ElectricalRequirements
It is your responsibility
■To contact a qualified electrical installer.
■To be sure that the electrical connection is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
The National Electric Code requires a
A copy of the above code standards can be obtained from: National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
■To supply the required 3 or 4 wire, single phase, 120/240 volt, 60 Hz., AC only electrical supply (or 3 or 4 wire, 120/208 volt electrical supply, if specified on the serial/rating plate) on a separate
■Do not use an extension cord.
■If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.
Electrical Connection
To properly install your dryer, you must determine the type of electrical connection you will be using and follow the instructions provided for it here.
■This dryer is manufactured ready to install with a
■If local codes do not permit the connection of a neutral ground wire to the neutral wire, see “Optional
■A
(2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductors.
If using a power supply cord:
Use a UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with clothes dryers. The kit should contain:
■A UL listed
120/240 volt minimum. The cord should be type SRD or SRDT and be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) long. The wires that connect to the dryer must end in ring terminals or spade terminals with upturned ends.
■A UL listed strain relief.
If your outlet looks like this:
Then choose a
If your outlet looks like this:
3-wire receptacle (10-30R)
Then choose a
If connecting by direct wire:
Power supply cable must match power supply
■Flexible armored cable or nonmetallic sheathed copper cable (with ground wire), protected with flexible metallic conduit. All
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■At least 5 ft (1.52 m) long.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
■For a grounded, cord-connected dryer:
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This dryer uses a cord having an
■For a permanently connected dryer:
This dryer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment- grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service representative or personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug on the power supply cord: if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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