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PREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRING

(FOR THE APPLIANCES SOLD WITHOUT A CORD SET)
This appliance 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.
(FOR THE APPLIANCES SOLD WITH A CORD SET)
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-grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician 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 a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
WARNING: FOR PERSONAL SAFETY:
CAUTION
REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR OPEN CIR-
CUIT BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNING
INSTALLATION.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR
ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
FOLLOW NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES OR
PREVAILING LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60
Hz., and connected to an individual, properly
grounded branch circuit protected by a 15
amperes circuit breaker or fuse.
• Wiring must be 2 insulated wires with ground.
Minimum size No. 14 gauge.
• If the electrical supply provided does not meet
the above requirements, call a licensed electrician
before proceeding.
CABINET PREPARATION & WIRING
ROUTING
• Wiring may enter from either side, the rear, or
from the floor within the shaded area shown in
Figure F.
• Cut hole 1-1/2" max. dia. within the shaded area
to admit the electrical cable or power cord. The
hole must be free of sharp edges. If the cabinet
wall partition is metal, the edge of the hole must
be covered with a rubber cord protector.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO
DISHWASHER
A. Dishwasher Sold Without Power Cord
Electrical connection is on right side of
dishwasher.
• For cable direct connections the cable must be
routed
as shown in Figure F. Cable must extend a
minimum of 24" from the rear wall.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
18"
1-1/2" Dia. Hole (Max.)
Receptacle
Location
5"
18"
Area
6"
6"
Figure F
B. Dishwasher Sold With Power Cord
1. Install 3-prong grounding type receptacle in the
rear wall of sink cabinet next to dishwasher.
Receptacle is installed at least 6", but not more
than 18", from cabinet opening for dishwasher.
Do not install receptacle in cabinet opening
for dishwasher.
2. Edges of wall opening for power cord should be
smooth and well rounded. If the cabinet wall
partition is metal, the edge of the opening must
be covered using a rubber cord protector. For
those models supplied with a power cord, the
protector is in a bag inside the dishwasher.
3. Push power cord plug through hole in cabinet
wall before installing dishwasher in cabinet
opening. Take care when installing or moving
dishwasher to avoid damage to power supply
cord.
Alternate
Receptacle
Location
4"
4"
5"
3"
from
6"
Cabinet
24"
from Wall
Ground
Black
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