Electrical Requirements; Grounding Instructions - Whirlpool WFC7500VW0 User Manual

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
• A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-
amp, fused electrical supply is required. A
time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recom-
mended. It is recommended that a sepa-
rate circuit serving only this appliance be
provided.
• This washer is equipped with a power sup-
ply 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 ordi-
nances. If a mating outlet is not available,
it is the personal responsibility and obli-
gation of the customer to have the prop-
erly grounded outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
• If codes permit and a separate ground wire
is used, it is recommended that a qualified
electrician determine that the ground path
is adequate.
• Do not ground to a gas pipe.
• Check with a qualified electrician if you are
not sure the washer is properly grounded.
• Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground
circuit.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For a grounded, cord-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 resis-
tance for electric current. This washer is
equipped with a cord having an equip-
ment-grounding conductor and a ground-
ing 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 elec-
trician.
For a permanently connected washer:
This washer must be connected to a
grounded metal, permanent wiring sys-
tem, or an equipment-grounding conductor
must be run with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding
terminal or lead on the appliance.
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