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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. 
Read and follow the safety instructions provided with any tools 
listed here.

Tools needed:.

Parts supplied:

Remove parts package from the washer basket. Check that all 
parts were included.

WARNING: For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
the risk of fire or explosion, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do not try to light any appliance.

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or
the gas supplier.

Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:

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Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by 

the State of Massachusetts.

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If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.

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A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.

8" or 10" adjustable 
wrench (for gas 
connections)

Flat-blade screwdriver

Adjustable wrench that 
opens to 1" (2.5 cm) or 

⁹⁄₁₆

" (14 mm) open-end 

wrench (for adjusting 
dryer feet)

Level

¼" nut driver or socket 
wrench

Wood block (for leveling)

Knife

Vent clamps

Pipe-joint compound 
resistant to L.P. gas

Caulking gun and 
compound (for installing 
new exhaust vent)

Pliers

Ruler or measuring tape

Tin snips (new vent 
installation)

A. Water inlet hoses (2)
B. Inlet hose flat washers (4)

C. Rear leveling legs (2)
D. Front leveling legs (2)

E. Plastic strap
F. Drain hose

G. Yellow, single wire hose clamp
H. Silver, double wire hose clamp

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

Summary of Contents for 8562591

Page 1: ...lled or seriously injured if you don t follow All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages...

Page 2: ... and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier Clear the room building or area of all occupants In the State of Massachusetts the following installation instructions apply Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor plumber or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts If using a ball valve it shal...

Page 3: ...r dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and or weather Do not operate your washer in temperatures at or below 32ºF 0ºC Some water can remain in the washer and can cause damage in low temperatures See Washer Dryer Care in the Washer Dryer User Instructions for winterizing information Do not operate your dryer at temperatures below 45 F 7 C At lower tempe...

Page 4: ...nformation Special provisions must be made in mobile homes to introduce outside air into the dryer The opening such as a nearby window should be at least twice as large as the dryer exhaust opening DrainSystem The washer dryer can be installed using the standpipe drain system floor or wall the laundry tub drain system or the floor drain system Select the drain hose installation method you need See...

Page 5: ...m with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Gas Supply Line IPS pipe is recommended approved tubing is acceptable for lengths under 20 ft 6 1 m if local codes and gas supplier permit Lengths over 20 ft 6 1 m should use larger tubing Must include NPT minimum plugged tapping accessible for test gauge connection immediately upstream of the g...

Page 6: ...hirlpool Parts and Accessories For more information see the Assistance or Service section of your Washer Dryer User Instructions The dryer exhaust must not be connected into any gas vent chimney wall ceiling or a concealed space of a building Do not use an exhaust hood with a magnetic latch Do not install flexible metal vent in enclosed walls ceilings or floors Use clamps to seal all joints Exhaus...

Page 7: ...lid open 2 Pull the foam packing ring out of the washer NOTE Keep the foam ring and use it when transporting your washer dryer This packing material is used to keep the washer tub stable during transport ConnectDrainHose Proper connection of the drain hose protects your floors from damage due to water leakage To prevent the drain hose from coming off or leaking it must be installed according to th...

Page 8: ...s that might clog the inlet valve screens Connect the inlet hoses to the washer 6 Attach the hose with the blue coupling to the cold water top inlet valve Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer Using pliers tighten the couplings with an additional two thirds turn NOTE Do not overtighten Damage to the valves can result 7 Attach the hose with the red coupling to the hot water bot...

Page 9: ...7784 biscuit Follow the instructions in the kit to install Kits are available from the dealer from whom you purchased your washer dryer Alternate installations for close clearances Venting systems come in many varieties Select the type best for your installation Three close clearance installations are shown Refer to the manufacturer s instructions provided with the vent system NOTE The following k...

Page 10: ...ORTANT Do not use vent runs longer than those specified in the Vent Length Chart The following chart helps you determine your maximum vent length based on the number of 90 turns or elbows you will need and the type of vent rigid metal or flexible metal and hood that you will use Vent Length Chart NOTE Side exhaust adds a 90 turn inside the washer dryer To determine maximum exhaust length add one 9...

Page 11: ... gas line CompleteInstallation 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 ...

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