LG WT1501CW Owners Manual - English Spanish - Page 11

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 11 CONNECTING THE DRAIN HOSE • The drain hose should always be properly secured. Failure to properly secure the drain hose can result in flooding and property damage. • The drain must be installed in accordance with any applicable local codes and regulations. • Make sure that the drain hose is not stretched, pinched, crushed, or kinked. OPTION 2: LAUNDRY TUB Bend the end of the drain hose to the desired shape and support it on the edge of the laundry tub. Use the tie strap to secure the drain hose in place. Drain Hose OPTION 1: STANDPIPE Bend the outlet end of the drain hose to form a U shape. Insert the end of the drain hose into the drain. If the drain is large enough for the flange on the hose to fit inside, then do not insert the flange more than 1-2 inches into the drain. Use the tie strap included with the installation materials in the foam block in the tub to secure the drain hose to the drain. If the water valves and drain are built into the wall, fasten the drain hose to one of the water hoses with the tie strap (ribbed side on inside). If your drain is a standpipe, fasten the drain hose to the standpipe with the tie strap provided. Drain Hose 39" 3, (99 cm) (99 cm) Tie Strap Tie Strap NOTE: • Normal height of the end of the hose should be approximately 35-47 in.(0.9-1.2 m) from the floor. • Do not install the end of the drain hose lower than 29 in. (73.7 cm) or higher than 96 in. (243.8 cm) above the bottom of the washer or more than 60 in. (152.4 cm) away from the washer. • Never create an air-tight seal between the drain hose and the drain, using tape or other methods. If no air gap is present, water can be siphoned out of the tub resulting in poor wash/rinse performance or clothing damage.