Whirlpool WFW9640XW Use & Care Guide - Page 8
Connect the Inlet Hoses, Connect the Drain Hose
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2. Once the bolt is loose, move it to the center of the hole and completely pull out the bolt, including the plastic spacer covering the bolt. 8. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn. 3. Once all 4 bolts are removed, discard bolt and spacers. Then pull the power cord through the opening of the rear panel and close the hole with the attached cap. 4. Close the bolt holes with the 4 transport bolt hole plugs. NOTE: If the washer is to be transported at a later date, call your local service center. To avoid suspension and structural damage to your washer, it must be properly set up for relocation by a certified technician. Connect the Inlet Hoses 1. Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 9. Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks. NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hoses for future reference. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. Connect the Drain Hose Remove drain hose from washer drum 1. Use locking pliers, squeeze hose clamp tabs together and insert over the end of drain hose. A B A. Coupling B. Washer 2. Make sure the washer drum is empty. 3. Attach the hose with the red color indicator to the Hot (left) inlet valve. Attaching the red coupling first makes it easier to tighten connection with pliers. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer. 4. Attach the hose with the blue color indicator to the Cold (right) water inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer. H C 2. Slide drain hose onto washer connection. 3. Once drain hose is in place, release pliers. H. Hot water inlet C. Cold water inlet 5. Using pliers, check the tightness of the hose couplings already attached to the washer. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 6. Attach hot water hose to the hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer. 7. Attach cold water hose to the cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer. 4. Washer drain system can be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. 8
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