Thin Twin

WasheriDryer 230 Volt, 50 Hz

In Skrllation sfrucfions

IMPORTANT:
Read and save
these instructions, I

IMPORTANt
Insbller: Leave Installation Instruct- -
with the homeowner, Ions
Homeowner: Keep Installation lnstr
for future reference,
Save Installation Instructions for locc
uctions

electrical inspectors use. 31

Before you start...
Check locatlon where washer/dryer
installed. Proper installation is your
responsibility. The washer/dryer must not be
installed or stored in an area where it will be
exposed to water and/or weather. Make
sure vou have evervthina necessarv for
correct installation. _ - building inspector.
Important: Observe all governing
will be codes and ordinances.
Check code requlrements. Some codes limit
or do not permit the installation of clothes
dryers in garages, closets, mobile homes and
sleeping quarters. Contact your local
Check utllltles: Proper electrical
be available. See *Electrical requirements,
Panel A.
Electric Shock Hazard
It Is the customers responslblllty:
l To contact a quallfled electrlcal
Installer.
l To assure that the electrlcal lnstallatlon
supply must Is adequate and In conformance wlth
all local codes and ordinances.
Failure to follow these lnstructlons could
result In death or serlous InJury.

Hot and cold water faucets Water heater: Set to deliver 140F (60C)
must be within 4 feet water to the washer.
(122 cm) of the back of the
Earthed electrlcal outlet is washer/dryer and provide Laundry tub draln system needs a 20-gallon
required. See Electrical water pressure of 5-100 psi (76 liters) laundry tub. Top of laundry tub
requirements, Panel A. (34.56T.6 kPa). must be at least 28 inches (71 cm) high and
MI I / no higher than 48 inches (122 cm) from floor.
If a longer drain hose is needed, drain hose.
Part No. 388423, and hose connection kit,
Part No. 285442, are available from your
authorized parts distributor.
Standplpe draln system needs a
two-inch (5 cm) diameter
standpipe with a minimum carry- Dryer may be exhausted from rear or left or
away capacity of right side. Exhausting through the side
requires side exhaust kit Part No. 279823. See
Exhaust requirements, Panel B.
must be at lea
T The hot and cold / I Four-Inch (10.2-cm) metal exhaust duct Is
and no higher than
48 inches (122 cm) from water inlets on back
floor. of washer have
3/4-l l-1/2 Americ SEERECESSEDAND CLOSET INSTALLATION
Floor draln system standard threads. INSTRUCTIONSON PANEL E.
requires a siphon break,
Part No. 285320,
available from your
authorized parts
distributor.
Product Damage
Locatlon should be
large enough to fully Do Not store or operate washer/dryer
open dryer door 90. vel tloor: Maximum below 32F (0%) (some water may
See Recessed and slope under washer/dryer, remain In washer). Proper operatlon of
closet installation dryer cycles requires temperatures
instructions and Pro above 45F (7C). See Use & Care Guide
dimensions, Panel E. ust be sturdy enough to tar Wlnterlzlng Intormatlon.
dryer weight with water
and clothes of 375 pounds (170 kilograms). Failure to follow these lnstructlons may
result In damage from freezlng.

Electrical requirements Power supply cord

This appliance is equipped
Personal InJury Hazard with a 15-amp-rated Schuko-
More than one person Is required to Ilft, type power supply co
tilt, or move thls washer/dryer because of Electrlcal Shock Hazard
Its weight and size.
l Electrlcal earth Is required on thls
Failure to tallow these lnstructlons may appliance.
result In personal InJury. l Do Not earth to a gas pipe.
Fire Hazard l Do Not modify the power supply cord
l Do Not use or store gasoline, palnt, plug. It It will not Ilt the outlet, have a
thinners and other flammable materials proper outlet Installed by a qualltled
near washer/dryer. Fumes from such electrlclan.
materials could result In flre or l Do Not reuse an old power supply cord.
exploslon. Possible electrlcal shock or tire hazard
l Never Install washer/dryer up agalnst could occur It old power supply cord Is
draperies or curtains or on carpet. To used.
do so may result In a flre. l Do Not have a ruse In the neutral or
l Keep any and all Items tram falling or earthlng clrcult. A ruse In the neutral or
collecting behlnd the washer/dryer. earthlng clrcult could result In an
Failure to do so may result In a flre. electrlcal shock. Two-wire power supply cord
l Replace all access panels betore l Do Not use an extension cord wlth thls
operating washer/dryer. appliance. Figure 1
Failure to follow these lnstructlons may l Check wlth a quallfled electrlclan as to
result In a flre, exploslon or electrlcal whether the appliance Is properly
shock. earthed.
0
Failure to follow these lnstructlons could
Tools and materials
Iail
result In death or serious InJury.
000
needed for fnstaIIation: 0
It codes permit and a separate earthlng wire
Is used, It Is recommended that a quallfled two-wire
electrlclan determlne that the earthlng path receptacle
Is adequate.
Figure 2
If your electrical requirements are different,
A two-wire, plus earthing wire, single-phase, contact your authorized service center or a
230-volt, %-Hz, AC-only, 15-ampere electrical qualified electrician.
supply is required on a separate circuit. A
time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is Direct wire
recommended.
The dryer can be connected directly to the
fused, disconnect or circuit breaker box with
two-wire or three-wire flexible, armored or
Recommended earthing non-metallic sheathed copper cable (with
earthing wire). Do Not use two-wire with
method bare earthing wire. All current carrying wires
For your personal safety, this appliance must must be insulated.
be earthed. This appliance is equipped with
a Schuko-type power supply cord. To A conduit connector must be installed at the
minimize possible shock hazard, the cord junction box. USE ONLY lo-GAUGE SOLID
l/4 rocket wrench COPPER WIRE. DO NOT USE ALUMINUM WIRE.
or nut driver must be plugged into a mating wall
slio-ioint oliers Allow four feet of slack in the line so the
thbtbpeli to receptacle. See Figures 1 and 2.
1 - l/2 mlnimum dryer can be moved if servicing is ever
necessary.

Panel A
Exhaust reauirements Maxlmum length of the exhaust system Mobile home installation
depends upon the type of duct used,
number of elbows and the type of exhaust
hood. The maximum length for both rigid
and flexible duct is shown in the chart.
Fire Hazard
. Do Not use non-metal, tlexlble duct.
l Do Not use metal duct smaller than
4 Inches (10.2 cm) In diameter.
. Do Not use exhaust hoods wlth

l
magnetic latches.
Check that exhaust system Is not longer (dcm)
d4
(10.2 cm)
2-W
(6.4cm)
d!arneter

than specltled. Exhaust systems longer outslde

than specltled will: 0 ~~ft(i3.1m) 41ft(l2.5m) 36ft(ii.Om) ridd
meti wall
- Accumulate Ilnt. duct
- Shorten the llte ot the product. 1 33ft(iOm) 31ft (9.4m) 26ft(7.9m)
- Reduce performance and result In
longer drylng times and Increased 2 23ft (7.0m) 21ft (6.4m) 16ft(4.9m)
energy usage.
Failure to r0ii0w speclrlcatlons may result In 3 Wft(55m) lSft(5.5 m) Not
recommended
a tlre. rldor
l Do Not exhaust the dryer Into a 0 3Oft(9.1m) 29ft(8.8m) 24ft(73m) flexible
chimney, turnace cold alr duct, attlc or metal Thls appliance Is sultable tar moblle home
crawl space, or any other duct used tar 1 24ft (7.3m) 23ft(7.0m) 18ft(5.5m) * Installations.
ventlng.
Clean the exhaust system every year. Moblle home exhaust requlrements: The
l 2 lSft(4.9 m) 15ft(4.6m) lOft(3.0m) washer/dryer must have an outside exhaust.
Accumulated llnt could be tuel tar a tlre or If the dryer is exhausted through the floor
cause molsture damage. 3 iOft(3,Om) gft(2.1 m) Not and the area under the mobile home is
recommended
l Exhaustlng your dryer Indoors Is Not enclosed, the exhaust system must terminate
recommended. The molsture and llnt The maximum length using a 2 x 6 rectangular
outside the enclosed area. Extension
Indoors may cause: duct with 2 elbows and a 2-l/2 (TYPE C) exhaust beyond the enclosure will prevent lint and
- Lint to gather lnslde and around the hood is 8 ft (2.4 m). moisture buildup under the mobile home.
dryer and be a fuel tar tlre.
- Moisture damage to woodwork, For exhaust configurations other than those
furniture, palnt, wallpaper, carpet, etc. listed in chart the back pressure MUST not
- Housecleanlng problems and possible exceed 0.2 inches water column at the back
health problems. of the washer/dryer.
be checked
The back pressure should
by a qualified technician.
Now start...
Failure to tallow these lnstructlons could
result In tire damage, personal InJury or With washer/dryer in laundry area.
For exhaust systems not covered by the
health problems. exhaust length chart, check with your dealer
or distributor for information.
If uslng an exlstlng exhaust system, clean llnt Service check: The back pressure in any
tram entlre length of exhaust system. Make exhaust system used must not exceed Personal Injury Hazard
sure exhaust hood Is not plugged wlth Ilnt. 0.2 inches of water column measured with an
More than one person Is required to Iltt, tilt
inclined manometer at the point that the
The exhaust system should be Inspected and exhaust duct connects to the dryer.
or move the washer/dryer because ot Its
cleaned yearly. welght and size.
Exhaustlng the dryer ouklde is recommended.
Replace any vlnyl or metalllzed plastic toll Recessed installation that is not exhausted Failure to follow thls InstructIon may result
exhaust duct wlth rlgld metal or tlexlble outside must use Exhaust Deflector Kit Part In personal Injury.
metal duct. No. 694609, available from your authorized
parts distributor. See Recessed and closet Truck only tram the rear to prevent produce
installation instructions, Panel E, for damage.
Use duct tape to seal all unobstructed air opening requirements.
joints. Do Not use screws
to secure duct. It the washer/dryer Is Installed In a confined
area such as a bedroom, bathroom or closet,
It must be exhausted to the outslde and
1 n Put on safety glasses and gloves.
provision must be made for enough air for
ventilation. Check governing codes and
ordinances. Also refer to the Recessed and
exhaust air flow
closet installation instructions on Panel E.
An exhaust hood should cap the exhaust duct
better good to prevent exhausted air
Four-Inch (10.2 cm) rlgld from returning into dryer.
metal pipe is preferred. The outlet of the hood
Plan installation to use must be at least
the fewest number of 12 inches (30.5 cm) from
elbows and turns. the ground or any object
I-I that may be in the path 12 (30.5 cm)
of the exhaust. minimum
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Metal tlexlble duct must be fully extended Four-Inch (10.2~cm) outlet hood Is preferred.
and supported when the dryer is in its final However, a 2-l/2 inch (6.4 cm) outlet hood
position. DO NOT KINK OR CRUSH THE DUCT. may be used with short systems only.
The metal tlexlble duct must be tully A 2- l/2 inch (6.4 cm) outlet hood can result in
extended to allow adequate exhaust alr to longer drying times than other hood types. For
ri0w. permanent Installation, a statlonary exhaust
system Is required.
A W Remove cardboard shipping base.
Allow as much room as possible when using
elbows or making turns. Bend duct gradually Exhaustlng the dryer through the slde of the
to avoid kinking. Remove excess flexible washer/dryer requires the use of Side Exhaust
duct to avoid sagging and kinking that may Kit, Part No. 279823,
result in reduced air flow. available from your
authorized parts distributor.
The exhaust duct can Follow kit Installation
be routed up, down, Instructions for proper
left, right or straight out exhaust installation.
the back of the
washer/dryer. Space
requirements are
provided on Panel E
and on the rear panel
of the washer/dryer. Use
the straightest path
possible to avoid 90
turns. l 4 legs l 2 small water-hose
l I drain hose clamp washers
l 1 plastic beaded l 1 small clamp
strap l 2 faucet adapters
l 4 large, water- * drain hose adapter
hose washers and clamp
(not shown)

3
Check
W Remove parts from plastic package.
that all parts were included.

Panel B
4 1 Insert a rear-
leveling leg into the hole in
-w/
A

the rear corner on the Numbers

bottom of the
washer/dryer. Push leg in
until it snaps into place. Do
the same same thing with
the other leveling leg in
the other rear corner.
h correspond
to steps.

5
check
n Push up one leg:
to see that the
other leg goes down.
Check the other leg the
same way. (If legs do not
adjust, repeat Step 4.)

6 n With one of the front

legs in hand, check the ridges
for a diamond marking. Thats
how far the leg is supposed
to go into the hole. Start to
screw the legs into the holes
in the front corners by hand.

Do Not

9 H Remove the two

rear corner posts located
Remove
rear
corner
posts
at the back of the
washer/dryer. Remove
the two corner pieces
attached to the lower
front of the washer/dryer.

Use slip-joint pliers to finish turning the front

Do Not remove the foam
shipping pieces between
the washer and dryer until
12 n Remove yellow card. Take hoses
out of basket. Place hoses with other parts.
legs until you reach the diamond mark. me washer/dryer is in
place,

Slide washer/dryer onto cardboard or

hardboard before movlng across floor to
prevent damage to floor coverlng.

n Place a piece of
cardboard
hardboard
or
in front of
10 H Move
foam shipping
carton. Now stand the pieces outward just
washer/dryer upright. enough to clear the
Slide washer/dryer onto washer lid. Open
cardboard or me washer lid. The
hardboard. latch under the
dryer will hold lid
open.
H Release washer
lid by pushing up on latch. Close lid.

Use new hoses and washers that came

I
To prevent product with your washer/dryer.
damage, Do Not out of washer.
remove corner
posts inside the
carton before
cutting. \\ 3 shipping straps

11 n Read the yellow

coupling washer

. card. Place hand on top of

agitator when removing the
shipping straps. Firmly jerk,
14 n Insert a large washer into each

8 n With me corner posts in

place, cut the carton down one corner.
then pull the three shlpplng
straps up until each strap
with key is completely
L
%
three
shipping
straps
end of the inlet hoses. Check that washers
are firmly seated in couplings.

Remove carton. removed from washer, Put v with keys

straps in the same area as
other shipping pieces.
/
Inlet valves are
plastic. Do Not
8. A overt1 hten or
crosst it read.

n Attach inlet hose to bottom

inlet valve opening first. Attach second inlet
hose to top inlet valve. Tighten couplings by
hand; then use pliers to make an additional
two-thirds turn. Do Not overtlghten; this could
cause damage to coupling.

Numbers
corresponc
to steps.
Panel
 18.
24.
Numbers
correspond
to steps.
IMPORTANT: THIS PROCEDUREMUST BE
FOLLOWEDTO ASSUREPkOPER INSTALLATION.
clamp
Pk!
(drain dra\in
connector hose
16 n To prevent the drain hose
from coming off or leaking, it must be
installed per the following instructions:
1. Wet the inside end of the drain hose with
tap water. DO NOT USEANY OTHER
LUBRICANT.
2. Squeeze ears of small clamp with pliers to
open clamp and place clamp over end
of drain hose.
3. While holding clamp open, work end of
drain hose onto drain connector.
4. Position clamp over the drain hose area
marked clamp. Release clamp. Clamp
should be1 /4 inch (64 cm) from end of
drain hose.
17 W Standplpe or laundry
tub draln system: Open hose
clamp and slide over hook
end of drain hose to secure the I --
;~
rigid and corrugated
together.
Floor drain system:
sections
R l
Do Not install hook end of drain hose to
corrugated section. Consult your plumber for
proper installation,
It drain hose does not tit into
standplpe, install adapter. Open
other hose clamp with pliers and
place clamp over rigid end of
drain hose.
Insert tapered end of adapter
into rigid end of drain hose up to
stops on the sides of adapter.
Secure with clamp.
Slide washer/dryer onto cardboard or
hardboard before moving across floor to
avoid damaging floor.
18 H It you have room to work Worn
either side ot ihe washer/dryer, move
washer/dryer close to final position so you
can easily complete the installation steps.
II you are worklng In a closet or recessed
area, move the washer/dryer into final
position and remove cardboard/hardboard
from under washer/dryer. Remove the two
foam shipping pieces between the washer
and dryer and place with the other shipping
pieces. Remove the two Phillips-head screws
located at the top of the access panel. (See
illustration for Step 24). Remove access
panel and set access panel and screws
aside. Complete the following steps through
the access area.
Panel D
24.
CHECK THAT DRAIN HOSE IS NOT TWISTED
19 n Put hook end of drain
hose into laundry tub or standpipe. Check for
OR KINKED AND IS SECURELYIN PLACE.
A B
proper length of drain hose.
20
attaching
n Betore
water inlet
hoses, run water through
both faucets into a
l/4 bucket. This will get rid of
(.64 cm)
WICIX. any particles in water lines strap strap
strap
that might clog hoses. Mark which is the hot
water faucet.
larger faucet smaller 23 n Make sure the hook end of
couPling washer adapter washer drain hose is in laundry tub or standpipe. Wrap
the plastic beaded strap around the drain
hose and laundry tub or standpipe. Thread
beaded end of strap through keyhole end. Pull
until strap is tight. Slide strap into narrow end of
keyhole to lock strap in place. See Figures A-B.
If the water inlet faucets and drain standpipe
are recessed, tightly wrap the plastic beaded
strap around the drain hose and faucet body.
(Do Not wrap strap around the faucet handles
or stems.) Thread beaded end of strap through
keyhole end. Pull until strap is tight, Slide strap
into narrow end of keyhole to lock strap in
place. See Figure C.
l For both Inlet hoses: Insert larger washer
into end of coupling; then attach faucet
l
adapter. Insert smaller washer into end of
faucet adapter.
Make sure washers are firmly seated into
Secure the draln hose to
the laundry tub or
standplpe wlth the plastic
couplings.
Attach bottom hose with adapter (inlet
marked H) to hot water faucet. Attach
top hose with adapter (inlet marked C)
beaded strap. Failure to
properly secure draln hose
could result In water
damage.
to cold water faucet.
l Tighten couplings to faucets by hand; then If draln hose cannot be strapped Into place,
use pliers to make final two-thirds turn. hose must be cut exactly to length so hook
l Do Not overtlghten; this could cause end ls held iightty over edge ot laundry tub or
damage to coupler. standplpe. See Figure D.
Move washer/dryer to its permanent If a longer drain hose is needed, drain hose, Part
position. Remove cardboard/hardboard No. 388423 and Hose Connection Kit, Part No.
from under washer/dryer. 285442 are available from your authorized parts
distributor. If drain hose must be shortened, use
Hose Connection Kit, Part No. 285442.
Note: It washer/dryer ls moved to adjust draln
hose, the washer/dryer must be leveled agaln.
Repeat Step 22. Place cardboard under the
washer/dryer and carefully move washer/dryer
22
washer/dryer
n Carefully move the
into final position.
to avold damaglng rloor coverlng.
l Tilt the washer/dryer forward, raising back
legs 1 inch (2.5 cm) off the floor so that the
rear self-leveling legs will adjust. Gently
lower the washer/dryer to the floor.
l Check that the washer/dryer is level by
placing a carpenters level on top of the
washer, first side to side, then front to
back.
24 n If vou did not remove the
access panel in Step 18, remove the two
foam shipping pieces between washer and
- If it is not level, adjust the front legs up or dryer and place with other shipping pieces,
down.
If exhaust duct cannot be connected from
- Tilt the washer/dryer forward, raising back the side of the washer/dryer, exhaust duct
legs 1 inch (2.5 cm) off the floor so that
can be reached from the front through the
the rear self-leveling legs will adjust. access panel. Remove the two Phillips-head
Gently lower the washer/dryer to the
screws located at the top of access panel.
floor. Set access panel and screws aside.
- Check that the washer/dryer is level.
Repeat as needed.
 Closet installation

25 n Determine the length of

exhaust duct that is needed to-connect the
dryer to the exhaust hood. See Exhaust
requirements, Panel B.

- closet

26.
Connz Ghaust
n Remove tape from dryer
door and open dryer door. Remove tape
across the dryer lint screen. Check to be sure
door

duct to washer/dryer lint screen is in its proper position. Wipe out

and then to the drum with a damp cloth to remove any dust. 24 sq. In. (155 sq. cm)
exhaust hood. Start drver and allow it to complete a heat
-IT
l Use the straightest path possible to avoid cycle t6 make sure the dryer is working I
90 turns. properly.
T front view
l Use duct tape to seal all joints in the
Unobstructed air openings are minimum for closet
exhaust system.
l Use caulking
wall opening
compound to seal exterior
around exhaust hood.
36 n Finally, save all literature
keep with washer)dryer.
and
door. Louvered door with equivalent
is acceptable.
air openings

*(r (0 cm)

1
27 n CHECK ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS.BE SUREYOU HAVE CORRECT
48 sq. In.
(310 sq. cm)

ELECTRICALSUPPLYAND RECOMMENDED T Additional

EARTHING METHOD. closet space may
Check the Installation Instructions to see that To get the most efflclent use from door - be needed
for exhaust
you have completed each step. Complete your new Whlrlpool washer/dryer, elbow.
any missed steps before you continue.

( Congratulations!

~~~~
Keep lnstallatlon lnstructlons nearby
1 24 sq. In.
(155 sq. cm)

Closet
f
4

installation
I_ 1" (2.5 I I)
side view
must be exhausted outdoors.

Recessed, non-exhausted installation must use

only the rear exhaust position and Exhaust
Deflector Kit No. 4500 is required.

2U. ~- ~ Check that all parts are now

Irlstalled. See parts list, Panel 8. If there is an
Recessed and closet
installation instructions Product dimensions
extra part, go back through the steps to see (Shown with legs extended 1 Inch (2.5 cm)
which step was skipped. tram bottom of washer/dryer.)
r

Fire Hazard
lY'(30.5 cm lT(30.5 cm)
l It Is recommended that the
washer/dryer be exhausted to the
outslde.
l It washer/dryer Is Installed In a closet,
the dryer MUST be exhausted outslde.
Failure to do so may result In a tire.

TO PREVENTLARGE AMOUNTS OF LINT AND

MOISTUREFROM ACCUMULATING IN THE
w-w- RECESSEDAREA, TO MAINTAIN DRYING
EFFICIENCY, AND TO PREVENTEXPOSURETO
29 H Check that you removed all the
shipping pieces, including the three shipping
POSSIBLEHEALTHHAZARDS, THIS APPLIANCE
SHOULD BE EXHAUSTEDOUTDOORS.
straps with keys. Dispose of all materials in This washer/dryer may be installed in a
proper manner. recessed area or closet.
It you do not remove all three shlpplng The installation spacing is in inches and
straps, your washer/dryer may walk away centimeters and is the minimum allowable.
from Its locatlon. Additional spacing should be considered for
ease of installation, servicing and
compliance with local codes and
ordinances.
If closet door is installed, the minimum
unobstructed air openings in top and (36.2 cm)
recess width
bottom are reauired. Louvered doors with
equivalent air dpenings are acceptable. rear view
Closet installation must be exhausted.
Other installations must use the minimum
dimensions indicated.

Recessed installation

I *
I O;(O cm)
(r (0 cm)

4-R
3 (7.6 cm) j

I
12"
I I dryer I I
n
31
(30.5 cm)

WTum on water faucets and

check for leaks. Tighten couplings if there is
leaking. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.This could
cause damage to faucets.

washer

sure to tighten icrews at each of the

access panel.
I I I

33
earthed
H Plug power
outlet.
supply cord into
front view side view

Mlnlmum lnstallatlon spacing

27-l/(' -

34 n Read the Use and Care Guide

to fully understand your new washer/dryer.
Note: If recessed installation
spacing can be 0 inches (0 cm).
Additional clearance
is exhausted,

for wall, door and floor

all (69.2 cm)

side view

Now start the washer and allow it to molding may be required.

complete the regular cycle.

Panel E
If washer/drver If you need When moving the
does not opkate... assistance... washer/dryer.. .
l Check that the circuit breaker is not Call your dealer or local authorized service l Disconnect the power supply cord. Tape
tripped or the house fuse blown. company. power supply cord securely to
l Check that power supply cord is plugged When you call, you will need the washer/dryer.
into wall receptacle. washer/dryer model number and serial
l Tape the dryer drum to the front panel.
Check that washer lid or dryer door is number. Both numbers can be found on the
l
Tape the lint screen in place. Tape the
closed. model/serial rating plate located behind the
dryer door closed.
l Check that controls are set in a running or dryer door on the dryer door well.
ON position. l Wedge a blanket between the tub ring
and cabinet top to restrict washer tub
l Check that dryer START button has been
firmly pushed. movement.
l Turn front leveling legs all the way in.

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