Bosch WFMC8440UC User Manual - Page 7

2. Wrench for leveling. 3. Clamp for drain hose. On the back of the washer: - hot and cold water connections - power cord with label warning to remove transportation bolts - two AQUASTOP hoses (remove hoses from clips on back of washer for installation) Useful tools The following tools are helpful: 1. Flat head screwdriver. 2. Socket wrench (1/2" / 13 mm). 3. Closed wrench (1/2" / 13 mm). 4. Bubble Level. Dimensions a = 27.0 inches (686 mm) b = 30.7 inches (780 mm) c = 37.0 inches (940 mm) d = 16.0 inches (407 mm) Door opening angle 180° Approx. weight = 220 lbs (100 kg) Installation area d WARNING Never ground the washer to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines or hot water pipes. This appliance must be installed on a solid floor and well leveled due to the higher spin speeds available. If installing the machine on a wood floor over a basement or on a second floor, the floor may need to be reinforced. Sound, vibration, and risk of walking" will be affected depending on the structure and stability of the floor surface where it is installed. If the washing machine is to be installed on a weak wood floor consider the following: q Soft floor surfaces, such as carpets or surfaces with foam backing, are not suitable. If possible, place the washing machine in a corner of the room. q Screw a water resistant wooden board (at least 3/4" thick) to the floor. q Secure the feet of the washing machine with holding brackets. Order the holding brackets (set) from Bosch Customer Service (WMZ 2200). q Units are not designed to be stacked. q Units are not designed for under counter installation Pedestal Mounting Kit 8 inch pedestal accessory number WTZ 1295 for solid white color WTZ 1295S for solid silver color WTZ 1295P for duo tone silver/white 15 inch pedestal accessory number WTZ 1500 for solid white color WTZ 1500S for solid silver color WTZ 1500C for duo tone champagne/white WTZ 1500P for duo tone silver/white If mounting the washer on the pedestal follow the instructions supplied with the pedestal. i Install pedestal prior to removing transport bolts. Closet If installing the washer in a closet, observe the minimum distances according to the following table: Minimum Installation Clearances Closet Sides 1/4" (6 mm) Top 12" (3O5 mm) Rear 2.5" (64 mm) Front 1/4" (6 mm) Ventilation: Top: 48 sq. in (310 sq. cm), Bottom: 24 sq. in (155 sq. cm) Checklist for Page Installation completely remove 4 shipping bolts 8 and move the washer into place connect the water supply lines and 9 drain pipe connect the electrical power 10 slide the washer into its final location 10 level the washer as low as possible 10 before first use, run a cleaning cycle 13 7