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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
Move washer to within 3 ft (914 mm) of its nal location; it must
be in a fully upright position.
NOTE: To avoid oor damage, set washer onto cardboard
before moving it.
Locate yellow shipping materials on back of washer, near
bottom. If it is a straight power cord and cord restraint, follow
steps 3 & 4 then continue to step 6; if power cord is looped,
skip to step 5.
Straight power cord Looped power cord
2. Locate shipping materials
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
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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A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker on a
separate circuit serving only this washer is recommended.
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This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a
3 prong grounding plug.
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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 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 qualied electrician.
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If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is
recommended that a qualied electrician determine that
the ground path is adequate.
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Check with a qualied electrician if you are not sure the
washer is properly grounded.
