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STACKED WASHER-DRYER
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE OWNER
IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER CANADIAN MODELS
REMOVE THE DOOR FROM ALL DISCARDED PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUC-
APPLIANCES SUCH AS DRYERS AND TIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING TO
COMBINATION WASHER/DRYERS TO AVOID INSTALL THE DRYER. FOR GAS DRYER
THE DANGER OF A CHILD SUFFOCATING INSTALLATION, REFER TO STANDARD
SHOULD HE/SHE CRAWL INSIDE AND THE CAN/CGA B149 (.1 OR .2) INSTALLATION
DOOR BE SHUT. CODE. ANY QUESTIONS
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Untape and open washer lid. Remove installa- IMPORTANT TO OWNER tion accessory package, fill hoses and close lid. Retain these instructions for future reference. Leave tub block in place until installation is This new Maytag appliance is designed to serve complete. Be sure to remove tub block after you dependably for many years. However, it installation is complete and before use! cannot do so unless provided with sufficient Using the carton corner posts stacked in pairs, electrical power, suita
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PREINSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS Location: The stacked washer/dryer is approved enough to prevent excessive vibration in spin for zero clearance installation on the sides and cycles. A floor which is adequate for the the back (depending on venting used). The loca- standard washer is sufficient for the stacked tion selected must take into consideration the washer/dryer. dimensions of the unit and convenience for cus- The following specifications and drawings show tomer use and access in case servic
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Exhaust the dryer using metal exhausting ALCOVE OR CLOSET material or exhaust kit (see your authorized INSTALLATION Maytag dealer), and locate in an area that When the stacked washer/dryer is to be installed provides adequate make-up air. The exhaust in an alcove area or a closet, clearance should duct may not terminate beneath the mobile home. be provided around the unit for an adequate air supply and for ease of installation and servicing. MAKE-UP AIR An appliance installed in a closet shall h
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LINT. NEVER INSTALL A SCREEN OVER DIRECT EXHAUST EXHAUST OUTLET. NEVER USE PLASTIC OR An exhaust hood positioned to line up with the OTHER COMBUSTIBLE DUCTWORK. AT dryer exhaust pipe can be installed directly LEAST ONCE A YEAR, INSPECT AND CLEAN through an outside wall. This would be the INTERIOR OF DUCTWORK. FREQUENTLY shortest and most direct exhaust method. CHECK AND CLEAN VENT HOOD TO ASSURE To exhaust up, route standard 4 inch diameter PROPER OPERATION. ducting up the recess in the cabinet
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RIGID DUCTWORK ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS LIMITATIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Rigid metal ductwork should not exceed 54 feet WARNING: To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, of straight 4 inch duct. Each 90° elbow and the electrical shock or personal injury, all wiring and exhaust hood should be considered equivalent grounding must be done in accordance with to 8 feet of straight ductwork. local codes, or in the absence of local codes, For example, if an exhaust hood and two 90° with the National
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Do not modify the plug provided with the Electric models are shipped with a ground strap appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have a connected from the neutral (P2) terminal block proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. post to the frame of the dryer. The use of this strap is permitted by the national electrical code. The dryer electrical supply may be connected by means of a new U.L. listed power supply cord kit rated at 240 volts minimum, 30 amperes with three No. 10 copper wi
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4. Connect the other two wires of the cord to the 4-WIRE RECEPTACLE outer terminals of the terminal block. For a 4-wire hook-up, the frame of a 120/240 volt 5. Replace the terminal block cover. machine must NOT be connected to neutral terminals. It MUST be connected to the 4th wire (green) of the power supply or to the metallic 208 VOLT OPERATION covering of a 3-wire supply. A stacked washer/dryer model is available for Four-Wire Receptacle 208 volt operation. If a 4-wire receptacle of NEMA G ty
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36 inch standpipe recommended Additionally, a 1/8 inch N.P.T. (National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for test If standpipe is less than 36 inches (or floor gauge connection, must be installed immediately drain) – drain hose should be routed through the upstream of the gas supply connection to the clip to raise hose to the proper height, use clip dryer. tie to securely hold drain hose in clip. Gas Line Installation accessory kits are available for other types of drain facility conditi
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See DETAILED Installation Instructions for INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND INSTALL DRYER UNIT AND STAND GROUNDING (pages 6-7). The dryer and stand are installed first. With the 3. Make exhaust connections prepared for exhausting, electric connections. power and gas (if gas stacked washer/dryer, see Exhaust connection page 9), the dryer and stand are moved to the is lined up as the location. dryer and stand are moved back into NOTE: When moving the dryer and stand on an position. applia
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DRYER INSTALLATION 3. Remove the crate base wires from ACCESSORIES crate base. Use Vent Kit – standard – 4″ (10.16cm) pliers or screw- kit includes two elbows, three pipes and driver to pry from one vent hood wood. Discard crate base. Vent Hood – 4″ (10.16cm) opening Aluminum Pipe – 4″ x 24″ (10.16cm x 60.96cm) 4. Run washer rear legs all the way up into Aluminum Elbow – 4″ (10.16cm) the rear corner brackets. Lock in place by Aluminum Window Plate – 15″ x 20″ tightening lock nuts up against base
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Attach the inlet hoses to the HOT and COLD faucets. Being sure the hose marked “HOT” is attached to the HOT water faucet. Tighten by hand until snug and then 2/3 of a turn with pliers. Do not overtighten. Attach the 90° ends of the inlet hoses to the HOT and COLD connections on the back of the washer. HOT and COLD connections are To prevent accidental dislodging secure the identified by H & C drain hose to the standpipe, inlet hose or stamped on the laundry tub with the tie strap provided in the
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10. Connect the dryer power cord to 120 volt DRYER INSTALLATION CHECK LIST AC outlet for gas models. 240 volt outlet Dryer is plugged into electrical outlet and for electric models. is properly grounded. Make appropriate external ground Exhaust duct work is hooked up and connection. See DETAILED Installation joints taped. Instructions for Plastic flexible duct is NOT used. ELECTRICAL Use rigid or stiff-walled flexible metal vent REQUIRE- material. MENTS AND Dryer is level wit
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WATER DAMAGE FROM ODD CYCLE OPERATION FLOODING This Maytag stacked washer/dryer is manufac- tured for operation on 60 Hz approved electrical In the event the stacked washer/dryer is service. It is not designed for use on 50 Hz AC exposed to water from flooding, call your local electrical service and conversion of the product Maytag dealer before using. Always unplug the from 60 to 50 cycle operation is not recom- appliance and have a qualified technician mended. For addit
