Whirlpool Cabrio Manual De Uso Y Cuidado página 6

Emectrica_ 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 }nstructions can reeumt }n death,
fire, or electr}cal shock.
A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical
supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is
recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
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.
• Do not ground to a gas pipe.
• Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the
washer is properly grounded.
• Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTmONS
For a grounded, cord-connected washer:
This washer must be grounded= In the event of a malfunction
or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electricaI
shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric
current= This washer is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The
piug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is
propedy installed and grounded in accordance with alI local
codes and ordinances=
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=
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it wiII
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet instaIled by a qualified
electrician.
For a permanently connected washer:
This washer must be connected to a grounded metal,
permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be ran with the circuit conductors and
connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the appliance.