Amana NTW4800XQ Installation Instruction - Page 4

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation and to avoid excessive noise from washer. 1. Move washer ■■ A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker on a separate circuit serving only this washer is recommended. ■■ 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. ■■ Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. 36" (914 mm) Move washer to within 3 ft (914 mm) of its final location; it must be in a fully upright position. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it. 2. Locate shipping materials Straight power cord Looped power cord Locate yellow shipping materials on back of washer, near bottom. If it is a straight power cord and cord restraint, follow steps 3 & 4 then continue to step 6; if power cord is looped, skip to step 5. 4