LG WKEX200HWA Owners Manual - Page 12
Choosing the Proper, Location
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12 INSTALLATION WARNING • Read all installation instructions completely before installing and operating the appliance. It is important that you review this entire manual before installing and using the appliance. Detailed instructions concerning electrical connections and additional requirements are provided on the following pages. • Moving or installation of the appliance requires two or more people. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury. • Store and install the appliance where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Failure to follow this warning can cause product or part failure, serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • Properly ground the appliance to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • To ensure proper airflow, do not block the large opening on the bottom of the appliance with carpeting or other materials. • Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord. Do not use an adapter or extension cord. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire, electric shock, or death. • Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing. Service personnel- Do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: pump, valve, motor, control board. Choosing the Proper Location Check the following requirements for the install location before installing the appliance. • Allow for sufficient space between the walls and the appliance for installation. • Make sure that the floor is clean, dry and free of dust, dirt, water and oil so the leveling feet cannot slide easily. Leveling feet that can move or slide on the floor can contribute to excess vibration and noise. • If the floor has too much flex, reinforce it to make it more rigid. If the floor is not solid, it may cause severe vibration and noise. • If a drain pan must be used, take extra care to follow the instructions provided with the drain pan and make sure the leveling feet are adjusted for firm and even contact with the pan. Use of drain pans and failure to properly level the appliance may result in increased vibration and noise during operation. Flooring • To minimize noise and vibration, install the washer on a level, solidly constructed floor capable of supporting the appliance without flexing or bouncing. • The appliance must be installed on firm flooring to minimize vibration during the spin cycle. Concrete flooring is best, but a wood floor is sufficient, provided it is built to FHA standards. • The floor under the appliance must not slope more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) from front to back or side to side. • Installing on carpeting and soft tile surfaces is not recommended. • Never install the appliance on a platform or weakly supported structure. Floor Installation To ensure sufficient clearance for water inlet hoses, drain hose and airflow, allow minimum clearances of at least 1'' (2.5 cm) at the sides and 4'' (10 cm) behind the appliance. Be sure to allow for wall, door, or floor moldings that may increase the required clearances. E