Before Starting Your Dishwasher - Whirlpool DU018DW Use And Care Manual

BEFORE USING YOUR DISHWASHER
Tip Over Hazard
Do not use dishwasher until completely
installed.
Do not push down on open door.
Doing so can result in serious injury or cuts.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Electrically ground dishwasher.
Connect ground wire to green ground nut in
terminal box.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to do so can result in death, fire or
electrical shock.
Install where dishwasher is protected from the
elements. Protect against freezing to avoid
possible rupture of fill valve. Such ruptures are
not covered by the warranty. See "Storage or
Seasonal Use" in the "Caring for Your
Dishwasher" section for winter storage
information.
Install and level dishwasher on a floor that will
hold the weight, and in an area suitable for its
size and use.
See Installation Instructions for complete
information.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a grounded, cord-connected
dishwasher:
The dishwasher 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. The dishwasher 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.
WARNING:
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 whether the dishwasher is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the dishwasher. If it will not fit
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
For a permanently connected dishwasher:
The dishwasher must be connected to a
grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or
a equipment-grounding conductor must be
run with the circuit conductors and connected
to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead
on the dishwasher.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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