Unpack and Remove Shipping Materials

Unpack and Remove Shipping Materials

Before you operate the washer, remove all shipping materials so the unit can work properly and to help prevent damage.

What to do first - Remove the carton and all shipping material. - Lift the washer off the foam base. - Inspect the washer for shipping damage as you unpack it.

Important caution about the foam base - Make sure the plastic drum support comes off with the foam base and is not left stuck to the bottom of the washer. - If you must lay the washer down to remove the carton base, protect the side of the washer and lay it carefully on its side only. - Do not lay the washer on its front or back.

Remove the shipping bolts The washer has 4 shipping bolt assemblies that must be fully removed before use.

1. Start with the bottom two shipping bolts. 2. Use the included wrench to fully loosen all 4 shipping bolts by turning them counterclockwise. 3. Remove each bolt assembly by wiggling it slightly while pulling it out.

A bolt assembly includes all of these parts: - metal bolt and washer - rubber damper - plastic rod

Replace the hole caps - Find the hole caps included in the accessory pack or attached to the back of the washer. - Install the caps in the holes left by the bolt assemblies.

Save the shipping bolts - Keep the bolt assemblies for future use. - If the washer needs to be moved again, reinstall the shipping bolts before transporting it. - Do not transport the washer without reinstalling the shipping bolts.

Helpful notes - All 4 bolt assemblies must be completely removed to avoid product damage. - Failure to remove the shipping materials can cause excessive noise and vibration. - The power cord is secured to the back of the washer with a shipping bolt to help prevent operation with the shipping bolts still in place. - If reinstalling the bolt assemblies for shipping, install the 2 short ones at the top, the long one without a hook at the bottom left, and the long one with a hook at the bottom right.

If you are stacking the washer or using a pedestal - The washer can be stacked under a dryer or placed on a pedestal or pedestal washer. - Refer to the instructions packaged with the optional pedestal kit before stacking the appliance on a pedestal. - Do not use a drain pan with a pedestal or pedestal washer installation, because it can block the drawer. - Using a drain pan may also increase vibration and noise during operation.

Why this step matters Removing all shipping materials helps the washer operate properly. Leaving shipping bolts or retainers in place can cause severe vibration and noise and may lead to permanent damage to the washer.

Before moving on Once the washer is unpacked, the shipping bolts are removed, and the hole caps are installed, you can continue with the rest of the installation process.