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Installation instructions
Electrical connection
9
WARNING
Electrical shock hazard!
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if
you are in doubt as to whether the appliance has
been properly grounded.
9
WARNING
Electrical shock hazard!
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, DO
NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to
connect the washing machine to the power supply.
9
WARNING
Electrical shock hazard!
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:
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Only pull out the power cord by the plug end
and never by the cable, as this could damage it.
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Never touch or hold the plug end or power cord
with wet hands.
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Never unplug the plug end or power cord during
operation.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
9
WARNING
Electrical shock hazard!
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce
the risk of electric shock by providing a path of
least resistance for the electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord that has an
equipment grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If
the plug will not fit into the outlet have a properly
grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do
not cut, remove or bypass the grounding prong on the
washer power cord plug.
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The washer power cord plug must be easily
accessible when the washer is operating.
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When unplugging or plugging in the washer power
cord, grasp the plug end. Do not pull on the cable to
unplug the washer.
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The household electrical supply must be suitable for
the voltage specification shown on the washer rating
plate (located inside the washer door, immediately
below the drum opening).
See the table below for connection specifications and
fuse/breaker requirements.
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The wiring for the electrical outlet circuit must be
sufficient to meet the appliance requirements. Use of
a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) is
recommended.
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Protect the power cord from physical damage, such as
being twisted, kinked, pinched, caught in a door, or
walked upon.
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If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a
qualified technician to avoid a fire/shock hazard.
Replacement power cords can be purchased through
Customer Service.
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The washing machine must only be connected to an
individual branch circuit via a receptacle which has
been properly installed and grounded.
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Make sure that:
- the power plug fits into the receptacle
- the wire size is sufficient
- the grounding system is properly installed
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The power cord may be replaced by an electrician
only. Replacement power cords can be purchased
from Customer Service. To reduce the risk of fire or
electrical shock, DO NOT use an extension cord or an
adapter to connect the washing machine to the power
supply. If a ground fault circuit breaker is to be used,
only use the types marked with the following symbol:
z
. Only this symbol can assure compliance with all
current regulations.
Volts
Hertz
Ampers
Watts
240
60
10.5
2,300 max.
