Insignia NS-FWM45W3 User Guide - Page 17

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NS-FWM45W3 Installing your washer Note: The illustrations in this section may not accurately show your actual washing machine, but are only intended to convey a general instruction or concept. Tools you need Channel-lock pliers Carpenter's level Adjustable wrench or 1/2" Adjustable wrench or (12.7 mm) socket with ratchet 9/16" (14.3 mm) open-end wrench Step 1: Selecting a location Before you install your washer, make sure that the location: • Is a hard, level surface without carpeting or soft flooring that can obstruct ventilation. • Is away from direct sunlight, water, and weather. • Has adequate ventilation. • Isn't exposed to freezing temperatures (32° F or 0° C). • The temperature is above 60° F or 15.5° C • Is away from heat sources such as oil or gas. • Has enough space so that your washer doesn't rest on its power cord. See Features on page 6. Step 2: Connecting the water hoses CAUTIONS: • Use new water supply hoses. Using old hoses can result in leakage or overflow that can damage your property. • Replace hoses every five years. • Don't connect multiple water supply hoses together to increase the length of the hose. Hoses connected this way can leak and cause electrical shock. If a hose is too short, replace the hose with a longer, high-pressure hose. • Run some water from the cold faucet to flush the water lines and remove particles that might clog up the inlet hose. • Do not cross-thread or over-tighten these connections. • Do not apply tape or sealant to the faucets or water supply intakes. This can damage the fittings. • Make sure that the water supply hoses aren't twisted or bent. A bent or twisted hose can leak and cause an electric shock because of water leakage. 1 Before connecting the hoses, make sure that there is a rubber washer in both of the hoses. 2 Install the screen washers (included) by inserting them into the free ends of the inlet hoses with the protruded side facing the faucet. www.insigniaproducts.com 17