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Pedestal Installation

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Maytag Washer or Dryer Pedestal Installation

Enhance your laundry routine with a washer or dryer pedestal installation by adding storage space and elevating your appliances for easier access. This guide provides the necessary steps to install your Maytag washer or dryer pedestal successfully. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a first-time installer, our instructions ensure your washer and dryer platform is set up correctly. This article covers the essential tools and materials, a detailed step-by-step installation guide, and troubleshooting tips.

Washer and dryer pedestals are platforms or risers installed beneath front-load washers and dryers to elevate them off the floor. This ergonomic design reduces strain when loading, unloading, or transferring laundry.

Refer to the installation instructions that came with your model for specific information.

Empty the Pedestal Drawer.
Remove the Pedestal Drawer as per the Installation Instruction document (Refer to image).

Remove any dispenser or bulk dispenser before laying the unit down to help prevent/minimize spillage.
Tilt the Wash Unit with Pedestal assembly gently on one side and lay it down as shown in the below images.

Check if the Front or Rear Screw used to mount the Pedestal to the Wash Unit Model Base is missing.

Check if Pedestal is fixed to the Wash Unit Model Base with 2 screws #12-3/4 as instructed in the Installation Instruction

Ensure the Pedestal is moved towards the front of the Washer and aligned to the Washer Front.

Make sure a small portion of the other 2 base holes (Pilot Hole) are seen through the slot of Pedestal.

Use a 3/16" drill bit to drill a hole into the Pedestal, only considering the pilot hole as a guide hole for the drill.
Fix 2 screws #12-3/4 into the drilled hole to fix Pedestal to Wash Unit Model Base completely with all 4 screws

Move the Washer Unit with Pedestal assembly to an upright position.
Ensure all 4 screws are tight after keeping the Washer-Pedestal assembly in an upright/standing position.
Install the Pedestal Drawer.