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Whirlpool 4.7 4.8 Cu. Ft. White Top Load Washer (WTW5057LW) installation instructions
- Type
- Installation instructions
- Languages
- English, French
- Pages
- 21
- Category
- Washing machines
- Models
- WTW5057LW
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Contents
- WASHER SAFETYp. 2
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…
- CHOOSING THE RIGHT DETERGENTp. 3
Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a non-HE detergent.…
- WASHER MAINTENANCE AND CAREp. 3
Water Inlet Hoses Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks…
- Water Inlet Hosesp. 3
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or…
- Washer Carep. 3
Recommendations to help keep your washer clean and performing at its best 1. Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the HE detergent…
- Nonuse and Vacation Carep. 4
Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps: 1. Unplug or disconnect power to…
- Winter Storage Carep. 4
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or…
- Transporting Your Washerp. 4
1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow “Winter Storage Care”…
- Reinstalling/Using Washer Againp. 4
WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure…
- INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSp. 5
- REQUIREMENTSp. 5
Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools Needed: Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Level Wood block Ruler…
- Tools and Partsp. 5
Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools Needed: Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring…
- Location Requirementsp. 5
Select proper location for your washer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible “washer walk.” Install your washer in a basement, laundry room…
- Drain Systemp. 6
can be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select the method you need. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than…
- Electrical Requirementsp. 6
- INSTALLATIONp. 7
Unpacking WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install or uninstall appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or other…
- Unpackingp. 7
WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install or uninstall appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Before…
- Connect Drain Hosep. 8
5. Attach drain hose to drain port If applicable, remove the red plastic plug from the black drain port on the back of the washer. If clamp is not already in…
- Connect Inlet Hosesp. 8
Washer must be connected to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). Do not use old hoses. NOTE: Both hoses must be attached and…
- Level Washerp. 9
NOTE: Level washer properly to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Check levelness of washer Move the washer to its final location. Place a level on top…
- Complete Installation Checklistp. 10
q Check electrical requirements. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check that all parts are now installed. If…
- SECURITE DE LA LAVEUSEp. 11
SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE Votre sécurité et celle des autres est très importante. Nous donnons de nombreux messages de sécurité importants dans ce manuel et sur…
- CHOIX DU DETERGENT APPROPRIEp. 12
CHOIX DU DÉTERGENT APPROPRIÉ Utiliser uniquement des détergents haute efficacité. L’emballage portera la mention « HE » ou « High Efficiency » (haute…
- ENTRETIEN ET REPARATION DE LA LAVEUSEp. 12
- Tuyaux d’arrivée d’eaup. 12
Remplacer les tuyaux d’arrivée d’eau après 5 ans d’utilisation pour réduire le risque de défaillance intempestive. Inspecter périodiquement les tuyaux; les…
- Entretien de la laveusep. 12
Recommandations pour une laveuse propre et pour un niveau de performance optimal 1. Utiliser toujours un détergent HE (haute efficacité) et employer la…
- Non utilisation et entretien avant les vacancesp. 13
Faire fonctionner la laveuse seulement lorsqu’on est présent. Lors d’un déménagement ou lorsque la laveuse n’est pas utilisée pendant longtemps, suivre les…
- Entretien pour entreposage hivernalp. 13
IMPORTANT: Pour éviter tout dommage, installer et remiser la laveuse à l'abri du gel. L'eau qui peut rester dans les tuyaux risque d’abîmer la laveuse en temps…
- Transport de la laveusep. 14
1. Fermer les deux robinets d’eau. Débrancher et vidanger les tuyaux d’arrivée d’eau. 2. Pour déplacer la laveuse pendant une période de gel, suivre les…
- Réinstallation/réutilisation de la laveusep. 14
AVERTISSEMENT Risque de choc électrique Brancher l’appareil sur une prise à 3 alvéoles reliée à la terre. Ne pas enlever la prise de liaison à la terre. Ne pas…