Samsung WF431AB User Manual

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8_ Installing your washerBASIC LOCATION REQUIREMENTSElectrical• 120 Volt 60 Hz 15 AMP fuse or circuit breaker• Individual branch circuit serving only your Washer is recommended.• Your Washer is equipped with a power cord.NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD.GroundingELECTRICAL GROUNDING IS REQUIRED FOR THIS APPLIANCE.This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding willreduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a three-prong grounding plug for use in aproperly installed and grounded three-prong outlet.The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded inaccordance with all local codes and ordinances.An improperly connected equipment-grounding conductor can increase the risk of electricalshock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are not sure whether theappliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if itdoes not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS• To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, all wiring andgrounding must be done in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNPA, No.70 Latest Revision and local codes and ordinances. It is the personal responsibility of theappliance owner to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance.NEVER CONNECT THE GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES, ORHOT WATER PIPES.WaterTo correctly fill your Washer in the proper amount of time, water pressure of 20-116psi (137-800kPa) is required.Water pressure less than 20 psi may cause water valve failure, may not allow the water valve toshut off completely, or may extend the fill time beyond what your washer controls allow, causingyour washer turning off. A time limit is built into the controls to prevent extensive flooding in yourhome if an internal hose becomes loose.The water faucets must be within 4 feet / 122 cm of the back of your washer to match the inlethoses provided with your Washer.Accessory inlet hoses are available in various lengths up to 10 feet/305cm for faucets thatare further away from the back of your washer.To avoid the possibility of water damage:• Have water faucets easily accessible• Turn off faucets when the washer is not in use.• Periodically check that there is no leakage from the water inlet hose fittings.CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS AT THE WATER VALVE AND FAUCET FOR LEAKS.installing your washerCAUTIONWARNINGWARNINGCAUTIONWF431ABP-03016A-03_EN.indd Sec2:8WF431ABP-03016A-03_EN.indd Sec2:8 2011-10-20 3:14:072011-10-20 3:14:07