18
Location Requirements
Proper installation is your responsibility.
You will need:
■
A grounded electrical outlet located within 5.4 ft (1.7 m)
of power cord on back of washer.
■
Water faucet located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of water fill valve on
washer, and water pressure of 20–100 psi (137.9–689.6 kPa).
■
A level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
washer. Installing on carpet or surfaces with foam backing is
not recommended.
■
Floor must support washer’s total weight (with water and load)
of 400 lbs (180 kgs).
IMPORTANT:
Do not install, store, or operate washer where it
will be exposed to weather or in temperatures below 32°F (0°C).
Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in
low temperatures. See “Washer Maintenance” for winterizing
information.
1"
(25 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
39" min.
(990 mm)
Custom under counter installation:
Custom cabinet installation:
All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for
closet door ventilation openings which are the minimum required.
For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of
installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances
and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings.
Recessed area or closet installation
(stacked washer and dryer):
41
1
/
2
"
(1054 mm)
24"
(610 mm)
3
/
4
"
(18 mm)
*
†
33
1
/
2
" Min.
(851 mm)
33
3
/
4
" Max.
(857 mm)
24"
(610 mm)
33
1
⁄
4
" Min.
(845 mm)
33
3
⁄
4
" Max.
(857 mm)
* 2.3 cu. ft. models: 42
15
⁄
16
" (1091 mm)
1.9 cu. ft. models: 41
5
⁄
8
" (1057 mm)
†
2.3 cu. ft. models: 25
1
⁄
8
" (638 mm)
1.9 cu. ft. models: 24" (610 mm)
* Recommended spacing. Minimum 0" (0 mm)
33¾" Min.
(857 mm)
24 in.
2
(155 cm
2
)
48 in.
2
(310 cm
2
)
3"
(76 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
65
3
/
4
"
(1670 mm)
0"/1"
(0 mm/25 mm)
0"/1"
(0 mm/25 mm)
0"/1"
(0 mm/25 mm)
0"/1"
(0 mm/25 mm)
68
3
⁄
4
" Min.
(1746 mm)
69
1
⁄
2
" Max.
(1765 mm)
* Recommended spacing. Minimum 0" (0 mm)
1"*
(25 mm)
1"*
(25 mm)
4"*
(102 mm)
IMPORTANT:
When installing under a counter with a dryer, refer
to dryer installation instructions for space requirement.
Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open.
Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of washer to reduce
noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed,
top and bottom air openings in door are required.
1"
(25 mm)
4"
(102 mm)
24 in.
2
min.
(155 cm
2
)
48 in.
2
min.
(310 cm
2
)
3"
(76 mm)
3"
(76 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
7"
(178 mm)
9"
(229 mm)
9"
(229 mm)
*
*
*
1"
(25 mm)
