Jenn-Air M438, M418 manual Grounding Instructions

Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outletthat is properlyinstalledand grounded.

WAR N IN G - Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood,or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properlygrounded.

Useof an extensioncord isnot recommended,but if it is absolutelynecessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3- blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

Where an electrical wall receptacle is encountered which will accept only a two-prong plug, it is the personalresponsibilityand obligationof the owner to contact a qualified electrician and have the outlet replacedwith a properly grounded and polarized receptaclefor a three-prong, grounding plug. Such

receptacle must also meet local electrical codes, if applicable, and/or the National Electrical Code.

Do not under any circumstance cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

Do not usean adapter plugwith this appliance.

IMPORTANT

The above grounding instructions must be followed not only for your

personal protection against shock and fire hazards, but also to insure satisfactory operation of the electronic controls. In addition to proper

grounding, a polarity check of outlet should be made to insure that polarity is not reversed. Improper grounding or reversed polarity can damage the _lectronic control or cause it to operate erratically.