Maytag MHWC7500YW Owner's Manual

Use & Care Guide Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER LAVEUSE AUTOMATIQUE À CHARGEMENT FRONTAL

W10445545B W10445548A - SP

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FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WASHER SAFETY .........................................................2

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................4

FEATURES AND BENEFITS .............................................. 4

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ..................................5

CYCLE GUIDE ................................................................... 7

USING YOUR WASHER ....................................................8

WASHER MAINTENANCE ...............................................11

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................ 14

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...................................14

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS .......................................... 15

DRAIN SYSTEM .............................................................. 16

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ...................................... 17

LAVEUSE AUTOMATIQUE

À CHARGEMENT FRONTAL

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ......................................30

INSTRUCTIONS D’UTILISATION ...............................31

CARACTÉRISTIQUES ET AVANTAGES ..........................31

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ... 32

GUIDE DES PROGRAMMES ..........................................34

UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE .......................................36

ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE .........................................40

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ............................ 43

EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION ........................................43

EXIGENCES D’EMPLACEMENT ..................................... 44

SYSTÈME DE VIDANGE..................................................45

SPÉCIFICATIONS ÉLECTRIQUES .................................. 46

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .....................................17

ROUTE DRAIN HOSE ......................................................18

CONNECT INLET HOSES ............................................... 19

LEVEL WASHER ..............................................................20

COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST .......................21

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 22

ACCESSORIES ............................................................ 28

WARRANTY .................................................................29

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ........................ Back Cover

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION .................................47

ACHEMINER LE TUYAU D’ÉVACUATION .......................48

RACCORDEMENT DES TUYAUX

D’ARRIVÉE D’EAU.................. ........................................49

ÉTABLISSEMENT DE L’APLOMB DE LA LAVEUSE ........50

LISTE DE VÉRIFICATION POUR L’ACHÈVEMENT

DE L’INSTALLATION ........................................................ 51

DÉPANNAGE ...............................................................52

ACCESSOIRES ............................................................ 60

GARANTIE ................................................................... 63

ASSISTANCE

OU SERVICE ................................... Couverture arrière

WASHER SAFETY

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3 4

5 6

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Your new front-loading high efciency washer, was designed to conserve resources and lower your water and energy bills. The washer is designed to determine and then provide the amount of water needed for the best performance. The time of operation may be greater for this new system than for a conventional washer.

ELECTRONIC CONTROLS

Flexible electronic controls are easy to use whether you are a beginner or an expert.

AUTO TEMP CONTROL

ATC (Auto Temp Control) electronically senses and maintains a uniform water temperature. ATC regulates incoming hot and cold water. The ATC is automatically turned ON when a cycle is selected. See “Cycle Guide.”

ATC works for the wash temperature with Warm and Cold

settings.

The cold rinse temperatures depend on the cold water at

your faucet.

AUTO WATER LEVEL

Adjusting to the size of the load, this feature allows the washer to use the minimal amount of water needed to clean and rinse the clothes. With a low water level, you can obtain the same results with smaller amounts of laundry products. Because only the required amount of water is used, the washer saves energy, too.

SUSPENSION SYSTEM

To reduce washer “walk” and “off-balance” conditions, your new washer combines:

2 Springs to isolate vibration

2 Shock absorbers at the washer base to minimize

movement

DYNAMIC BALANCE

A precision balancing system allows the washer to reach high-speed spins. The washer spins faster so that clothes coming out of the washer will have less moisture than with traditional top load washers. In addition, if the Dynamic Balance system detects off-balance loads during spinning, it redistributes the clothes so that they are evenly balanced.

ADAPTIVE VARIABLE SPEED MOTOR

The motor adapts to the load size and to the cycle selected to give the optimum cleaning, rinsing, and spinning conditions. The motor can handle slow speeds needed for delicate items and is powerful enough to drive an average clothes load up to high-speed spin.

STAINLESS STEEL DRUM

The stainless steel drum eliminates corrosion and enables higher spin speeds for more water extraction, reducing drying time.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS

The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers.

The Sensing status light comes on as the washer automatically weighs items, then adjusts the Estimated Time Remaining, based on the cycle selected.

When the Door Locked LED light illuminates, the door is locked. The door is locked and unlocked automatically, depending on the stage of the wash cycle. Press and hold CANCEL/DRAIN for 3 seconds to unlock the door manually. It will take approximately 1 minute for the door to unlock. When the door is unlocked, the Draining/Unlocking light illuminates.

The Prewash, Wash, Rinse, and Spin lights each come on as the washer progresses through each cycle.

The Done status light stays on for 1 hour after the cycle is complete. To power down the washer manually after the wash cycle is complete, switch knob to the Off position.

CANCEL/DRAIN BUTTON

Press to turn the washer on and off. Press to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.

ESTIMATED TIME REMAINING

The cycle times vary automatically based on your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. The cycle time will be extended if oversudsing occurs or the load is unbalanced. The oversuds routine removes extra suds and ensures proper rinsing of your garments. The options you select will also affect the cycle times that are shown in the “Cycle Guide.” The Estimated Time Remaining can change to much longer times under extreme conditions.

OPTIONS

You can customize your wash by adding options to your cycle selections. Not all options are available with all cycles.

If an option is available with a selected cycle, the light for

that option will illuminate when selected.

If an option is unavailable with a selected cycle, there will

be a blinking light. The light for that option will not illuminate when selected.

START BUTTON

Press and hold to start a cycle, or press once while a cycle is in process to pause it.

WASH CYCLE KNOB

Turn the Wash Cycle knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles that best suit your load.

Delay Start

Use this to begin the wash cycle later.

Select DELAY START until the desired time (in hours) shows in the Estimated Time Remaining display.

Select START. The countdown to the wash cycle will show in the display window.

Prewash

Prewash is an 18-minute soak phase that is added before the main wash. During prewash, there is only a small amount of tumbling.

2nd Rinse

A second rinse can be used to aid in the removal of detergent or bleach residue from garments. This option provides an additional rinse with the same water temperature as in the normal rinse. You may select or deselect by pressing 2ND RINSE.

Wrinkle Prevent

Use this option to increase the quantity of incoming water and decrease the spin speed and duration in the rinse period. The last spin phase will have a lower spin speed and last a shorter time.

Max Extract

Use this option to increase the nal spin period by 1 minute during the nal spin.

Low Spin

Each cycle has a preset spin speed. To reduce the nal spin speed, press the LOW SPIN button.

Temp Level

Each cycle has a preset water temperature setting. To change the water temperature, press the TEMP LEVEL button until the desired setting is illuminated.

Select a water temperature based on the type of load you are washing. Use the warmest wash water safe for fabrics. Follow garment label instructions.

The water temperature for all rinse cycles is cold. Cold rinses save energy.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES (CONT.)

A Dispenser release lever B HE detergent compartment C Fabric softener D Liquid chlorine bleach

SMART DISPENSE DRAWER

The three compartments in the dispenser allow loading of all laundry products before the washer is started. The products will be dispensed into the wash at the optimal time for high-performance cleaning. The bleach release system is included in the detergent advantage system. The detergent is added at the beginning of the cycle, and the bleach is added after the enzymes have had a chance to do their cleaning. The fabric softener is dispensed in the rinse cycle or in the 2ND RINSE, if selected. The Detergent Advantage System Dispenser tray is easily removed for cleaning.

Dispenser Release Lever

High Efciency “HE” detergent compartment

Add liquid or powdered HE detergent to this compartment for your main wash cycle.

Powdered color-safe bleach may be added to this

compartment along with powdered HE detergent.

Liquid chlorine bleach compartment

Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid chlorine bleach at the optimum time during the rst rinse after the wash cycle. This compartment cannot dilute powdered bleach.

Liquid fabric softener compartment

Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid fabric softener at the optimum time in the cycle.

Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.

Choosing the Right Detergent

Use only High Efciency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efciency.” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a non-HE detergent. Using non-HE detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failure and, over time, build-up of mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.

Use only High Efciency (HE) detergent.

CYCLE GUIDE

Choose Wash Cycles by rotating the Cycle Selector Knob to the desired cycle. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels.

Each cycle has a default cycle time and temperature level, and may have preset options. The preset settings provide the

recommended fabric care for the selected cycle.

The preset settings can be changed anytime before START is pressed. Not all options and modiers (temperature level,

spin options) are available with all cycles. Press and hold START (for approximately 3 seconds) to continue the cycle.

Items to wash:

Normally soiled cotton Normal 0:50 Warm High Delay Start Use this cycle to wash loads of normally and linens 2nd Rinse1 high-speed spin. Max Extract Low Spin

Small loads of 2–3 Rapid 0:30 Warm High Delay Start Use this cycle to wash small loads of 2–3 lightly soiled cotton, Wash polyester, nylon and 2nd Rinse1 in a hurry. This cycle combines a cotton blends Wrinkle Prevent1 shortened wash time and high-speed Max Extract spin to shorten drying time. Large wash Low Spin loads will result in the washer increasing the wash time.

Curtains and delicate Delicates 0:37 Warm Low Delay Start Use this cycle to wash sheer fabrics and clothing, dresses, skirts, shirts and 2nd Rinse1 gentle fabric care. Use mesh garment blouses Wrinkle Prevent1 bags to wash undergarments such as Low Spin underwire bras, items with strings, and small items such as socks.

No clothes, use Clean 1:15 Hot High Delay Start Use the Clean Washer cycle once affresh® Washer Washer a month to keep the inside of your washer Cleaner or chlorine fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher bleach water level. Use with affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. This cycle should not be interrupted. See “Washer Care.”

IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer cycle. Use this cycle with an empty wash drum.

All loads Drain/ 0:18 N/A High Delay Start Use this cycle to drain your washer Spin Max Extract or to drain and spin your wash load. Low Spin The spin speed is preset to HIGH.

All loads Rinse/ 0:24 Cold High Delay Start Use this cycle to get a rinse and spin only. Spin 2nd Rinse1 This cycle has high-speed spin. Max Extract Rinse/Spin is useful for loads that need Low Spin rinsing only and for adding fabric softener to a load using the fabric softener dispenser.

Heavily soiled Heavy Duty 1:10 Warm High Delay Start Use this cycle to wash loads of sturdy, underwear, towels, shirts, etc., made of 2nd Rinse1 garments. This cycle combines cotton Max Extract a longer wash time and high-speed spin Low Spin to shorten drying times.

Normally soiled Wrinkle 0:45 Warm Low Delay Start Use this cycle to wash loads of permanent press Control blends and synthetic 2nd Rinse1 fabrics. This cycle has a load cooling fabrics Wrinkle Prevent1 process to reduce wrinkling. Max Extract Low Spin

Cycle:

Estimated

Time* (hr:min):

Temp.

Level†:

Spin

Speed:

Available

Options:

Prewash

soiled cottons and linens. This cycle has

Prewash

lightly soiled garments that are needed

Prewash

lingerie. This cycle has low-speed spin for

Prewash

colorfast fabrics and heavy soiled

Prewash

permanent press blends and synthetic

Cycle Details:

* The cycle times vary automatically based on your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. The cycle time will be extended

if oversudsing occurs or the load is unbalanced.

† All rinses are cold.

You cannot select 2nd Rinse and Wrinkle Prevent for the same load.

USING YOUR WASHER

Choosing the Right Detergent

Use only High Efciency (HE) detergent.

First wash cycle without laundry

Before washing clothes for the rst time, ll the HE liquid dispenser cartridge and install in the dispenser drawer. Choose the RAPID WASH cycle and run it without clothes. Use only HE detergent. This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean and the dispenser drawer is ready for use before washing clothes.

1. Sort and prepare your laundry

IMPORTANT:

Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object

can plug pumps and may require a service call.

Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and

remove non-washable trim and ornaments.

Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items

during washing.

Turn knits inside out to prevent pilling. Separate lint-takers

from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.

Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because

heat can set stains into fabric.

Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry

product instructions. Improper usage may cause damage to your garments.

2. Load laundry into washer

Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. Treat stains promptly and check for colorfastness by testing stain remover products on an inside seam.

Open the washer door. Place a load of sorted clothes loosely in the washer. Items need to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and tangling. Close the washer door by pushing it rmly until the latch clicks.

NOTE: There is a routine at the beginning of each cycle to avoid unintended use of the washer. This routine will take approximately 1 minute to complete before the selected wash cycle begins.

Depending on load type and cycle, the washer can be fully

loaded, but not tightly packed. Washer door should close easily. See “Cycle Guide” for loading suggestions.

Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items.

Load evenly.

Wash small items in mesh garment bags. For multiple items,

use more than one bag and ll bags equally.

Using the Dispense Drawer

To use the dispenser drawer:

1. Open the dispenser drawer.

2. Add laundry products as described in steps 3–6.

3. Slowly close the dispenser drawer. Make sure it is

completely closed.

NOTES:

n

A small amount of water may remain in the dispensers from the previous wash cycle. This is normal.

n

See “About Detergent Concentration” for information on detergent concentration.

3. Add HE detergent to dispenser

Add liquid or powdered HE detergent to this compartment for your main wash cycle.

Powdered color-safe bleach may be added

to the Main Wash compartment along with the powdered detergent.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to

determine the amount of detergent to use.

NOTE: Overlling could cause an oversudsing condition.

Use only High Efciency

(HE) detergent.

5. Add liquid chlorine bleach

to dispenser (if desired)

Add liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. Do not overll, dilute, or use more than 1/2 cup (120 mL). Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach. The bleach will be automatically diluted and dispensed at the best time during the rst rinse after the wash cycle.

Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Use a measuring cup with a pour spout; do not guess.

Do not ll beyond the “MAX” level. Overlling could cause garment damage.

Do not add color-safe bleach or oxi-product to this dispenser. Add Oxi product or color-safe bleach to the drum before loading clothes. Follow garment wash label care instructions.

6. Add Oxi or color safe bleach

(if desired)

4. Add fabric softener to dispenser

(if desired)

Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into liquid fabric softener compartment. Always follow manufacturer’s directions for correct amount of fabric softener based on your load size.

Fabric softener will be automatically dispensed in the nal rinse or in the 2ND RINSE, if selected.

IMPORTANT: Do not overll, dilute, or use more than 1/2 cup (120 mL) of fabric softener. Do not ll past the MAX line. Overlling dispenser will cause fabric softener to immediately dispense into washer.

Do not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes.

Do not use liquid fabric softener dispenser balls in this washer. They will not dispense correctly.

Do not ll beyond the “MAX” level.

Oxi-type boosters or color-safe bleach can be added to the drum prior to adding laundry.

USING YOUR WASHER (CONT.)

7. Turn Cycle Selector to start washer

Turn on the washer by turning the Cycle Selector and selecting one of the cycles. The indicator light for the selected cycle will illuminate. When selecting a Wash Cycle, the preset modiers, options and temperature level for the selected cycle will illuminate. The preset settings provide the recommended fabric care for the selected cycle. See “Cycle Guide.”

8. Select desired options

9. Press and hold START to begin wash

cycle immediately

Press and hold START (for approximately 3 seconds).

If you do not press START within 5 minutes of choosing

a cycle, the washer display automatically shuts off.

When the wash cycle is complete, the DONE status light

illuminates, the door unlocks and the wash load can be removed from the washer. The washer goes into standby mode automatically after the door is opened or 1 hour after the cycle is complete and all displays will go off.

To power down the washer manually after the wash cycle is

complete, switch knob to Off position.

10. Press DELAY START and START

to begin wash cycle later

Not all options are available with all cycles. See “Control Panel and Features.”

Cycles and options can be changed anytime before START is pressed.

Once you select a cycle, select the desired temperature level. NOTE: Always follow fabric care label instructions to avoid

damage to your garments.

Wash Temp

Hot

Some cold water is added to save energy. This will be cooler than your hot water heater setting.

Warm Some cold water will be added, so this will be cooler than what your previous washer provided.

Cold Warm water may be added to assist in soil removal and to help dissolve detergents.

Suggested Fabrics

Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils

Bright colors Moderate to light soils

Dark colors that bleed or fade

Light soils

Press DELAY START until the desired delay time (in hours) is displayed. Select START. The countdown to the wash cycle will show in the display window.

IMPORTANT: When delaying a cycle, use only powdered detergents in the main wash compartment since liquid detergents may seep out of the compartment during the delay before the wash cycle begins.

To restart the washer at any time, press and hold CANCEL/DRAIN.

WASHER MAINTENANCE

WASHER CARE (cont.)

WASHER CARE

Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and Performing at its Best

1. Always use High Efciency (HE) detergents and follow the

HE detergent manufacturer’s instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to use. Never use more than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.

2. Use warm or hot water washes sometimes (not exclusively

cold water washes), because they do a better job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent accumulate.

3. Always leave the washer door slightly ajar between uses

to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-causing residue.

Cleaning Your Front Loading Washer

Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may otherwise accumulate in your washer.

Cleaning the Door Seal

1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items

from the washer.

2. Inspect the gray colored seal between the door opening

and the drum for stained areas or soil buildup. Pull back the seal to inspect all areas under the seal and to check for foreign objects.

3. If stained areas or soil buildup are found, wipe down

these areas of the seal using either of the following two procedures:

a. Affresh® Grit Grabber™ Cloth Procedure: i. When the cycle is complete, gently pull back the

rubber door seal and clean the entire surface with the rough side of the Grit Grabber™ cloth.

b. Dilute Liquid Chlorine Bleach Procedure:

i. Mix a dilute bleach solution, using 3/4 cup (177 mL)

of liquid chlorine bleach and 1 gallon (3.8 L) of warm tap water.

ii. Wipe the seal area with the dilute solution, using

a damp cloth. iii. Let stand 5 minutes. iv. Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let

washer interior air dry with door open. IMPORTANT:

n Wear rubber gloves when cleaning with bleach. n Refer to the bleach manufacturer’s instructions

for proper use.

Cleaning the Inside of the Washer

This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in combination with affresh® Washer Cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of the washer. Steam washer models also utilize steam to enhance cleaning in this special cycle.

NOTE: Read these instructions completely before beginning the cleaning process.

Begin procedure

1. Affresh® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure (Recommended):

a. Open the washer door and remove any clothing

or items.

b. Add an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet to the washer

drum.

c. Do not add the affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet

to the dispenser drawer.

d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the

washer when following this procedure.

e. Close the washer door. f. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle. g. Press the START button to begin the cycle. The Clean

Washer Cycle Operation is described below.

2. Chlorine Bleach Procedure:

a. Open the washer door and remove any clothing

or items.

b. Open the dispenser drawer and add 2/3 cup (160 mL)

of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment.

NOTE: Use of more liquid chlorine bleach than is recommended above could cause product damage over time.

c. Close the washer door and the dispenser drawer. d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the

washer when following this procedure.

e. Close the washer door. f. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle. g. Press the START button to begin the cycle. The Clean

Washer Cycle Operation is described below.

Description of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:

1. The Clean Washer cycle will determine whether clothing

or other items are in the washer.

2. If no items are detected in the washer, it will proceed to step 3.

a. If any items are detected in the washer, “rL” (remove

load) will be displayed, and the washer “Controls Lock” lights will remain lit. The door will unlock. Open washer and remove any garments from the washer drum.

b. Press “CANCEL/DRAIN” to clear the “rL” code. c. Press “START” to restart the cycle.

3. After the cycle is complete, leave the door open slightly to allow for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior.

Cancellation of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:

If the Clean Washer cycle is canceled by the user after it has been initiated, it may take up to 30 minutes for the washer to purge any affresh® cleaner, chlorine bleach, or other chemistry from the wash system and to adequately rinse any remaining chemistry. The washer door will remain locked until the cancellation process has been completed. This ensures no cleaning chemistry will be carried over to the next wash cycle and reduces the potential for damage to subsequent loads of laundry or to the washer itself.

WASHER MAINTENANCE

WASHER CARE (cont.)

Clean Washer Cycle Cancellation Procedure:

1. Press the “CANCEL/DRAIN” button on the washer two

times.

2. Washer will begin to drain and rinse away the remaining

cleaning chemistry.

3. The cycle will complete the cancellation process in

approximately 30 minutes or less.

4. The washer then can be used to either repeat the Clean

Washer cycle or to wash laundry using one of the regular wash cycles selected by the user.

Cleaning the Outside of the Washer

Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to help keep it looking new.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s nish, do not use abrasive products.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

Removing the Dispenser To remove:

1. Unlock the dispenser drawer by pressing the Dispenser

Release Lever (see “Control Panel and Features”). Remove the drawer.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

To replace:

Replace the inserts and return the dispenser to the drawer.

2. Remove the inserts

(the siphon from the softener and bleach compartments).

3. You may nd laundry

product residue leftover in your dispenser compartments. To remove residue, wash the parts under running water.

NOTE: Do not wash

components in the dishwasher.

WASHER MAINTENANCE

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:

1. Unplug or disconnect power to washer.

2. Turn off water supply to washer to avoid ooding due

to water pressure surges.

3. Clean the dispenser. See “Washer Care.”

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer

where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1. Shut off both water faucets, disconnect and drain water

inlet hoses.

2. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run

washer on Drain/Spin cycle for about 1 minute to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3. Unplug washer or disconnect power. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of hose failure, replace inlet

hoses every ve years and periodically inspect for kinks, cuts, wear or water leaks.

HELPFUL TIP: When replacing your inlet hoses, mark replacement date on label with a permanent marker.

TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER

1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water

inlet hoses. Clip hoses to rear panel of washer.

2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow

WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving.

3. Disconnect drain hose from drain system and attach to

rear panel clips.

4. Unplug power cord.

5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.

6. Bundle power cord with a rubber band or cable tie to

keep it from hanging onto the ground.

IMPORTANT: Call for service to install new transport bolts. Do not reuse transport bolts. Washer must be transported in the upright position. To avoid structural damage to your washer, it must be properly set up for relocation by a certied technician.

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, or moving:

1. Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and

connect washer.

2. Before using again, run washer through the following

recommended procedure:

To use washer again:

1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet

hoses. Turn on both water faucets.

2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3. Run washer through Normal cycle to clean washer and

remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE detergent. Use half the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-size load.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.

Tools needed:

Optional tools:

Flashlight Bucket

Options:

Pedestal:

You have the option of purchasing a pedestal for this washer. You may select an 11.8" (300 mm) pedestal. The pedestal will add to the total height of the washer.

Adjustable or open end wrenches 15/32" (12 mm) and 1/2" (13 mm)

4" min

(102 mm)

Wood block

Pliers that open to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm)

Level

Ruler or measuring tape

Parts supplied:

NOTE: All parts supplied for installation are in the washer

basket.

Cable tie

Inlet hoses (2) with washers

Pedestal Height

11.8" (300 mm) 44.7" (1135 mm) White LAB0050PQ

Approximate Height with Washer

Color Model

Number

Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer)

Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please refer to toll-free numbers on the back page of this manual.

If you have: You will need:

Laundry tub or standpipe Sump pump system (if not already taller than 55" (1.4 m) available)

Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 30" (762 mm) tall drain tub or utility sink, sump pump and connectors (available from local plumbing suppliers)

Floor drain system Siphon Break Kit Part Number 285834 Connector Kit (x2) Part Number 285835 Additional Drain Hose Part Number 8318155

Drain hose too short Extension Drain Hose Part Number 285863 Connector Kit Part Number 285835

Water faucets beyond 2 longer water ll hoses: reach of ll hoses 6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314 10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008

U-shaped hose form

Transport bolt hole plugs (4)

Stack Kit:

Are you planning to stack your washer and dryer? To do so you will need to purchase a Stack Kit.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your washer or refer to the “Assistance or Service” section. Ask for Part Number W10178021.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Proper installation is your responsibility.

You will need:

 A water heater set to 120° F (49° C).

 A grounded electrical outlet located within 5.4 ft (1.7 m) of

power cord on back of washer.

 Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of hot

and cold water ll valves on washer, and water pressure of 20–100 psi (137.9–689.6 kPa).

 A level oor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire

washer. Installing on carpet or surfaces with foam backing is not recommended.

 Floor must support washer’s total weight (with water and load)

of 400 lbs (180 kgs).

IMPORTANT: Do not install, store or operate washer where it will be exposed to weather or in temperatures below 32° F (0° C). Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in low temperatures. See “Washer Maintenance” for winterizing information.

16"

(595 mm)

327/8"

(835 mm)

All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for closet door ventilation openings which are the minimum required.

For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and oor moldings.

Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open. 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.

Recessed area or closet installation (stacked washer and dryer):

12"

(305 mm)

(76 mm)

653/4"

(1670 mm)

/4"

(133 mm)

(25 mm)

(76 mm)

*External exhaust elbow requires additional space.

48 in.

(310 cm2)

24 in.

(155 cm2)

(920 mm)

/8"

(510 mm)

Custom under counter installation:

(25 mm)

Custom cabinet installation:

(178 mm)

(229 mm)

(102 mm)

39" min.

(990 mm)

(25 mm)

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS (cont.)

Recessed area or closet installation (washer only):

(102 mm)

(229 mm)

(864 mm)

(25 mm)

34"

(76 mm)

(25 mm)

48 in.

(310 cm2)

24 in.

(155 cm2)

DRAIN SYSTEM

Drain system can be installed using a oor drain, wall standpipe, oor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you need.

IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, only 4

hose should be inside standpipe. Always secure drain hose with cable tie.

Floor standpipe drain system

⁄2" (114 mm) of drain

Recessed area or closet installation (washer on pedestal):

(76 mm)

48 in.

(310 cm2)

24 in.

(155 cm2)

(102 mm)

(229 mm)

(457 mm)

(25 mm)

18"

4411/16"

(1135 mm)

(25 mm)

Laundry tub drain system

Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. A 1/4" (6 mm) diameter to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Kit is available (Part Number 3363920). Top of standpipe must be at least 30" (762 mm) high; install no higher than 55" (1.4 m) from bottom of washer. If you have an overhead sewer and need to pump higher than 96 inches, a sump pump and associated hardware are needed. See “Alternate Parts”.

Wall standpipe drain system

See requirements for oor standpipe drain system.

Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at least 30" (762 mm) above oor; install no higher than 55" (1.4 m) from bottom of washer.

Floor drain system

Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number

285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285835), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be purchased separately. See “Alternate Parts”. Minimum siphon break height: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.)

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

 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 breaker serving only this appliance be provided.

This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having

a 3-prong grounding plug.

To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged

into a mating, 3-prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualied electrician.

If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is

recommended that a qualied electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.

 Do not ground to a gas pipe.

 Check with a qualied electrician if you are not sure the

washer is properly grounded.

Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: To avoid oor damage, set washer onto cardboard

before moving it.

1. Move washer

48"

(1.2 m)

It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation and to avoid excessive noise from washer.

Move washer to within 48" (1.2 m) of its nal location. It must be in a fully upright position.

2. Locate transport bolts

Locate four transport bolts on rear of washer.

3. Remove transport bolts from

washer

6. Place power cord over top

Loosen bolts with a 15/32" (12 mm) wrench. Once the bolt is loose, move it to the center of the hole and completely pull out the bolt, including the plastic spacer covering the bolt.

4. Remove power cord

Pull power cord through opening in rear panel.

NOTE: If washer is transported at later date, call your

local service center to avoid suspension and structural damage, a certied technician must properly set up washer for relocation.

Remove the yellow shipping strap from the cord. Gently place power cord over top of washer to allow free access to back of washer.

IMPORTANT: Do not plug washer in until installation has been completed.

ROUTE DRAIN HOSE

Proper routing of the drain hose protects your oor from damage due to water leakage. Read and follow these instructions.

7. Remove drain hose from washer

5. Cover bolt holes with transport

bolt hole plugs

Close bolt holes on cabinet back with four transport bolt hole plugs included with washer parts.

Gently pull the corrugated drain hose from the shipping clips.

8. Connect laundry tub drain

or standpipe drain hose form (oor drain installations only)

For oor drain installations, you will need to connect the drain hose form to the end of the drain hose. You may need additional parts with separate directions. See “Alternate Parts”.

CONNECT INLET HOSES

Washer must be connected to water faucets with new inlet hoses with at washers. Do not use old hoses.

NOTE: Both hoses must be attached and have water owing to inlet valves. For optimal performance, hot and cold water must be supplied to the washer.

10. Connect inlet hoses to water

faucets

9. Place drain hose in standpipe

Place hose into standpipe (shown in picture) or over side of laundry tub.

IMPORTANT: Only 41⁄2" (114 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe; do not force excess hose into standpipe or lay on bottom of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be used.

Attach hose to hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on washer. Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Repeat this step with second hose for cold water faucet.

IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on valve when attaching to faucets or washer. Damage can result.

HELPFUL TIP: Make note of which hose is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses to washer correctly. In most standard congurations, hoses will cross over each other when attached correctly.

11. Clear water lines

Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to avoid clogs. Water should run until clear.

12. Connect inlet hoses to washer

Attach hot water hose to hot water inlet valve. Screw coupling by hand until it is snug. Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Repeat with cold water inlet valve.

IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Record hose installation or replacement dates for future reference.

Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts,

wear, or leaks are found.

LEVEL WASHER

Leveling your washer properly reduces excess noise and vibration.

15. Check levelness of washer

place level here

Remove cardboard from beneath washer. Place a level on top edges of washer, checking each side and front. If not level, tip washer and adjust feet up or down as shown in steps 17 and 18, repeating as necessary.

13. Check for leaks

Slowly turn on water faucets to check for leaks. A small amount of water may enter washer. It will drain later.

14. Secure drain hose

Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall

41/2"

4.5"

(114 mm)

41/2"

(114 mm)

(113 mm)

(114 mm)

4.5"

41/2"

Not Level LEVEL Not Level

16. Rock washer to test foot contact

Grip washer from top and rock back and forth, making sure all four feet are rmly on oor. Repeat, rocking washer from side to side. If washer rocks, go to step 17 and adjust leveling feet. If all four feet are in rm contact with oor, go to Step 18.

Secure drain hose to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with cable tie.

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