Whirlpool WTW8500BC Installation Guide - Page 4
Electrical Requirements, Drain System - washer
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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 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 41/2" (114 mm) 39" (990 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 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. If you must install higher than 96" (2.4 m), you will need a sump pump system. Wall standpipe drain system 41/2" (114 mm) See requirements for floor standpipe drain system. Floor drain system ■■ A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker on a separate circuit serving only this washer is recommended. ■■ This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. ■■ To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, 3-prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ■■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate. ■■ Do not ground to a gas pipe. ■■ Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. ■■ Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. 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 see toll-free phone numbers in your "Use and Care Guide." Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.) Laundry tub drain system 41/2" (114 mm) 309" (796920 mm) Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; install no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 41⁄2" (114 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of wash tub. Secure drain hose with cable tie. 4