Electrical Requirements; Installation Instructions - Whirlpool MVWC400XW Technical Education

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS (continued)
EL ECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
■ A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit
breaker serving only this appliance be provided.
■ This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having
a 3 prong grounding plug.
■ To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be
plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet,
grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances.
If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal
responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the
■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
the ground path is adequate.
■ Do not ground to a gas pipe.
■
washer is properly grounded.
■ Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a gr ounded, cor d-connected washer:
This washer must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction
or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical
shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric
current. This washer 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
properly 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 serviceman if you are in
doubt as to whether 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
electrician.
For a permanentl y connected washer:
This washer must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the appliance.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Before you start: remove shipping materials
It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper
operation and to avoid excessive noise from washer.
1.
Move washer
36"
(914 mm)
be in a fully upright position.
NOTE:
before moving it and make sure lid is taped shut.
2.
Remove shipping base
place on cardboard supports. Remove shipping base. Set
washer upright.
IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is necessary for proper
operation. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer
to the instructions included with the sound shield to install it at
this time.
2-4