Bosch SPE53B52UC Installation Instructions - Page 8

Electrical Preparation WARNING Avoid Electrical Shock Hazard! Do not work on an energized circuit. Doing so could result in serious injury or death. Only qualified electricians should perform electrical work. Do not attempt any work on the dishwasher electric supply circuit until you are certain the circuit is de-energized. 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. DO NOT modify the plug provided with the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. To avoid possible injury or property damage, care should be exercised when the dishwasher is installed or removed to reduce the likelihood of damage to the power cord. Avoid Fire Hazard! Make sure electrical work is properly installed and checked by qualified electricians. Make sure there are no loose electrical connections. Make sure all electrical connections are properly made. Loose and improperly installed electrical connections can result in overheating! To avoid risk of fire, observe the following precautions: Wall Socket Connections: Only use the provided power cord for wall socket connections. DO NOT attach an extension cord or any type of modified cord or adapter with this appliance. DO NOT cut or splice the power cord. DO NOT alter the power cord in any way. Permanent Wire Connections (in addition to the warnings above): Only use the junction box power cord, sold as Accessory kit #SMZPCJB1UC. Carefully review the terminal block installation instructions. DO NOT remove, alter or bypass the terminal block. Dishwasher Electrical Rating Volts Hertz 120 60 Amperes 12 Watts 1,440 (max) 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 electric 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 installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Make sure that the dishwasher is connected to a suitable ground in compliance with all local codes or, in the absence of a local code, with the NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the United States or the CANADIAN ELECTRIC CODE C22.1-latest edition in Canada as well as any provincial/state or municipal or local codes that apply. Note: Installations requiring hard wiring and terminal block - The accessory terminal block/junction box model, SMZPCJB1UC, designed for permanent wire connection, is not included but can be ordered through Customer Service by calling 1-800-944-2904. Follow the instructions included with the kit. Strap Alternate cable routing Figure 5 Electrical Supply The customer has the responsibility of ensuring that the dishwasher electrical installation is in compliance with all national and local electrical codes and ordinances. The dishwasher is designed for an electrical supply of 120V, 60 Hz, AC, connected to a dishwasher-dedicated, properly grounded electrical circuit with a fuse or breaker rated for 15 or 20 amps. 8 • Plug the end of the supply cord into the back of the dishwasher. Be sure it goes through the strap on either the right or left side of the dishwasher. • The outlet for the power supply cord should be located in a cabinet or wall adjacent to the dishwasher cabinet. • Do not plug dishwasher in until all the steps of installation are complete. Note: Only use the included power cord. If cord is missing order kit SMZPC002UC through Customer Service. 8