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Grounding Instructions
This appliance mustbe grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire
for the electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a
groundingwire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
outletthat is properlyinstalledand grounded.
WAR N IN
G - Improper use of the grounding plug can result in
a riskof electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions
are notcompletelyunderstood,or if doubt existsas to whether the appliance
is properlygrounded.
Useof an extensioncord isnotrecommended,butif it isabsolutelynecessary
to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-
blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on
the appliance. The marked rating of the extension cord shall be equal to
or greaterthan the electrical rating of the appliance.
Where an electrical wall receptacle is encountered which will accept only
a two-prong plug,it is the personalresponsibilityand obligationof the owner
to contacta qualifiedelectricianand havethe outlet replacedwith a properly
grounded and polarized receptaclefor a three-prong,grounding plug. Such
receptacle must also meet local electrical codes, if applicable, and/or the
NationalElectricalCode.
Do not under any circumstance cut or remove the third (ground) prong
from the powercord.
Do not usean adapter plugwith thisappliance.
IMPORTANT
The above groundinginstructionsmust be followed not only for your
personalprotectionagainst shock and fire hazards, but also to insure
satisfactoryoperationof the electronic controls. In addition to proper
grounding, a polarity check of outlet should be made to insure that
polarity is not reversed. Improper grounding or reversed polarity can
damage the _lectronic control or cause it to operate erratically.