Whirlpool LAB0050PQ User Manual

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. 
The parts supplied are in the washer basket.
Tools needed:
Pliers that open to 1
⁹⁄₁₆" (3.95 cm) 
Flashlight (optional)
Adjustable or open end wrenches, 10 mm and 14 mm
Level
Wood block
Utility knife
Measuring tape
T-20 TORX
®†
  screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Parts supplied:   
Alternate Parts
Your installation may require additional parts. For ordering 
information, please refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of 
this manual.  
Options
Pedestal
You may order a pedestal separately for this washer. This 
pedestal will add about 12" (30.48 cm) to the height of your 
washer for a total height of approximately 45" (114.3 cm).  
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your washer 
or refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask 
for Model Number LAB0050PQ.
Stack Kit
Are you planning to stack your washer and dryer? To do so you 
will need to purchase a Stack Kit.
To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your washer 
or refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Ask 
for Part Number 8182452.
A. U-shaped hose form
B. Water inlet hoses (2)
C. Inlet hose flat washers (2)
D. Filter washers (2)
E. Spoke with 4 clear plastic plugs
†®TORX is a registered trademark of Textron Innovations Inc.
A
B
C
D
E
If You Have:
You Will Need to Buy:
Laundry tub or 
standpipe taller 
than 72" (183 cm)
Sump pump system (if not already 
available)
1" (2.5 cm) 
diameter 
standpipe
2" (5 cm) diameter to 1" (2.5 cm) 
diameter standpipe adapter, 
Part Number 3363920
Overhead sewer
Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39" (99 cm) tall 
drain tub or utility sink, sump pump and 
connectors (available from local 
plumbing suppliers)
Lint clogged drain
Drain protector, Part Number 367031
Water faucets 
beyond reach of 
fill hoses
2 longer water fill hoses: 
6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314, 
10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008
Must also order:
British to universal hose adapter, 
Part Number 3357451
Installing new 
water inlet hoses
British to universal hose adapter, 
Part Number 3357451
Optional pedestal