Fisher and Paykel WA42T26GW1 EcoSmart Clothes Washer Installation Instructions - Page 7

Installation instructions 5 US CA Removing the packaging To ensure the best performance from your new washer, please follow the instructions below. Removing the bottom packer 1 Remove outer packaging. 2 Tilt the machine backwards and walk the machine off the bottom packer one foot at a time. The bottom packer can now be removed by pulling it out the front. Caution! Operating the washer when the tub packer is in place can result in damage to the washer. Fig.3 Tilt washer backwards to remove packer Removing basket packer and accessories 3 Lift the lid and remove cardboard tub packer from the top of the washer basket. 4 Remove hoses, accessories and installation pack. 5 Keep the bottom packer and tub packer in case they are required for future transit. In your washer you will find: ■■ 4 rubber inserts for the leveling feet. ■■ 1 drain hose guide. ■■ 2 inlet hoses. Drain hose Tub packer Fig.4 Remove tub packer 1 Carefully pull the drain hose out from the back of the washer by pulling the exposed part of the hose downwards and then out. 2 The hose guide is used to guide the drain hose over the tub or standpipe. It MUST be fitted to the drain hose. To prevent siphoning: The drain hose should not extend more than ¾" (20 mm) from the end of the guide. The height of the standpipe or set tub/sink should be between 33½" to 78" (850 - 1200 mm). If necessary, the drain hose can be trimmed to length. 3 Place the drain hose in the laundry tub or standpipe. Pull hose through guide ¾" (20 mm) max. Standpipe 33½" - 78" (850 - 1200 mm) Flex hose guide apart Fig.5 Fitting the drain hose guide Important! ■■ In multi-storey apartments or any upper floor installation, the machine should be installed on a drained floor. ■■ Check that the tub or standpipe is free from lint or other obstructions before operating the washer. ■■ In basement installation do not exceed a standpipe height of 96" (2438 mm).