Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS MHWE201Y, MHWE251Y, MHWE301Y Washer Dimensions: Undercounter installation washer only: 27" (686 mm) 501/4" (1276 mm) Cabinet installation: 2" (50 mm) 7" (178 mm) 36" min. (914 mm) 9" (229 mm) 36" (914 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 4" (102 mm) 301/2" (775 mm) Recessed area or closet installation without pedestal 3" (76 mm) 48" min. (1220 mm) 4" (102 mm) 3" (76 mm) 1" (25 mm) Recessed or closet installation with pedestal 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 38" 24" min. (965 mm) (610 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 24 in.2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 4" (102 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) Recessed or closet installation stacked washer and dryer 12" (305 mm) 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 72" (1829 mm) 51/4" (133 mm) 3" (76 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 24 in.2 (155 cm2) All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for closet door ventilation openings which are the minimum required. For each arrangement, consider allowing more space for ease of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of washer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required. W10408696B 06/2011 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you need. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, only 41/2" (113 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe. Always secure drain hose with beaded tie strap. Floor standpipe drain system 41/2" (113 mm) 30" (762 mm) Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. A 1/4" (6 mm) diameter to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Kit is available (Part Number 3363920). Top of standpipe must be at least 30" (762 mm) high; install no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. If you have an overhead sewer and need to pump higher than 96 inches, a sump pump and associated hardware are needed. See “Alternative Parts”. Laundry tub drain system 41/2" (113 mm) 30" (762 mm) Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at least 30" (762 mm) above floor; install no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. Floor drain system Wall standpipe drain system 30" 28" (762 (710 mm) 41/2" (113 mm) See requirements for floor standpipe drain system. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285835), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be purchased separately. See “Alternative Parts”. Minimum siphon break height: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.) Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.