Safety - Whirlpool WUW35X15DS Service Manual

DIAGNOSTICS (Cont.)
DANGER
Electrical Shock Hazard
Only authorized technicians should perform
diagnostic voltage measurements.
After performing voltage measurements,
disconnect power before servicing.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death or electrical shock.
When performing live voltage measurements, you must do the following:
Verify the controls are in the off position so that the appliance does not start when energized.
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Allow enough space to perform the voltage measurements without obstructions.
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Keep other people a safe distance away from the appliance to prevent potential injury.
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Always use the proper testing equipment.
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After voltage measurements, always disconnect power before servicing.
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IMPORTANT
ESD problems are present everywhere. ESD may damage or weaken the electronic control assembly. The new control
assembly may appear to work well after repair is finished, but failure may occur at a later date due to ESD stress.
I Use an antistatic wrist strap. Connect wrist strap to green ground connection point or unpainted metal in the
appliance
Touch your finger repeatedly to a green ground connection point or unpainted metal in the appliance.
I Before removing the part from its package, touch the antistatic bag to a green ground connection point or
unpainted metal in the appliance.
I Avoid touching electronic parts or terminal contacts; handle electronic control assembly by edges only.
I When repackaging failed electronic control assembly in antistatic bag, observe above instructions.
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2-2 Wine Center
For Service Technician Use Only
Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used.
Do not use mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator.
Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
Voltage Measurement Safety Information
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Sensitive Electronics
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Safety

Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
-OR-
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard