Frigidaire LTF6000FS0, LTF8000FE0 Installation Guide

installation

instructions

Ful! Size Tumble Action Washers

Before beginning installation, carefully read these instructions. This will simpfify 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, ANS!/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 3

Location Of Your Washer 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 134850100 (0701)

PRE-INSTALLAT!ON REQUIREMENTS

Tools Required for Installation:

I. Phillips screwdriver

2. 10 mm socketwith 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 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: Becauseof

potential inconsistent voltage capabilities, the useof 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

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 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 120pounds per squareinch (maximum unbalance pressure, hot vs. cold, 10 psi.) Your water

department can advise you of your water pressure.

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. (244cm)

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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24 in.

(61 cm)

Min.

BACK

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NOTE:

Drain hose attached to the washer can reach a 90 in. (229 cm) high standpipe. For higher standpipe,

use hose P/N 134359410, available from an

authorized parts distributor.

96 in.

(244 cm)

Max.

23¾"

(60.33)

ROUGH-iN DiMENSiONS

24"

(60.96)

ID 4 ID

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- SLOE- -

25/8"

(6.67)

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22"

(55.88)

255/8"

35/8"

(9.21)

(65.09)

281/4"

inches(cm)

q (71.76)

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.

27"

___ (68.58)

-- 2½" (6.35)

8½"

I(21.59)

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--6¾" (17.15)

33½"

(85.09)

inches(cm)

BACK

23"

(58.42)

27"

(68.58)

LOCATION OF YOUR WASHER

DO NOTINSTALL YOUR WASHER:

1. In an area exposed to dripping water or outside weather 4. conditions. The ambient temperature should never be below

60 ° F(15.6 ° C) for proper washer (detergent breakdown) 5. operation.

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

3. Inan 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 (I .27 cm per 30.5 cm). Toensure 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 = I in. (2.54 cm) Closet door ventilation required: 2 Iouvered openings each 60 in2(387 cm2), 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,

1 metal "P" clamp.

Remove the 4 plugs from the literature pack located in the drum and installthem in the holesvacated bythe 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.

Shoping

Base Plug

Remove: metal "P" clamp,

4 shipping bolts, 4 spacers.

Drain Hose Installation

The drain hose isfield installed to allow hose orientation to the

left or right, up or down 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.

1. Remove the drain hose from the tub of the washer.

2. Pushthe hose onto the drain coupler at the upper left of the washer back panel until the hose contacts the STOPRIB.

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