Whirlpool wtw5500x Installation Instruction

Adjustable or open end 

wrench 

9

/

16

" (14 mm) 

 Level

Wood block

Ruler or measuring tape

Pliers that open to 1

9

⁄

16

" 

(39.5 mm)

Flashlight

Bucket

NOTE: All parts supplied for installation are in                           
cardboard insert in the top of the washer.

Beaded Tie Strap

Drain hose with clamp

(Not supplied with washer)

Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please refer to 

toll-free numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide.

Overhead sewer   

Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39" 

 

 

 

(990 mm) tall drain tub or utility 

 

 

 

sink, sump pump and connectors 

 

 

 

(available from local plumbing suppliers)

1” (25mm) standpipe 

2” (51 mm) diameter to 1” (25 mm)  

 

 

 

diameter Standpipe Adapter Kit 

 

 

 

Part Number 280130 

Drain hose too short 

Kit Part Number 280131

Lint clogged drain 

Drain protector, 

 

 

 

Part Number 367031

Select proper location for your washer to improve performance and 

minimize noise and possible “washer walk”. Install your washer in 

a basement, laundry room, closet or recessed area.

Gather required tools and parts before starting installation.

(Not supplied with washer)

To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of 

your Use and Care Guide.

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8212656RP  10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)

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8212641RP   5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) 

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8212646RP   4 ft. (1.2 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack)

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8212545RP   5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Red and Blue EPDM  

 

(2 pack) 

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8212487RP   5 ft. (1.5 m) Nylon braided inlet hose (2 pack)

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8212638RP   6 ft. (1.8 m) Nylon braided inlet hose, space     

 

saving  90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings  

 

(2 pack)

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8212637RP   6 ft. (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space      

 

saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings 

 

(2 pack)   

 Inlet hoses with flat washers