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FloodSaver® Washing Machine Surround
(for new construction and retrofit)

NOTE: A FloodSaver® Washing Machine Surround consists of two parts: a model WMPP27 Wall Unit and either a WMPB27 Regular Base or a WMPBD27 Drainless Base.

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NOTE: Before you begin, check out the Frequently Asked Questions page (FAQs) for additional information. And be sure to check the size of your washing machine before you begin your installation!

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Part 1: Plumbing
FloodSaver offers some alternatives for plumbing the water supply hookup and the washer outflow.

Plumbing the water supply and washer outflow:

The unit can be plumbed with standard hose bibs and outflow, or with a standard plumber's box, as shown below.

Note for stackable washer/dryer installations: For easier access to the hose bibs, position the hose bibs vertically, one on top of the other, on the far left-hand side of the area outlined.



Hot and cold valves must clear top of washing machine unless sillcocks are used and installed tight against panel! Use a hole saw for cutting holes in the unit! Do Not Use Multi-spur or forstner bits!

Part 2: Installation

Before installation begins — check wall studs and bottom wall plate for proper alignment and wall plumb. The subfloor supports the floor base and washing machine and therefore must be in serviceable condition. All work must follow local building codes.

1. Determine the location of the floor base on the subfloor, then slide it tightly against the wall plate. This will determine the location on the subfloor for the base drain and assure that the wall panel will fit properly on the base.

2. Cut a hole in the subfloor just large enough to allow installation of a shower drain after the base has been attached to the floor. Adjust the flanges in or out to obtain a straight edge, then fasten with a minimum number of fasteners..

3. Position the wall panel on the base and mark the position of the flanges for wall backing and fire blocking. Install backing. Adjust flanges in or out to obtain a straight surface for wall board, then fasten flanges to backing AFTER THE HOLES FOR WATER SUPPLY AND WASTE PIPE HAVE BEEN DRILLED! CAUTION! Plumbing may require that this sequence be modified to satisfy individual installations.

4. Locate hot and cold valves so that they will clear the top of the washing machine unless sillcocks are used and installed tight against the wall panel! CUT HOLES CAREFULLY WITH HOLE SAW! IMPORTANT: Apply silicone sealant at the junction of the waste pipe and drilled hole.

4a. If a PLUMBER'S BOX is used, locate the area to be removed in the wall panel. Cut with a very fine tooth saw or knife. Install wall panel and trim for plumber's box.

5. Underlayment and wallboard must not be forced against the sides of the floor base or wall panel, but can be touching.

6. COVER FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE BUILDING PROCESS AND PROTECT WHEN INSTALLING THE WASHING MACHINE. The rubber pads must be installed on the washing machine feet. This unit is very tough, but will scratch.

7. Extend legs of the machine evenly.

8. Clean with a soft detergent or soap and water. Never use abrasive cleaners.

AMI, Inc. Limited Performance Warranty

What does this warranty cover?
This warranty covers defects in material and workmanship which result in significantly altered appearance or which affect the performance of the unit as a water containment device.

How long does coverage last?
This warranty lasts for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase. Coverage terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer the FLOODSAVER unit.

What will AMI, Inc. do?
AMI, Inc. will, after inspection and verification of claimed defect, supply a replacement without charge for the unit, excluding any costs of removal or installation.

What does this Warranty NOT cover?
This warranty does not cover problems caused by installation of unit or associated plumbing not in keeping with recommendations supplied by AMI, Inc. or requirements of the local plumbing code, unreasonable use, including a badly out of balance washing machine, any unauthorized alteration of the unit such as drilling holes except those required for installation, heating, cutting, trimming or any other modifications or alternations not specifically authorized in writing by AMI, Inc. abuse, misuse, wear, failure to follow directions, improper maintenance, acts of God such as earthquake or other factors not relating to the product's condition at the time of sale. Also consequential and incidental damages are not recoverable under this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts. Thus the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

REPAIR, REFINISHING OR SUPPLY OF A REPLACEMENT UNIT UNDER THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE OWNER. AMI, Inc. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY DAMAGE TO THE BUILDING, ITS CONTENTS OR OCCUPANTS OR FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.

How do you get service?
To make a claim under this warranty, please send to the address below the following information: Name and address of the owner; proof of data of purchase; model number; a description of the defect. After receipt of this information, AMI, Inc. will promptly perform its obligations under this warranty.

FLOODSAVER IS MADE OF FLAME RETARDANT MATERIAL (HUD/FHA FLAME SPREAD 100 OR LESS BY ASTM STIENER TUNNEL TEST E84, AND SMOKE DENSITY 450 OR LESS BY ASTM STIENER TUNNEL TEST E84).