Samsung WF431AB User Manual

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Installing your washer _9Drain facilityThe recommended height of the standpipe is 18 in/46 cm. The drain hose must be routedthrough the drain hose clip to the standpipe. The standpipe must be large enough to accept theoutside diameter of the drain hose. The drain hose is attached at the factory.FlooringFor best performance, you must install your washer on a solidly constructed floor. Wood floorsmay need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Carpetingand soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibration which can cause your washer to moveslightly during the spin cycle.Never install your washer on a platform or weakly supported structure.Location considerationsDo not install your washer in areas where water may freeze, since your washer will always retainsome water in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. Freezing water can damage the belts,thepump, hoses and other components.Alcove or closet installationMINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS:Sides – 1 in / 25 mmRear – 4 in / 102 mmTop – 17 in / 432 mmCloset Front – 2 in / 51 mmIf the washer and dryer are installed together, the closet front must have at least a 72 in² (465cm²) unobstructed air opening. Your washer alone does not require a specific air opening.A. Recessed areaB. Side view - closet or confined areaUndercounter installation(washer only)01 Installing your washer1 in.(2.5 cm)27 in.(68.6 cm)1 in.(2.5 cm)40 in.(101.6 cm)B2 in.(5 cm)31.9 in.(81.1 cm)4 in.(10.2 cm)17 in.(43.2 cm)A1 in.(2.5 cm)27 in.(68.6 cm)1 in.(2.5 cm)1 in.(2.5 cm)27 in.(68.6 cm)WF431ABP-03016A-03_EN.indd Sec2:9WF431ABP-03016A-03_EN.indd Sec2:9 2011-10-20 3:14:072011-10-20 3:14:07