Electrical connection 10, Electrical connection – Miele KM 344 User Manual
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This appliance must be electrically
grounded according to local or na-
tional codes.
All electrical work should be per-
formed by a qualified electrician in
accordance with local codes and
with the
-
National Electrical Code
ANSI / NFPA No. 70
for the USA
or
-
Canadian Electrical Code Part I
for Canada
(CSA Standard C 22.1)
WARNING:
Disconnect the appliance from the main
power supply before installation or ser-
vice. To reduce the risk of electric
shock, make sure that the appliance is
properly grounded after installation.
Power supply:
The automatic ignition requires that the
cooktop be connected to a 120 VAC,
60 Hz power supply. The supply line
should be protected by a 15A fuse.
Actual power consumption (during igni-
tion only) is 25W.
This appliance is equipped with a 4 ft.
(1.2 m) long power cord that is ready
for connection to the appropriate outlet.
Please place the power outlet so that it
is accessible after the appliance has
been installed in the countertop.
This appliance is equipped with a
three-prong grounding plug to pre-
vent shock hazards. It should be
plugged directly into a properly
grounded outlet. Do not cut or re-
move the grounding prong from the
plug. If the plug does not fit the out-
let, have the proper outlet installed
by a licensed electrician.
To guarantee the electrical safety of
this appliance, continuity must exist
between the appliance and an effec-
tive grounding system. It is impera-
tive that this basic safety require-
ment be met. If there is any doubt,
have the electrical system of the
house checked by a qualified elec-
trician.
The manufacturer cannot be held re-
sponsible for damages caused by
the lack, or inadequacy of, an effec-
tive grounding system.
Note to the installer:
Please leave these instructions with the
consumer or the appliance.
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