Electrical Connections - Asko Dishwasher Installation Instructions Manual

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

WARNING!
Before working on wiring for any electrical appliance,
be sure the electrical power has been turned off at the
breaker/fuse box.
WARNING!
Disconnect the electrical power supply and place a tag
at the disconnect switch indicating that you are working
on the circuit.
WARNING!
Electrical and grounding connections must comply with
the applicable portions of the national electrical code and/
or other local electrical codes.
The dishwasher comes with an electrical
cord for 120 volts, 15 amp supplied. This cord
should be plugged into the 120 volt outlet
under the sink.
If the cord is not long enough, or if a hard-wire installation
is needed, follow instructions on page 11.
PERMANENTLY-CONNECTED APPLIANCE
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This unit must be grounded to operate properly. It 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 of the appliance.
Damage to the dishwasher could occur if it is not properly
grounded.
WARNING!
Make sure the water supply line, drain line and branch
circuit wiring do not touch any exposed terminals of
dishwasher wiring.
CORD-CONNECTED APPLIANCE
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a
malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk
of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance
for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grouding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet
that is installed and grouded 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 electrican or service representative if you are
in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do
not modify the plug provided with the appliance, if it will
not fit the outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
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WARNING!
Do not use an extension cord for this appliance.
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NOTE:
Access holes should be 1-1/2˝ (38 mm) in diameter with
no sharp edges.
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