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24"(69CM) ELECTRIC WASHER/DRYER
INSTAILATION INSTRUCTIONS
Table of Contents
WASHER/DRYER SAFETY.................................... 2
INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS .......................... 2
Tools and Par_s...................................................2
Alternate Parts.....................................................2
Location Requirements ......................................2
Drain System .......................................................
3
ElectricalRequirements ......................................4
ElectricalConnection ..........................................5
Venting Requirements.......................................10
Install Leveling Legs..........................................11
Remove Foam Packing.....................................11
Connect Drain Hose..........................................11
Connect Inlet Hoses..........................................12
Secure Drain Hose ............................................13
PlanVent System ..............................................13
InstallVent System............................................15
LevelWasher/Dryer...........................................15
Connect Vent.....................................................15
Complete Installation........................................15

WASHER/DRYER
SAFETY
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.

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INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.

Your installation may require additional parts. For ordering
information, please refer to the toll free phone numbers on the
front page of the Washer/Dryer User Instructions.

Tools needed:.
•

Level

•

Wood block (for leveling)

•

Ruler or measuring tape

•

Knife

•

Vent clamps

1/4"nut driver or socket
wrench (recommended)

•

Pliers

•

Scissors

Wire stripper (direct wire
installations)

•

Tin snips (for new vent
installations)

#2 Phillips and flat-blade
screwdriver
Adjustable wrench that
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or
9/16"(14 mm) open-end
wrench (for adjusting
dryer feet)

Caulking gun and
compound (for installing
new exhaust vent)
Parts supplied:
Remove parts package from the washer basket. Check that all
parts were included.

If You Have

You Will Need to Buy

Laundry tub or
standpipe taller than
96" (2.4 m)

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) 34" (86.4 cm)
tall drain tub or utility sink and sump
pump (available from local plumbing
suppliers)

Floor drain

Siphon break, Part Number 285320,
additional drain hose, Part Number
285702 and connector kit,
Part Number 285442

Drain hose too short

Drain hose, Part Number 285664 and
connector kit, Part Number 285442

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

E
A. Water inlet hoses (2)
B. Inlet hose flat washers (4)
C. Rear leveling legs (2)
D. Front leveling legs (2)

E. Plastic strap
F Drain hose
G. Yellow, single wire hose clamp
H. Silver, double wire hose clamp

Parts needed:
Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply and venting,
and see "Electrical Requirements" and "Venting Requirements"
before purchasing parts.
Mobile home installations require metal exhaust system hardware
available for purchase from the dealer from whom you purchased
your washer/dryer. For further information, please reference the
"Assistance or Service" section of the Washer/Dryer User
Instructions.

Explosion

Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from dryer.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,

or fire.

You will need
•
A location that allows for proper exhaust installation. See
"Venting Requirements."
•

Aseparate30-amp

•

A grounded electrical outlet located within 2 ft (61 cm) of
either side of the washer/dryer. See "Electrical Requirements."

circuit.

• Asturdyfloortosupport
thewasher/dryer
weight(washer/
dryer,
waterandload)of500Ibs(226.8
kg).
• Alevelfloorwithamaximum
slopeof1"(2.5cm)underentire
washer/dryer.
Clothes
maynottumble
properly
andautomatic
sensor
cyclesmaynotoperate
correctly
ifwasher/dryer
isnot
level.Installing
oncarpetisnotrecommended.
• Awaterheater
settodeliver
120°F
(49°C)
watertothewasher.
• Hotandcoldwaterfaucets
located
within4ft (1.2m)ofthe
hotandcoldwaterfillvalves,
andwaterpressure
of5-100psi
(34.5-689.6
kPa).
Thewasher/dryer
mustnotbeinstalled
orstored
inanareawhere
itwillbeexposed
towaterand/orweather.
Donotoperate
yourwasher
intemperatures
atorbelow
32°F(0°C).
Somewatercanremain
inthewasher
andcancause
damage
inlowtemperatures.
See"Washer/Dryer
Care"inthe
Washer/Dryer
UserInstructions
forwinterizing
information.
Donotoperate
yourdryerattemperatures
below45°F(7°C).
At
lowertemperatures,
thedryermightnotshutoffattheendofan
automatic
cycle.Thiscanresultinlonger
dryingtimes.
Check
coderequirements.
Somecodeslimit,ordonotpermit,
installation
ofthewasher/dryer
ingarages,
closets,
mobile
homes
orsleeping
quarters.
Contact
yourlocalbuilding
inspector.
Installation

Clearances

The location must be large enough to allow the dryer door to open
fully.
Washer/Dryer
Dimensions

Rear clearance may be 0" when house exhaust system is lined
up directly with dryer exhaust.
O"

oO
o oo

24in'2 -_
(155cm2)|
0" -_*l_ _- 237/8'L_-_--0 "

(0 crn)

0 cm

1" _-

27M-_

2,5¢m (69,22
cm)

91/2"
(14cm)

__' (7.6crn)
/

A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
C. Closet door with vents

Mobile Home - Additional Installation Requirements
This washer/dryer is suitable for mobile home installations.
The installation must conform to the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280
(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction
Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280).
Mobile home installations require:
•
Metal exhaust system hardware, which is available for
purchase from your dealer.
•

15%"
(39.05 crn)

(60.64
cm)

_.JL
__

and

Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to
introduce outside air into the dryer. The opening (such as a
nearby window) should be at least twice as large as the dryer
exhaust opening.

The washer/dryer can be installed using the standpipe drain
system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor
drain system. Select the drain hose installation method you need.
See "Alternate Parts."

71%"
(1 82.25 cm)

Standpipe drain system - wall or floor (views A & 13)
The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of
2" (5 cm). The minimum carry-away capacity can be no less than
17 gal. (64 L) per minute. A 2" (5 cm) diameter to 1" (2.5 cm)
diameter standpipe adapter kit is available. See "Alternate Parts."
The top of the standpipe must be at least 39" (99 cm) high and no
higher than 96" (2.4 m) from the bottom of the washer.
23 T/8"

*Most installations require a minimum 51/2'' (14 cm) clearance
behind the dryer for the exhaust vent with elbow. See "Venting
Requirements."
Minimum installation
installation

spacing

for recessed

area or closet

The following dimensions shown are for the minimum spacings
allowed.
•

Additional spacing should be considered for ease of
installation and servicing.

•

Additional clearances might be required for wall, door and
floor moldings.

•

Additional spacing of 1" (2.5 cm) on all sides of the washer/
dryer is recommended to reduce noise transfer.

•

For closet installation, with a door, minimum ventilation
openings in the top and bottom of the door are required.
Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are
acceptable.

Laundry tub drain system (view (3}
The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal. (76 L) capacity. The top
of the laundry tub must be at least 34" (86.4 cm) above the floor
and no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from the bottom of the washer.

Floor drain system (view D)
The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be
purchased separately. See "Alternate Parts."
The siphon break must be a minimum of 28" (71 cm) from the
bottom of the washer. Additional hoses might be needed.

A UL listed 30-amp power supply cord, rated 120/240 volt
minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at
least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer
must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned
ends.
•

A UL listed strain relief.

If your outlet looks like this:

4-wire receptacle (!4-30R)

Then choose a 4-wire power supply cord with ring or spade
terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 4-wire power supply cord,
at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have four 10-gauge copper wires
and match a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 14-30R. The ground
wire (ground conductor) may be either green or bare. The neutral
conductor must be identified by a white cover.
If your outlet looks like this:

It is your responsibility
•
To contact a qualified electrical installer.
•

To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in
conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70-latest edition and all local codes and ordinances.
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269.

•

To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt,
60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt
electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a
separate 30-amp circuit, fused on both sides of the line. A
time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Connect
to an individual branch circuit. Do not have a fuse in the
neutral or grounding circuit.

3-wire receptacle (10-30R)
Then choose a 3-wire power supply cord with ring or spade
terminals and UL listed strain relief. The 3-wire power supply cord,
at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long, must have three 10-gauge copper wires
and match a 3-wire receptacle of NEMA Type 10-30R.
If connecting by direct wire:
Power supply cable must match power supply (4-wire or 3-wire)
and be:
•

Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable
(with ground wire), protected with flexible metallic conduit. All
current-carrying wires must be insulated.

•

Do not use an extension cord.

•

10-gauge solid copper wire (do not use aluminum).

•

If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the
ground path is adequate.

•

At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long.

Electrical

To properly install your washer/dryer, you must determine the type
of electrical connection you will be using and follow the
instructions provided for it here.
•

•

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Connection

This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a 3-wire
electrical supply connection. The neutral ground wire is
permanently connected to the neutral conductor (white wire)
within the dryer. If the dryer is installed with a 4-wire electrical
supply connection, the neutral ground wire must be removed
from the internal ground connector (green screw), and secured
under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal
block. When the neutral ground wire is secured under the
neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block, the
dryer cabinet is isolated from the neutral conductor.
If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground
wire to the neutral wire, see "Optional 3-wire connection"
section.
A 4-wire power supply connection must be used when the
appliance is installed in a location where grounding through
the neutral conductor is prohibited. Grounding through the
neutral is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2)
mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where
local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral
conductors.

If using a power supply cord:
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes
dryers. The kit should contain:

[] For a grounded, cord-connected washer/dryer:
This washer/dryer must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for
electric current. This washer/dryer uses a cord having an
equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
[] For a permanently connected washer/dryer:
This washer/dryer must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the washer/dryer.

WARNING:

Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative or
personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the washer/dryer
is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power
supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE

THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

Power
Supply
Cord

DirectWire

Fire Hazard
Use a new UL listed 30 amp power supply cord.

Use 10 gauge solid copper

Use a UL listed strain relief.

Disconnect

1.
2.

Fire Hazard

power before making

electrical connections.

wire.

Disconnect power before making electrical connections.

Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) to center
terminal (silver).

Ground wire (green or bare wire) must be connected to
green ground connector.

Connect remaining
2 terminals (gold).

2 supply wires to remaining

Securely tighten all electrical connections.

Securely tighten

Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.

Disconnect power.
Remove the hold-down

3.
screw and terminal block cover.

all electrical connections.

Install strain relief.
Style 1: Power supply cord strain relief
Remove the screws from a 3/4"(1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
(UL marking on strain relief). Put the tabs of the two clamp
sections into the hole below the terminal block opening so
that one tab is pointing up and the other is pointing down, and
hold in place. Tighten strain relief screws just enough to hold
the two clamp sections together.

_==:=:::=:==::=_

A. Strain relief tab pointing up
B. Hole below terminal block opening
C. Clamp section
D. Strain relief tab pointing down

A. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
B. Hold-down screw
C. Terminal block cover
D. Internal ground conductor

screw

Put power supply cord through the strain relief. Be sure that
the wire insulation on the power supply cord is inside the
strain relief. The strain relief should have a tight fit with the
dryer cabinet and be in a horizontal position. Do not further
tighten strain relief screws at this point.

Electrical Connection Options
If your home has:

And you will be
connecting to:

Go to Section

4-wire receptacle
(NEMA Type 14-30R)

A UL listed,
120/240-volt

4-wire connection:
Power supply cord

30-amp, dryer
power
supply
minimum,
cord*

_.._

4-wire direct

A fused
disconnect or

4-wire connection:
Direct Wire

box*
circuit breaker
(12.7 cm)

Style 2: Direct wire strain relief
Unscrew the removable conduit connector and any screws
from a 3/4"(1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief (UL marking on strain
relief). Put the threaded section of the strain relief through the
hole below the terminal block opening. Reaching inside the
terminal block opening, screw the removable conduit
connector onto the strain relief threads.
t_

3-wire receptacle
(NEMA type 10-30R)

3-wire connection:

A UL listed,
120/240-volt

Power supply cord

30-amp, dryer
power supply
minimum,
cord*

3-wire direct

A fused
disconnect or

3-wire connection:
Direct Wire

box*
circuit breaker

*If local codes do not permit the connection of a frame-grounding
conductor to the neutral wire, go to "Optional 3-wire connection"
section.
4-wire connection: Power supply cord

........................................................
B

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for all mobile
homes and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire
connections.
B

A. Removable conduit connector
B. Hole below terminal block opening
C. Strain relief threads

Put direct wire cable through the strain relief. The strain relief
should have a tight fit with the dryer cabinet and be in a
horizontal position. Tighten strain relief screw against the
direct wire cable.

Now complete installation following instructions for your type
of electrical connection:
4-wire (recommended)
3-wire (if 4-wire is not available)

A. 4-wire receptacle (NEMA type !4-30R)
B. 4-prong plug
C. Ground prong
D. Neutral prong
E. Spade terminals with upturned ends
F. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL Iisted strain relief
G. Ring terminals

Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
Remove neutral ground wire from internal ground conductor
screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white
or center wire) of power supply cord under center, silvercolored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.
A
o

IMPORTANT: A 4-wire connection is required for mobile homes
and where local codes do not permit the use of 3-wire
connections.
Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so
washer/dryer can be moved if needed.
Strip 5" (12.7 cm) of outer covering from end of cable, leaving
bare ground wire at 5" (12.7 cm). Cut 11/2'' (3.8 cm) from
3 remaining wires. Strip insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). Shape ends of
wires into a hook shape.

/, "_

.......

;

4-wire connection: Direct Wire

A. Center silver-colored

terminal block screw

B. Neutral ground wire
C. Internal ground conductor screw - Dotted line
shows position of NEUTRAL ground wire before
being moved to center silver-colored terminal block
screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)

When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of
the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right),
squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw. See example
below.

E, _A" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
3=

Move the green painted screw from the internal to the external
ground conductor location. Connect ground wire (green or
bare) of power supply cord to external ground conductor
screw. Tighten screw.
B

/
o

Remove center, silver-colored

Remove neutral ground wire from internal ground conductor
screw. Connect neutral ground wire and place the hooked end
(hook facing right) of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of
direct wire cable under the center screw of the terminal block.
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screw.

terminal block screw.

A
o

......

A. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
C. Neutral
D. External
E. Ground
E Internal
G. 3/4"(1.9

4.
5.
6.
7.

ground wire
ground conductor screw
wire (green or bare) of power supply cord
ground conductor location
cm) UL listed, strain relief

Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.
Tighten screws.
Tighten strain relid screws.
Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw.
You have completed your electrical connection.
"Venting Requirements."

Now go to

A. Center silver-colored

terminal block screw

Move the green painted screw from the internal to the external
ground location. Connect ground wire (green or bare) of power
supply cable to external ground conductor screw. Tighten
screw.

1.
2.

Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply
cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal
block. Tighten screw.

D
G
A. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
C. Neutral ground wire
D. Internal ground conductor screw
E.3/4"(1.9 cm) UL listed, strain relief

A. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
C. Neutral ground wire
D. External ground conductor screw
E. Ground wire (green or bare) of power supply cable
F Internal ground conductor location
G. 3/4"(1.9 cm) UL listed, strain relief

Place the hooked ends of the other power supply cable wires
under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right).
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.

Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.
Tighten screws.

4.
5.

Tighten strain relief screws.
Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw.

You have completed your electrical connection.
"Venting Requirements."

Now go to

3-wire connection: Direct Wire
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground
conductor to neutral wire.

5.
6.

Tighten strain relief screw.
Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw.

You have completed your electrical connection.
"Venting Requirements."

Direct wire cable must have 5 ft (1.52 m) of extra length so
washer/dryer can be moved if needed.
Strip 31/2'' (8.9 cm) of outer covering from end of cable. Strip
insulation back 1" (2.5 cm). If using 3-wire cable with ground wire,
cut bare wire even with outer covering. Shape ends of wires into a
hook shape.

Now go to

3-wire connection: Power supply cord
Use where local codes permit connecting cabinet-ground
conductor to neutral wire.
When connecting to the terminal block, place the hooked end of
the wire under the screw of the terminal block (hook facing right),
squeeze hooked end together and tighten screw.

A ......

C
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.

3-wire receptacle (NEMA type !0-30R)
3-wire plug
Ground prong
Spade terminals with up turned ends
_" (!.9 cm) UL listed strain relief
Ring terminals
Neutral (white or center wire)

Loosen or remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire)
of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block
(hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten
screw.

Optional 3-wire connection
Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do
not permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral
wire.
1.
2.

L_
E

Remove center, silver-colored terminal block screw.
Remove neutral ground wire from internal ground conductor
screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white
or center wire) of power supply cord/cable under center,
silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.

D
C

A. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw

C. Neutral ground wire
D. Internal ground conductor screw
E. 3/4"(1.9 cm) UL listed, strain relief
3=

E
A. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
B. Neutral ground
C. External ground
D. Grounding path
E. Internal ground

Place the hooked ends of the other power supply cable wires
under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right).
Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.

wire
conductor screw
determined by a qualified electrician
conductor location

Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.
Tighten screws.

5.
6=

Tighten strain relief screw.
Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw.
You have completed your electrical connection.
"Venting Requirements."

Now go to
4.
5.

Tighten strain relief screws.
Move the green painted screw from the internal to the external
ground conductor location. Connect a separate copper
ground wire from the external ground conductor screw to an
adequate ground.
Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel.
Secure cover with hold-down screw.

Rigid metal vent
•
For best drying performance, rigid metal vents are
recommended.
•

Rigid metal vent is recommended to avoid crushing and
kinking.

Flexible metal vent

Fire Hazard

•

Flexible metal vents are acceptable only if accessible for
cleaning.

•

Flexible metal vent must be fully extended and supported
when the dryer is in its final position.

•

Remove excess flexible metal vent to avoid sagging and
kinking that may result in reduced airflow and poor
performance.

•

Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls, ceilings or
floors.

Use a heavy metal vent.
Do not use a plastic vent.
Do not use a metal foil vent.
Failure to follow
or fire.

these instructions

can result in death

Elbows
45 ° elbows provide better airflow than 90 ° elbows.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, this washer/dryer
MUST BE EXHAUSTED OUTDOORS.

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent,
chimney, wall, ceiling, or a concealed space of a building.
If using an existing vent system
•

Clean lint from the entire length of the system and make sure
exhaust hood is not plugged with lint.

•

Replace any plastic or metal foil vent with rigid or flexible
heavy metal vent.

•

Review Vent system chart. Modify existing vent system if
necessary to achieve the best drying performance.
If this is a new vent system

Good

Better

Clamps
•

Use clamps to seal all joints.

•

Exhaust vent must not be connected or secured with screws
or other fastening devices that extend into the interior of the
duct. Do not use duct tape.

Vent material
•
Use a heavy metal vent. Do not use plastic or metal foil vent.
•

4" (10.2 cm) heavy metal exhaust vent and clamps must be
used. DURASAFF Mventing products are recommended.

Clamp

Exhaust
Recommended

hood styles are shown here.
B

4" (10.2cm) heavymetal exhaust vent
DURASAFE TM vent products can be purchased from your
dealer or by calling Whirlpool Parts and Accessories. For more
information, see the "Assistance or Service" section of the
Washer/Dryer User Instructions.
1_4,,÷1

(10.2 cm)

A. Louvered hood style
B. Box hood style

The angled hood style (shown here) is acceptable.
4"

(1 0.2

cm)__
I/_,_

Install the front leveling legs
1. Examine the front leveling legs. Find the diamond marking.
2. Screw front legs by hand, into the holes in the triangular
braces in the front corners. Use wrench to finish turning the
legs until the diamond marking is no longer visible.

21/2,,

(6.4 crn)

•

An exhaust hood should cap the vent to keep rodents and
insects from entering the home.

•

Exhaust hood must be at least 12" (30.5 cm) from the ground
or any object that may be in the path of the exhaust (such as
flowers, rocks or bushes, snow line, etc.).

•

Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch.
improper venting can cause moisture
indoors, which may result in:
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Moisture damage to woodwork,
wallpaper, carpets, etc.

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Housecleaning

Slowly stand the washer/dryer

upright.

Open the washer lid. The latch under the dryer will keep the lid
open.
Pull the foam packing ring out of the washer.

and lint to collect

furniture, paint,

problems and health problems.

Excessive

Weight

Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install
washer/dryer.

NOTE: Keep the foam ring and use it when transporting your
washer/dryer. This packing material is used to keep the washer
tub stable during transport.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
To protect the floor, use a large flat piece of cardboard from the
shipping carton. Gently place the washer/dryer on its side, on the
cardboard.
Install the rear leveling legs
1. Push legs into holes in rear corners until they snap into place.

Proper connection of the drain hose protects your floors from
damage due to water leakage. To keep the drain hose from
coming off or leaking, it must be installed according to the
following instructions:
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installation, this procedure must
be followed exactly.
1. Check the drain hose to see whether it is the proper length.
2. Wet the inside of the straight end of the drain hose with tap
water.
IMPORTANT: Do not use any lubricant other than water.
3.

Squeeze ears of the silver, double-wire clamp with pliers to
open. Place clamp over the straight end of the drain hose
1A" (6.4 mm) from the end.

Check adjustability of rear legs by pushing in one leg. The
other leg should come out. Check both legs. If they do not
move freely, repeat Step 1.

(6.4 mm)

Open clamp. Twist hose back and forth while pushing onto
drain connector on the side of the washer/dryer. Continue until
hose contacts the ribbed stops on the cabinet.

Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional twothirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve.
Damage to the valves can result.
Clear the water lines
i i
5.

Place clamp over the area marked "CLAMR"

•

Run water through both faucets and inlet hoses, into a laundry
tub, drainpipe or bucket to get rid of particles in the water
lines that might clog the inlet valve screens.

•

Check the temperature of the water to make sure that the hot
water hose is connected to the hot water faucet and that the
cold water hose is connected to the cold water faucet.

Release clamp.

For laundry tub or standpipe drain systems
1. Open the yellow, single-wire clamp and slide over the hooked
end of the drain hose to secure the rubber and corrugated
sections together.

Connect
1.

2.
3.

the inlet hoses to the washer

Attach the hot water hose to the bottom inlet valve. Attaching
the hot water hose first makes it easier to tighten connection
with pliers.
Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional twothirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve.
Damage to the valves can result.
A. Hooked end
B. Drain hose
2=

Put the hooked end of drain hose into laundry tub or
standpipe. Rotate hook to eliminate kinks.
To prevent

drain water from going back into the washer:

•

Do not straighten hooked end of the drain hose and force
excess drain hose into standpipe. Hose should be secure
but loose enough to provide a gap for air.

•

Do not lay excess hose on the bottom of the laundry tub.

For use with floor drain
Remove the drain hose hook from the corrugated drain hose. You
may need additional parts. See Floor drain under "Alternate
Parts."

Insert a new flat washer (supplied) into each end of the inlet
hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings.

A. Coupling
B. Washer

Connect the inlet hoses to the water faucets
Make sure the washer basket is empty.
2. Attach the hose labeled hot to the hot water faucet. Screw on
coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
3. Attach the hose labeled cold to the cold water faucet. Screw
on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

A. Cold water inlet valve (top)
B. Hot water inlet valve (bottom)

Attach the cold water hose to the top inlet valve.

5.
6.

Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.
Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional twothirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve.
Damage to the valves can result.

If you are working in a closet or recessed area
Move the washer/dryer into its final position and remove
cardboard from under washer/dryer. Remove the access panel by
removing three Phillips-head screws and one bumper, located at
the top of the access panel. Set panel, screw, and bumper aside.
Complete hookup of water hoses and (on gas models) the flexible
gas connector through the access area, Replace access panel
upon completion of washer/dryer installation.

Choose your exhaust installation type
Recommended

exhaust installations

Typical installations vent the dryer from the rear of the washer/
dryer. Other installations are possible.

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b

Check for leaks
7. Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks, A small amount
of water might enter the washer. You will drain this water later.
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk
of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates for
future reference.
•

If you connect only one water hose, you must cap off the
remaining water inlet port.

•

Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts,
wear or leaks are found.

•

The apparatus must be connected to the water faucets using
the new hoses. Do not use old hoses.

Move the washer/dryer to its final location and remove any
cardboard used to move the washer/dryer.
Locate the plastic strap included in the parts package.

Beaded tie strap
3.

Wrap the drain hose to the laundry tub leg or standpipe with
the plastic strap (A or B below) and secure.

A. Dryer
B. Rigid me tal or flexible
metal vent
C. Clamps
D. Wall

E.
F.
G.
H.

Elbow
Clamps
Elbow
Exhaust hood

Optional exhaust installations
This washer/dryer can be converted to exhaust out the right or left
side. To convert the washer/dryer, use Side Exhaust Kit
Part Number 279823. If your washer/dryer was previously
exhausted from the right or left side, it can be converted to rear
exhaust by using standard offset connections. To cover the hole in
the side, one of the following plugs can be added:
692790 (white)
3977784 (biscuit)
Follow the instructions in the kit to install. Kits are available from
the dealer from whom you purchased your washer/dryer.

C
If the water faucets and the drain standpipe are recessed, put
the hooked end of the drain hose in the standpipe. Tightly
wrap the plastic strap around the water inlet hoses and the
drain hose (C above).

A. Standard rear offset exhaust installation
B. Rear exhaust for offset close clearance connection
C. Left or right side exhaust installation

Alternate

installations

for close clearances

Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for
your installation, Three close-clearance installations are shown.
Refer to the manufacturer's instructions provided with the vent
system.

Determine vent path
•

Select the route that will provide the straightest and most
direct path outdoors.

•

Plan the installation to use the fewest number of elbows and
turns,

•

When using elbows or making turns, allow as much room as
possible.

•

Bend vent gradually to avoid kinking.

•

Use the fewest 90 ° turns possible.

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Determine vent length and elbows needed for best drying
performance
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Use the Vent system chart below to determine type of vent
material and hood combinations acceptable to use.

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NOTE: Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in the
Vent system chart, Exhaust systems longer than those
specified will:

A. Loop system with standard elbows
B. Loop system with one offset and one standard elbow
C. Vent system with one periscope (2" [5 cm] clearance)

NOTE: The following kits for close clearance alternate installations
are available for purchase. Please reference the "Assistance or
Service" section of the Washer/Dryer User Instructions.
•
Over-the-Top Installation:
Part Number 4396028
Periscope Installation (For use with dryer vent to wall vent
mismatch):
Part Number 4396037 - 0" (0 cm) to 18" (45.72 cm) mismatch
Part Number 4396011 - 18" (45.72 cm) to 29" (73,66 cm)
mismatch
Part Number 4396014 - 29" (73.66 cm)to
mismatch

50" (127 cm)

Special provisions for mobile home installations
The exhaust vent must be securely fastened to a noncombustible
portion of the mobile home structure and must not terminate
beneath the mobile home. Terminate the exhaust vent outside.

•

Shorten the life of the dryer.

•

Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and
increased energy usage.

The Vent system chart provides venting requirements that will help
to achieve the best drying performance.
Vent system chart
NOTE: Side and bottom exhaust installations have a 90 ° turn
inside the dryer. To determine maximum exhaust length, add one
90 ° turn to the chart.
Number of
90 ° turns
or elbows

Type of Vent

Box or
Louvered
hoods

Angled
hoods

Rigid metal
Flexible metal

43 ft (13.1 m)
30 ft (9.1 m)

36 ft (11.0 m)
24 ft (7.3 m)

Rigid metal
Flexible metal

33 ft (10.1 m)
24 ft (7.3 m)

26 ft (7.9 m)
18 ft (5.5 m)

Rigid metal
Flexible metal

24 ft (7.3 m)
16 ft (4.9 m)

16 ft (4.9 m)
10 ft (3.0 m)

1.
2.
3.

Install exhaust hood. Use caulking compound to seal exterior
wall opening around exhaust hood.
Connect vent to exhaust hood. Vent must fit inside exhaust
hood. Secure vent to exhaust hood with 4" (10.2 cm) clamp.
Run vent to dryer location. Use the straightest path possible.
See "Determine vent path" in "Plan Vent System." Avoid 90°
turns. Use clamps to seal all joints. Do not use duct tape,
screws or other fastening devices that extend into the interior
of the vent to secure vent.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part,
go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.
Check that you have all of your tools.
Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. Keep the plastic
foam for use if the washer/dryer should be transported.
Check the washer/dryer's final location. Be sure the vent is not
crushed or kinked.

Properly leveling your washer/dryer averts excessive noise and
vibration.

Check that the washer/dryer is level and front leveling feet are
tight. See "Level Washer/Dryer."
For power supply cord installations, plug into an outlet. For
direct wire installation, turn on power.
Check that the water faucets are on.

Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.

Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape
remaining on the washer/dryer.
Read the Washer/Dryer User Instructions.
Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to
remove any dust.
To test the washer, measure 1/2the normal recommended
amount of detergent and pour it into the washer. Close the lid.
Select the REGULAR cycle and pull out the Cycle Control
knob. Allow the washer to complete one whole cycle.
To test the dryer, set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air
cycle) for 20 minutes and start the dryer.
If the dryer will not start, check the following:

Check the levelness of the washer/dryer by placing a level on
the top edge of the washer, first side to side, then front to
back.

10.
11.
12.

13.

If the washer/dryer is not level, prop up the front with a wood
block and adjust the feet up or down as necessary. Remove
wood block and lower washer/dryer. Repeat this step until the
washer/dryer is level.

Using a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in
washer/dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the
vent is clean. The vent must fit over the exhaust outlet and
inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured to
exhaust hood with a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp.
Move washer/dryer into its final position. Do not crush or kink
vent. Make sure washer/dryer is level.

•

Controls are set in a running or "On" position.

•

Start button has been firmly pushed.

•

Washer/dryer is plugged into a grounded outlet and/or
electrical supply is on.

•

Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has
not tripped.

•

Dryer door is closed.

14. When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the
dryer door and feel for heat.
If you do not feel heat, turn off the dryer and check the
following:
•

There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for the
dryer. Check to make sure both fuses are intact and tight,
or that both circuit breakers have not tripped. If there is
still no heat, contact a qualified technician.

NOTE: You may notice a burning odor when dryer is first heated.
This odor is common when the heating element is first used. The
odor will go away.

Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022
TM DURASAFE is a trademark of Whirlpool,

U.S.A.

7/05
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