ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in the Grounding section.
An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only your Dryer is recommended. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
Gas models – U.S. and Canada
A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service, with a
Electric models – U.S. only
Most U.S. dryers require a 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service. Some require 120/208 volt, 60 Hz approved electrical service. The electric service requirements can be found on the data label located behind the door. A
•If a power cord is used, the cord should be plugged into a
•The power cord is NOT provided with U.S. electric model dryers.
IMPORTANT:
When local codes allow, the dryer electrical supply may be connected by means of a new power supply cord kit, marked for use with a dryer, that is U.L. listed and rated at a minimum of 120/240 volts,
1.size of the conductors and the type of cord.
2.3/4” (1.9 cm)
•Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old Dryer. The power cord electric supply wiring must be retained at the dryer cabinet with a suitable
•Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for (1) new
(2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. (Use
Electric models – Canada Only
•A 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service fused through a
•All Canadian models are shipped with the power cord attached. The power cord should be plugged into a
It is not permissible to convert a dryer in Canada to 208 volts.
Installing your dryer _13
01 Installing your dryer