Whirlpool WTW7340XW Installation Instructions - Page 5

REMOVE SHIPPING BASE AND PACKING RING 1. Remove shipping base and packing ring INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you start: remove shipping materials. It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation and to avoid excessive noise from washer. NOTE: To avoid floor damage during installation, set the washer onto cardboard before moving across the floor. IMPORTANT: ■■ Be sure the foam shipping base has been removed from the bottom of the washer as directed in the "Remove Shipping Base and Packing Ring" section. ■■ If foam shipping base has not been removed, be sure lid is secured with tape before laying washer on its back. ■■ Removing the foam shipping base is necessary for proper operation. Place cardboard supports from shipping carton on floor behind washer for support. Secure the lid with tape. Using two or more people, tip the washer onto its back and place on cardboard supports. Remove foam shipping base. Then, set washer back upright, and remove the tape from the lid so that you can open the lid and remove the foam packing ring from the washer tub. NOTE: Keep foam packing ring in case you need to move the washer in the future. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE IMPORTANT: Proper connection of the drain hose helps to avoid water leakage and damage to your floors. The drain hose is connected to your washer and is stored inside the washer cabinet. 1. Remove drain hose from washer cabinet Gently pull hose out of back of washer cabinet from top until end emerges. IMPORTANT: Do not force excess drain hose back into rear of washer. 5