Safety; General Hazards; Electrical Shock / Fire Hazards; Plumbing / Scalding Hazards - Bosch SHE4AM12U Repair Instructions

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SAFETY

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General hazards

Don't use the dishwasher until it is completely installed. When
opening the door on an uninstalled dishwasher, carefully open
the door while supporting the rear of the unit. Failure to follow this
warning can cause the dishwasher to tip over and result in
serious injury.
In some conditions, hydrogen gas can form in a hot water system
that has not been used for weeks. Hydrogen gas is explosive.
Before filling a dishwasher from a system that has been off for
weeks, run the water from a nearby faucet in a well ventilated
area until there is no sound or evidence of gas.
Temperatures required for soldering and sweating will damage
the dishwasher's base and water inlet valve. If plumbing lines are
to be soldered or sweated, keep the heat source at least 6 inches
(152.4 mm) away from the dishwasher's base and water inlet
valve.
Removing any cover or pulling the dishwasher from the cabinet
can expose hot water connections, electrical power and sharp
edges or points. Handle with care. Always wear gloves and safety
glasses.
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Electrical shock / fire hazards

Don't allow electrical and water supply lines to touch. Don't work
on an energized circuit. Doing so could result in serious injury or
death. Only qualified electricians should perform electrical work.
Don't attempt any work on the dishwasher electric supply circuit
until you are certain the circuit is de-energized.
Make sure electrical work is properly installed. There should be
no loose electrical connections. Ensure all electrical connections
are properly made.
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The customer has the responsibility of ensuring that the
dishwasher electrical installation is in compliance with all national
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and local electrical codes and ordinances. The dishwasher is
designed for an electrical supply of 120VAC, 60 Hz, connected to
a dishwasher-dedicated, properly grounded electrical circuit with
a fuse or breaker rated for 15 amps. Electrical supply conductors
shall be a minimum #14 AWG copper only wire rated at 75°C
(167°F) or higher.
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. Don't use
extension cords.
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Don't perform any work on a charged hot water line. Serious
injury could result. Only qualified plumbers should perform
plumbing work. Don't attempt any work on the dishwasher hot
water supply plumbing until you are certain the hot water supply
is shut off.
Don't over tighten the 90° elbow. Doing so may damage the
water inlet valve and cause a water leak. Temperatures required
for soldering and sweating will damage the dishwasher's water
inlet valve. If plumbing lines are to be soldered or sweated, keep
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the heat source at least 6 inches (152.4 mm) away from the
dishwasher's water inlet valve.
Check local plumbing codes for approved plumbing procedures
and accessories. All plumbing should be done in accordance with
national and local codes.
These instructions depict an installation method for stainless steel
braided hose or PEX hot water supply lines. If using copper
tubing or other material for water supply, defer to a licensed
plumber for proper installation.

Plumbing / scalding hazards

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