Maytag MHW6630MBK Owners Manual - Page 12

Wall standpipe drain system Electrical Requirements WARNING See requirements in "Floor standpipe drain system." Laundry tub drain system minimum Minimum capacity: 20 gallons (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at least 39" (991 mm) from the floor; install no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. minimum Floor drain system Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit, 2 Connector Kits, and an Extension Drain Hose that may be purchased separately; refer to the Quick Start Guide for online ordering information. Minimum siphon break height: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.) 12 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 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 A, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit breaker serving only this appliance be provided. � This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. � To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, 3-prong, grounding-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. � If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate. � Do not ground to a gas pipe. � Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. � Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded, cord-connected appliance: 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 properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. WARNING: Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding 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. For a permanently connected appliance: This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS