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ELECTRICAL SAFETY
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
■ To prevent hazard of electrical shock, | ■ We recommend that a separate circuit | |
this compactor must be properly installed | serving only this appliance be provided. | |
and grounded in accordance with the | ■ Do not, under any circumstances, cut or | |
Installation Instructions before it is used. | ||
remove the third grounding prong from the | ||
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■ Do not operate with a damaged cord set, | power cord. | |
plug, motor, or after damage in any manner. | ■ This appliance must be grounded. In | |
Have the appliance examined, repaired, or | the event of a malfunction or breakdown, | |
adjusted by an authorized service | ||
grounding will reduce the risk of electric | ||
technician. | ||
shock by providing a path of least resistance | ||
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■ Do not take apart this appliance. Incorrect | for electric current. | |
reassembly can cause electric shock when | ■ This appliance is equipped with a cord | |
subsequently used. | ||
having an equipment grounding conductor | ||
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■ Unplug the compactor before making any | and a grounding plug. The plug must be | |
repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that | plugged into an appropriate outlet that | |
any servicing be performed by a qualified | is properly installed and grounded in | |
person. | accordance with local codes and ordinances. | |
■ Do not use an adapter plug or an extension | WARNING: Improper connection of the | |
cord with this appliance. | equipment grounding conductor can result in | |
■ Follow National Electric Codes or prevailing | a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified | |
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether | ||
local codes and ordinances. This appliance | ||
the appliance is properly grounded. | ||
must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz and | ||
■ Do not modify the plug with this appliance. | ||
connected to an individual, properly | ||
grounded branch circuit protected by a 15 | If it will not fit the outlet installed, have a | |
or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse. | proper outlet installed by a qualified | |
■ If the electric supply provided does not | electrician. | |
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meet the above requirements, call a licensed |
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electrician. |
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PROPER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
This compactor must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by visiting ge.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) in the United States. In Canada, visit www.geappliances.ca or call 1.800.361.3400.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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