Whirlpool 3SWTW4800YQ Manual - Page 3
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You will need:
A water heater set to 120° F (49° C).
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A grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of
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power cord on back of washer.
Hot and cold water faucets located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot
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and cold water fill valves on washer, and water pressure
of 5-116 psi (35-800 kPa).
A level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
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washer. Installing on carpet is not recommended.
Floor must support washer's total weight (with water and load)
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of 315 lbs (143 kgs).
IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will
be exposed to weather or in temperatures below 32° F (0° C).
Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in low
temperatures. See "Washer Care" in your Use and Care Guide
for winterizing information.
Proper installation is your responsibility.
Recessed area or closet installation
14" max.
(356 mm)
5"
(126 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for
closet door ventilation openings which are minimum required.
This washer has been tested for installation with spacing of 0"
(0 mm) clearance on the sides. Consider allowing more space
for ease of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion
appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings.
Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of washer to reduce
noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed,
top and bottom air openings in door are required.
3"
(76 mm)
48 in.
(310 cm
17"
(432 mm)
24 in.
(155 cm
1"
3"
(25 mm)
(76 mm)
Drain System
Drain system can be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe,
floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you need.
Floor standpipe drain system
4.5"
(114 mm)
Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Minimum
carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe
must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; install no higher than
48" (1.22 m) from bottom of washer. If you must install higher
than 48" (1.22 m), you will need a sump pump system.
Wall standpipe drain system
4.5"
(114 mm)
2
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See requirements for floor standpipe drain system.
Floor drain system
2
2
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Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number
285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285835), and an
Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be
purchased separately. To order, please contact the dealer from
whom you purchased your washer or an authorized service
company. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom
of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
4.5"
(114 mm)
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at
least 39" (990 mm) above floor; install no higher than 48" (1.22 m)
from bottom of washer.
IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 4.5" (114 mm)
of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of
wash tub. Secure drain hose with cable tie.
39"
(990 mm)
39"
(990 mm)
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