Drain System - Whirlpool Cabrio,- WTW5500X Install Manual

You will need:
A water heater set to 120° F (49° C).
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A grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power
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cord on back of washer.
Hot and cold water faucets located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot
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and cold water fill valves on washer, and water pressure
of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa).
A level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire
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washer. Installing on carpet is not recommended.
Floor must support washer's total weight (with water and load)
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of 315 lbs (143 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 Care" in your Use and Care
Guide for winterizing information.
Proper installation is your responsibility.
14" max.
(356 mm)
5"
(126 mm)
1"
(25 mm)
Recessed area or closet installation
Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for
closet door ventilation openings which are minimum required.
This washer has been tested for installation with spacing of 0"
(0 mm) clearance on the sides. Consider allowing more space
for ease of installation and servicing; spacing for companion
appliances and clearances for walls, doors and floor moldings.
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.
3"
(76 mm)
48 in.
(310 cm
17"
(432 mm)
24 in.
(155 cm
1"
3"
(25 mm)
(76 mm)

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" (990 mm) high; install
no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. If you
must install higher than 96" (2.44 m), you will need a sump
pump system.
Wall standpipe drain system
See requirements for floor standpipe drain system
Floor drain system
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Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number
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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.
(Additional hoses may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must
be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; install no higher than 96"
(2.44 m) from bottom of washer.
IMPORTANT:
of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of
wash tub. Secure drain hose with beaded tie strap.
To avoid siphoning, no more than 4.5" (113 mm)
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