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- Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL WASHTOWER Read this installation manual thoroughly before installing the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH WKHC252H*A www.lg.com MFL71983219 Rev.01_120823 Copyright © 2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING STATEMENTS CAUTION STATEMENTS PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features 11 INSTALLATION Before Installing Choosing the Proper Location Unpacking and Removing Shipping Material Connecting Electric Dryers Connecting the Water Inlet Hoses Connecting the Drain Hose Leveling the Appliance Final Installation Check... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages. - Page 4 • Use this appliance only for its intended purpose. • If the product has been submerged in water, sitting in standing water, or waterlogged, do not come in contact with the product and immediately contact an LG Electronics Customer Information Center for instructions before resuming use.
- Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not allow children or pets to play on, in or with the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children or pets. • Keep laundry products out of children’s reach. To prevent injury to persons, observe all warnings on product labels.
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Page 6: Caution Statements
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not use replacement parts that have not been recommended by the manufacturer (e.g.parts made at home using a 3D printer). Maintenance • Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance. All repairs and servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel unless specifically recommended in this owner’s manual. - Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS another cycle may result in personal injury or damage to the washer, clothes, walls, floor, and surrounding objects due to abnormal vibration. • Clean the lint filter before or after each load. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
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Page 8: Product Overview
PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes. Front View Rear View Control Panel 3-Piece Lint Filter Dryer Drum Dryer Door... - Page 9 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Specifications Model WKHC252H*A Please refer to the rating label for detailed Electrical Requirements information. Min. / Max. Water Pressure 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) Dimensions (Width X Height X Depth) 27'' X 74 3/8'' X 32 3/4'' (70 cm X 189 cm X 83 cm) Maximum Depth with Door Open 57 1/2'' (146 cm) Net Weight...
- Page 10 WARNING • For your safety and for extended product life, use only authorized components. The manufacturer is not responsible for product malfunction, property damage or bodily injury caused by the use of separately purchased unauthorized components, parts, or non-LG products.
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Page 11: Installation
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this appliance or transporting it to another location. before installing and using the appliance. Choosing the Proper Location Detailed instructions concerning electrical Unpacking and Removing Shipping Material connections and additional requirements are provided on the following pages. - Page 12 12 INSTALLATION WARNING • To ensure proper airflow, do not block the large opening on the bottom of the appliance with carpeting or other materials. • Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord. Do not use an adapter or extension cord.
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Page 13: Choosing The Proper Location
INSTALLATION Choosing the Proper for wall, door, or floor moldings that may increase the required clearances. Location Check the following requirements for the install location before installing the appliance. • Allow for sufficient space between the walls and the appliance for installation. •... -
Page 14: Unpacking And Removing Shipping Material
14 INSTALLATION Clearances the transfer of vibration from one appliance to another. If there is enough vibration, it could The following clearances are recommended for cause appliances to make noise or come into the appliance. contact, causing paint damage and further increasing noise. -
Page 15: Connecting Electric Dryers
INSTALLATION • Remove the bolt assemblies (bolts and Electrical Requirements for Electric retainers) by wiggling them slightly while Models Only pulling them out. • The power cord is secured to the back of the WARNING washer with a shipping bolt to help prevent •... - Page 16 16 INSTALLATION Attach the two hot leads (black and red) of the WARNING power cord to the outer terminal block • This dryer is supplied with the neutral wire screws. grounded. This white ground wire MUST BE MOVED to the neutral terminal when a 4-wire cord is to be used, or where grounding through Attach the neutral (white) wire to the center the neutral conductor is prohibited.
- Page 17 INSTALLATION insulation from each wire. Bend the ends of Tighten all screws securely. the three shorter wires into a hook shape. 1’’ (2.5 cm) Reinstall the terminal block access cover. 5’’ (12.7 cm) Ground Wire Remove the terminal block access cover on the upper back of the appliance.
- Page 18 18 INSTALLATION Three-Wire Direct Wire • A 3-wire connection is NOT permitted on new construction after January 1, 1996. • A UL-listed strain relief is required. • Use UL-listed 3-wire, #10 AWG minimum copper conductor cable. Allow at least 5 ft. (1.5 Terminal Block m) length to allow for removal and installation UL-Listed Strain Relief...
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Page 19: Connecting The Water Inlet Hoses
• Do not reuse old hoses. Use only new hoses when installing the appliance. Old hoses could leak or burst causing flooding and property damage. Contact an LG Customer Information Center for assistance in buying hoses. NOTE • Periodically check the hoses for cracks, leaks,... -
Page 20: Connecting The Drain Hose
20 INSTALLATION • The end of the drain hose should be located a Flush out the inlet hoses. minimum of 24" (61 cm) and a maximum of 96" • After the hoses are connected, turn on the (244 cm) above the bottom of the washer. For water faucets and flush out any foreign best results, locate the end of the drain hose no substances such as dirt, sand, or sawdust. - Page 21 INSTALLATION Connect the drain hoses from the washer and dryer to the drain hose connector. Tighten the band clamp to keep the washer hose in place. Screw in the band to secure the drain hose of the dryer onto the stacking bracket. Use the band clamp on the short drain hose (included) to attach it to the bottom...
- Page 22 22 INSTALLATION Using a Standpipe to Drain NOTE • The end of the drain hose should be located a minimum of 24" (61 cm) and a maximum of 96" (244 cm) above the bottom of the washer. For best results, locate the end of the drain hose no higher than 66"...
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Page 23: Leveling The Appliance
INSTALLATION inch, and all 4 leveling feet must rest firmly on the floor. Leveling the Appliance The drum of the washer spins at very high speeds. 1" To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement, the floor must be a solid, level surface. Adjust the leveling feet. -
Page 24: Final Installation Check
24 INSTALLATION Using Non-Skid Pads Failure to do so may result in death, fire, electric shock, or malfunction. If you install the appliance on a slippery surface, it • Do not modify the power cord and plug provided may move because of excessive vibration. with the appliance. - Page 25 INSTALLATION Select the Start/Pause button to start the Press the Start/Pause button. wash cycle. • The appliance will start the test, which will last a few minutes. Make sure that water is supplied, that the washer does not rock or vibrate excessively, Check the display for results.
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Page 26: Appendix
26 APPENDIX APPENDIX Disassembly Pull the control panel forward to remove it. Disassembling the Washer and Dryer The washer and dryer cannot be disassembled and installed for use side by side. If it is necessary to disassemble the appliance in order to move or reinstall it, follow these instructions. - Page 27 APPENDIX WARNING • Protect your hands and arms from sharp edges of the panel frame exposed on the top of the washer. • To avoid strain injuries, use 2 or more people to lift the dryer. NOTE • When assembling the appliance, proceed in reverse order.
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