Washer
24 in.2 min.
(155 cm2)
48 in.
2
min.
(310 cm
2
)
3"
(76 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
WFW3090G, WFW5090G
Location Requirements
Proper installation is your responsibility.
You will need:
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A grounded electrical outlet located within 5.4 ft (1.7 m)
of power cord on back of washer.
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Water faucet located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of water ll valve on washer,
and water pressure of 20–100 psi (137.9–689.6 kPa).
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A level oor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer.
Installing on carpet or surfaces with foam backing is
not recommended.
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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.
24"
(610 mm)
1
331⁄4" Min.
33
/2" Min.
(845 mm)
(851 mm)
333⁄4" Max.
3
/4" Max.
33
(857 mm)
(857 mm)
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):
4"*†
0"/1"
(102 mm)
(0 mm/25 mm)
1"*
0"/1"
(0 mm/25 mm)
†
External exhaust elbow requires additional space.
(25 mm)
0"/1"
(0 mm/25 mm)
683⁄4" Min.
(1746 mm)
653/4"
(1670 mm)
691⁄2" Max.
(1765 mm)
0"/1"
1"*
(0 mm/25 mm)
(25 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
* Recommended
spacing. Minimum
0" (0 mm)
Custom under counter installation:
2
48 in.
(310 cm2)
2
24 in.
(155 cm2)
1
41
/2"
*
†
24"
(1054 mm)
(610 mm)
3
* 2.3 cu. ft. models: 42
15
⁄16" (1091 mm)
1.9 cu. ft. models: 415⁄8" (1057 mm)
†
2.3 cu. ft. models: 251⁄8" (638 mm)
/4"
(18 mm)
1.9 cu. ft. models: 24" (610 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.
1"
(25 mm)
Custom cabinet installation:
7"
(178 mm)
(25 mm)
(229 mm)
(229 mm)
*
4"
(102 mm)
* *
1"
(25 mm)
1"
9"
9"
1"
(25 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
39" min.
(990 mm)
* Recommended
spacing. Minimum
0" (0 mm)
W10856086B
1/2017
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.
Location Requirements (cont.)
Closet installation (washer only):
3"
(76 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
48 in.2 min.
(310 cm
24 in.2 min.
(155 cm2)
2
)
*
4"
(102 mm)
(457 mm)
(864 mm)
* *
1"
(25 mm)
18"
34"
1"
(25 mm)
* Recommended
spacing. Minimum
0" (0 mm)
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 41⁄2" (114 mm) of drain hose
should be inside standpipe. Always secure drain hose with cable tie.
Floor standpipe drain system
Laundry tub drain system
41/2"
41/2"
(114 mm)
(114 mm)
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must
be at least 24" (60 cm) above oor; install no higher than
49" (125 cm) from bottom of washer.
max. 49"
max. 49"
max. 49"
(1250 mm)
(1250 mm)
(125 cm)
min. 24"
min. 24"
min. 24"
(60 mm)
(60 mm)
(60 cm)
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.)
4.5"
41/2"
(114 mm)
(114 mm)
Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Minimum carryaway 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 24" (60 cm) high; install no higher than 49" (125 cm) 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.”
max. 48"
max. 49"
(1219 mm)
(125 cm)
min. 30"
min. 24"
(762 mm)
(60 cm)
Wall standpipe drain system
max. 49"
max. 49"
(1250 mm)
(125 cm)
min. 24"
41/2"
(114 mm)
See requirements for oor standpipe drain system.
min. 24"
(60 mm)
(60 cm)
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