Maytag MVWB855DW Installation Guide - Page 7
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12. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Adjust leveling feet 4.54".5" (114 mm) 4.5" (114 mm) 4.5" (1143 mm) Jam nut Models with metal feet Secure drain hose to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with cable tie. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Check levelness of washer Place level here Place level here Move the washer to its final location. Place a level on top edges of washer. Use side seam as a guide to check levelness of sides. Check levelness of front using lid, as shown. Rock washer back and forth to make sure all four feet make solid contact with floor. If washer is level, skip to step 15, (on models with metal feet) or step 16 (on models with plastic feet). or Models with plastic feet If washer is not level: On models with metal feet, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open-end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to raise the washer. On models with plastic feet, use adjustable pliers to turn the plastic leveling foot counterclockwise to lower the washer or clockwise to raise the washer. On all models, recheck levelness of washer and repeat as needed. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop up front of washer about 4" (102 mm) with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer. 15. Tighten leveling feet Not Level LEVEL Not Level Jam nut On models with metal feet, when washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open-end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop washer with wooden block. 7