Whirlpool WED8700E Steam Dryer Instructions

Whirlpool WED8700E Steam Dryer

Product Information

Specifications

• Parts Supplied: Pliers, Y connector, Rubber washer
• Parts needed (Not supplied with dryer): 5′ (1.5 m) Inlet Hose,2′ (0.6 m) Inlet hose

Product Usage Instructions

Installation Requirements
Before starting the installation, gather the required tools and parts. The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.

Tools Needed

• Pliers

Parts Supplied

• Y connector
• Rubber washer

Parts Needed (Not supplied with dryer)

• 5′ (1.5 m) Inlet HoseYour installation may require additional parts. To order, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or an authorized service company.

Connect Inlet Hoses

1. Turn the cold water faucet off and remove the washer inlet hose.
2. Remove the old rubber washer from the inlet hose and replace it with the new rubber washer provided. Inspect the hoses to ensure that the rubber washers are in place.
3. Attach the 2′ (0.6 m) inlet hose to the cold water faucet. Screw on the coupling by hand until it is seated on the faucet. Note: Do not overtighten as it can result in damage to the coupling.
4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn. Note: Do not overtighten as it can result in damage to the coupling.
5. Attach the Y connector to the end of the small hose. Screw on the coupling by hand until it is seated on the connector.
6. Attach the dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to the Y connector. Attach the washer cold inlet hose to the other side of the Y connector. Screw on the coupling by hand until it is seated on the connector. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Note: Do not overtighten as it can result in damage to the coupling.
7. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Note: Do not overtighten as it can result in damage to the coupling.
8. Attach the other end of the 5′ (1.5 m) inlet hose to the fill valve at the bottom or top of the dryer back panel (depending on the model). Screw on the coupling by hand until it is seated on the fill valve connector.
9. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Note: Do not overtighten as it can result in damage to the coupling.
10. Check that the water faucets are on.
11. Check for leaks around the Y connector, faucet, and hoses.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Where can I order additional parts for my dryer installation?
A: To order additional parts, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or an authorized service company.

Q: What should I do if there are leaks around the Y connector, faucet, and hoses?
A: If there are leaks, check that the couplings are tightened properly. If the leaks persist, contact the dealer or an authorizedservice company for assistance.

Inlet Hose Connection Instructions for Steam Dryers

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.

Your installation may require additional parts. To order,please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or an authorized service company.

CONNECT INLET HOSES

1. Turn cold water faucet off and remove washer inlet hose.

2. Remove old rubber washer from inlet hose and replace with new rubber washer provided. Inspect hoses to be sure rubber washers are in place.

3. Attach 2′ (0.6 m) inlet hose to cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on faucet.

4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.
   NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

5. Attach “Y” connector to the end of small hose. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector.

6. Attach dryer 5 ft (1.5 m) inlet hose ends to the “Y” connector. Attach washer cold inlet hose to other side of “Y” connector. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn.
   NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

7. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn.
   NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

8. Attach other end of 5′ (1.5 m) inlet hose to fill valve at bottom or top of dryer back panel (depending on model). Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on fill valve connector.

9. Using pliers, tighten the couplings an additional two-thirds turn.
   NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

10. Check that the water faucets are on.

11. Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucet, and hoses.

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04/14
Printed in U.S.A.

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