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Level Washer/Dryer
Properly leveling your washer/dryer prevents excessive noise and
vibration.
1. Check the levelness of the washer/dryer by placing a level on
the top edge of the washer, first side to side, then front to
back.
2. If the washer/dryer is not level, prop up the front with a wood
block and adjust the feet up or down as necessary. Remove
wood block and lower washer/dryer. Repeat this step until the
washer/dryer is level.
Make Gas Connection
1. Remove the red cap from the flexible gas connector.
2. Remove the ½" NPT adapter from the flexible gas connector.
(it will be necessary to use two adjustable wrenches).
3. Install the adapter on the ½" rigid gas supply pipe using pipe-
joint compound.
NOTE: For LP gas connections, you must use pipe-joint
compound resistant to the action of LP gas. Do not use
TEFLON
®
tape.
4. Attach the flexible gas connector to the ½" NPT adapter. Do
not use pipe-joint compound for this connection.
There should be a natural loop in the flexible gas connector.
The flexible gas connector must not be twisted, kinked or
attached with any sharp bends.
5. All connections must be wrench tightened.
6. Open the shutoff valve in the supply. The valve is open when
the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.
7. Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive
leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a leak. Correct any
leak found.
Connect Vent
1. Using a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp, connect vent to exhaust outlet in
washer/dryer. If connecting to existing vent, make sure the
vent is clean. The vent must fit over the exhaust outlet and
inside the exhaust hood. Make sure the vent is secured to
exhaust hood with a 4" (10.2 cm) clamp.
2. Move washer/dryer into final position. Do not crush or kink
vent. Make sure washer/dryer is level.
3. (On gas models) Check to be sure there are no kinks in the
flexible gas line.
Complete Installation
1. Check to be sure all parts are now installed. If there is an extra
part, go back through the steps to see which step was
skipped.
2. Check to be sure you have all of your tools.
3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. Keep the plastic
foam for use if the washer/dryer should be transported.
4. Check the washer/dryer’s final location. Be sure the vent is not
crushed or kinked.
5. Check to be sure the washer/dryer is level and front leveling
feet are tight. See “Level Washer/Dryer.”
6. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Turn on power.
7. Check to be sure the water faucets are on.
8. Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
9. Remove the blue protective film on the console and any tape
remaining on the washer/dryer.
10. Read your “Washer/Dryer User Instructions.”
11. Wipe the dryer drum interior thoroughly with a damp cloth to
remove any dust.
12. To test the washer, measure
¹⁄₂
the normal recommended
amount of detergent and pour it into the washer. Close the lid.
Select HEAVY DUTY and pull out the Cycle Control knob.
Allow the washer to complete one whole cycle.
13. To test the dryer, set the dryer on a full heat cycle (not an air
cycle) for 20 minutes and start the dryer.
If the dryer will not start, check the following:
■
Washer/dryer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
■
Start button has been firmly pushed.
■
Electrical supply is connected.
■
House fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not
tripped.
■
Dryer door is closed.
14. When the dryer has been running for 5 minutes, open the
dryer door and feel for heat. If you do not feel heat, turn off the
dryer and check to see whether the gas supply line shutoff
valve is open.
■
If the gas supply line shutoff valve is closed, open it, then
repeat the 5-minute test as outlined above.
■
If the gas supply line shutoff valve is open, contact a
qualified technician.
A. ½" rigid gas supply pipe
B. Use pipe-joint compound
C. ½" NPT adapter
D. Do not use pipe-joint compound
E. Flexible gas connector
B
A
C
D
E
A. Closed valve
B. Open valve
A
B
