Whirlpool WETLV27FW, Installation Instructions Manual

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Drain System
Drain system can be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe,
floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you need.
Floor standpipe drain system
Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Minimum
carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe
must be at least 39" (991 mm) high; install no higher than 96"
(2.4 m) from bottom of washer/dryer. If you must install higher
than 96" (2.4 m), you will need a sump pump system.
Wall standpipe drain system
See requirements for floor standpipe drain system.
Floor drain system
Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number
285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285385), and an
Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be
purchased separately. To order, please see toll-free phone
numbers in your Use and Care Guide. Minimum siphon break:
28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer/dryer. (Additional hoses
may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be
at least 39" (991 mm) above floor on 27" models, or 34" (864 mm)
above floor on 24” models; install no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from
bottom of washer/dryer.
IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 4.5" (114 mm)
of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of
wash tub. Secure drain hose with shipping strap or plastic strap.