Installation Requirements

Electrical Requirements

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical Shock Hazard

(Death, Fire, or Electric Shock)

This appliance must be grounded.

This appliance should be connected to an Individual Branch Circuit with N.14 AWG Wire and Protected by 15A fuse

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 conductor and 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. DO NOT modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper out- let installed by a qualified electrician.

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.

!WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Plug washer-dryer into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

A 120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15 or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is required. Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.

This washer-dryer is equipped with a 6’ power supply cord having a 3-prong ground plug.

To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a properly grounded (3) prong electrical outlet capable of 120 Volt, 60 Hz and grounded in ac- cordance 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. The outlet shouldn’t be controlled by a wall switch or pull cord which can be turned off accidentally.

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 plastic plumbing lines, gas lines or water pipes.

Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded.

DO NOT use an extension cord.

DO NOT have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.

DO NOT install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to weather or in an area where gasoline or other flammables are stored.

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Ariston AW122 important safety instructions Electrical Requirements, Electrical Shock Hazard Death, Fire, or Electric Shock