Electrical Requirements; Complete Installation - Whirlpool W11449282C Instructions D'installation

4. Turn on water faucets to check for leaks. A small amount
of water may enter washer. It will drain later.
NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the
risk of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement
dates on the hoses for future reference.
Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts,
wear, or leaks are found.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

A 120 V, 60 Hz AC only, 15 A, fused electrical supply is required.
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A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.
It is recommended that a separate circuit breaker serving only
this appliance be provided.
This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having
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a 3 prong grounding plug.
To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged
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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
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recommended that a qualified electrician determine that
the ground path is adequate.
Do not ground to a gas pipe.
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Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the
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washer is properly grounded.
Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.
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COMPLETE INSTALLATION

Check electrical requirements. Be sure that you have
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the correct electrical supply and the recommended grounding
method.
Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part,
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go back through steps to see what was skipped.
Check that you have all of your tools.
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Check that shipping materials were completely removed
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from washer.
Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
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Check that the water faucets are on.
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Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
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Remove film from console and any tape remaining
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on washer.
Plug into a grounded outlet or connect power.
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Check that circuit breaker is not tripped or fuse is not blown.
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Start washer using the payment system (if available)
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to check that the wash cycle completes without an error code
or water leak.
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