Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart, Installation And User Manual

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Installation instructions
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Special requirements for alcove or closet installation
The minimum ventilation clearance between the washer and adjacent walls or other surfaces is:
1” (25 mm) minimum either side and front
3” (75 mm) minimum rear
Consideration must be given to providing adequate
clearance for installation and servicing.
The minimum vertical space required from floor
to overhead shelves, cabinets, ceilings etc is
58” (1470 mm).
Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches open
area for a washer only, or if the closet contains both
a washer and dryer, doors must contain at least
120 square inches of open area equally distributed.
Caution!
Do not install this appliance in a closet with a solid door.
Mobile home installation
Installation must conform to the STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOMES, ANSI A119.1 and NATIONAL
MOBILE HOME CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY STANDARDS ACT OF 1974 (PL93-383).
Grounding instructions
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or break down, grounding will
reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord that has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Specification subject to change without notice.
Additional instructions
Cleaning your washer
Due to the water and energy efficient nature of your machine, regular cleaning of the inside of
your washer is necessary and important. Please refer to page 42 for more information.
60 Sq. In
(388 Sq. cm)
60 Sq. In
(388 Sq. cm)
Fig.11 Louvered door Washer & Dryer