Ariston AW122 - Manual (Page 15)

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Electrical Requirements
• A 120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15 or 20-amp, fused electrical
supply is required. Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
• This washer-dryer is equipped with a 6’ power supply
cord having a 3-prong ground plug.
• To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be
plugged into a properly grounded (3) prong electrical
outlet capable of 120 Volt, 60 Hz and grounded in ac-
cordance 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. The
outlet shouldn’t be controlled by a wall switch or pull
cord which can be turned off accidentally.
• 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 plastic plumbing lines, gas lines or
water pipes.
• Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the
washer is properly grounded.
• DO NOT use an extension cord.
• DO NOT have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.
• DO NOT install or store this appliance where it will be
exposed to weather or in an area where gasoline or other
flammables are stored.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Electrical Shock Hazard
(Death, Fire, or Electric Shock)
This appliance must be grounded.
This appliance should be connected to an
Individual Branch Circuit with N.14 AWG Wire
and Protected by 15A fuse
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 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. DO NOT
modify the plug provided with the appliance.
If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper out-
let installed by a qualified electrician.
WARNING: 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.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Plug washer-dryer into a
grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these
instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
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Installation Requirements