Whirlpool LAB0050PQ Washer User Manual


 
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
The parts supplied are in the washer basket.
Tools needed:
Pliers that open to 1⁹⁄₁₆" (3.95 cm)
Flashlight (optional)
Adjustable or open end wrenches, 10 mm and 14 mm
Level
Wood block
Utility knife
Measuring tape
T-20 TORX
®†
screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Parts supplied:
Alternate Parts
Your installation may require additional parts. For ordering
information, please refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of
this manual.
Options
Pedestal
You may order a pedestal separately for this washer. This
pedestal will add about 12" (30.48 cm) to the height of your
washer for a total height of approximately 45" (114.3 cm).
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your washer
or refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask
for Model Number LAB0050PQ.
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 of this manual. Ask
for Part Number 8182452.
A. U-shaped hose form
B. Water inlet hoses (2)
C. Inlet hose flat washers (2)
D. Filter washers (2)
E. Spoke with 4 clear plastic plugs
†®TORX is a registered trademark of Textron Innovations Inc.
ABC
D
E
If You Have: You Will Need to Buy:
Laundry tub or
standpipe taller
than 72" (183 cm)
Sump pump system (if not already
available)
1" (2.5 cm)
diameter
standpipe
2" (5 cm) diameter to 1" (2.5 cm)
diameter standpipe adapter,
Part Number 3363920
Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39" (99 cm) tall
drain tub or utility sink, sump pump and
connectors (available from local
plumbing suppliers)
Lint clogged drain Drain protector, Part Number 367031
Water faucets
beyond reach of
fill hoses
2 longer water fill hoses:
6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314,
10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008
Must also order: British to universal hose adapter,
Part Number 3357451
Installing new
water inlet hoses
British to universal hose adapter,
Part Number 3357451
Optional pedestal