Electrical Requirements
WARNINGEARTHING INSTRUCTIONS
For an earthed, cord-connected washer:
This washer must be earthed. In the event of a malfunction
or breakdown, earthing will reduce the risk of electrical
shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric
current. This washer is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-earthing conductor and an earthing plug. The
Electrical Shock Hazardplug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and earthed in accordance with all local
Electrically earth this appliance.codes and ordinances.
Do not use an extension cord or an electrical portable
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-
outlet device.earthing conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in
fire, or electrical shock.doubt as to whether the appliance is properly earthed.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it will
 A 230-240 volt, 50 Hz., AC only, 8 -10-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit electrician.
serving only this appliance be provided.
For a permanently connected washer:
 This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having an earthing plug.This washer must be connected to an earthed metal,
 To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, earthing-permanent wiring system, or an equipment earthing
type outlet, earthed in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and
not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the connected to the equipment-earthing terminal or lead on the
properly earthed outlet installed by a qualified electrician.appliance.
 If codes permit and a separate earth wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified
electrician determine that the earth path is adequate.
 Do not earth to a gas pipe.
 Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly earthed.
 Do not have a fuse in the neutral or earth circuit.
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