How high should a washing machine outlet box be? Once you’ve selected the right washing machine outlet box for your situation, it should be installed at a height where the flood level rim (or the top of the drainage outlet) is 32” to 34” above the finished floor.
Should the P-trap be lower than drain pipe? It is not ideal to have the p-trap below the the exit drain because water gravity has to force the water out instead of it flowing downwards naturally. They both work and have seen it many times. But essentially anything below already creates its own p-trap- so using another is redundant.
Why is my washer leaking water into the tub? In most cases, the leak will be caused by a loose or punctured drain hose, a fault with the drain pump, or a worn-out tub-to-pump hose. If it is possible to run the washer without causing further damage, removing the access panel and then running the washer will allow you to observe where the leak is coming from.
What is sanitary cycle on LG washer? Sanitary* The SANITARY cycle uses extreme temperature changes–extra hot during the wash, cold during the rinse–to clean the dirtiest clothing items in the house. This wash cycle reduces 99.9% bacteria on laundry through the high temperatures.
How do I clean my LG washing machine?
We recommend running the Tub Clean cycle every 30 cycle, or once per month.
Empty the drum. Remove any clothing from the wash drum.
Add cleaning product. For most effective results, LG recommends using a washing machine tub cleaner according to the package instructions:
Start tub clean.
How do I get my LG washer to spin? For LG front load washers, turn the unit on and without touching the selector dial move to the spin speed selection button. Next, press the button until you see your desired spin speed highlighted. Then press the Start button. The unit will drain any excess water before it spins.
What are the 3 compartments in a Bosch washing machine drawer? Compartment I : Detergent for prewash. Compartment II : Detergent for main wash. Compartment i : Liquid additives such as starch and fabric softener.
What is a coin trap on a washing machine? The coin trap is a plastic tray with holes in it that lets water go to the drain but catches coins and other small items before they can come in contact with the drain impeller. Other models of washers will have a rectangular lower panel that spans the entire width of the front panel below the washer door.
What size is a laundry sink drain? For kitchen sink drains, the most common size pipe is 1-1/2 inches. For laundry sinks or pipes attached to the washing machines, the most common size is 2 inches.
How old is my Kenmore 500 washer? To determine the age of your appliance, use your serial number (not model number) to find date of manufacture. Kenmore serial numbers begin with two letters followed by six numbers. The 2 letters at the beginning of the serial number tell you the month and year it was made.