GE WBVH5300 - Manual (Page 19)

InStaLLIng tHE WaSHEr
1. Run some water from the hot and cold faucets to flush
the water lines and remove particles that might clog up
the water valve screens.
2. Remove the inlet hoses from the plastic bag.
3. (90° elbow end) Carefully
connect the inlet hose
marked HOT to the outside
“H” outlet of the water valve.
Tighten by hand, then tighten
another 2/3 turn with pliers.
Carefully connect the other
inlet hose to the inside “C”
outlet of the water valve.
Tighten by hand; then tighten
another 2/3 turn with pliers. Do not crossthread
or over-tighten these connections.
4. Connect the inlet hose ends to the HOT and COLD water
faucets tightly by hand, then tighten another 2/3 turn
with pliers. Turn the water on and check for leaks.
5. Carefully move the washer to its final location. Gently
rock the washer into position. It is important not to
damage the rubber leveling legs when moving your
washer
to its final location. Damaged legs can increase washer
vibration. It may be helpful to spray window cleaner on
the floor to help move your washer into its final position.
nOtE: To reduce vibration, ensure that all four rubber
leveling legs are firmly touching the floor. Push and
pull on the back right and then back left of your washer.
nOtE: Do not use the dispenser drawer or door to lift
the washer.
nOtE: If you are installing into a drain pan, you can use
a 24-inch long 2x4 to lever the washer into place.
6. With the washer in its
final position, place a
level
on top of the washer
(if the washer is installed
under a counter,
the washer should not
be able to rock). Adjust
the front leveling legs
up or down to ensure the washer is resting solid. Turn
the lock nuts on each leg up towards
the base of the washer and snug with a wrench.
nOtE: Keep the leg extension at a minimum to prevent
excessive vibration. The farther out the legs are extended,
the more the washer will vibrate.
If the floor is not level or is damaged, you may have
to extend the rear leveling legs.
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Installation Instructions