GE Max Profile Use And Care Manual

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Installation InstructionsPREPARE ELECTRICAL WIRINGGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS(FOR THE APPLIANCES SOLD WITHOUT A CORD SET)This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.13GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS(FOR THE APPLIANCES SOLD WITH A CORD SET)This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reducethe risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance isequipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into anappropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.WARNINGImproper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the applianceis properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; if it will not fit the outlet,have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.5"White18"6"5" 4"4"24"from Wall3"fromCabinetAlternateReceptacleLocationGroundBlack1-1/2" Dia. Hole (Max.)18"ReceptacleLocationArea6"6"Figure FWARNING: FOR PERSONAL SAFETY:REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR OPEN CIR-CUIT BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNINGINSTALLATION.DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD ORADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE.FOLLOW NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES ORPREVAILING LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES.CAUTIONELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS:• This appliance must be supplied with 120V, 60Hz., and connected to an individual, properlygrounded branch circuit protected by a 15amperes circuit breaker or fuse.• Wiring must be 2 insulated wires with groundand rated for at least 75°C (167°F).• If the electrical supply provided does not meetthe above requirements, call a licensed electricianbefore proceeding.CABINET PREPARATION & WIRINGROUTING• Wiring may enter from either side, the rear, orfrom the floor within the shaded area shown inFigure F.• Cut hole 1-1/2” max. dia. within the shaded areato admit the electrical cable or power cord. Thehole must be free of sharp edges. If the cabinetwall partition is metal, the edge of the hole mustbe covered with a rubber cord protector.ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TODISHWASHERA. Dishwasher Sold Without Power CordElectrical connection is on right side ofdishwasher.• For cable direct connections the cable must beroutedas shown in Figure F. Cable must extend aminimum of 24” from the rear wall.B. Dishwasher Sold With Power Cord1. Install 3-prong grounding type receptacle in therear wall of sink cabinet next to dishwasher.Receptacle is installed at least 6”, but not morethan 18”, from cabinet opening for dishwasher.Do not install receptacle in cabinet openingfor dishwasher.2. Edges of wall opening for power cord should besmooth and well rounded. If the cabinet wallpartition is metal, the edge of the opening mustbe covered using a rubber cord protector. Forthose models supplied with a power cord, theprotector is in a bag inside the dishwasher.3. Push power cord plug through hole in cabinetwall before installing dishwasher in cabinetopening. Take care when installing or movingdishwasher to avoid damage to power supplycord.