Installation requirements – FRIGIDAIRE Affinity Washer FAHE1011MW User Manual

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

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NOTE

For installations requiring a longer drain hose, have a

qualifi ed technician install a longer drain hose (according

to your model number) available from an authorized parts

distributor. For drain systems in the fl oor, install a syphon

break kit available from your local hardware store.

Installation in a Recess or Closet

If washer and dryer are installed in the same closet,

door ventilation is required: A minimum of 120 square

inches (774.2 cm²) of opening, equally divided at the top

and bottom of the door, is required. Louvered openings

should be located 3 inches (7.6 cm) from bottom and

top of door. Air openings are required to be unobstructed

when a door is installed. A louvered door with equivalent

air openings for the full length of the door is acceptable.

60 sq. in.

(387.1cm²)

3”

(7.6cm)

60 sq. in.

(387.1cm²)

3”

(7.6cm)

closet door

Drain system requirements

1 Drain capable of eliminating 17 gals (64.3 L) per

minute.

2 A standpipe diameter of 1-1/4 in. (3.18 cm)

minimum.

3 The standpipe height above the fl oor should be:

Minimum height: 33 in. (84 cm)

Maximum height: 96 in. (244 cm)

96”

(244cm)

max.

33”

(84cm)

min.

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