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Tilt washer backward and
n remove wood block. Gently
lower washer to floor.
Move washer to its final location.
Remove cardboard or hardboard
from under washer.
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Tilt washer forward, raising
n back legs 1 inch (2.5
centimeters) off of floor to adjust rear self-
leveling legs. Gently lower washer to
floor. Check levelness of the washer by
placing a carpenter’s level on top of the
washer, first side to side; then front to
back.
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the front legs up or down to adjust
Repeat Step 14.
When washer is level, use wrench
to turn nuts on front legs up tightly
against washer base. If nuts are
not tight against washer base, the
washer may vibrate.
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Secure the drain hose to the tub or
standpipe with the shipping strap
removed from the back of the washer.
Failure to properly secure drain hose
could result in water damage.
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n Carefullv tilt washer
Measure and mark a point approximately
15 inches (38.1 centimeters) from the plug
end of the shipping strap. Cut the
shipping strap at this point.
backwards until front of washer is
3-4 inches (7.5-10 centimeters) off of floor.
Insert piece of wood as brace.
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Use legs and nuts from parts
n package. Screw nut down to
within l/2 inch (1.3 centimeters) of base.
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Insert legs into
correct holes at
each front corner
of washer until
nuts touch washer.
Do Not tighten nuts
until Step 15.
Check that hose is not twisted or
kinked and is securely in place.
strap
Put “hook” end of drain hose in tub or
standpipe. Tightly wrap the shipping
strap around the drain hose and tub or
standpipe or inlet hose as shown in
Figures A-C. Push plug into the nearest
hole in the shipping strap.
If a longer drain hose is needed, drain
hose (Part No. 388423) and hose
extension kit (Part No. 285442) are
available from authorized parts
distributors. If drain hose must be
shortened, use hose kit (Part No. 285442).
Note: tf washer Is moved to adJust draln hose, the
washer must be leveled again. Repeat Steps 14-15.
Place cardboard under the washer and carefully
move washer to avold damaglng floor covering.
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CHECK ELECTRICAL
1 n REQUIREMENTS. BE SURE YOU
HAVE CORRECT ELECTRICAL SUPPLY AND
RECOMMENDED EARTHING METHOD.
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n Check that all parts are now
installed. See parts list, Panel A. If there is
an extra part, go back through steps to
see which step was skipped.
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Turn on water faucets and
n check for leaks. Tighten
couplings if there is leaking. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN; this could cause damage
to faucet.
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Check that you have all of
W your tools. Check that the
shipping strap with 2 cotter pins and plug
was removed from the back of the washer
and used to secure the drain hose.
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Untape power supply cord
n and plug into earthed outlet.
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Take a few minutes and read
n the Use and Care Guide to
fully understand your new washer. Now
start the washer and allow it to complete
the regular cycle.
successfully installed
your new Whirlpool washer.
To get the most efficient use
from your new washer, read your
Whirlpool Use and Care Guide.
[ Congratulations!
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