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Check location where washer/dryer will be
installed. Proper installation is your
responsibility. The washer/dryer must not be
installed or stored in an area where it will be
exposed to water and/or weather. Make
sure you have everything necessary for
correct installation.
Important: Observe all governing
codes and ordinances.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit
or do not permit the installation of clothes
dryers in garages, closets, mobile homes and
sleeping quarters. Contact your local
building inspector.
Check utilities: Proper electrical supply must
be available. See "Electrical requirements,"
Panel A.
^WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard
It Is the customer's responsibility:
• To contact a qualified electrical
Installer.
• To assure that the electrical Installation
Is adequate and In conformance with
all local codes and ordinances.
Failure to follow these Instructions could
result In death or serious Injury.
Earthed electrical outlet is
required. See "Electrical
requirements," Panel A.
Standpipe drain system needs a
two-inch (5 cm) diameter
standpipe with a minimum carryaway capacity of
17 gallons (64 liters) per
minute. Top of standpipe
must be at least ~
28 inches (71 cm) high
and no higher than
48 inches (122 cm) from
floor.
Floor drain system
requires a siphon break.
Part No. 285320,
available from your
authorized parts
distributor.
Location should be
large enough to fully
open dryer door 90°.
See "Recessed and
closet installation
instructions" and "Product
dimensions," Panel E.
Hot and cold water faucets
must be within 4 feet
(122 cm) of the back of the
washer/dryer and provide
Level floor: Maximum
slope under washer/dryer,
1 inch (2.5 cm).
. Support: Floor must be sturdy enough to
support washer/dryer weight with water
and clothes of 375 pounds (170 kilograms).
Water heater: Set to deliver 140°F (60°C)
water to the washer.
Laundry tub drain system needs a 20-gallon
(76 liters) laundry tub. Top of laundry tub
must be at least 28 inches (71 cm) high and
no higher than 48 inches (122 cm) from floor.
If a longer drain hose is needed, drain hose.
Part No. 388423, and hose connection kit.
Part No. 285442, are available from your
authorized parts distributor.
Dryer may be exhausted from rear or left or
right side. Exhausting through the side
requires side exhaust kit Part No. 279823. See
"Exhaust requirements," Panel B.
Four-Inch (10.2-cm) metal exhaust duct Is
required.
SEE RECESSED AND CLOSET INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS ON PANEL E.
Acaution
Product Damage
Do Not store or operate washer/dryer
below 32°F (0°C) (some water may
remain In washer). Proper operation of
dryer cycles requires temperatures
above 45°F (7°C). See Use & Care Guide
for “Winterizing” Information.
Failure to follow these Instructions may
result In damage from freezing.
Awarning
Personal Injury Hazard
More than one person Is required to lift,
tilt, or move this washer/dryer because of
Its weight and size.
Failure to follow these Instructions may
result In personal Injury.
Fire Hazard
• Do Not use or store gasoline, paint,
thinners and other flammable materials
near washer/dryer. Fumes from such
materials could result In fire or
explosion.
• Never Install washer/dryer up against
draperies or curtains or on carpet. To
do so may result In a fire.
• Keep any and all Items from falling or
collecting behind the washer/dryer.
Failure to do so may result In a fire.
• Replace all access panels before
operating washer/dryer.
Failure to follow these Instructions may
result In a fire, explosion or electrical
shock.
Tools and materials
Electrical requirements Power supply cord
This appliance is equipped
Awarning
Electrical Shock Hazard
• Electrical earth Is required on this
appliance.
• Do Not earth to a gas pipe.
• Do Not modify the power supply cord
plug. It It will not fit the outlet, have a
proper outlet Installed by a qualified
electrician.
• Do Not reuse an old power supply cord.
Possible electrical shock or fire hazard
could occur If old power supply cord Is
used.
• Do Not hove a fuse In the neutral or
earthing circuit. A fuse In the neutral or
earthing circuit could result In an
electrical shock.
• Do Not use an extension cord with this
appliance.
• Check with a qualified electrician as to
whether the appliance Is properly
earthed.
Failure to follow these Instructions could
result In death or serious Injury.
with a 15-amp-rated Schuko
type power supply cord.
Two-wire power supply cord
earthing ■
wire
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Figure 1
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terminals
needed for installation:
utility
knife
1/4" socket wrench
or nut driver
Panel A
slip-joint pliers
that open to
1-1/2" minimum
If codes permit and a separate earthing wire
Is used. It Is recommended that a qualified
electrician determine that the earthing path
Is adequate.
A two-wire, plus earthing wire, single-phase,
230-volt 50-Flz, AC-only, 15-ampere electrical
supply is required on a separate circuit. A
time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended.
Recommended earthing
method
For your personal safety, this appliance must
be earthed, This appliance is equipped with
a Schuko-type power supply cord. To
minimize possible shock hazard, the cord
must be plugged into a mating wall
receptacle. See Figures 1 and 2,
two-wire
receptacie
Figure 2
If your electrical requirements are different,
contact your authorized service center or a
qualified electrician.
Direct wire
The dryer can be connected directly to the
fused, disconnect or circuit breaker box with
two-wire or fhree-wire flexible, armored or
non-metallic sheathed copper cable (with
earthing wire). Do Not use two-wire with
bare earthing wire. All current carrying wires
must be insulated.
A conduit connector must be installed at the
junction box. USE ONLY 10-GAUGE SOLID
COPPER WIRE. DO NOT USE ALUMINUM WIRE.
Allow four feet of slack in the line so the
dryer can be moved if servicing is ever
necessary.
Exhaust requirements
^WARNING
Fire Hazard
• Do Not use non-metal, flexible duct.
• Do Not use metal duct smaller than
4 Inches (10.2 cm) In diameter.
• Do Not use exhaust hoods with
magnetic latches.
• Check that exhaust system Is not longer
than specified. Exhaust systems longer
than specified will:
— Accumulate lint.
— Shorten the life of the product.
— Reduce performance and result In
longer drying times and Increased
energy usage.
Failure to follow specifications may result In
a fire.
• Do Not exhaust the dryer Into a
chimney, furnace cold air duct, attic or
crawl space, or any other duct used for
venting.
• Clean the exhaust system every year.
Accumulated lint could be fuel for a fire or
cause moisture damage.
• Exhausting your dryer Indoors Is Not
recommended. The moisture and lint
Indoors may cause:
— Lint to gather Inside and around the
dryer and be a fuel for fire.
— Moisture damage to woodwork,
furniture, paint, wallpaper, carpet, etc.
— Housecleaning problems and possible
health problems.
Failure to follow these Instructions could
result In fire damage, personal Injury or
health problems.
If using an existing exhaust system, clean lint
from entire length of exhaust system. Make
sure exhaust hood Is not plug^d with lint.
The exhaust system should be Inspected and
cleaned yearly.
Replace any vinyl or metallized plastic foil
exhaust duct with rigid metal or flexible
metal duct.
Use duct tape to seal all
joints. Do Not use screws
to secure duct.
exhaust air flow
better
Four-Inch (10.2 cm) rigid
metal pipe is preferred.
Plan installation to use
the fewest number of
eibows and turns.
Metal flexible duct must be fully extended
and supported when the dryer is in its final
position. DO NOT KINK OR CRUSH THE DUCT.
The metal flexible duct must be fully
extended to allow adequate exhaust air to
flow.
Allow as much room as possible when using
elbows or making turns. Bend duct gradually
to avoid kinking. Remove excess flexible
duct to avoid sagging and kinking that may
result in reduced air flow.
The exhaust duct can
be routed up, down,
left, right or straight out
the back of the
washer/dryer. Space
requirements are
provided on Panel E
and on the rear panel
of the washer/dryer. Use
the straightest path
possible to avoid 90° '
turns.
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Maximum length of the exhaust system
depends upon the type of duct used,
number of elbows and the type of exhaust
hood. The maximum length for both rigid
and flexible duct is shown in the chart.
Number
ot90°
turns
2-V2"
(10.2 cm)
43 ft (13.1 m)
33tt(10m)
23 ft (7.0 m)
18 ft (5.5 m)
30 ft (9.1 m)
24 ft (7.3 m)
16 ft (4.9 m)
10 It (3.0 m)
The maximum length using a 2" x 6" rectangular
duct with 2 elbows and a 2-1/2" (TYPE C) exhaust
hood is 8 ft (2.4 m).
41ft(12.5m)
31 ft (9.4 m)
21 ft (6.4 m)
18 ft (5.5 m)
29 ft (8.8 m)
23 ft (7.0 m)
15ft(4.6m)
9 ft (2.1 m)
(6.4 cm)
36 ft (11.0m)
26 ft (7.9 m)
16 ft (4.9 m)
Not
recommended
24 ft (7.3 m)
18 ft (5.5 m)
10 ft (3.0 m)
Not
recommended
Maximum
length
of 4"
(10.2 cm)
diameter
rigid
metal
duct
flexible
metal
duct
For exhaust configurations other than those
listed in chart the back pressure MUST not
exceed 0.2 inches water column at the back
of the washer/dryer. The back pressure should
be checked by a qualified technician.
For exhaust systems not covered by the
exhaust length chart, check with your dealer
or distributor for information.
Service check: The back pressure in any
exhaust system used must not exceed
0.2 inches of water column measured with an
inclined manometer at the point that the
exhaust duct connects to the dryer.
Exhausting the dryer outside is recommended.
Recessed installation that is not exhausted
outside must use Exhaust Deflector Kit Part
No. 694609, available from your authorized
parts distributor. See "Recessed and closet
installation instructions," Panel E, for
unobstructed air opening requirements.
If the washer/dryer Is Installed In a confined
area such as a bedroom, bathroom or closet.
It must be exhausted to the outside and
provision must be made for enough air for
ventilation. Check governing codes and
ordinances. Also refer to the "Recessed and
closet installation instructions" on Panel E.
An exhaust hood should cap the exhaust duct
to prevent exhausted air
___
from returning into dryer. —
The outlet of the hood —
must be at least —
12 inches (30.5 cm) from —
the ground or any object
that may be in the path "
of the exhaust.
(30.5 cm)
minimum
Four-Inch (10.2-cm) outlet hood Is preferred.
However, a 2-1 /2 inch (6.4 cm) outlet hood
may be used with short systems only.
A 2-1/2 inch (6.4 cm) outlet hood can result in
ionger drying times than other hood types. For
permanent Installation, a stationary exhaust
system Is required.
Exhausting the dryer through the side of the
washer/dryer requires the use of Side Exhaust
Kit, Part No. 279823,
available from your
authorized parts distributor.
Follow kit Installation
Instructions for proper
exhaust installation.
Mobile home installation
This appliance Is suitable for mobile home
Installations.
Mobile home exhaust requirements: The
washer/dryer must have an outside exhaust.
If the dryer is exhausted through the floor
and the area under the mobile home is
enclosed, the exhaust system must terminate
outside the enclosed area. Extension
beyond the enclosure will prevent lint and
moisture buildup under the mobile home.
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With washer/dryer In laundry area.
^WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
More than one person Is required to lift, tilt
or move the washer/dryer because of Its
weight and size.
Failure to follow this Instruction may result
In personal Injury.
Truck only from the rear to prevent produce
damage.
I Put on safety glasses and gloves.
Remove cardboard shipping base.
rear legs
4 legs
1 drain hose clamp
1 plastic beaded
strap
4 large, water-
hose washers
• 2 small water-hose
washers
• 1 small clamp
• 2 faucet adapters
• drain hose adapter
and clamp
(not shown)
Panel B
Remove parts from plastic package.
Check that all parts were included.
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