Electrical Requirements; Installation Instructions; Before You Start: Remove Shipping Materials - Whirlpool Cabrio,- WTW5500X Install Manual

eLeCTrICaL reQUIreMeNTs

A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical
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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
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a 3 prong grounding plug.
To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be
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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
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recommended that a qualified electrician determine that
the ground path is adequate.
Do not ground to a gas pipe.
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Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the
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washer is properly grounded.
Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.
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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 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 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.
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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)
Move washer to within 3 ft (914 mm) of its final location, it must
be in a fully upright position.
NOTE:
To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard
before moving it and make sure lid is taped shut.
2.
Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from
shipping carton on floor behind washer. Tip washer back and
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.