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LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Proper installation is your responsibility. You will need: n A water heater set to 120° F (49° C). n A grounded electrical outlet located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of power cord on back of washer. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on washer, and water pressure of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). n A level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Installing on carpet or surfaces with foam backing is not recommended. n Floor must support washer's total weight (with water and load) of 400 lbs (180 kgs). IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be exposed to weather or in temperatures below 32° F (0° C). Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in low temperatures. See "Washer Care" in Washer Use and Care Guide for winterizing information. 501/4" (1276 mm) 27" (686 mm) 36" (914 mm) 301/2" (775 mm) All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for closet door ventilation openings which are the minimum required. For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of washer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required. Recessed area or closet installation (stacked washer and dryer): Recessed area or closet installation (washer only): 48" min. (1220 mm) 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 12" (305 mm) 3" (76 mm) 72" (1829 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 4" (102 mm) 3" (76 mm) 24 in.2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) Recessed or closet installation (washer on pedestal): 51/4" (133 mm) 3" (76 mm) 24 in.2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) Custom under counter installation: 2" (50 mm) 36" min. (914 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3284" min. (691605 mm) 4" (102 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3

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LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Proper installation is your responsibility.
You will need:
n
A water heater set to 120° F (49° C).
n
A grounded electrical outlet located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of
power cord on back of washer.
n
Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of hot
and cold water fill valves on washer, and water pressure of
20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa).
n
A level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
washer. Installing on carpet or surfaces with foam backing is
not recommended.
n
Floor must support washer’s total weight (with water and load)
of 400 lbs (180 kgs).
IMPORTANT:
Do not install, store, or operate washer where
it will be exposed to weather or in temperatures below 32° F
(0° C). Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage
in low temperatures. See “Washer Care” in Washer Use and Care
Guide for winterizing information.
All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for
closet door ventilation openings which are the minimum required.
For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of
installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances
and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings.
Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open.
Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of washer to reduce
noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top
and bottom air openings in door are required.
Recessed area or closet installation
(stacked washer and dryer):
30
1
/
2
"
(775 mm)
27"
(686 mm)
36"
(914 mm)
50
1
/
4
"
(1276 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
36" min.
(914 mm)
2"
(50 mm)
Custom under counter installation:
Recessed area or closet installation (washer only):
48" min.
(1220 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
24 in.
2
(155 cm
2
)
48 in.
2
(310 cm
2
)
3"
(76 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
5
1
/
4
"
(133 mm)
24 in.
2
(155 cm
2
)
48 in.
2
(310 cm
2
)
3"
(76 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
72"
(1829 mm)
12"
(305 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
24
"
min.
(610 mm)
38" min.
(965 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
Recessed or closet installation (washer on pedestal):