Whirlpool 8578185 manual Optional 3-wire connection

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1.Loosen or remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.

2.Place the hooked end of the neutral wire (white or center wire) of direct wire cable under the center screw of terminal block (hook facing right). Squeeze hooked end together. Tighten screw.

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A

B D

Optional 3-wire connection

Use for direct wire or power supply cord where local codes do not permit connecting cabinet-ground conductor to neutral wire.

1.Remove center silver-colored terminal block screw.

2.Remove neutral ground wire from external ground conductor screw. Connect neutral ground wire and the neutral wire (white or center wire) of power supply cord/cable under center, silver-colored terminal block screw. Tighten screw.

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A. External ground conductor screw

B. Neutral ground wire

C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw

D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)

E. ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

3.Place the hooked ends of the other direct wire cable wires under the outer terminal block screws (hooks facing right). Squeeze hooked ends together. Tighten screws.

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B

C

D E

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4.Tighten strain relief screw.

5.Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.

6.You have completed your electrical connection. Now go to “Venting Requirements.”

A. External ground conductor screw

B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw C. Neutral ground wire

D. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. ³⁄₄" (1.9 cm) UL listed strain relief

F. Grounding path determined by a qualified electrician

3.Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.

4.Tighten strain relief screws.

5.Insert tab of terminal block cover into slot of dryer rear panel. Secure cover with hold-down screw.

6.Connect a separate copper ground wire from the external ground conductor screw to an adequate ground.

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Contents Electronic Electric Dryer 8578185Table of Contents Dryer Safety Your safety and the safety of others are very importantInstallation Instructions Tools and PartsOptions Installation clearances Dryer DimensionsLocation Requirements You will needMinimum installation spacing for cabinet installation Mobile home Additional installation requirementsMobile home installations require Recessed or closet installation Dryer on pedestalElectrical Requirements It is your responsibilityElectrical Connection Power Supply Cord Direct Wire Style 1 Power supply cord strain reliefElectrical Connection Wire connection Power supply cord Style 2 Direct wire strain reliefWire connection Direct wire Remove center silver-colored terminal block screwBDE CG F Optional 3-wire connection If using an existing vent system Venting RequirementsIf this is a new vent system Vent material Optional exhaust installations Alternate installations for close clearancesPlan Vent System Install Vent System Special provisions for mobile home installationsVent system chart Determine vent pathInstall Leveling Legs Complete InstallationLevel Dryer Connect VentDryer USE Starting Your DryerTo use an Automatic Cycle Pausing or Restarting Stopping Your DryerControl Locked Drying and Cycle TipsStatus Lights CyclesAdditional Features End of Cycle Signal Drying RackCleaning the Dryer Location Cleaning the Lint ScreenCleaning the Dryer Interior Dryer CareVacation and Moving Care Changing the Drum LightTroubleshooting Dryer OperationCycle time too short Lint on loadStains on load or drum Loads are wrinkledAssistance or Service If you need replacement partsFor assistance and service Accessories U.S.APage Whirlpool Corporation Major Appliance Warranty 8578185