Electrical Requirements; Grounding Instructions - Kenmore 49699 Use & Care Manual

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 amp, fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit
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
properly 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.
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Electrical Requirements

■ 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.
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 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:
equipmentgrounding 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 permanently 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.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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