LG WM2455HG Owner's Manual (English) - Page 7

I N S TA L L AT I O N CONNECTING THE WATER LINES • IMPORTANT: Use new hoses when installing the washer. Do NOT reuse old hoses. • I M P O RTA N T: U s e O N LY t h e i n l e t h o s e s provided by LG with this laundry product. Aftermarket hoses are not guaranteed to fit or function correctly. Other hoses may not tighten correctly and could cause leaks. Subsequent damage to product or property will not be covered under the terms of LG's warranty. • Water supply pressure must be between 14.5 PSI and 116 PSI (100~800 kPa). If the water supply pressure is more than 116 PSI, a pressure reducing valve must be installed. • Periodically check the hose for cracks, leaks, and wear, and replace the hose if necessary. • Make sure that the water lines are not stretched, pinched, crushed, or kinked. • The washer should never be installed or stored in a location subject to freezing temperatures. Damage to the water lines and internal mechanisms of the washer can result. If the washer was exposed to freezing temperatures prior to installation, allow it to stand at room temperature for several hours before use. Water Hose (to water inlet on washer) Rubber Seal Rubber Seal Water Hose (to tap) 1 Insert a rubber seal into the threaded fittings on each hose. Water Inlets Water Tap 2 NOTE: Do not cross-thread the hose fittings. Attach the hot water line to the red hot water inlet on the back of the washer. Attach the cold water line to the blue cold water inlet on the back of the washer. Tighten the fittings securely. 12 MFL31245113_ENG.indd 12-13 3 Attach the hot water line to the hot water tap. Attach the cold water line to the cold water tap. Tighten the fittings securely. Open the water taps fully to check for leaks. I N S TA L L AT I O N CONNECTING THE DRAIN LINE • The drain hose should always be properly secured. Failure to properly secure the drain hose can result in flooding and property damage. • Do not install the end of the drain hose higher than 96 in. (244.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer. • The drain must be installed in accordance with any applicable local codes and regulations. • Make sure that the water lines are not stretched, pinched, crushed, or kinked. Option 1: Standpipe Elbow Bracket Tie Strap Stand Pipe Drain Hose Clip the end of the hose into the elbow bracket. Insert the end of the drain hose into a standpipe. Use tie strap to secure the drain hose in place. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in. (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the washer. Option 2: Laundry Tub Elbow Bracket Laundry Tub Tie Drain Strap Hose Clip the end of the hose into the elbow bracket. Hang the end of the drain hose over the side of the laundry tub. Use tie strap to secure the drain hose in place. NOTE: Total height of the hose end should not exceed 96 in. (244.8 cm) from the bottom of the washer. Option 3: Floor Drain Drain Hose Floor Drain Insert the end of the drain hose into the floor drain. Secure the hose in place to prevent it from moving. 13 2007.10.4 2:31:34 PM