Connection should include the following steps:
- Assemble tools and equipment.
- Disconnect the power from the washer.
- Clean the connecting point on the washer case.
- Attach the ground wire to the metal washer case.
- Clean the connecting point on the cold water pipe.
- Clamp the grounding wire to the metal water pipe and tighten it.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are the relevant safety precautions/procedures for connecting the ground from the washer to the water pipe?
- What is the purpose of ground connections on appliances such as the washers and dryers?
- What tools and materials are required for grounding a washer to a water pipe?