Installation Preparation
PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING
Grounding Instructions–Power Cord Models
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction
or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock
by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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Insure proper ground
exists before use
Ground
Ensure proper ground
exists before use
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY: Do not use
an extension cord or adapter plug with
this appliance.
WARNING
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third
grounding prong from the power cord.
WARNING
The improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with
a qualified electrician or service representative if you are
in doubt that the appliance is properly grounded. Do not
modify the plug provided with the appliance, if it will not
fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
technician.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Be sure that the electrical connection and wire size are
adequate and in conformance with the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 – latest edition, and all local codes
and ordinances.
This appliance must have:
• 120V, 60Hz, AC-only, 15-ampere or 20-ampere, fused
electrical supply.
• Wiring must be 2 wire with ground and rated for 75°C (167°F).
• If the electrical supply does not meet the above
requirements, call a licensed electrician before proceeding.
It is recommended to have:
• A circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
• A properly grounded individual branch circuit.
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Your dishwasher circuit should not
be used for any other appliance
while the dishwasher is in operation
since the dishwasher requires a full
capacity of the circuit.
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If the wall receptacle you plug the
dishwasher’s power cord into is
controlled by a switch, turn on the switch.