Whirlpool WTW7120HW Owners Manual - Page 5

Electrical Requirements WARNING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install washer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 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. 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 ʍʍ 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. ʍʍ This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. ʍʍ 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. ʍʍ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate. ʍʍ Do not ground to a gas pipe. ʍʍ Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. ʍʍ Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of its final location; it must be in a fully upright position. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it and make sure lid is taped shut. 2. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from shipping carton on floor behind washer. Tip washer back and place on cardboard supports. Remove shipping base. Set washer upright. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is necessary for proper operation. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with the sound shield to install it at this time. 5