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ELEC%RIC,
REQU[REMENT$
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.
[] Models beginning with 1C use 120 volt, 60 Hz and models
beginning with 2D, use 120 volt, 50 Hz., both are AC only, 15- or
20-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse
or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a
separate circuit breaker serving only this appliance be provided.
[] This washer is equipped with a power supply 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 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 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 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 permanenUy 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.
4
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install washer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
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 4 ft (1.2 m) of its final location; it must
be in a fully upright position.
NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard
before moving it and make sure lid is taped shut.
f2.
Remove
shipping
base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from
shipping carton on floor behind washer. Tip washer back and
place on cardboard supports. Remove shipping base. Set
washer upright.
IMPORTANT:
Removing shipping base is necessary for proper
operation. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer
to the instructions
included with the sound shield to install it at
this time.

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