Whirlpool WTW2000H Owners Manual - Page 10

PORTABLE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Drain System The washer must drain into a sink or laundry tub with a carry-away capacity of 17 gal. (64.5 L) per minute (for portable installations). The top of the tub must be at least 27" (686 mm) above floor and no higher than 48" (121.9 cm) from the bottom of the washer. min. 27" (686 mm) 1. Attach hose bracket Slot 3. Connect fill hose Cap Connect hose Attach the fill hose to the cold water (left) inlet valve. Tighten coupling by hand. Use pliers to make an additional 2/3 turn. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the valves can result. Hot water (right) inlet valve is capped. Leave this valve capped. 4. Connect drain hose Post ¼" (6 mm) Place the hose bracket over the post on the back of the washer and position the tab so it will insert into the slot. Push down to lock into place. Connect Fill-And-Drain Hose Proper connection of the fill-and-drain hose will protect your floors from damage due to water leakage. 2. Insert new flat washer into inlet hose To keep the fill-and-drain hose from leaking, it must be installed according to the following instructions. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper installation, this procedure must be followed exactly. Wet inside end of the drain hose with tap water. IMPORTANT: Do not use any lubricant other than water. Squeeze ears of double-wire clamp with pliers to open. Place clamp over the straight end of the drain hose ¼" (6 mm) from the end. Twist hose back and forth while pushing down onto drain connector at the bottom of the washer. Continue until hose contacts the cabinet. Coupling Washer Insert new flat washer (supplied) into the end of the inlet hose. Firmly seat the washer in the coupling. 10