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Theexhaust vent can be
routed up, down, left,
right or straight out the
back of the
washer/dryer. Space
requirements are
provided on Panel G
and on the rear panel
Use the strai
you can, to avoid 90°
turns.
Maximum length of the exhaust system
depends upon the type of vent used,
number of elbows and the type of
exhaust hood. The maximum length for
both rigid and flexible vent is shown in
the chart.
2-1/2"
Rear, Side or Bottom Exhaust
Number Maximum Four-inch
of 90°length of diameter vent
turns vent
0 42 ft rigid metal
1 34 ft vent
2 26 tt
0 26 fl flexible metal
1 21 ft vent
2 16fl
The maximum length usfng a 2" x 6" rectangular
vent wlth 2 elbows and a 2- I12" (TYPE C) exhaust
hood is8ft.
For exhaust systems not covered by the
exhaust length chart, see Service
Manual, Part No. 603197, availabLe from
a Whirlpool authorized parts distributor
Four-inch exhaust hood ispreferred.
However, a 2-1/2-inch exhaust hood
may be used. A 2-1/2-inch exhaust
hood creates greater back pressure
than other hood types. For permanent
installation, a stationary exhaust system
isrequired.
Exhausting the dryer
through the side of the
washer/dryer requires
the use of Side Exhaust
Kit, Part No. 279823,
available from a
Whirlpoo!-authorized
parts distributor. Follow
kit Installation -_.
Instructions tar proper
exhaust installation.
Mobile home installation
Thiswasher/dryer issuitable for mobile
home installations. The installation of the
washer/dryer must conform to the
Manufactured Home Construction and
Safety, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (formerly
the Federal Standard for Mobile Homes
Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUb
Part 280, latest edition).
Mobile home exhaust r_
requirements: The lJ
washer/dryer must
have an outside [4
exhaust If the dryer is
s\E
exhausted through _
the floor and the
area under the
mobile home is
enclosed, the
exhaust system
must terminate ..... /
outs de the
enclosed area. floor enclosedarea
Extension beyond the enclosure will
--outside
wall
_kirilng
prevent lint and moisture buildup under
the mobile home.
Now start...
with washerldryer in laundry area.
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and
install washer/dryer.
Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
Truck only from rear to prevent product
damage.
iPut on safety glasses and gloves.
nOpen washer lid. Take hoses and
parts packages out of basket. Close lid
drainhose
4washers
B Remove parts from package,
Check that all parts were included.
pins
pletely remove the
shipping strap with 2 cotterpins from the
inside of the washer/dryer,
Save the shipping strap for use in Step 18.
•Tilt washer/dryer forward. Check
that rear leveling legs move up and
down freely so that washer/dryer can
be properly leveled in Step 15.
6• Disconnect the Dower supply
Connect power supply cord or cable to
dryer See "Electrical connection,"
Panels B and C. Do Not plug power
supply cord into outlet or reconnect
power at this time.
Use new hoses and washers that came
with your washer/dryer.
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use
to reduce the risk of hose failure. Inspect
and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks,
cuts, wear, or leaks are found. When
replacing your inlet hoses, mark the
date of replacement on the label with a
permanent marker
coupling washer
7I Insert a flat washer into each end
of the inlet hoses. Check that washers
are firmly seated in couplings.
cold
Inletvalves are
plastic. Do not strlp
or crossthread,
(hot
water) inlet valve opening first; then
second hose to top (cold water) inlet
valve. Tighten couplings by hand Use
pliers to make an additional t_vo-thirds
turn
IMPORTANT: THIS PROCEDURE
MUST BE FOLLOWED TO ASSURE
PROPER INSTALLATION.
o,°=
"nhOSedrainhose
connechor
•To prevent the drain hose from
coming off or leaking, it must be
installed per the following instructions:
1. Wet the inside end of the drain hose
with tap water DO NOT USEANY
OTHER LUBRICANT.
2. Squeeze ears of drain hose clamp
with pliers to open and place clamp
over the end of the drain hose.
3. While holding clamp open, work end
of drain hose onto drain connector.
4. Position clamp over the drain hose
area marked "clamp." Release
clamp Clamp should be 1/4 inch
from end of drain hose.
I 0iStandpipeor [f"_
laundry tub drain system: I I I
Open yellow clamp and
s,,0eavorhookendofI I ,"
drain hose to secure the I [ //
rigid and corrugated
sections together
Floor drain system: Do
Not install "hook" end of drain hose to
corrugated section. Consult your
plumber for proper installation.
Slide washer/dryer onto cardboard or
hardboard before moving across floor to
avoid damaging floor covering,
II •If you have room to work from
4
either side of the washer/dryer, move
washer/dryer close to final position so
you can easily complete the following
steps. (Go to Step 12)
If you are working in a closet or
recessed area, move the washer/dryer
into final position and remove
cardboard or hardboard 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,
screws and bumper aside. Complete
the following steps through the access
area.
2=Put "hook" end of drain hose
into laundry lub or standpipe. Check for
proper length of drain hose.
_gwater inlet
hoses, run water through both faucets
into a bucket This will get rid of particles
in water lines that might clog hoses
Mark which is the hot water faucet.
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use
to reduce lhe risk of hose failure. Inspect
and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks,
cuts, wear, or leaks are found When
replacing your inlet hoses, mark the
date of replacement on the label with a
permanent marker,
4•Attach bottom Inlet hose (inlet
marked "H") to hot water faucet.
Attach lop inlet hose (inlet marked "C')
to cold water faucet Tighten couplings
to the faucets by hand, Use pliers to
make final two thirds turn,
Move washer/dryer to its permanent
location. Remove
cardboard/hardboard from under
washer/dryer.
move the
washer/dryer into final position.Tilt
washer/dryer forward raising back legs
1 inch off of floor to adjust rear, self
leveling legs. Gently lower washer/dryer
tofloor,Check levelness of the
washer/dryer by placing a carpenter's
level on top of the washer, first side to
side; then flont to back. If washer/dryer
is not level, check that rear leveling legs
move up and down freely. If washer/
dryer is level, go to Step 17.
the washer/dryer.
6. If washer/dryer isnot level,
carefully tilt washer/dryer backward
until front of washer/dryer is3-4 inches
off of floor. Insert 4 corner posts under
washer/dryer about 6 inches from the
left leg. Loosen nuts on each front leg.
Adjust the front legs up or down. Tilt
washer/dryer backward and remove
corner posts. Gently lower the
washer/dryer to the floor. Repeat Step
15 and 16 until washer/dryer is level.
7nWhen washer/dryer islevel,
use adjustable wrench to turn nuts on
front legs up tightly against
washer/dryer base. If nuts ore not tight
against washerldryer base, the
washer/dryer may vibrate.
Secure the drain hose to the laundry
tub or standpipe with the shipping strap
removed from the back of the washer.
1t iBlaAfter shipping strap has been
removed (Step 4), look for the words
"cut here" marked on the shipping
strap, about 16 inches from plug end,
Cut the shipping strap at this mark. Pull
shipping strap out of the power suppry
cord.
INumbers
correspond
to steps.
12. 19.
Pull shipPing strap
with 2 cotterplns
completely out of
washer.
4. 18. 19.
Panel D Panel E
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