Whirlpool 3RLBR8543 Washer User Manual


 
Panel A
Location of washer
Introduction
Before you start
D
C
B
A
Recessed area/closet installation
Front view (door not shown)
Side view
The installation dimensions shown are the minimum spaces
allowable. Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.
Additional clearances for wall, door and floor moldings may be
required. Allow 2.5 cm (1 inch) of space between washer and
dryer.
If closet door is installed, the minimum air openings in top and
bottom of door are required. Louvered doors with air openings in
top and bottom are acceptable.
Companion appliance spacing should be considered.
Front view
closet door
7,6 cm (3")
7,6 cm (3")
155 cm
2
(24 inches
2
)
310 cm
2
(48 inches
2
)
0 cm
(0")
0 cm
(0")
43,2 cm (17")
closet door
35,6 cm
máx.
(14" max.)
10,2 cm
mín.
(4" min.)
2,5 cm mín.
(1" min.)
155 cm
2
(24 inches
2
)
310 cm
2
(48 inches
2
)
Important: Observe all governing codes and
ordinances.
Check location where washer will be installed. Make sure you
have everything necessary for correct installation. Proper
installation is your responsibility.
Water heater: Set to deliver 60°C (140°F) water to washer.
Earthed electrical outlet (A) is required within 152 cm
(5 feet) of upper left corner of washer cabinet. See “Electrical
requirements”, Panel B.
The installer is to confirm, through the local power supply
authority, if necessary, that the machine is connected to a power
supply with a maximum impedance of 0.068 + j0.043 ohms for
phases (RA + jXA) and 0.0455 + j0.02844 ohms for neutral (RN
+ jXN).
Hot and cold water faucets (B): Must be within 122 cm
(4 feet) of the upper right corner of the washer cabinet and
provide water pressure 34.5-689.6 kPa (5-100 psi).
The hot and cold water inlets on the back of the washer have
3/4 — 11-1/2 American hose coupling standard threads.
Level floor (C): Maximum slope under entire
washer —
2.5 cm (1 inch).
Installing washer on carpeting is not recommended.
Support (D): Floor must be sturdy enough to
support washer weight (with water) of 143
kilograms (315 pounds).
The minimum and maximum motor rotation per
minute (R.P.M.) is 950-1425 R.P.M. The minimum
and maximum basket R.P.M. is 423-640 R.P.M.
Allow 2.5 cm (1 inch) of space between washer
and dryer.
Do Not store or operate washer below 0°C
(32°F) (some water may remain in washer).
See Use & Care Guide for “Winterizing”
information.
Your safety and the safety of others are very
important.
We have provided many important safety messages
in this manual and on your appliance. Always read
and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards
that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert
symbol and either the word “DANGER” or
“WARNING”. These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential
hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,
and tell you what can happen if the instructions are
not followed.
WARNING
DANGER
Tools needed for installation
Parts supplied for installation
A
A. level
B. wrench
C. utility knife
D. pliers
E. scissors
A. 1 drain hose
B. 2 inlet hoses
C. 1 yellow clamp
D. 2 drain hose clamps
E. 2 front leveling legs
with nuts
F. 6 flat water hose
washers
G. 1 hose extension
H. literature package
I. faucet adapters
Remove parts from packages. Check that all parts were included.
B
C
D
A
I
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
E