Installation Instructions

CAUTION: Before plugging in washer, read the following electrical requirements.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

CAUTION: For personal safety, do not use an extension cord or adapter plug with this appliance.

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third grounding prong from the power cord. Follow National Electrical Codes or prevailing local codes and ordinances.

This appliance must be supplied with the voltage and frequency indicated on the rating plate (located on the back of the washer) and connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a

15- or 20-amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.

If the electric supply provided does not meet the above requirements, call a licensed electrician.

LEVELING THE WASHER— STATIONARY MODELS

Before connecting the hoses, the washer must be level. Leveling locks are located at the bottom front of the left and right sides of the washer.

1MAKE SURE THE WASHER IS IN ITS FINAL LOCATION

2PULL OUT THE LEVELING LOCKS

This releases the spring loaded leveling feet . The washer will automatically level itself.

Insure proper ground exists before use

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electrical current .

This appliance 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.

DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Do not modify plug with this appliance; if it will not fit the outlet installed, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

3PUSH THE LEVELING LOCKS BACK IN

Do not kick or step on the leveling locks.

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