Washer - Leveling the Legs

For the best wash performance, it is important to adjust all four leveling legs until your washer is level left-to-right and front-to-back. When the washer is properly leveled, it should not rock at all when it is not running.

 

1995 and Newer Washer Models:

• All 4 legs are nylon with a 1" hex head foot pad or nut. The bottom of the nylon feet are rubber. On older Top Load washers, the front legs are adjustable up or down an inch and the rear legs are self-leveling. On newer Top Load and Front Load washers, all 4 leveling legs are adjustable.

• To set the rear self-leveling system on an older Top Load washer, tip the machine forward so that the rear legs are about 4" off the floor. Then, drop the washer to set the rear legs. They will automatically adjust to the level of the floor.

• View a short video about leveling the Top Load washer:

 

 

• View a short video about leveling the Front Load washer:

 

 

1994 and Earlier Washer Models:

• Tip the machine back so the 2 front legs are off the ground.

• Use a 2" x 4" piece of wood under the front to support the legs. Use a 3/8" wrench to tighten both jam nuts securely against the base of the washer. To tighten the jam nut, turn counter-clockwise, to loosen turn clockwise.

• To set the rear self-leveling system, tip the machine forward so that the rear legs are about 4" off the floor. Then, drop the washer to set the rear legs. They will automatically adjust to the level of the floor.

 

The procedure for leveling the Unitized Spacemaker Washer/Dryer models varies. Please refer to the Installation Instructions for the specific model you own for leveling directions.