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 shipping bolts,

4 spacers,
1 metal "P" clamp,

2 hose clips.

7. Remove the 4 plugs from the literature
pack located in the drum and install
them in the holes vacated 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.

POWER CORD

Remove:
metal "P" clamp

4 shipping bolts,
4 spacers.

2 hose clips

INSTALLATION

Leveling the Washer

Excessive noise and vibration can be prevented by properly
leveling the washer.

1. For

free standing installation and with the washer in it’s
final position, place a level on top of the washer. Adjust
the leveling legs so the washer is level front-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
of the washer.

Washer Connections

1. Run some water from the hot and cold
faucets to flush the water lines and

remove particles that might clog up
the water valve screens.

2. Remove the inlet hoses and rubber
washers from the plastic bag located
in the drum of the washer and install
the rubber washers in each end of the
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 the water
valve. Tighten by hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn with
pliers. Do not crossthread or over-tighten 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. Turn the water on and check for leaks.
NOTE: Use only new hoses.

2. For

pedestal installations, See additional installation

instructions included with the pedestal.