Important Safety Information - Danby DDW18D1EW Manual De Instalación

Important Safety Information

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In addition to these instructions, the dishwasher shall
be installed:
• In accordance with all local codes or, in absence
of local codes,
• In the United Stated, with the National Electric
Code,
• In Canada, with the Canadian Electric Code
C22.1 - latest edition, Provincial and Municipal
codes and/or local codes.
Read these installation instructions completely before
installing and follow them carefully. Save these
installation instructions and pass them on to any
future user.
When installing the dishwasher, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
• The dishwasher could only be converted from
cord connected to permanently connected by
an authorized service representative. If needed
contact your dealer to schedule an authorized
service agent for conversion with an appropriate
conversion kit.
• Installation and repair should be performed by a
qualifi ed installer. Work by unqualifi ed persons
could be dangerous and may void the warranty.
• The dishwasher should be installed by an
insured licensed plumber, contractor or trained
installer. Installation performed by persons other
than this could result in improper installation
and property damage.
• Do not operate the appliance if damaged,
malfunctioning, partially disassembled or if it
has missing or broken parts.
• Also follow the safety instructions in the user
manual.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, fi re or injury
to persons, the installer must ensure that the
dishwasher is completely enclosed at the time of
installation.
• Only connect the dishwasher to the power
supply when all installation and plumbing work
is complete.
• If the dishwasher is installed in a location that
experiences freezing temperatures such as a
vacation home or cabin, you must drain all
water from the dishwashers interior. Water
system ruptures that occur as a result of freezing
are not covered by the warranty.
• The dishwasher must be secured to adjacent
• Connect to a properly rated, protected and
• This dishwasher includes a heating element.
• Do not use any extension cord or portable outlet
• Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, small
• Remove the door to the washing compartment
• Old appliances may contain materials that be
• The dishwasher drain hose must be installed with
• This dishwasher is intended for residential use
• If the dishwasher is a new installation, most of
• If the dishwasher is replacement another
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
cabinetry using the brackets provided. Failure to
do so may cause damage to property or bodily
injury.
sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical
overload. The dishwasher is designed for an
electrical supply of 120V, 60Hz, AC, connected
to a dishwasher-dedicated, properly grounded
electrical circuit wit ha fuse or breakers rated for
15 amperes. Electric supply conductors shall be
a minimum of #14 AWG copper wire rated at
75°C (167°F) or higher. These requirements must
be met to prevent injury and damage. Consult a
qualifi ed electrician if in doubt.
Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
device to connect the dishwasher to a power
supply.
pieces etc., are disposed of safely and kept out
of reach of children. Danger of suffocation!
when removing an old dishwasher from service
or discarding it. Ensure that the appliance
presents no danger to children while being
stored for disposal.
recycled. Please contact your local recycling
authority about the possibility of recycling these
materials.
a drain loop at least 28" (71 cm) off the cabinet
fl oor; otherwise the dishwasher may not drain
properly.
only and should not be used in commercial
establishments.
the work must be done before the dishwasher is
moved into place.
dishwasher, check the existing dishwasher
connections for compatibility with the new
dishwasher and replace parts as necessary.