LG WM3997HWA - Manual (Page 17)

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ENGLISH
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Plugging in the Power Cord and
Grounding
Make sure to ground the washing machine to prevent a
short circuit or an electric shock when plugging in.
Using a 3-prong outlet
If plugged into a grounded, 3-prong outlet rated for use
with this appliance, no further grounding is necessary.
WARNING
y The power outlet must be within 60 inches (1.5 m)
of either side of the washer.
y The appliance and outlet must be positioned so
that the plug is easily accessible.
y Do not overload the outlet with more than one
appliance.
y The outlet must be grounded in accordance with
current wiring codes and regulations.
y Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.
y It is the personal responsibility and obligation of
the product owner to have a proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.
y Do not use a worn or damaged power cord or
power plug. Replace or repair worn or damages
cords or plugs it immediately. Failure to do so may
result in death, fire, electric shock, or malfunction.
y Do not modify the power cord and take care not to
damage it when installing or moving the washing
machine. Failure to follow this warning may result
in death, fire, electric shock, or malfunction.
y Make sure that the washing machine is grounded.
y Connect this washing machine to a grounded
outlet conforming to the rating prior to use.
Failure to do so may result in fire, electric shock,
or malfunction.
y Do not use adaptors or extension cords. The
washing machine should always be plugged
into its own individual electrical outlet which has
a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.
Failure to do so may result in fire, electric shock or
malfunction.
y Do not damage or cut off the ground prong of
the power cord. Doing so may cause death, fire,
electric shock, or product malfunction.
Test run
Check if the washing machine is properly installed and
run a test cycle.
1 Load the washing machine with 6 pounds of laundry
(approximately 14 shirts).
2 Press the Power button and turn the cycle selector
knob to the right.
3 Press the Rinse+Spin button to select Rinse+Spin.
4 Press the Start/Pause button.
- The wash cycle starts.
5 Check if water is supplied, that the washing machine
does not rock or vibrate excessively, and that it
drains well during the spin cycle.
- If water leaks during water supply, see page 14,
Connecting the water lines, to connect them
properly.
- If the washing machine rocks and vibrates
excessively, see page 16, Leveling the washing
machine, to level it again.
- If the drain does not work, see page 15, Connecting
the drain line, to install it properly.