Whirlpool 1185020 manual Grounding instructions, Electrical requirements, Electrical Shock Hazard

Electrical requirements 3

WARNING

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.

A 115-volt (103.5 min., 126.5 max.),

60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-ampere fused and properly grounded electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker is recommended. Use a separate circuit to connect only the dehumidifier.

Grounding instructions:

3-prong ground-type outlet

3-prong ground plug

ground prong

power supply cord

For your personal safety, this dehumidifier must be grounded. This dehumidifier is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong ground plug.

To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating

3-prong ground-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.