Electrical Requirements; Grounding Instructions - Whirlpool Cabrio WTW6200S 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 electrcal shock by
providing a path of least resistance for elec-
tric current. This washer is equipped with a
cord having an equipment-grounding con-
ductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in accor-
dance 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 quali-
fied 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 electri-
cian.
For a permanently connected washer:
This washer must be connected to a ground-
ed metal, permanent wiring system, or an
equipment-grounding conductor must be
run with the circuit conductors and connect-
ed to the equipment-grounding terminal or
lead on the appliance.
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